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Playground · Ages 1–12
A hidden, community-run playground tucked behind a corridor off historic Oudeschans in the city centre. Large sandbox with high edges, climbing equipment, swings, slides, seesaw, nest swing, sand/water table, table tennis, and football field. Managed by volunteers and local residents with a welcoming atmosphere. Community cafe offers snacks and toilet access during opening hours and regularly hosts events and activities.
Playground · Ages 1–10
Charming, fenced playground situated in a quiet courtyard in the heart of Amsterdam's city center. A hidden gem offering a quiet escape and safe play area away from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding Nieuwmarkt neighborhood. Features a wooden play house with slide, sandpit, and seesaw for younger children and a wooden obstacle course and climbing frame for older kids. Plenty of communal sand toys and bikes, plus benches for parents.
Splash Pad · Ages 3–6
Long water feature on Artisplein, situated between the Artis Zoo and Groote Museum, featuring water jets and mist zones. Popular splash spot for kids in warmer months.
Playground · Ages 3–10
Well-maintained, compact neighborhood playground tucked away on Lastageweg, featuring climbing structures, slides, mini-football pitch and open play space. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood in central Amsterdam, a hidden gem near Nieuwmarkt.
Interactive Store · All Ages
An intimate museum shop displaying handcrafted miniature dioramas featuring hundreds of tiny mouse rooms full of shops, streets, houses, and elaborate scenes like a circus tent and working rollercoaster. Visitors can explore the original sets from the beloved Mouse Mansion children's books, marvel at extraordinary details with provided binoculars, and purchase DIY craft kits and mouse dolls to recreate their own miniature worlds at home. Upstairs, staff offer guidance on Mouse Mansion-making techniques.
Bookshop · All Ages
Amsterdam's largest independent bookstore with over 125,000 titles spanning five floors connected by escalators and lift. Extensive children's section on the second floor featuring English/Dutch picture books, a pirate ship play structure, and giant toy boxes that turn reading time into active play. On-site Vascobelo café serves coffee and cakes in a relaxed setting.
Interactive Store · Ages 4+
Flagship LEGO store with two floors of interactive building experiences celebrating Dutch culture. Featured attractions include a 3.35-metre motorized windmill made from 886,000 LEGO bricks, LEGO recreations of paintings by Dutch masters like Van Gogh and Rembrandt, and hands-on activities such as the Mosaic Maker, Minifigure Factory, Build a Boat area, and Pick & Build wall. The store features an immersive Escher-inspired staircase and a brick-built canal flowing through the floor.
Playground · Ages 1–6
Unique public art playground installation created by artist Merijn Bolink in 2024 featuring interactive sculptural play objects. Honors a WWII story of children protecting Jewish classmates. Located in a quiet neighborhood street garden space.
Library · All Ages
Modern 10-story public library with a spacious, light-filled children's section featuring books in multiple languages and a makerspace. Spectacular panoramic views of Amsterdam from the top-floor terrace with café. Multiple cultural events and exhibitions throughout the year.
Playground · Ages 1–4
Small neighborhood playground on Sajetplein for younger children. Features a climbing structure, swing, rocker, and giraffe slide.
Playground · Ages 4–12
Neighborhood playground on Boerhaaveplein with two large climbing structures with ropes, ladders, and slides. Large, mature trees and benches provide shade on sunny days. Playground is immediately adjacent to a coffee shop with outdoor seating, making it a great option for parents looking to enjoy a coffee while kids play.
Playground · Ages 2+
Public square on Amsterdam's Eastern Islands used by neighboring schools during the day. Basketball court, playground and recreational space with community gathering focus. Hosts annual Bazarre Artistique urban art festival featuring graffiti workshops, street art, performances and food trucks.
Playground · Ages 2–12
Playground in Oosterpark with 88m "Play Garland" structure situated on large sand pit. Little ones dig in the sand; bigger kids walk the elevated undulating walkway and bounce on swings and hammocks below.
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Skatepark · Ages 5+
Compact skatepark with mellow transitions, a mini bowl with spine, stairs, ledges, and banks designed for users of all skill levels. Located within the scenic Oosterpark with mature trees and green surroundings. Built in 2018 as a safe, educational facility that doubles as school grounds on weekdays.
Playground · Ages 1–5
Small playground in quiet green courtyard in the Kattenburg neighborhood. Features standard play equipment for young children: a slide, seesaw, and Nijntje spring rocker.
Nature Playground · Ages 1–6
Nature-inspired playground with sand, wooden play structures and climbing elements in a historic city park. Features wooden "forest", rockers, swings, and a slide. Fenced in with plenty of shade and sand, making it a great choice for young kids. Seasonal paddling pool nearby offers cooling off on warm days.
Playground · Ages 2–12
Amsterdam's oldest playground featuring spacious, fully enclosed grounds with diverse equipment including seesaws, slides, swings for multiple ages, climbing frames, trampolines, sand pits and a functioning traffic circuit with bikes and scooters. Water elements cool children during hot days, with picnic tables, benches and a pancake house nearby.
Playground · Ages 3–6
A community herb garden tucked by the canal, where locals plant medicinal and culinary herbs. Zip line and small playground keep kids happily occupied while parents relax in shaded spots. Friendly, low-key, with the bonus of spotting colorful parakeets.
Paddling Pool · Ages 1–6
Shallow paddling pool in Oosterpark with mini fountain and slide, perfect for little swimmers just discovering water. Kiosk for snacks and toilet accessible during opening hours. Ample grassy areas for picnics.
Sports Field · Ages 1+
Free outdoor basketball court in the vibrant De Pijp neighbourhood with asphalt surface, smaller than regulation size. Area also features a small football pitch, table-tennis table, and small fenced playground suitable for kids under 7 (slide, sand box, seesaw). Several shaded picnic tables and benches on the perimeter.
