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Kids Activities in IJburg

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Ages 0–12

A newer, family-oriented district built on artificial islands in the IJmeer, with sandy beaches, waterside promenades, and playgrounds designed with kids in mind. It's more spread out than central Amsterdam, but that means more room to run around.

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Speeltuin Joris Ivensplein

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.

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Speeltuin Haveneiland

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.

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Ed Pelsterpark

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.

Coffee and Kids

Coffee and Kids

Kids Cafe · Ages 0–10

Family café and creative workshop space where parents relax with quality coffee while children play in rotating toy displays and attend curated sessions like music, movement, and arts & crafts. Features a dedicated playroom and theatre stage. Also sells educational toys and hosts birthday parties with workshops.

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Zandeiland

Nature Playground · Ages 4–12

Nature playground adjacent to IJburg's Jonas building with rope bridges, balance beams, and wooden obstacle course over water.

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Speeltuin Theo van Goghpark

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.

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Strand IJburg

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.

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