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Trampoline Park · Ages 2+
Hidden trampoline, parkour and dance facility in a converted underground tunnel beneath Amsterdam's city center. Features side-by-side trampolines, a 30m² airbag for practicing tricks, a freerunning obstacle course, and a modern dance studio. Clean, well-designed space with a welcoming bar serving healthy snacks, pizza, and beverages.
Culture Museum · Ages 4+
Interactive museum set across four 17th-18th century synagogues exploring four centuries of Jewish culture in the Netherlands. Jewish Museum junior offers a hands-on environment where children bake challah, write Hebrew letters, and play musical instruments. Also features paintings, ceremonial objects, films and 3D presentations; café serves kosher foods.
Music Lessons · Ages 3–6
Amsterdam's intimate music venue offering toddler music lessons with special instruments, group jam sessions, singing, and peeking at live rehearsals, sparking musical curiosity in preschoolers alongside parents.
Art Museum · Ages 4+
Step into the restored 17th-century home where Dutch master Rembrandt lived and worked from 1639-1658, surrounded by his nearly complete collection of 260 etchings. Explore authentically recreated rooms furnished with period objects and artifacts, plus original copper plates and drawings, with a multimedia guide narrated by the artist's dog for kids over 6 and scavenger hunt for 4+. Daily live etching demonstrations and hands-on drawing workshops bring the creative process to life.
Music Lessons · Ages 2–4
Music education center specializing in lessons for young children and babies with their caregivers. Child-centered approach where little ones explore musical skills safely within family groups, experimenting with rhythm, clapping, and basic instruments. Also offers workshops and interactive lectures for parents and educators on music education and child development.
History Museum · Ages 7+
Powerful museum documenting Dutch resistance and daily life during WWII through 130+ personal stories, authentic objects, and interactive displays. Features Verzetsmuseum Junior, a dedicated children's section with reconstructed homes and age-appropriate narratives of four children's wartime experiences. Includes free multilingual audio guides and video testimonies; exhibits presented in Dutch and English.
Science Museum · Ages 4+
The world's first museum dedicated entirely to microorganisms. Interactive microscope stations and multimedia displays reveal living bacteria, viruses, fungi and algae; a body scan shows which microbes inhabit your skin. Exhibits use cutting-edge technology including 3D viewers and interactive screens.
Natural History Museum · Ages 7+
Interactive natural history museum exploring how humans, animals, plants and microbes form one ecosystem. Journey through 170-year-old building with sensory exhibits, art installations and thought-provoking displays. Features unique elements like scent tunnels, comparisons with animal movements, and the Tanja hippopotamus exhibition.
Theatre · Ages 3+
Intimate theater showcasing classical European marionette opera with large handcrafted wooden puppets. Five puppeteers manipulate basswood puppets in silk and velvet costumes performing works by Mozart and Offenbach, with music central to the experience. Performances are in Dutch, but the visual spectacle and classical music transcend language barriers.
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.
Immersive Experience · Ages 3+
Interactive optical illusions museum housed in a 170-year-old former church, featuring 60+ mind-bending rooms and immersive installations that challenge perception. Visitors walk on walls, see infinity rooms, solve brain teasers, and take creative photos with hands-on exhibits. Friendly staff provide guidance and photo assistance throughout the experience.
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.
Science Museum · Ages 4+
The Netherlands' largest science museum with five floors of hands-on interactive exhibits where children conduct chemistry experiments, build bridges, blow giant bubbles, and explore how everyday science works. The ship-shaped copper-green building designed by Renzo Piano sits above the IJ tunnel with a free-access rooftop terrace offering panoramic Amsterdam views. Daily demonstrations include a spectacular chain reaction Rube Goldberg machine on the second floor, plus workshops on light, sound, electricity, water, and the human mind.
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.
Theatre · Ages 1–9
Intimate children's theater with monthly interactive performances featuring actors, music, and storytelling. Before each show, children can dress up in costumes from the theater's costume racks. Refreshments included with admission: coffee, tea, juice, and cookies. Location also offers dance, music, and drama classes as well as a popular theatre camp during school holidays.