Playground · Ages 2–6
Well-maintained fenced playground in serene Oostenburgerpark. Features play equipment for toddlers and preschoolers, including a climbing structure with slide, nest swing, and oversized tic tac toe.
Playground · Ages 1–14
Large, fenced playground with zipline, swings, bikes and a generous sandbox. Features a sports hall, football cage and grass field plus regular organized activities and playgroups.
Splash Pad · Ages 1+
A sunlit urban plaza featuring a star-shaped fountain that creates unexpected water jets, inviting children to splash and play in summer. Ringed with terrace restaurants, bars, and cafés where parents can relax while supervising. Reconstructed from the former Heineken brewery site, the square features a raised podium with gentle slopes accessible to prams and wheelchairs, grassy seating areas, and regularly hosts community events and seasonal activities.
Playground · Ages 3–6
A tree-lined park square with paved paths, grassy patches and a small playground tucked into the charming Jordaan neighborhood. Five bronze statues honor mid-20th-century Dutch musicians who sang heartfelt songs about everyday life in Amsterdam. Kids run around the small playground while adults linger on benches nearby, surrounded by cafes and the hum of local life.
Playground · Ages 2–6
Small neighborhood playground on quiet residential street with metal climbing sphere, slide, and playhouse.
Playground · Ages 1–10
Picturesque neighborhood playground nestled between Amsterdam mansions and hidden behind the bustling Haarlemmerstraat. Features swings, sandbox, climbing structures, slides, and a basketball hoop, all surrounded by mature trees providing shade. Community-focused atmosphere with shared toys and a friendly vibe.
Library · All Ages
Modern Amsterdam public library branch in the De Pijp neighbourhood that combines a library, theater, makerspace, studio, and café-restaurant. Features story time and craft activities for children aged 4+, plus regular workshops like origami and art-focused programs hosted in the Maakplaats room.
Botanical Garden · All Ages
A 14,500-square-meter outdoor oasis surrounding the world-famous Rijksmuseum, featuring meticulously landscaped gardens with 7,000 plants, seasonal flower beds, 60+ historical sculptures and fountains. Playful water features and a water maze delight younger visitors, while winding paths, art installations and architectural fragments make it equally engaging for older children and adults. Free entrance with a café serving coffee and cake.
Playground · Ages 2–14
Traditional, fully-fenced playground for younger children in De Pijp's Sarphatipark. Features climbing frames and slides set on a large sandpit with shaded park benches on the perimeter. Playground is situated next to a picturesque pond surrounded by marsh plants and large grassy areas suitable for a picnic.
Playground · Ages 0–5
Small, fenced neighborhood playground tucked on a quiet side street near the lively Elandsgracht suitable for young children with sandbox, swing, climbing frame with slide, and plenty of communal bikes and toys.
Playground · Ages 2–6
Small neighborhood playground on quiet residential street with metal climbing structure, slide, merry-go-round, and spring rocker.
Bookshop · All Ages
Netherlands' oldest specialist children's bookshop, established in 1975 with over 7,000 titles across 32 bookcases. Features books for all ages from board books to young adult, plus toys, games and plushies, with a dedicated reading corner. Hosts annual contests, author meet-and-greets, and reading events; multilingual collection includes English, French, German, Arabic and Farsi editions.
Playground · Ages 3–6
Neighborhood playground near pyramid-shaped community center with climbing pyramid, swings, slides, and wooden boat. Includes a basketball court and sports enclosure where children can run around and burn energy.
Skatepark · Ages 3+
A brand-new urban skatepark unveiled in May 2025 between three world-class museums. Features a versatile concrete layout with bowls, rails, ramps and street obstacles designed for all skill levels. Architecturally inspired by the Rijksmuseum and Amsterdam School, with 24-hour access and nearby cafes for post-session hangouts. Positioned between a small playground and basketball court, making the area suitable for a wider age range.
Concert Hall · Ages 4+
A sprawling cultural hub on 18,000 square meters in Amsterdam Noord along the IJ riverbank. Features indoor and outdoor performance spaces, exhibition galleries, a children's art hall, hip-hop school, idyllic gardens, and a restaurant with international small plates. Free family-friendly activities include vacation programs, Sunday Sounds concerts, reading house events, and monthly jam sessions.
Playground · Ages 2–12
Small playground in the center of a historic Amsterdam square surrounded by a vibrant organic farmers market (Saturdays) and flea market (Mondays). Sits adjacent to the 17th-century Noorderkerk church in the charming Jordaan neighborhood. Lined with cafes, restaurants and local shops creating a lively community gathering spot.
Nature Playground · Ages 5+
Natural wooden climbing frame providing a challenging obstacle course for school-aged kids. Tucked away in quite part of Amsterdam Oost with plenty of mature trees providing shade.
Playground · Ages 1–4
Small neighborhood playground designed for babies and toddlers, featuring a swing (with baby swing), wooden play ship, and spring rocker.
Library · All Ages
A neighbourhood branch of Amsterdam's public library located in converted supermarket space with cafe-like ambience and a café for tea and coffee. Regular programming includes writing workshops, reading sessions, storytelling programmes, yoga classes and listening events.
Playground · Ages 2–10
A neighborhood playground in Amsterdam's De Pijp district with multiple play facilities for children: swings, slides, climbing frames, sandpit. Sits alongside the Buurtgebouw HdK community building, which offers affordable food and drink plus regular programming. Adjacent sports facilities include a multicourt for tennis, football and basketball.
Playground · Ages 2–6
Small playground tucked away in a quiet corner of De Pijp neighborhood. Features climbing structure, slide, rockers, swing, and colorful toadstools.
