Spijkerkwartier
Discover 47 authentic local spots in Spijkerkwartier, one of Arnhem's most vibrant neighborhoods. From specialty coffee shops to hidden bars and local restaurants - all recommended by locals.
Spijkerkwartier is one of Arnhem's neighborhoods worth knowing on its own terms. We've mapped 47 local favorites here — spanning breakfast, parks, bars and more — each rated 4.7★ on average by real visitors. This is the version of Spijkerkwartier you get when a local shows you around, not the one on the postcard.
Brunch by Yessi and Uiterwaardenpark Meinerswijk Arnhem are the highest-rated starting points. Walk it rather than plan it: Spijkerkwartier rewards turning down the side streets between the spots below.
All 47 spots in Spijkerkwartier — open them in the free iOS app for live distances and directions.
Breakfast
6 places in Spijkerkwartier
Parks
3 places in Spijkerkwartier
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Bars
7 places in Spijkerkwartier
Proeflokaal de Hoppenaar
Nelson bar restaurant
De Kurk
Ten 11 Cocktail-Lounge
MeeM eten en drinken
Unibar
Het Barretje No. 15
Coffee
5 places in Spijkerkwartier
Museums
13 places in Spijkerkwartier
Betuws War Museum "The Island" 1944-1945
Tempel|Kerk Museum Elst
Stichting Apothekersmuseum Kisters
Mountainbike Museum
Airborne Museum at the Bridge
Het Depot
Tramremise
Stichting Gelders Geologisch Museum
Gelderse Smalspoor Foundation
Trolleybus Museum
Foundation Eusebius Arnhem
Kasteel en park Rosendael
Kumpulan Bronbeek
Restaurants
13 places in Spijkerkwartier
Bistro Monsieur Fromage
Restaurant 't Volk
Ristorante Il Boccone
't Eetatelier
Habesha restaurant mosob
Roos Restaurant.مطعم روز
Restaurant Karakter
Cuisson Arnhem
Vlees & CO Arnhem
Restaurant Mej. Janssen
Restaurant Sky
Bij Koster
Bleeckerstreet Arnhem
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best places to visit in Spijkerkwartier, Arnhem?
Spijkerkwartier has 47 local spots curated by Polomaps, across 6 categories. Top-rated spots include Brunch by Yessi, Uiterwaardenpark Meinerswijk Arnhem, Proeflokaal de Hoppenaar — all recommended by locals rather than tourist lists.
Is Spijkerkwartier worth visiting in Arnhem?
Yes! Spijkerkwartier is one of Arnhem's most authentic neighborhoods with 47 local favorites averaging 4.7★. You'll find breakfast, parks, bars, coffee — all recommended by locals, not tourists.
How do I explore Spijkerkwartier like a local?
Download the free Polomaps iOS app to see every Spijkerkwartier spot on a live map around you, with walking distances and directions. Save your favorites and search anything specific — the app finds well-rated local places for any craving.
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