Cafe · All Ages
Historic 1891 building home to showroom for electric vehicle company NIO . Café with kids' corner on first floor, co-working spaces and enclosed soft play room on second floor —far more than a car showroom. Each floor shifts color from earth tones to sky blue, echoing the building's restored identity.
History Museum · Ages 3+
Interactive multimedia journey through 400 years of Amsterdam's canal history, housed in a stunning 17th-century canal house with period rooms and original wall paintings. Structured tour through five themed rooms with included audioguide in nine languages; 45-50 minute experience. Beautiful serene garden oasis in the backyard, peaceful refuge from the bustling city.
Playgroup · Ages 0–4
A Waldorf-inspired playgroup in central Amsterdam for parents and very young children. Handmade wooden furniture and natural toys create a nurturing space for seasonal activities including open play, bread baking, arts and crafts, with organic snacks and singing. Combines the Waldorf and Pikler approaches with nature-aligned rhythms.
Culture Museum · Ages 4+
Interactive museum of world cultures housed in a stunning 1926 building with a striking Light Hall. The dedicated Wereldmuseum Junior exhibition for ages 6–13 lets children touch, try things out, and participate in cultural discovery. A party shop showcases celebrations and traditions from around the world.
Sensory Classes · Ages 0–12
Hands-on learning center blending art, creativity and play through parent-child sessions and afterschool workshops. Kids explore sensory materials, painting, collage, printmaking, and clay modeling while parents relax in the child-friendly cafe. Programs use Reggio Emilia methods with emphasis on curiosity, self-discovery and meaningful creative engagement.
Theatre · Ages 2–8
Classic Dutch puppet theatre staging lively shows every Sunday with included professional face-painting and costume dress-up. Performances last 30-45 minutes with coffee, tea and speculaasjes (Dutch spiced cookies) for everyone. Shows aimed at specific age groups: toddlers 2-4 (11:00-12:15) and older children 4-8 (13:00-15:00).
Theatre · Ages 6+
One of the Netherlands' leading theaters, housed in a historic building on Leidseplein with a commitment to contemporary programming. Stages both adult productions and children's shows including The Bookshop Kids (for ages 6+) held monthly, plus family-friendly performances adapted from classics and new works. Regular theater workshops available for children interested in drama.
Art Museum · Ages 4+
One of the world's finest art museums with 8,000 masterpieces spanning 800 years, including Rembrandt's iconic Night Watch and works by Vermeer and Van Gogh. The grand building features diverse treasures beyond paintings—airplane models, dollhouses, weapons, ship models, and historical artifacts that captivate curious minds. Free admission for all under 18 plus family games, scavenger hunts, drawing workshops, and dedicated activity programs make it exceptionally welcoming for young visitors.
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.
Swimming Pool · All Ages
Historic 1912 indoor swimming pool in an art-deco building with marble columns and intricate tilework near the Rijksmuseum. Features shallow children's areas and designated lanes, soft water, and thermal baths alongside sauna cabins and a whirlpool. Attached Brasserie Zuiderbad serves food and drinks.
Theatre · Ages 5+
A prestigious theater in Amsterdam's Leidseplein area with two auditoriums (601 and 939 seats) showcasing musicals, plays, cabaret and concerts. Recently renovated in 2010, the theater features stunning red chairs and a gold-framed stage. Offers youth and children's performances alongside adult programming, with a bar and dining available.
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.
Miniature Museum · Ages 3+
Detailed miniature scenes bring Amsterdam's 750-year history to life, from 1275 origins through the Golden Age, squatter riots and Pride. Many models are interactive with buttons triggering lights, sounds and moving scenes. Average visit lasts 1 to 1.5 hours on Museumplein.
Sensory Play Space · Ages 0–3
Montessori-inspired toy store with a cozy indoor playroom exclusively for infants and toddlers. Thoughtfully curated playthings designed to foster independence and self-directed exploration at a slow, relaxed pace. Parents relax with complimentary coffee and tea while children learn through hands-on play in a small, tranquil group setting. Free coffee, tea, and snacks.
Cafe · Ages 2+
Community-focused coffee café with a spacious children's play corner. Parents can enjoy fresh daily juices and excellent-value espressos while kids play. Second-hand vintage furnishings and welcoming neighbourhood atmosphere.