Playground · Ages 4–10
The historic playground of Theo Thijssen School, tucked into the heart of the Jordaan since 1947. Named after a beloved writer and educator, this is where generations of Amsterdam kids have run, played football, and made memories. Playground features a small wooden climbing structure suitable for a range of skill levels, a nest swing, and small football pitch.
Playground · Ages 1–8
Small playground hidden away in a quiet residential area. Features a sandbox, slide, and a climbing sphere. Plenty of shade and seating for parents at the perimeter.
Playground · Ages 1–6
Small playground in a quiet corner of the Helmersbuurt neighborhood. Features mini football pitch, trampoline, balance discs, and climbing structure set on undulating surface.
Playground · Ages 2–6
A hidden playground tucked into a quiet side street in the Jordaan neighborhood with sandpit, climbing house, swings, other play equipment plus chicken coop and rabbit hutch where kids can watch (and sometimes feed) the animals cared for by volunteers. Lots of communal bikes and other vehicles and toys for kids to use. Picnic table, table tennis table, and a colorful mural brighten the quiet corner.
Playground · Ages 1–3
Small, fenced playground along the Amstel with climbing structure, slide, and spring rockers suitable for toddlers. Also within the play area is a nice shaded picnic table.
Playground · Ages 2–12
Historic community playground in the heart of the Jordaan neighborhood with climbing castle, slides, swings, sandbox, and toy vehicles. A spacious enclosed play area with separate zone for younger kids with sand, water play area, and small climbing structures, alongside a football/basketball field for bigger kids and large obstacle course with ropes and criss-crossed logs. The on-site clubhouse hosts regular activities including art, music, dance, sports, and photography programs.
Playground · Ages 2–12
A classic neighbourhood playground with a rich history in the Transvaalbuurt, where new play equipment has been recently installed. Designed with input from the community, the playground provides space for play and sport with climbing structures and slides for different age ranges and a mini football pitch. Picnic tables and shade at the perimeter give parents a place to relax.
Playground · Ages 1–6
Neighborhood playground with climbing frame, slide, swing, spring rockers, and stepping stones. Area also includes ping pong tables and enclosed mini football pitch. Lots of trees and benches around for parents to relax.
Playground · Ages 1–6
Fenced neighborhood playground with unique caterpillar slide, trampolines, swings, rockers, and sandbox. Next to grassy, shaded lawn with picnic tables.
Playground · Ages 1–6
Small playground with trampolines, swings (including baby swing), merry-go-round, trampolines, climbing frames, and balance bridge.
Playground · Ages 1–8
Small playground in Noord with two play areas: a climbing pyramid for older kids and sandpit with climbing rocks. Collection of communal toys makes it more fun for younger kids.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
Hidden urban farm nestled in Amsterdam-South where children interact with farm animals including sheep, goats, rabbits, guinea pigs and pigs. Regular activities include pony riding on Wednesday afternoons, guided animal petting sessions throughout the week, and supervised craft workshops in the sheep shed every Wednesday. The farm features a native tree garden (heemtuin) with a small playground for climbing and play.
Library · Ages 1+
Beautiful historic branch library in Amsterdam Oud-Zuid near the Concertgebouw with a vibrant youth section and children's book collection. Features a cozy reading café with snacks and drinks, study spaces, and hosts regular children's story times, workshops, and coding classes for kids. Architectural gem with a vintage brown façade in a monumental building.
Skatepark · Ages 5+
A legendary concrete bowl dedicated to skateboarding and BMX riding, set in a neighborhood park on the western edge of the Jordaan district. The 1.9–2.1 meter deep bowl features smooth concrete, metal coping, and mellow transitions accessible to riders of varying skill levels. Also includes a children's playground with a slide and basketball court within the park.
Playground · Ages 1–8
Quiet, small neighborhood playground tucked behind a fish shop off a busy commercial street featuring trampolines, slide, balance beam, and splash pad in the summer months.
Playground · Ages 1–6
Playground in quiet corner of the Overtoombuurt featuring play structure with swings, climbing nets, and slide and a sandbox with lots of communal toys.
Playground · Ages 1–12
Award-winning pocket park with innovative sculptural play equipment designed by Carve and featuring iconic elevated "Speelslinger" that weaves high through the trees with three play towers: a 3D climbing structure and elevated trampoline and two rope/net towers with hammocks. Slides, swings, and sandpit for younger kids makes this playground a hit with kids of nearly all ages. Beautiful mature trees creating shaded retreat spaces.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
A beloved volunteer-run children's farm in Amsterdam's Westelijke Eilanden offering direct contact with farm animals including rabbits, guinea pigs, pigs, goats, and sheep. Visitors can pet, brush, and feed the animals in this small cozy space. The site includes a small playground and garden, with arts classes and special activities organized regularly.
Splash Pad · Ages 1+
Interactive water feature with 42 computer-controlled jets creating undulating patterns of water that spring up and fall in coordinated waves. Children splash and play directly on the tiled floor as water flows and disappears into decorative grates. At night, LED lights transform it into a shimmering colour spectacle.
Playground · Ages 1–10
Playground on shaded plaza next to a childcare facility. Features swings (baby, nest, and standard), climbing structure with slide, mini football pitch, and table tennis.
Library · All Ages
Public library branch housed in Amsterdam's historic De Hallen tram depot complex. Features a BoekStart corner for youngest readers, Wednesday afternoon storytime sessions, and a curated collection for all ages. Adjacent Belcampo reading café offers coffee and light refreshments as well as a small play corner for young kids (under 4).
Playground · Ages 1–6
Small fenced playground in Vondelpark designed by famous Dutch architect Aldo van Eyck. Features a hexagonal climbing mound, sandbox, and climbing igloo.
Playground · Ages 1–10
A small urban park with natural playground next to a fenced traditional playground. Features climbing equipment, swings, sandbox, hopscotch, and enclosed basketball/football court. Leafy green canopies frame the park on two sleepy canals in Amsterdam-West, perfect for quiet picnics away from central Amsterdam.
