Amsterdam accomodations in July/August
June 25, 2015 9:07 AM Subscribe
We are planning a week long trip to Amsterdam this summer and would like some neighborhood recommendations. We use VRBO a lot, because we like to stay in an actual apartment in a real neighborhood for many reasons. I'm looking for some advice on narrowing down the areas we should look in.
We are late-fifties, like to walk and explore new cities, will try to hit all the museums, are not averse to renting bikes for a day or two, and can usually navigate mass transit with ease. We only speak English. Not looking to party much, but will probably check out some evening music/nightlife. We like to spend our days hitting the touristy highlights mixed with getting a good feel of the neighborhood we stay in. Pubs, coffee shops, restaurants, quirky off-the-beaten-path, history, etc. But again, would like somewhere that would avoid language barriers.
I've read all the tagged posts and will probably follow up with more questions.
Thanks!
We are late-fifties, like to walk and explore new cities, will try to hit all the museums, are not averse to renting bikes for a day or two, and can usually navigate mass transit with ease. We only speak English. Not looking to party much, but will probably check out some evening music/nightlife. We like to spend our days hitting the touristy highlights mixed with getting a good feel of the neighborhood we stay in. Pubs, coffee shops, restaurants, quirky off-the-beaten-path, history, etc. But again, would like somewhere that would avoid language barriers.
I've read all the tagged posts and will probably follow up with more questions.
Thanks!
I just spent about a week there for work. If I went back with free reign, I would definitely try to stay in the Jordaan. You will have good walking access to a lot of the sights and it is very very charming, with narrow neighborhoody cafe-lined streets and pretty canal houses.
If I were staying longer than a week, I'd probably look into the Pijp or other neighborhoods but for just a week, the Jordaan all the way.
posted by vunder at 10:46 AM on June 25, 2015 [1 favorite]
If I were staying longer than a week, I'd probably look into the Pijp or other neighborhoods but for just a week, the Jordaan all the way.
posted by vunder at 10:46 AM on June 25, 2015 [1 favorite]
The Jordaan is a great place to stay; lots of restaurants and shops, and it's quieter than the touristy parts of the canal rings.
You might also be interested in the eastern end of Oud-Zuid. It's a pricier neighborhood, but there are some beautiful old homes there, and it puts you right next to Museumplein and the Vondelpark.
posted by neushoorn at 12:21 PM on June 25, 2015
You might also be interested in the eastern end of Oud-Zuid. It's a pricier neighborhood, but there are some beautiful old homes there, and it puts you right next to Museumplein and the Vondelpark.
posted by neushoorn at 12:21 PM on June 25, 2015
The Zeehelderbuurt, just west of Central Station, has quite a few rentable apartments and is both in the center and out of the tourist madness. It's a lovely area, and only a 15 minute walk to the Jordaan.
posted by frumiousb at 4:05 PM on June 25, 2015
posted by frumiousb at 4:05 PM on June 25, 2015
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Amsterdam is small and compact you can easily walk to all major sites. If you get tired or late you can jump on a tram. www.9292.nl/en will give you door-to-door public transport directions anywhere in the country.
You'll have no problem whatsoever speaking English only.
I'm happy to answer more questions.
chuck.
posted by humboldt32 at 9:28 AM on June 25, 2015