Human Interest
Districts
Old Center
This most visited area can be divided in the New Side, with it's traditional architecture, canal tours, Dam Square and shopping, as well as the Old Side with Nieuwmarkt, Chinatown and Red Light District. Also includes the Old Jewish Quarter with Waterloo Square.
Canal Belt (Grachtengordel)
Probably the wealthiest neighborhood with plenty of Dutch celebrities living here. Also includes Rembrandtplein and Leidseplein, the city's main nightlife areas.
Jordaan
Hotels in Amsterdam's Canal Belt
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Amsterdam Jewel Canal Apartments, Singel 235, ☎ +31 6 244 575 93. Two canal side apartments in the center of Amsterdam, close to the Dam Square. Suitable for holiday and business stays. Free high speed internet. From €109 to €179.
Blue Moon Bed & Breakfast, Weteringschans 123A, ☎ +31 20 428 88 00. Super slick Bed & Breakfast in the centre of Amsterdam opposite the Rijksmuseum. From €105 to €165.
Hotel de Paris', Marnixstraat 372, ☎ +31 20 623 75 24. Three star hotel. From €99.
Coping and Relaxing in Amsterdam
Publications
Amsterdam Weekly. An English-language free cultural weekly published every Wednesday. It provides coverage of Amsterdam city life, and an arts and entertainment calendar.





