Where to Live

Location, location, location! Discover the appeal of the Netherlands’ main regions and cities, and get detailed insights into what each neighborhood has to offer.

Is Amsterdam safe?

Is Amsterdam safe to live or visit alone? An expat insider explains how safe Amsterdam is at night and in the red light district, plus areas to avoid and types of crime tourists should watch out for.

Why move to the northern Netherlands

The northern Netherlands provinces of Friesland, Groningen and Drenthe offer a Dutch experience with a unique flavour and at a gentler pace. The region is growing thanks to recent investment, and there are many opportunities for expats interested in relocating to the Netherlands.

Two people sitting next to a canal in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

Where to live in the Netherlands: the best cities for expats

Although Amsterdam is typically the number one hub for expats, there are plenty of other cities in the Netherlands worth your while.

Where to live in Leiden

In the heart of the Randstad, Leiden is a picturesque university city that is an intellectual epicenter, offering an ideal setting.

Where to live in Utrecht

Utrecht is one of the most attractive places to live in the Netherlands, offering big city amenities, a medieval centre and proximity to the Dutch countryside.

Where to live in Rotterdam

Rotterdam is a bustling, multicultural port city. Discover which part of the city is right for you with our guide on where to live in Rotterdam.

Where to live in The Hague

Planning on moving to The Hague? Find the right neighborhood to call home in this international city by the sea.

Where to live in Haarlem

Expats considering where to live in Haarlem have plenty of options in the surrounding neighborhoods of this picturesque medieval city.

Where to live in Leeuwarden

Leeuwarden offers an affordable and comfortable lifestyle in a beautiful old city surrounded by green spaces and waterways.

Where to live in Groningen

Discover historical Groningen, a vibrant university city in the north of the Netherlands that has one of the country’s youngest populations.

The city center of Maastricht as shown from the Meuse River

Where to live in Maastricht

Find the best spot to start a life in Maastricht, a historic, beautiful, and vibrant city in the southern province of Limburg.

Where to live in Amsterdam

Finding an area to live in Amsterdam doesn’t have to be daunting, with our handy guide to the different districts or boroughs.

Where to live near Amsterdam

Moving to the Netherlands? Escape the bustle of the capital and relocate somewhere a little quieter with our guide on where to live near Amsterdam.

Where to live in Amstelveen

Discover the best places to live in Amstelveen, the leafy, green suburb of Amsterdam located in the province of North Holland.

Where to live in Delft

Wedged between The Hague and Rotterdam, Delft is a beautiful historical town that attracts those seeking a quieter lifestyle with good city connections.