De 9 Straatjes · Amsterdam 4-day itinerary
Amsterdam in 4 Days: A Mapped ItineraryGrachtengordel · Boutiques · Canal views
Explore canal bridges and small shops in the Nine Streets. Add a lunch break before continuing.
Hartenstraat / Herengracht, Amsterdam
Outdoor area · Venue hours vary
Free
The streets are free; shop and dining hours vary by business.
Late morning · Weekdays
1–1.5 hours
Nine Streets map: where to start
- De 9 Straatjes is a group of nine short streets between Singel and Prinsengracht. The map button locates the area; choose a starting point for your walk separately.
- Suggested short loop: follow Gasthuismolensteeg through Hartenstraat and Reestraat, then return via Berenstraat, Wolvenstraat and Oude Spiegelstraat. Keep cycle lanes clear when stopping for bridge photographs.
Shopping or a canal walk?
- You do not need a ticket for a walk. If visiting boutiques, check individual opening hours: open streets do not mean open shops.
- Allowing one to two hours with browsing and a coffee is a useful planning starting point. In rain, plan short walks and stops rather than expecting a fully indoor attraction.
What to do here
- Wander through Hartenstraat, Reestraat and Berenstraat; choose a relaxed coffee stop rather than following a queue.
Getting there
- Walk from Dam or Spui; exploring on foot may be more comfortable than cycling between shops.
Photo: Alf van Beem · Public domain
