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  • Pavije
    Little Cumbrae, UK1,153 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Took a stool down this district.
    Lots of bars and nightlife.
    Pavements are very uneven so need to take care. Bike fly by too.
    No photos taken in this area, not permitted.
    Worth a visit as very lively. Plenty of choice of shops to purchase good from.
    Vendors very friendly.
    Written 23 November 2024
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  • konrad s
    Australia106 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Took a long stroll around the canals and streets. Delighting in the old architecture of the district with the original canal buildings and quirky museums. Very interesting.
    Written 10 October 2024
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  • Ben A
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was our favourite area of the city. It is packed full of independent small stores, selling clothes, jewellery and a specialist trainer shop that had one off pairs from Japan.
    In between there are cafes, coffee shops and a few pancake shops, of course I had to sample as many as possible.
    Only thing to get used to is the narrow roads are constantly busy with bicycles, so be careful.
    Written 12 September 2024
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  • Dreamer15421559293
    12 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A different view of many of Amsterdam's sights and it's fascinating history. A canal cruise is well worth the effort. Try one of the evening cruises which has food and drink included. The only negative for us was the weather. The rain made it very difficult to take a decent photo.
    Written 3 December 2024
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  • tezpil
    Portsmouth, UK4,717 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great for strolling through , bbq and picnics in the evenings, restaurants and bars open and swimming / paddling in the lake. A popular place with families.
    Written 15 January 2024
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA18,490 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It's a pretty street area where we walked as we strolled around the city. You will find some lovely picturesque architecture, trees, and canals, and of course, lots of coffee and beer.
    Written 25 June 2024
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  • FamilyDry
    Saint Louis, MO21 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a cool place! We stayed in the area for 5 days. Loved the free and regular ferries to Amsterdam Central, the funky art, huge graffiti spaces and bakeries.
    Written 30 July 2024
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  • Leonhkny
    Hong Kong, China22,537 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oud-Zuid, or the Old South, is a vibrant and pleasant neighborhood south of downtown Amsterdam. With neat and clean streets, this area is full of distinctive restaurants and local boutiques. It is also a nice place to escape the tourist crowd in the Dutch city.
    Written 3 June 2023
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  • Jurgen B
    Brussels, Belgium2,888 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I loved walking around this small island, looking at all the houses. Also enough green bushy spots here to take a leak when nature calls you...
    Written 27 November 2023
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  • MrMrsHappyR
    Liverpool, UK1,471 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We stayed in a hotel near here so got a good feel for the area. About 15 mins walk from Amsterdam Central station. Very pleasant to walk along the various water ways during the day. Also feels safe at night. There is an area near the water with a few restaurants and a big supermarket.
    Written 12 February 2023
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  • Solodam J
    Amsterdam, The Netherlands34,907 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    De Eilanden ( Bickerseiland, Prinseneiland en Realeneiland ) are three artificial islands that were constructed in the beginning of the 17th century as an expansion for the "Gouden Real" area ( a traditional indication for an area of the city of Amsterdam in the Netherlands). From the beginning there were so many businesses in this area such as shipyard, storehouses for all the spices, grain or merchandise they brought from all part of the world. In the 70's this area were rediscoverd by a lot of artists and they began to settle down here. The islands had rich history. Nowadays the old store houses were transformed into luxury apartments, houses or offices. Today the day you still feel the atmosphere of the old glory of the past by seeing the old wooden lift bridges and the old façade walls with their gable stones. It's absolutely a nice are walking area.
    Written 19 April 2019
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  • Leonhkny
    Hong Kong, China22,537 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is the de facto center of Oud-Zuid, one of Amsterdam's most exclusive neighborhoods. Cornelis Schuytstraat is full of interesting shops and quality restaurants. A stroll in weekends is a perfect pastime.
    Written 3 June 2023
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  • Clogs
    Poland3,030 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice neighborhood offering quality shopping experience in typical Amsterdam old town setting. Good selection of art, antique, vintage shops, as well as pubs and restaurants. Makes for nice strolling and browsing.
    Written 24 February 2020
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  • phat_dawg_21
    Alpharetta, GA17,369 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We enjoyed this neighborhood in Amsterdam. It seemed older and denser than places like The Jordaan, with more energy. There is a small Square with lots of cafes if you want to take a rest. Lots of shops too.

    You will find several Points of interest within a few blocks including a church.
    Written 6 September 2022
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  • AlTraveler
    Satellite Beach, FL306 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This place was Amsterdam's Jewish Quarter of the past. The monument and stone gate that still remains could make people remember what history has brought and carried to present.
    Written 30 July 2019
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