Playground · All Ages
Large playground with diverse play elements suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities. Features include a cable slide, substantial garden with vegetable plots, willow-branch huts, mud kitchen, water area, zip line, traditional swings, sandbox, and climbing equipment. Community center regularly hosts staff-led activities and holiday programs.
Playground · Ages 3+
Playground featuring a climbing structure with slide, swings and splash pad with dancing fountains in summer months. Area also includes full-size, enclosed sports field amid planters and plenty of bench seating.
Playground · Ages 1+
Playground with sandbox, slide, seesaw, climbing sphere, mini skate ramp, and trampolines next to a basketball and football sports court.
Paddling Pool · Ages 1–6
Renovated public square with a small playground and paddling pond favored by children during summer months. Features a triangular layout with green spaces, sculptures, and tree-lined areas. Located in Amsterdam West with nearby food venues at Foodhallen.
Playground · Ages 1–5
Small playground for toddlers in Park Frankendael with sand box, slide, and playhouse. Situated next to a chimney with stork's nest perched on top, adding some animal-sighting fun.
Playground · Ages 1–10
Historic community playground association established in 1923 run by dedicated volunteers that maintains a safe outdoor play space and organizes diverse clubs and activities year-round. Playground features classic equipment: swings, slides, climbing frames, large sandpit. Adjacent basketball court and community center with affordable cafe and toilet access during opening hours.
Playground · Ages 1–12
Popular neighborhood playground near the IJ waterfront in Amsterdam West. Spacious and fully fenced with play equipment for a range of ages and abilities, including a wooden climbing structure with slide, low obstacle course, large sand box, nest swing, and mini enclosed football/basketball court. On-site community space offers regular activities and programs throughout the year as well as coffee for parents during opening hours.
Playground · All Ages
Grand Café with large waterside terrace and adjacent fenced playground in the heart of Vondelpark, open since 1874. Kids can run, climb, swing, and play in the large sandbox while parents relax with coffee, wood-fired pizzas, or beer/cocktails. Menu includes pancakes and tostis for children.
Library · All Ages
A petite library branch with a dedicated children's corner and cozy atmosphere in Amsterdam-Noord. Hosts story times, workshops, and community activities alongside a book collection for all ages. Coffee corner and open balcony create an inviting social space.
Playground · Ages 2–10
A community-run urban farm and green oasis in Amsterdam-West. Large playground with varied equipment: sandpit, slides, swings, climbing structures. Next to Stadsboerderij Zimmerhoeve, a neighborhood farm offering hands-on animal contact and educational activities.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
A green oasis in Amsterdam Oud-West with various farm animals including goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits, guinea pigs and chickens that children can pet and feed. Adjacent wooden playground with a pirate ship theme, sandbox and water table offers hours of play. Located on the banks of the Kostverlorenvaart canal with plenty of green space, picnic tables and peaceful natural surroundings.
Playground · Ages 3+
A reimagined urban playground combining climbing towers, slides, swings and a hammock forest on a large undulating surface. Features a sunken basketball court/soccer pitch and mini skatepark perfect for young kids to skate and scooter. The site includes a youth centre, cafe, and hosts weekly children's sports programming. Toilet and changing table available at cafe during opening hours.
Paddling Pool · Ages 1–6
Shallow paddling pool nestled in Amsterdam's famous Vondelpark, perfect for toddlers to cool off on hot days. Colorful water features and nearby playground keep children engaged. Open May-September when temperature exceeds 20°C, with daily municipal cleaning and plenty of shade from mature trees.
Paddling Pool · Ages 1–6
A shallow paddling pool for toddlers and babies that opens seasonally when temperatures exceed 20°C. Surrounded by green lawns and close to a nature playground with wooden play structures. Water is refreshed daily and there is usually supervision on site.
Playground · Ages 2–8
Small, well-maintained playground in the Spaarndammerbuurt neighbourhood located on the site of the former Wester Sugar Factory. Home to a small community center offering activities for children and coffee for parents. Playground features a toddler-sized truck, climbing structure with slides, and seesaw. Plenty of communal bikes and other vehicles to use when the center is open.
Playground · Ages 1–12
Neighbourhood playground with recently renovated equipment in Amsterdam's Watergraafsmeer district. Features multiple play structures including slides, sandbox, water play and climbing equipment, plus a sports field with basketball hoops. Community-run with playhouse hosting regular activities and craft sessions on weekends. Cafe and toilet available during opening hours.
Playground · Ages 2–12
An adventure playground featuring enormous wooden play structures resembling a spaceship, with swing ropes, shelters, pirate ships, tunnels and mountains of sand. Located between the Food Center Amsterdam and the waterfront in a peaceful, hilly sand environment.
Nature Playground · Ages 2–12
Hidden gem natural playground in Amsterdam-West with climbing rock, water fountains, swings, tunnels and large sports field. Children climb, splash and explore among natural materials and interactive elements. The wooded setting within a residential courtyard creates a peaceful oasis despite the urban surroundings.
Playground · Ages 0–12
Partially fenced playground with equipment suitable for a wide age range, including sandbox, swings (with baby swing), slide, play pirate ship, seesaw, spring rockers, and climbing structure. Several shaded picnic tables give a place for parents to relax while kids play.
Playground · Ages 2–6
Small neighborhood playground tucked away in a quiet corner of the Spaarndammerbuurt featuring a metal climbing structure for toddlers with rope nets, bridge, and side-by-side slides.
Playground · Ages 2–6
Small playground in Europaplein with climbing net and balance beam set on sand. Plenty of benches and grass around for families to spread out.
