De Pijp
Village life right in the city center
People often call De Pijp the Quartier Latin of Amsterdam, and it really earns the title. Built in the nineteenth century for the city's working class, its long, narrow streets are now home to the Albert Cuyp market, over a hundred restaurants, and some of the city's most sought-after apartments.
It hits a perfect sweet spot for expats. You're just a ten-minute bike ride from the Zuidas business district and the center, yet the neighborhood keeps a genuinely local feel that the canal belt has partly lost.
What to expect when living here
- The Albert Cuyp market right on your doorstep, six days a week
- Sarphatipark for your morning runs and lazy Sundays
- The Noord/Zuid metro line gets you to Zuidas in 6 minutes and Central Station in 8
- Cafe culture that spills onto the pavement from the first day of spring
Getting around town
The De Pijp metro stop sits right under the Ferdinand Bolstraat, and tram lines 3, 4, 12, and 24 cross the neighborhood. Of course, most residents just hop on a bike.
Who is De Pijp for?
It's perfect for young professionals and couples who want restaurants, markets, and nightlife within easy walking distance. If you're relocating to Amsterdam for work and want to feel like part of the city from day one, De Pijp is hard to beat.
