The Jordaan is one of Amsterdam's best-known neighbourhoods. The borders of the Jordaan are formed by the Prinsengracht, the Brouwersgracht, the Singelgracht and the Leidsegracht. In the Golden Age, the Jordaan was a place where many workers but also artists lived, including Rembrandt van Rijn. After the Golden Age, there was less and less trade and poverty struck the Jordaan. Unfortunately, little was left of the Jordaan after the Second World War, and from the 1960s the Jordaan was almost completely restored. The old and new houses were small and many people needed more space in and around the house. Many of them moved to the outskirts of the city. From the 1970s, young people, students and single people started living in these poorly maintained properties. This created a multicultural culture in the Jordaan. At the end of the 20th century, the Jordaan was discovered by higher-income groups and investors, making the neighbourhood look increasingly remote. In the 1990s, it even hosted the filming of police series Baantjer.
Do you enjoy visiting different markets? You can find several markets in the Jordaan. On Saturdays, for example, you can visit the markets on Lindengracht and Noordermarkt. On Monday mornings, the Noordermarkt and Westerstraat have nice markets with unique items.
The cosiness of the Jordaan with its small houses, cafés and characteristic shops is still there. Currently, the Jordaan is home to many students and is a place where everyone comes together. Besides the quaint shops and eating places in the Jordaan, you can easily cross the canal and shop at the 9 streets or visit the Anne Frank House.
Would you rather park somewhere else in Amsterdam? Then check out our complete range of parking facilities in Amsterdam.
At Q-Park Nieuwendijk, you can park from €27,50 per day. You park within walking distance of the Jordaan. You can also park at Q-Park Europarking from €55 per day. This parking facility is also within walking distance of the Jordaan. You are assured of a parking space by booking in advance. You can quickly and easily drive in based on your license plate.