Walking Tour of Amsterdam's Eastern Canal Belt

Aside from busy Rembrandtplein, Amsterdam's Eastern Canal Belt is noticeably calmer and less crowded than its western and central counterparts. You'll want to wander down peaceful Reguliersgracht all afternoon, or perhaps take advantage of all the July sales in the countless chic boutiques on Utrechtsestraat. This walking tour of Amsterdam's Eastern Canal Belt is your visual guide to this stately neighborhood.

^{Pictured: Its seven humpbacked bridges make Reguliersgracht one of Amsterdam's most charming canals
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