Paddling Pool · Ages 1–6
A shallow seasonal paddling pool in Westerpark filled with fresh water daily. Ideal for babies and toddlers to splash safely. Surrounded by grassy areas perfect for picnicking, with nearby attractions in the park including a petting farm and playgrounds.
Nature Playground · Ages 5+
Opened to the public in March 2026, the Klauterpad is Vondelpark’s big climbing playground — a sprawling structure with sustainable materials woven between the trees near the Willemsparkbrug entrance. Rope bridges, climbing frames and nets, and natural elements take play up into the tree canopy and provide a serious challenge for older kids.
Playground · Ages 1–6
Small playground associated with Westerpark's SamSam daycare with swings, slides, playhouse, monkeybars, climbing structures, and sandbox.
Playground · Ages 2–10
A peaceful playground nestled within one of Amsterdam's quietest parks, with slides, swings, sandpit, and a cable car spanning water. The park blends nature seamlessly with play, featuring rolling lawns, an open-air swimming pool, and wildlife including herons and foxes. Nearby terraces and food vendors provide refreshment for families.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
Urban farm nestled near Science Park where children interact closely with over 50 animals including goats, sheep, peacocks, rabbits, guinea pigs and honey bees. Kids can ride small bicycles, tricycles and toy tractors, explore a sandbox and play on multiple playgrounds. Parents relax with coffee and snacks at the on-site cantina while children experience farm life in the heart of Amsterdam.
Playground · Ages 2+
Charming playground nestled in a quiet residential area of the De Baarsjes neighborhood. Features climbing structure and slide, nest swing, balance discs, a mini football pitch, and table tennis table.
Nature Playground · Ages 0–12
A sprawling 9,000-square-meter green playground built from the ground up with community input. Water features dominate the landscape — ziplines across the valley, stepping stones, a water mill, and a suspension bridge over the stream. Designed for every child to play together, including those using wheelchairs or with other disabilities, with ramps, accessible play equipment, and thoughtful details throughout.
Nature Playground · Ages 4–10
Wooden nature playground with climbing tower, obstacle course, and slide. Located in the heart of green Noorderpark and just a short distance away from a cafe with facility access during opening hours.
Playground · Ages 3–12
Neighborhood playground in Amsterdam West's Balboaplein with standard equipment: sandpit, climbing structure, slides, and swings. Adjacent sports field and basketball court.
Playground · Ages 1+
Large supervised playground on Columbusplein in Amsterdam West. Staffed during most weekday afternoons and Saturday mornings for safe outdoor play. Features a variety of play equipment for different age ranges, including climbing structures, slides, swings (standard, nest, and baby), rockers, seesaw, sand box, and seasonal splash pad. Adjacent table tennis and sports court with basketball hoops and football goals.
Playground · Ages 1–12
A vibrant neighborhood playground offering children various play structures and equipment suited to different ages. Features well-maintained facilities with swings, large sandpit, water table, climbing structures, bikes/scooters, and sloot pond for critter study. Parents can bring picnics and enjoy ample space while kids explore.
Playground · Ages 2–12
A linear green park built atop the Spaarndammertunnel, connecting the Houthaven development and Spaarndammerbuurt neighborhoods. Features a spacious playground with wood and rope climbing structure, balance beams, nest swings, trampolines, and a mini sports field.
Playground · Ages 2–6
Small, fully-fenced playground for toddlers with swing set, slide and concrete turtles to climb on. Benches for parents with mature trees providing shade.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
A working children's farm in Amsterdam's Westerpark with goats, sheep, pigs, cows, ponies, rabbits, birds and exotic animals like an eagle owl and lizards. Children can pet and interact with the animals, explore the stables and meadows, and enjoy a small playground with pedal cars and bicycles. A cozy on-site cafe serves tea, coffee, juice and light snacks.
Skatepark · Ages 5+
One of Amsterdam's most popular skateboarding plazas with a massive 3,000 m² concrete area. Features diverse obstacles including quarter pipes, banks, rails, ledges, and extensive flat ground—all with a super-smooth surface perfect for learners and experienced skaters alike. Known for its strong community vibe where skaters of all ages and backgrounds gather.
Playground · All Ages
Sprawling outdoor terrace café nestled in Vondelpark's southernmost tip with adjacent large playground featuring sandbox and equipment for multiple ages. Self-service ordering of Dutch classics (bitterballen, pancakes), salads, sandwiches and ice cream; shaded seating with deck chairs and beach-like atmosphere decorated with torches and patio lights at night.
Playground · Ages 1–12
Huge outdoor playground in the heart of Amsterdam West. Playground features several unique climbing structures suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities as well as swings, slides, and sand/water play area for younger kids. Nearby petting zoo (Wijkboerderij Wachterlied), Wachterliedpaviljoen community center and KIEM Lokaal for casual, family-friendly bites make this a destination you can easily turn into an all-day adventure.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
A working farm in the green Wachterliedplantsoen where children discover farm animals including goats, sheep, and chickens alongside sustainable practices. Features vegetable gardens and durable facilities powered by solar energy and wind. Regular workshops and activities encourage hands-on learning about nature, water conservation, and circular economy.
Nature Playground · Ages 3–12
Dig, climb, and wade through streams on themed islands laced with bridges, ziplines, and hand-powered ferries. Kids explore at their own pace—catching frogs, jumping between stumps under willow trees, sailing homemade rafts. A rare place where getting dirty is the whole point.
Splash Pad · Ages 1+
Historic Amsterdam square featuring a fountain with 64 spouts where children play during warm weather. Designed by legendary architect H.P. Berlage in 1925, surrounded by striking Amsterdam School architecture with red-brick gatehouse buildings. Busy neighbourhood hub with cafes and shops.
Library · All Ages
Community library in Amsterdam-West with large, dedicated children's section, reading area, and spacious café. Regular programming includes storytime sessions in multiple languages, creative workshops and neighbourhood activities.