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.
Film Museum · Ages 2+
Striking white building housing one of Europe's premier film museums with a 60,000-film collection. Features four cinema screens, interactive exhibitions including a 360-degree immersive film space, Movie Pods with vintage films, and hands-on installations like the Flipbook and Green Screen where visitors can create their own scenes. Museum targets slightly older kids (6+), while Cinemini events for ages 2-6 offer short films in relaxed family environment followed by interactive themed activities.
Art Museum · Ages 4+
World's largest collection of Vincent van Gogh's works, including Sunflowers, Almond Blossom, and The Bedroom. Museum is thoughtfully curated chronologically to follow Van Gogh's artistic development from his early Dutch period through Paris, Arles, and Saint-Rémy. Interactive family guides and treasure hunts for children aged 6-12 available at the information desk.
Music Lessons · All Ages
Professional music school with 65 teachers offering individual and group music lessons on classical, jazz and pop instruments. Baby and toddler courses feature play-based exploration of rhythm, melody and sound with colorful materials and improvisation. Children ages 6-12 join choirs and orchestras, while teenagers and adults access ensemble performances and jam sessions.
Dance Classes · Ages 2–10
Dance studio offering movement and dance classes for children from babies to 10 years old, emphasizing creative expression and confidence-building through playful themes and multiple dance styles. The bright, welcoming studio features themed lessons that rotate every three weeks, exploring stories from The Jungle to The Farm through classical ballet, jazz, modern dance, and musical theater. Parent-child classes (from 22 months) and special sessions for shy or neurodiverse learners provide inclusive options for all developmental needs.
Swimming Pool · All Ages
Modern indoor sports complex with two pools—one for serious swimmers and one dedicated to families. Glass windows overlooking a canal create the feeling of swimming outdoors. Also features a sports hall, spa, café-restaurant with waterfront terrace, and various swim classes and aquatic activities for all levels, including baby and toddler swim lessons.
Concert Hall · All Ages
World-renowned concert hall praised for acoustics that rival Carnegie Hall and Vienna's Musikverein. Hosts 900+ concerts annually across three performance spaces, with dedicated family programming, such as Children's Concerts for ages 4–12 and Children's Music Days for ages 2–4. Young music explorers discover instruments, stories and classical masterworks in interactive, storytelling-enriched performances.
Holiday Camp · Ages 3–12
Hands-on science education hub offering holiday camps, workshops, and birthday parties where children conduct real experiments and build things with materials like rockets and robots. Kids work through various scientific disciplines from chemistry and physics to engineering and robotics, with outdoor activities integrated throughout. Located in Amsterdam Oud-West with a venue designed for hands-on discovery.
Kids Cafe · Ages 0–6
Thoughtfully designed children's cafe with integrated play areas allowing kids to move freely. Play wall with role-play zones including a kitchen, veterinary clinic, construction zone, and train table. Serves healthy organic menu items for both children and adults: sandwiches, yogurt bowls, French toast, and fresh juice. Bassinet available.
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.
Gymnastics Classes · Ages 1–6
Imaginative gymnasium classes where young children climb, swing, balance. Each session features a different fantasy theme with choreographed exercises and setup on varied equipment. Expert instructors create lessons that develop motor and social skills.
Immersive Experience · Ages 2+
An immersive, colorful wonderland with 15 interactive installations where visitors dive into ball pits, splash in marshmallow pools, sing karaoke, and enjoy confetti showers. Each room features different themes with photo stations that automatically capture moments. Includes access to the Galaxy Café for snacks and drinks, with included locker storage.
Horse Riding · Ages 2+
Historic 1882 riding school and museum blending living horses with grandeur. Kids can observe horse riding classes and performances in traditional costumes, pet horses, explore ornate stables and riding halls, and enjoy tea from the elevated café. Active equestrian training continues daily and is visible from viewing balconies. Horse riding classes available for children ages 2 and up.
Drama Classes · Ages 6–17
Theatre school offering acting and musical theatre classes for children and young people. Professional instructors guide students through scene work, character development, and ensemble performance, culminating in staged productions. The organization also produces interactive theatre performances on educational themes.
