Amsterdam’s people
The city of Amsterdam can look back on a long and interesting history, and today it prides itself on a rich cultural life and a diverse population. The people who live here, the people who work here, the people who study here and the people who visit here are what makes Amsterdam vibrant and multi-faceted.
Amsterdam's people and culture
History & society
From its humble beginnings as a 13th-century fishing village on a river bed to its current role as a major hub for business, tourism and culture, Amst...
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 ...
Top ten reasons to love Amsterdam
Ask anyone who is not a local why they moved to Amsterdam, and you will usually get one of two answers: work or love. Ask them why they chose to stay ...
180 Amsterdammers
In 2016, the city of Amsterdam celebrated its diversity by mapping all of the 180 nationalities that live within its boundaries, photographing and lis...
Amsterdam’s cultural life
Don’t be fooled by Amsterdam’s village-like charm: this is a European capital and as such offers an exciting art, music, film and theatre scene.
Active population
Amsterdam is an active city, with the majority of the population leading a healthy lifestyle, regularly incorporating activity into their daily lives....
Diversity in the city
Amsterdam’s unique character and culture have been shaped by its diversity. People from across Europe – and the world – have made th...
Religion & spirituality
Since the Second World War, several waves of immigration have introduced many faiths to Amsterdam. Post-colonial immigrants from Indonesia, Suriname a...
Pocket guide to Dutch culture
Get a head start in Dutch culture by learning about some common personality traits, social customs and cultural rituals unique to the Netherlands.
Facts & figures
Have a look at the list below for interesting and unexpected facts and figures about Amsterdam.
Amsterdam's Japanese community
Amsterdam is home to a thriving Japanese community – one of the largest of the region’s international communities – and there is a w...
