City center is all around but the canal area is still a quiet spot. Dam Square is 5 min walk, Ann Frank house and Jordaan 2 min. walk and 10 min walk from Leidseplein square,. The museums are a short walk away, as are the Vondelpark, the Flower Market and the Waterlooplein. There are many public transport lines whit in 4 min walk. The neighborhood has many good restaurants, bars, cafes, coffee shops, groceries, bakers, and boutiques.