Playground · Ages 2–10
Fenced playground near Vondelpark with large sandpit for younger kids and a slide and climbing tower for older kids. Large, mature trees and benches provide shaded areas for parents to rest.
Construction Playground · Ages 2–14
Kids splash in streams, tackle water courses, and build wooden forts with real hammers and nails. Free admission, creative workshops, lush green space tucked by the canal. A rare "no rules" playground where messiness is the whole point.
Library · All Ages
Compact neighbourhood library in Amsterdam-West with extensive children's collection including a dedicated BoekStart corner for infants aged 0–2. Wednesday afternoon story time features narration, crafts, colouring and games for young children. Monthly activities and bi-monthly youth exhibitions run throughout the year.
Nature Playground · Ages 2–10
A vibrant water playground nestled within Sportpark Middenmeer Voorland featuring climbing walls, slides, spinning equipment and a delightful water element with stepping stones to hop across. Children love the mix of dry play equipment and interactive water features.
Paddling Pool · Ages 1–6
A hidden gem paddling pool in the Bos en Lommer district of Amsterdam-West, designed by architect Ko Mulder. The shallow water is surrounded by sculptural artwork including a bronze fountain and a bright blue octopus with a mini slide. Well-maintained by the municipality with shade-providing trees and seasonal operation during warm weather months.
Playground · Ages 1–12
Spacious neighborhood playground nestled between trees and houses in Amsterdam Zuid's Rivierenbuurt neighborhood. Wooden climbing structures and climbing nets appeal to older preschoolers and school-aged children, while younger kids enjoy a large sandbox and playhouses. A soccer field rounds out the activities.
Playground · Ages 4–12
Neighborhood playground with standard equipment including swings, slides, climbing frames, sand/water play. Adjacent basketball courts and skatepark make the area suitable for a wide age range.
Playground · Ages 1–10
Free outdoor playground in a beautiful expansive park with swings, slides, and climbing equipment. Picnic tables and lawn seating available with multiple food vendors including pancake houses and snack bars. Area adjacent to snack bars has mostly paid rides (€1/token) and features bumper boats, mini cars, mini diggers, and a kid train. Nearby petting zoo with farm animals (chickens, goats, rabbits, donkeys).
Playground · Ages 1+
Sprawling playground featuring multiple play areas: a treehouse fort, climbing pyramid, and football field, surrounded by colourful plants and abundant greenery. Plenty of grassy, shaded areas for picnics.
Playground · Ages 1–6
Fully-fenced neighborhood playground in Amsterdam West with traditional play equipment suitable for younger kids: wooden climbing structure, sandpit, slide, communal bikes and other toys. Mature cherry blossom trees provide shade with grassy areas and hammock for parents to relax while kids play.
Playground · Ages 2–12
A friendly neighbourhood playground in Amsterdam Noord featuring hut-building area, zipline, sandpit, swings, and vegetable garden where children can play and explore nature. Lots of bike and trikes for kids to wheel around. Creative activities and supervised play programs run daily during school holidays, plus various seasonal events and workshops organised by the community.
Playground · Ages 2–6
Small neighborhood playground with wooden climbing house and slide for younger kids and rope and balance beam obstacle course for slightly older kids.
Splash Pad · Ages 1–6
Small splash pad tucked between modern residential buildings just south of Westerpark's tuinpark.
Playground · Ages 1–6
A fenced, community-run playground featuring shared toys, wooden playhouse, swings, slide, and climbing equipment suited for younger kids. The space is well-maintained with shaded areas and benches for supervising parents.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
The second-oldest children's farm in Amsterdam, set in beautiful Rembrandtpark with a variety of friendly farm animals including goats, sheep, pigs, ponies, donkeys, rabbits, chickens and cats. Wide playground with vehicles and slides, plus a terrace serving ice cream and drinks.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
A volunteer-run city farm since 1975 with donkeys, pigs, goats, sheep, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds including peacocks, and a small children's playground. Visitors can hand-feed animals with purchased food and learn about farmyard life in a peaceful setting near the d'Admiraal windmill.
Library · Ages 2+
A neighborhood library branch with dedicated kids' corner and children's book collection. Story hours and craft activities for young learners, including sessions in Spanish and English. Quiet reading space with cafe for families.
Playground · Ages 1–8
Small playground tucked away in serene Volkstuinvereniging Sloterdijkermeer. Features climbing structure with slide, swings, sandbox, and rocker alongside a field with mini football pitch.
Playground · Ages 1+
Welcoming neighborhood playground with wooden climbing structure, slide, obstacle course, swings, mini football pitch, basketball hoop, and plenty of sand.
Playground · Ages 3–10
Small playground in quiet residential area with metal climbing structures, slide, rope obstacle course, and swings. Benches and mature trees provide shaded seating for parents.
Playground · Ages 5–12
Urban playground next to the Netherland's largest concrete skatepark and part of the Urban Sport Zone. Features climbing frames, merry-go-round, swings, seesaw, and slide.
Skatepark · Ages 5+
Netherlands' largest skatepark set in a sprawling 3.8-hectare sports park with bowls, street sections and flow areas. Beyond skating, the area features playgrounds for multiple age groups, sports courts for basketball and padel, a fitness track, and green recreational spaces. Striking white and blue tile artwork decorates the concrete throughout.
Playground · All Ages
An inclusive, wheelchair-friendly playground and community hub in the Gibraltarbuurt neighborhood offering play for all abilities in a safe, enclosed space. Features traditional playground equipment (climbing frame, swings, slide), wheelchair-accessible play structures (wheelchair swing, merry-go-round, accessible sandpit), and a toy shed. On-site café serves coffee, hot chocolate, Dutch pancakes, and affordable light meals.
