Old warehouses and modern flats alternate here. When the weather is nice, it is the place for a dip in 't IJ.
Love architecture? Then this is the place to be. The Eastern Islands are praised for their architectural gems: from unusual bridges to streets where every house is different. Located outside the city centre, the neighbourhood is a bit like modern Rotterdam. Here you can get a breath of fresh air on the quays and enjoy architecture in peace. More and more Amsterdammers with children move here. The warehouses and industrial buildings provide a raw edge. Czaar Peterstraat is rapidly gaining popularity among the young creative crowd and is home to unusual shops with design and delicacies.
