.st0{fill:#FD000D;} .st1{fill:#FFFFFF;} MENU LANGUAGES ORDER YOUR I AMSTERDAM CITY CARD Live, study and work Life in Amsterdam A guide to the Amsterdam Area for residents Where to live: a guide to moving to the Amsterdam Area Which part of the region is for you? More and more international residents are choosing to live in the areas beyond Amsterdam city centre, where there are more options for housing, a variety of international schools and easy transport connections. Check the interactive map below to see what each location has to offer. Where to live in and around Amsterdam MARKERMEER ↑ DEN HELDER ↑ BERGEN HEERHUGOWAARD ALKMAAR HEILOO HOORN CASTRICUM PURMEREND EDAM VOLENDAM VELSEN ZAANSTAD MARKEN LELYSTAD ALMERE IJMUIDEN OOSTZAAN ZANDVOORT HAARLEM HEEMSTEDE AMSTERDAM AIRPORT SCHIPHOL AMSTELVEEN DIEMEN MUIDEN HOOFDDORP AALSMEER OUDER AMSTEL BUSSUM NAARDEN HUIZEN BLARICUM UITHOORN LAREN HILVERSUM AMSTERDAM Alkmaar, Bergen & Hoorn Zaanstreek & Waterland IJmond, Zandvoort & Castricum Haarlem & Heemstede Haarlemmermeer, Aalsmeer & Uithoorn Amsterdam, Amstelveen & Diemen Hilversum, the Gooi & Vechtstreek Almere & Lelystad Explore the region Each part of the Amsterdam Area has its own unique character, local attractions and industries. Click on an area to see what it has to offer. DOWNLOAD THE PDF GUIDE TO THE AMSTERDAM AREA (5 MB) Visualise your future in the Amsterdam Area Try the interactive MapitOut tool Taking your ideal travel time and mode of transport into account, use our interactive tool to discover the parts of the Amsterdam Area that really hit the sweet spot. Visualise your daily routine and find your new home in an area that fits you and your family perfectly. How to use the MapitOut tool The tool provides a visual representation of your daily travel routine. Get started with this step-by-step guide. Choosing the best place to live in the Amsterdam Area Use the Mapitout tool to find out which part of the Amsterdam Area suits you best and to plan your daily routine before you move. Quiz: Where should you live in the Amsterdam Area? Find out which part of the region will make you feel right at home by answering some quick questions about your personality and interests. Video: Highlights of the Amsterdam Area Explore what each part of the region has to offer. No matter which location you choose, easy transport connections mean you’re never more than 30 minutes from the centre of Amsterdam. Explore Amsterdam Amsterdam neighbourhoods Take the time to discover the hidden treasures of Amsterdam's different districts using this handy neighbourhood guide. Life in Amsterdam Immerse yourself in everything that makes Amsterdam great: its rich cultural heritage, high quality of life and dynamic economy. Popular topics for newcomers Previous Things to do for locals In addition to Amsterdam’s regular cultural calendar, some events are particularly suited to international residents. From workshops and bo... Family and education Find information on essential family matters, such as daycare, child allowance and the right school for your child with information on international p... READ MORE My Amsterdam: Interviews with locals Learn more about what life is like in Amsterdam directly from people who've already made the move. Amsterdam international profiles introduces you to ... READ MORE Settling in Whether you're moving to the Amsterdam Are, are a newly arrived or an established citizen, here you can look up official information on day-to-day liv... READ MORE Register in the Amsterdam Area Register a short or long stay in Amsterdam with the municipality (gemeente), and receive your citizen service number (burgerservicenummer, BSN). READ MORE Next Find out more about Amsterdam Search POPULAR PAGES About Amsterdam See and do I amsterdam webshop Plan your trip Do business Living in Amsterdam Work Study I amsterdam City Card I amsterdam blog OUR NETWORK amsterdam&partners IN Amsterdam Press & media Travel trade Municipal government StartupAmsterdam Colophon Contact I AMSTERDAM WEBSHOP Fashion & Accessories Typical Amsterdam Local Makers Travel & Outdoor Gifts Homeware FACEBOOK TWITTER INSTAGRAM PINTEREST LINKEDIN © 2021 I amsterdam Disclaimer Privacy statement Recommendation algorithms Change cookie settings Cookies on Iamsterdam.com amsterdam&partners uses cookies on iamsterdam.com to analyse usage of the website and to enable content sharing on social media. Cookies may be placed by third parties. By closing this message and continuing to use the site you consent to cookie use by iamsterdam.com. More information ADJUST COOKIE SETTINGS APPROVE