Nature Playground · Ages 2–12
Playground spanning John Blankensteinstraat on Zeeburgerijsland featuring natural elements with sand and water play area, wooden bridges, slides, and climbing structures.
Playground · Ages 1–12
Small neighborhood playground in Amsterdam Noord adjacent to Buurtboerderij 't Dierendok farm. Features standard playground equipment including climbing structures, seesaw, and swings next to multi purpose sports field.
Sports Field · Ages 2+
Large, well-maintained sports fields in the Bos en Lommer neighborhood. A series of mini playgrounds featuring unique play structures, such as a bird-shaped slide and climbing rock, are located at the perimeter of the field complex.
Playground · Ages 1–6
Small playground tucked between residential building on Zeeburgereiland with slide and small playhouse for young children.
Playground · Ages 1–8
Small modern playground with slide, seesaw swings (including baby swing), and table tennis.
Playground · Ages 3–12
A free outdoor playground in a quiet, child-friendly neighborhood in Amsterdam South. Features climbing structures, agility course equipment, and slides with recently refreshed landscaping. Located in a peaceful residential area with nearby schools and the scenic Schinkel waterway.
Playground · Ages 3–12
Series of modern play structures along the Erasmusgracht, featuring an elevated "play garland" with slide, colorful floating houses, hammocks, and trampolines.
Playground · Ages 3–10
Small, well-maintained neighborhood playground with modern climbing structure, swings, and variety of seating areas.
Nature Playground · Ages 1–12
A nature playground offering space for exploration and play in a natural setting. Located near water with green surroundings. Play equipment with climbing structures/net, sand digging area, obstacle course, slides, swings.
Library · All Ages
Modern public library branch with a dedicated children's section and extensive youth collection including multilingual books. Hosts regular children's activities including story times, workshops, and creative programs. On-site reading café.
Playground · Ages 3–10
Spacious monitored outdoor playground in Amsterdam-Noord with climbing, swinging, and water play. Features well-maintained equipment, lush greenery, and staff supervision during all open hours. Recent additions include inclusive play equipment and a new community center (Buurtkamer) offering free activities like cooking classes and music workshops.
Botanical Garden · Ages 3+
A varied botanical garden with outdoor spaces and greenhouse complex featuring a large collection of trees and permanent plants. Small cafe selling drinks, snacks, and plants with lots of picnic tables and lounge chairs around the garden.
Playground · Ages 0–6
Quiet neighborhood playground along a canal with wooden climbing structure and nets, slide, swings (including baby swing), and padded astroturf surface suitable for the youngest explorers. Ample shade with benches and green space surrounding making it a safe and relaxing place for parents and kids.
Playground · Ages 1–6
Neighborhood playground near the northern end of Sloterplas with swings, large wooden climbing structure for bigger kids, and a small slide for toddlers.
Playground · Ages 2–12
Fenced outdoor playground in Amsterdam's Buitenveldert neighbourhood with a safe, well-maintained play environment. Features equipment for multiple age groups, a football field, basketball court, and an adjacent community building. Outdoor equipment available to borrow includes tricycles, ride-on toys and other toys.
Playground · Ages 2–8
A hidden gem in Amsterdam Noord where kids meet chickens, goats, rabbits and sheep among wild greenery. Build huts from branches, play in mud kitchens, make music on a water organ, discover nature at their own pace. A calm pocket of green where parents sip free coffee and tea while the world feels far away.
Playground · Ages 1–8
A historic modernist playground in a residential courtyard designed by renowned Dutch architect Aldo van Eyck. Features a small climbing igloo and sandbox alongside a unique yellow “fishbone” play structure.
Playground · Ages 2–10
Playground with wooden play structures, climbing nets, slides, rope bridges, and swings. Suitable for wide range of ages and skill levels. Set in a quiet green space with plenty of grass and large trees proving shade.
Library · All Ages
Family-friendly library branch with dedicated BoekStart corner for youngest readers and extensive children's collection. Located in De Honingraat community centre with a maakplaats (maker space) and coffee corner. Hosts workshops, exhibitions and activities regularly.
Playground · Ages 3–10
Contemporary playground at Joris Ivensplein in Amsterdam's IJburg neighbourhood, featuring bright red play equipment set within a shaded plaza surrounded by mature trees. The space includes seating areas and a grassy zone offering a combination of play and green space.
Playground · Ages 3–12
Colorful neighborhood playground with modern equipment featuring creative climbing structures, slides, merry-go-round, and swings.
Paddling Pool · Ages 1–8
A shallow paddling pool in Piet Wiedijkpark designed for young children to play safely in water. The pool features characteristic springstones and is shaded by large trees.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
A petting zoo in Sloterpark offering hands-on interaction with goats, pigs, alpacas, ponies, sheep, chickens and exotic birds. Children can pet animals and play freely on the farm's lawn, with an adjoining nature playground featuring climbing structures and water features.
Butterfly House · Ages 3–12
A public 800-square-meter butterfly garden in Amsterdam-Noord where visitors stroll among native Dutch butterfly species and learn habitat creation. Interactive expedition trailer filled with observation equipment, books and posters doubles as an indoor educational hub. Chrysalis house allows visitors to watch caterpillar metamorphosis, with opportunities to release butterflies.
Nature Playground · Ages 2–12
Nature playground in Amsterdam-Noord, featuring climbing, water play, and adventure across trees, hills and natural elements. Playground has separate areas for different swimming abilities - one without water for non-swimmers, one with water elements for those with swimming diplomas. Picnic areas and fire pit accommodate family gatherings.
Nature Playground · Ages 2+
Expansive nature playground blending natural elements with challenging wooden play structures, obstacle courses and zip line over water, and rope swings. Kids can climb trees, play in sand and water, and explore a barefoot path and vegetable garden. Cozy café De Natuurkamer serves sandwiches, ice cream and drinks at reasonable prices.