Sensory Classes · Ages 0–12
Parent-child classes and play sessions for babies, toddlers, and older kids featuring music, movement, art, and sensory activities. Offers holiday camps, afterschool clubs, and birthday party packages.
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).
Baby Spa · Ages 0–1
Hydrotherapy spa exclusively for babies featuring warm, spacious pools designed to mimic the womb environment. Sessions include parent-guided massage under professional supervision with certified pedagogical staff. The facility offers specialized floating and massage experiences to promote relaxation, development and bonding.
Playgroup · Ages 0–4
Volunteer-run community playgroup celebrating over 50 years, featuring a bouncy ball pit, slide, wooden playhouse, climbing equipment, role-play areas with costumes, and sensory play zones. Parents join their children for informal sessions with crafts, singing, snack-sharing, and free playtime, plus complementary coffee and tea for caregivers. The space welcomes international families and offers multilingual sessions.
Cinema · All Ages
A cozy waterfront cinema on Amsterdam's with comfortable screening rooms. Biweekly baby-friendly movie mornings at 11:00 every other Monday called Hyena Scream!, where parents enjoy recent films with lowered volume, dim (not dark) lights, comfy two-seater benches, and a baby-only audience (<0).
Climbing Centre · Ages 6+
Dedicated bouldering gym with 500m² of climbing walls featuring 150+ problems for all levels. Located along the IJ river in Amsterdam Noord with a café, shop, and training areas. Regular weekly problem resets keep the experience fresh.
Skatepark · Ages 6+
Indoor skatepark built by and for skateboarders with a relaxed community culture. Features ramps, hosting open sessions plus roller-skates, inline skates and BMX on designated days. On-site dining includes Bar KRAP and Matto's pizza oven. Skateboard School Amsterdam offers lessons for all skateboarders age 6 and up.
Music Lessons · All Ages
Amsterdam's largest music school offering instrumental, vocal, and ensemble lessons for all ages. Programs span from baby and toddler music classes (with caregivers) through specialized academies for pop, jazz and classical music. Group classes, individual lessons, bands, orchestras and talent programs available.
Immersive Experience · Ages 3+
The Netherlands' first museum dedicated to new media art, housed in a converted TV studio in Amsterdam Noord. Walk through large-scale, immersive light and sound installations that respond to your presence and movement. Dark rooms with flashing lights create a sensory experience blending art, technology, and audio.
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.
Bowling · Ages 4+
Amsterdam's oldest and largest bowling center with 18 modern lanes, featuring disco bowling with lighting effects and music. On-site restaurant serves Dutch cuisine with grill arrangements and buffet options. Family-friendly venue that combines competitive bowling with casual dining.
Drama Classes · Ages 2–12
Oldest provider of English-speaking movements-theatre activities for kids in Amsterdam (since 2013), with imaginative theme-based sessions using costumes, mime, songs and movement. Studio overlooks Vondelpark from the top floor of OT301, a creative cultural centre. Classes range from parent-child sessions for toddlers to structured theatre groups for older kids, emphasizing creativity, confidence and fun over performance pressure.
Bakery · Ages 1+
Artisanal brownie and blondie bakery in Oud-West with a cozy cafe interior. Specializes seasonal flavors like peanut-caramel and matcha. Home-like atmosphere with toys and comfy seating.
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Cooking Classes · Ages 4–12
A culinary school for children in an old greenhouse (Kas Keerweer) where kids learn real cooking techniques. Classes use herbs and vegetables from the school's own garden, with guest chefs, wild foragers, and culinary historians. Children prepare seasonal dishes from different cuisines, take recipes home, and cooked meals go home as dinner.
Yoga / Mindfulness · Ages 1–7
Parent-child yoga studio offering playful classes combining movement, yoga and mindfulness. Classes feature balance, jumping and exploring together on the mat. One parent or caregiver joins each child on a mat, creating a bonding activity.
