This is a fantastic location for seeing Amsterdam. You are near the center of the city and very close to both trams and the metro (about a seven minute walk). And, as we discovered, if you like to walk its about a 30 minute walk to the train station so you can see most of Amsterdam on foot (which I would recommend). Several nearby restaurants, bakeries, cafe bars, and bars that are nicer that what you will find down near the city center by the train station. Note that this apartment does not have a kitchen, so you'll need to plan to eat out. There is a microwave and a small refrigerator, however. The apartment is exactly as advertised and Bertram and Ellie were wonderful hosts!! This was a great, great introduction to Amsterdam!