Amsterdam Neighborhood
Zuid
Residential, green, and well-connected. Amsterdam for people who like a bit of calm.
Zuid sits south of the museum district and stretches toward the Zuidas business district. The RAI convention center and Olympic Stadium are here, plus the Amsterdamse Bos is a short bike ride away. My neighbor calls it 'Amsterdam for grown-ups' — it is quieter, more residential, and has that settled neighborhood energy. Good restaurants, great parks, and easy access to everything without the canal-ring crowds.
Things to Do
2 spots
Local FavoriteClub Birdies
Mini golf but actually cool, plus surprisingly good food. My friend's birthday party was here and nobody wanted to leave. Great for groups and dates.
Local FavoriteVecht & Castles Cycling Day Trip
The best day trip from Amsterdam nobody tells tourists about. Bike along rivers, through tiny villages, past two castles, and end at the biggest castle in the Netherlands.
Explore other neighborhoods
Jordaan
Charming canals, cozy cafes, boutique shopping, and the most Amsterdam feeling you can get.
De Pijp
Foodie paradise, vibrant street life, multicultural energy, and the best market in Amsterdam.
Oud-West
Trendy without trying too hard. Great food, Vondelpark nearby, and a proper local vibe.
Noord
Amsterdam's creative frontier. Street art, craft beer, nightlife, and zero tourist crowds.
Centrum
The historic heart. Tourist-heavy on the main streets, but full of secrets one block over.
Oost
Multicultural, unpretentious, and completely off the tourist radar. The real Amsterdam.
Oud-Zuid
Polished, museum-rich, and beautiful. Amsterdam at its most elegant.
Plantage
Green, historic, and peaceful. Wide boulevards, world-class gardens, and room to breathe.
IJburg
Modern, waterfront, and surprisingly fun. Amsterdam's beach neighborhood.