Playground · Ages 1–4
Small, sandy playground on Haveneiland for younger kids with swings and slide. Adjacent to community gardens with raised planters and picnic tables.
Sports Field · All Ages
A beloved neighborhood soccer field where kids and families of all backgrounds play together. Once named the Netherlands' best street football pitch. Adjacent small playground with baby and fenced-in toddler zone with wooden play house and a small nature playground for slightly older children at the opposite side of the field.
Playground · Ages 4–12
Modern, bright orange play garland along the Sloterplas, providing a challenging climbing obstacle course for older kids. Located right next to Spanish and Moroccan restaurant La Casa Di Josper. Parents can dine on their outdoor terrace while kids play at the playground.
Nature Playground · Ages 3–12
Play forest within Eendrachtspark where kids can climb, swing, slide, and explore in a naturalistic environment.
Playground · Ages 1–12
Sprawling playground with a range of play equipment suitable for a wide age range. Highlights include a large climbing pyramid, wooden play pirate ship, tire swing, and a mini toddler-sized football pitch next to a bigger field.
Library · All Ages
Busy neighbourhood library with extensive multilingual book collection and strong children's programming. Features BoekStart corner for toddlers and hosts regular art sessions, creative workshops, and community activities. Located in the same building as Theater De Meervaart and Amsterdam Music School.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
A beloved neighborhood farm and meeting place in the Bijlmer. Home to goats, rabbits, pigs, chickens and ponies alongside a large playground. The on-site Gansi pancake restaurant serves pannenkoeken, snacks and Surinamese dishes.
Skatepark · Ages 8+
A halfpipe-style outdoor skate ramp designed for skateboarding, BMX, inline skating and scooters. The miniramp is approximately 15 meters wide with quarters on both sides, allowing riders to maintain momentum and practice tricks. Open 24 hours in Nieuw-Sloten neighbourhood.
Arcade · Ages 7+
Anime-inspired arcade featuring retro and modern Japanese arcade games set in an Akihabara-themed environment. Combines arcade gaming with a ramen bar serving authentic Japanese street food and fluffy pancakes, plus VR experiences and trading card games. Life-sized anime character statues and anime-costumed staff create an immersive Japanese pop culture atmosphere.
Skatepark · Ages 5+
A compact flow bowl with quarter pipe, spine, roll-in and speedbump in Stadspark Osdorp. Designed for smooth lines and versatile use for skaters of all levels.
Playground · Ages 2+
Large neighborhood playground in Amsterdam's IJburg district with separate play areas for different ages. Features climbing poles and zipline for older children, dedicated play space for younger kids with swings and seesaw, and ping pong tables. The park also offers football and basketball courts, picnic spaces, and a jogging track through lush green spaces.
Playground · Ages 1–6
Small fenced playground with climbing frame, slide, see saw, spring rockers, and swings (including baby swing).
Beach · All Ages
Man-made sandy beach on an artificial island with shallow, warm water ideal for swimming and paddling. Offers volleyball, water sports lessons including SUP and surfing, beach bars, and a relaxed hippie vibe. Home to Blijburg beach restaurant with live music, bonfire parties, and a lively community atmosphere.
Library · Ages 6–18
A temporary experimental library and learning lab exploring the future of public libraries through hands-on programs. Features a robotics lab, music production studios, film screenings, and the Roots Library—a curated collection exploring human-nature relationships. Free creative and technical workshops in coding, design, animation, game design, and 3D modeling led by TUMO Amsterdam and partner organizations.
Children's Farm · Ages 2+
Urban farm in the heart of Amsterdam with animals (chickens, rabbits, goats, bees) and a large vegetable garden. Families visit for animal encounters and workshops focused on food, nature and urban farming. The site features a clay oven and outdoor bar serving affordable meals on Wednesday and Saturday evenings.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
Amsterdam's largest children's farm with farm animals roaming freely including baby goats, pigs, donkeys and bunnies. Extensive playground and open-air seating with canteen serving ice cream, snacks and refreshments. Educational focus with special events around holidays like Easter and Animals Day.
Playground · All Ages
Shaded, fenced playground in historic village Sloten featuring diverse equipment for all ages including swings with toddler seats, slides, climbing structures and a cable car. Wheelchair-accessible pathways, terrace cafeteria with coffee and snacks, plus sports facilities including football field and tennis court.
Skatepark · Ages 5+
A unique 125-meter skatepark stretching across the A9 tunnel roof in Amsterdam's Brasapark, with distinct zones for snakerun, pumptrack, street, and bowl skating. Designed with flowing organic curves that integrate seamlessly into the green landscape. Open 24/7 and welcoming skaters of all skill levels, from young children on scooters to advanced riders.
Paddling Pool · Ages 0–6
Public outdoor paddling pool in Amsterdam Nieuw-West designed for the youngest swimmers. Shallow water and gentle splash features perfect for babies and toddlers to safely cool off in summer months. Area also features playground equipment, table tennis, and benches for parents around the perimeter.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
A working children's farm nestled in Amsterdam Zuidoost's green Gaasperdam central park, home to cows, pigs, donkeys, peacocks, goats, sheep, chickens and rabbits. Kids can hand-feed and help care for animals, explore nature, play at the playground, and participate in seasonal events like the sheep-shearing festival. Sells simple refreshments including homemade eggs, and features a thrift shop and regular fleamarkets.
Pick-Your-Own Farm · Ages 3+
Organic orchard where visitors pick their own fruit—apples, pears, berries, plums—straight from trees and bushes. Free-range chickens lay eggs scattered across the premises that children can collect. On-site garden café with homemade apple pie, organic shop, and playground activities including pallet mazes and tunnel trails.
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