A former working-class district west of the centre, now a grid of narrow canals, courtyard gardens, small galleries and brown cafés.
Related activities
Canal boat tour
Small-boat loop through the seventeenth-century canal ring.
City cycling tour
Guided ride through the canal belt and the Vondelpark.
How to get to Jordaan
Jordaan sits in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Most visitors base themselves in Amsterdam and plan the visit as part of a day there. It pairs well with Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House, so you can group them on the same day.
Tickets and time needed
Plan about 2h 30m for a typical visit.
Best time to visit Jordaan
For Amsterdam in general: April to May for tulips; September and October for fewer crowds.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Canal boat tour, City cycling tour.
Jordaan FAQ
How long should I spend at Jordaan?
A typical visit takes about 2h 30m.
Where is Jordaan?
Jordaan is in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
When is the best time to visit Jordaan?
April to May for tulips; September and October for fewer crowds.
What is near Jordaan?
Nearby places include Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House.
Guidese editorial team
Travel research & data review
We build every guide from official tourism boards, operator sites and published price lists. We record where each number came from and when it was last checked.
- Every cost and season figure is sourced and dated
- No sponsored rankings or paid placements
- Facts re-checked on a scheduled review cycle