Gymnastics Classes · Ages 2–12
Sports, dance, circus and aerial silks classes in a non-competitive environment. Programs feature innovative activities including juggling, handstands, hula hooping, tumbling, cheerleading, and fitness training. Multilingual coaches teach in English with visual demonstrations; holiday camps and birthday parties available.
Drama Classes · Ages 7–18
Youth theatre studio offering drama classes and acting workshops in English. Students learn improvisation, physical theatre and devising techniques, culminating in end-of-term performances. Classes encourage confidence-building through collaborative group work and original theatrical creation.
Theatre · Ages 2–18
Amsterdam's dedicated youth theatre with weekly rotating performances across multiple genres including dance, puppetry, circus and contemporary theatre. Intimate flat-floor theatre with close sightlines to the stage and spacious child-friendly foyer. Located on Cultuurpark Westergas, a vibrant cultural park blending green space and creativity.
Cinema · Ages 3+
Independent cinema showcasing Dutch and international arthouse films, located within the Westergasfabriek cultural park. Family-friendly with Dutch-spoken kids' films, Cinebaby for babies under 1 and Kleuterbios for ages 3-6 (soft sound, dim lights, flexible entry), and birthday parties with film plus cake and snacks. Industrial-style cafe with vegetarian and vegan options, kid menu and coloring and games to keep little ones occupied, plus a summer terrace.
Restaurant · Ages 1+
A neighborhood pizzeria specializing in authentic Roman-style pizzas baked in a wood-fired oven. Children enjoy a play kitchen downstairs and can knead pizza dough while they wait for their food. Perfect for combining with outdoor fun at adjacent Noorderpark.
Immersive Experience · Ages 3+
Immersive digital art center housed in a converted 19th-century gasworks where masterpieces come alive through 100+ projectors covering 3,800 square meters of walls, ceilings and floors set to music. Works by Dutch Masters, Monet, Dalí, Gaudí and other artists are displayed across towering 17-meter-high industrial halls. Visitors can explore from multiple angles and vantage points, with no time limit once inside.
Cafe · All Ages
Warm, cosy restaurant in Amsterdam West serving Mediterranean cuisine. Features a dedicated backroom with games and toys where kids can play while families enjoy lunch or coffee. Built on a mission to bring people together and create employment for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Dance Classes · Ages 2+
Professional dance school offering creative movement and technique-based classes. Teaches kids dance, ballet, jazz, contemporary and streetdance in a bright studio with excellent flooring and sound system. Classes from age 2 through adults with emphasis on musicality, creativity and fun.
Cafe · Ages 0–6
Specialty coffee café with carefully brewed espresso, filter coffee, and artisanal pastries in a sleek, stylish setting. Includes a dedicated play area (lower level) with toys, play kitchen, and coloring supplies. Calm, welcoming atmosphere designed for both adults and kids.
Gymnastics Classes · Ages 1–6
Imaginative gymnasium classes where young children climb, swing, balance. Each session features a different fantasy theme with choreographed exercises and setup on varied equipment. Expert instructors create lessons that develop motor and social skills.
Baby Spa · Ages 0–1
A luxury wellness spa specializing in a unique baby spa experience designed for parents and infants to bond during relaxation sessions. Facilities include magnesium float cabins, private spa suites, Japanese head spa, and complementary tea or mocktails after treatments. Modern, clean environment with professional, friendly staff.
Kids Cafe · Ages 0–7
Purpose-built family cafe pairing quality cuisine with a thoughtfully-designed indoor play area. Designed specifically for babies through age 7, with a separate baby area for younger children plus parent seating. Child-focused menu developed with a nutritionist; seasonal, zero-waste approach.
Climbing Centre · Ages 7+
Amsterdam's largest bouldering hall with over 3,400 m² of climbing terrain. Features 260+ boulders ranging from beginner-friendly to expert routes, including slabs, overhangs and roof sections. Bright, airy space with continuous floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the canal, plus on-site restaurant, café and terrace.
Kids Cafe · All Ages
Child-centered community center that's home to KIEM Lokaal, an inviting parent-child green cafe serving vegetarian sandwiches and soups and featuring a "shake bike" where kids pedal to make smoothies. Community center also hosts a wide range of activities for kids, including dance and drama classes, karate and judo lessons, and drop-in playgroups. Multiple spaces including gym hall and activity zones accommodate various workshops and performances throughout the week.
