Neighbourhoods
Amsterdam-West
Trendy, diverse and full of life — revived 19th-century streets, great food halls, leafy parks and a young, local energy.
- Trendy
- Foodie
- Green
West is trendy, diverse and full of life — revived 19th-century streets, great food halls, leafy parks and a young, local energy, just a short hop from the centre. One of the best areas for eating and a genuine neighbourhood feel.
Best for
- Foodies (Foodhallen, Ten Cate market)
- A local, hip atmosphere
- Westerpark and Westergas
- Good value
Avoid if you want
- Big-ticket sights on the doorstep
- A quiet, residential stay
Frequently asked
- What's the food scene like?
- Among the city's best — try the indoor Foodhallen in De Hallen and the Ten Cate market.
- Is it central?
- It borders the centre and Jordaan; most of it is a 10–15 minute tram ride or cycle in.
- Best green space?
- Westerpark, wrapped around the Westergas culture park.