The Ultimate Jordaan Walking Tour

The Jordaan is Amsterdam's most beloved neighborhood – a maze of narrow streets, hidden courtyards, and centuries-old charm. This walking tour covers the highlights in about 2 hours.

Where to Start

Begin at the Noorderkerk (Northern Church) on the Noordermarkt square. On Saturday mornings, you'll find the famous farmers market here.

The Route Highlights

1. Café Papeneiland ☕️

Prinsengracht 2 This historic "brown café" dates back to 1642. Famous for its apple pie (some say the best in Amsterdam!), it also has a secret history. During the Reformation, there was a hidden Catholic church across the street, and it's said a secret tunnel connected the café's cellar to it. 🎧 Hear the full story of this historic spot in our app.

2. Johnny Jordaanplein 🎶

Elandsgracht A tribute to the sentimental "levenslied" music that the Jordaan is famous for. You'll find statues of legendary local singers like Johnny Jordaan and Tante Leen here. It's a true open-air museum of Amsterdam folk culture. 🎧 Listen to the musical history of the Jordaan in the Mokum Tour app.

3. Karthuizerhofje 🌿

Karthuizersstraat 89 One of the largest and most beautiful hidden courtyards (hofjes) in the city. Built in 1650 for widows, it's a peaceful oasis with a lush garden that feels miles away from the busy streets. 🎧 Discover the history of Amsterdam's hofjes in our audio guide.

4. Anne Frank House & Westerkerk

Prinsengracht 263-267 No visit to the Jordaan is complete without passing these iconic landmarks. The Westerkerk tower is the pride of the neighborhood. 🎧 Our app provides deep historical context for these world-famous sites.

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Hidden Gems & Architecture

• Hofjes – Look for hidden courtyard gardens (hofjes) – there are several in the Jordaan
• The Nine Streets – End with boutique shopping in these picturesque side streets
• Street Art – The Jordaan has some of Amsterdam's best murals
• Brown Cafés – Stop at a traditional 'bruin café' for a local beer

Audio Tour Integration

With Mokum Tour, you'll hear stories about each location as you walk. The app uses GPS to trigger audio at the right moment – no need to look at your phone.