Theatre · Ages 3+
An international cultural stage housed in a converted 1920s church featuring theatre, music, dance, comedy and spoken word performances. The venue welcomes families with children's productions, workshops, and birthday party hosting. Fresh, locally sourced food and a relaxed café atmosphere complement the performances for a casual bite before or after a show.
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.
Role-Play Village · Ages 1–7
Child-sized roleplay neighbourhood with 12 themed houses where kids become pizza chefs, shopkeepers, firefighters and more. Everything is specially designed at child scale, with beautiful wooden-toy aesthetics. Prents can relax at the café while supervising. Shoes off at the door keeps the carpeted play areas clean; sessions are carefully timed at 1.5 hours to maintain a calm, never-overcrowded atmosphere.
Trampoline Park · Ages 2+
Large trampoline park with multiple jump zones including dodgeball, foam pits, and freerunning courses. Features dedicated Mini Jump sessions for 2-5 year-olds with supervised activities and a separate reserved park area. Professional staff provide attentive supervision across varied terrain levels.
Indoor Playground · Ages 1–12
Jungle-themed indoor playground and trampoline park with well-equipped soft play structure with various climbing, jumping and exploration activities. Café on-site offering drinks, slushes and snacks for families. Located in Amsterdam-Oost with friendly staff.
Cooking Classes · Ages 4–12
Dedicated children's cooking studio teaching kids to cook with fresh, healthy ingredients in playful, structured lessons. Features a parent-friendly café (CHEF) where adults can relax while children learn. New location opened March 2025 focusing on building confidence, creativity and collaborative skills through hands-on cooking activities.
Art Classes · Ages 6–12
Art studio offering drawing, painting and creative art lessons for young artists. Classes taught by experienced instructors covering various techniques and materials including pastels, painting and other media.
Theatre · Ages 2+
An intimate, multidisciplinary arts venue combining theatre, music, dance and puppetry created by artists from around the world. Housed in a former horse tram depot turned national monument metres from Vondelpark. Hosts interactively and lively weekly kids programming with Brazilian-inspired shows, music/story sessions, and family carnivals blending culture, dance, and play.
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.
Cafe · All Ages
A casual daytime café in Amsterdam-West serving coffee and sandwiches. Nice airy interior with cosy living-room-like atmosphere and friendly staff. Family-friendly with toys/games, rocking horse, high chair. Popular spot for breakfast and lunch.
Indoor Playground · Ages 1–12
A sprawling indoor play paradise housed in a beautifully restored historic church, with separate zones for toddlers and older children. Features climbing structures, slides, ball pools, obstacle courses, and a mini go-kart track in the basement. Café offers snacks, beverages, and themed party rooms for birthday celebrations.
Pancake House · All Ages
Spacious pancake house with over 80 seats across multiple floors featuring both Dutch and American-style pancakes, plus taco-shaped "pacos" with sweet and savoury toppings. Open kitchen on lower ground floor lets you watch chefs prepare your meal. Sweet and savoury options available including gluten-free and vegan choices. Family friendly with high chairs, colorful kids' cutlery, small play area with toys, and terrace with picnic tables.
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.
Sensory Play Space · Ages 0–8
Three immersive, hands-on worlds—Water, Construction, and Art—where children create, build, and discover through play. Kids "fish" for objects and blow giant bubbles in Water; operate dump trucks and conquer climbing pits in Construction; paint digitally and play with puzzles in Art. Parents and kids can enjoy lunch and snacks at the family café or the sunny terrace outside.
Automotive Museum · Ages 6–12
Interactive exhibition exploring mobility and transportation through hands-on exhibits where children can discover car design, test driving simulators, and learn how mobility shapes daily life. The renovated space within a historic Citroën building showcases designer vehicles and features interactive workshops and design challenges.
Arcade · Ages 7+
A vibrant indoor arcade featuring 120+ classic and modern games on unlimited free-play with a single entry fee. Neon-lit cabinets include iconic titles like Donkey Kong, Pac-Man, and Mario Kart, plus a dedicated multi-projector Mario Kart room. On-site snack bar serves Asian street food and drinks.
