Amsterdam Local Tips for Weekend: September 19 - 21 2014

When in Amsterdam...there is always an event. As September gets in full swing and people get back from Summer this weekend we have the Pop-up Festival and the Jordaan Festival.

Pop-up Festival

This is an 11 day festival from 18 - 28  September.  Almost everything fits into this festival from Music to food, sleeping in an art gallery and a sneaker market. It is the first year of this festival so there is bound to be enthusiasm.  For the full list of activities and the program visit the Pop Up Week Amsterdam website.

The Jordaan Festival

The Jordaan Festival has been running for 40 years. It celebrates the famous World Heritage Neighbourhood of Amsterdam and the music that emanated from here and the city in the 1920s-1940s. Expect lots of locals singing along in great numbers. Don't worry if you don't know the songs a few cold beers and you be swaying and hugging just like the locals.

The Jordaan Festival Runs from 8pm 18th September to the night of the 21 September. Our tip is to visit the iconic bars and wander the alley ways of the beautiful area of Amsterdam. For more information visit the Jordaan Festival Website.

When in Amsterdam....enjoy!

Amsterdam's Jordaan: Saturday Market

When in Amsterdam...one of the most beautiful parts of Amsterdam is the Jordaan. A working class district constructed in the early 17th century. 

Jordaan Market, Amsterdam.

The neighborhood was under threat from destruction in the 1970s. The local municipality wanted to modernize the area.

Locals got together and saved what was possible. Saturday is market day. Locals and visitors flock to the neighborhood by local produce and shopping for an array of items.

Our travel tip: On Saturday visit the Anne Frank House and book your tickets online so you don't have to line up. After, head up to the Jordaan market and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Jordaan. 

If you wish to visit the Jordaan join the Omy Amsterdam Jordaan sightseeing walking Tour. Groups are limited to 4 people. This allows you to pop into local places and experience the beauty of the Jordaan. 

For more information visit our website:
www.omyamsterdamtours.com


When in Amsterdam...enjoy!

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