Old warehouses and modern apartments stand side by side here. When the weather is fine, it’s the perfect spot for a dip in the IJ.
Do you love architecture? Then this is the place for you. The Eastern Islands are renowned for their architectural gems: from unique bridges to streets where every house is different. The neighbourhood lies just outside the city centre and has a certain resemblance to modern Rotterdam. Here you can get some fresh air on the quays and enjoy the architecture in peace and quiet. More and more Amsterdammers with children are choosing to live here. The warehouses and industrial buildings lend the area a raw edge. Czaar Peterstraat is rapidly gaining popularity among the young creative crowd and is home to unique shops selling design items and delicacies.