Baby Spa · Ages 0–1
Specialist baby spa offering hydrotherapy floating sessions in warm, body-temperature water and holistic therapies like massage. Two private jacuzzi pools allow one-on-one parent-baby bonding in an intimate, tranquil setting. Collaborates with physiotherapists, sleep coaches, and lactation consultants for comprehensive support.
Children's Museum · Ages 2–12
A child-centered art museum where children are treated as competent creators rather than passive viewers. Children design their own creative processes, explore materials freely, and participate in exhibitions showing alongside professional artists. Hands-on ateliers with diverse materials encourage experimentation, discovery and self-expression.
Cafe · All Ages
Cozy specialty coffee house with a creative, artistic vibe and welcoming community atmosphere. Comfortable seating and a good toy, book, and board game selection make it a great pick for families. Serves fresh pastries, sandwiches, and milkshakes alongside artisanal coffee. Outdoor terrace and sidewalk chalk available when weather permits.
Music Lessons · Ages 1+
Comprehensive music school offering lessons on 20+ instruments, singing, ballet, musical theatre, and DJ/music production courses. Inclusive ensemble programme welcomes all learners. Students collaborate, perform together, and develop talent in a supportive community environment.
Theatre · Ages 1–6
Intimate theatre designed for the youngest children, featuring performances with live music, dance and mime that require little dialogue. Interactive play area in the foyer and on stage after each show. Small capacity venue creating close audience-performer connection.
Cafe · All Ages
Converted school building now hosts dozens of cultural organizations and community initiatives. The café functions as a neighbourhood living room with coffee, tea, reading space, and toys for kids. Wheelchair accessible with lift access.
Cafe · All Ages
Fresh-ground espresso, matcha, chai, and smoothies in the World Fashion Centre. Bright, modern spot with healthy homemade treats—juices and protein options round out the menu. Small play corner, perfect for parents enjoying drinks while kids play with toys.
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.
Gymnastics Classes · Ages 0–12
Gymnastics-based development classes with a non-competitive approach, using music and thematic activities to build motor and cognitive skills. Small class sizes personalized to each child's developmental stage, from parent-child infant classes through primary school gymnastics, plus dance and karate. Classes in both Dutch and English, with a cozy café where parents can watch and enjoy coffee.
Restaurant · All Ages
Authentic Middle Eastern street food restaurant serving fresh falafel, sabich, shawarma and pita with quality ingredients and traditional cooking methods. Cozy, warm atmosphere with character and a dedicated children's play area. Family-friendly with kid-friendly portions available.
Swimming Lessons · Ages 0–4
Specialized baby and toddler swimming instruction teaching water confidence and safety skills through play and song. Parent-child lessons are 30 minutes long and run weekly in warm, welcoming pool facilities. Programs begin from birth and progress through toddler stages with a child-centered, non-pressured approach.
Trampoline Park · Ages 2+
A comprehensive indoor trampoline park with multiple zones including high-performance trampolines, foam pits, dodgeball arenas, ninja courses, climbing walls, and an airbag landing zone. Features dedicated Mini Jump sessions for younger children aged 2-5, with specially reserved park areas and staff supervision. On-site cafe serving drinks and snacks.
Indoor Playground · Ages 1–12
Colourful covered play paradise with climbing equipment, slides, ball pits and trampolines—rain-proof fun at any time. Laser game arena adds extra excitement. Birthday parties and special events regularly scheduled with food and drinks included.
Dance Classes · Ages 2+
A welcoming dance school featuring classes for toddlers and young children. Fun and positive environment focused on enjoying movement, with professional instructors offering various styles including ballet, hip-hop, and breakdance.
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.
Indoor Playground · Ages 1–12
Expansive indoor soft play center with climbing frames, slides, ball pits, and trampolines spread across two floors. Younger children have a dedicated zone on the lower floor with age-appropriate soft play equipment and toys. Parents can relax in an on-site café with free Wi-Fi while supervising children.
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.
Theatre · Ages 2+
Cultural performance venue hosting 280 shows annually across theatre, dance, cabaret and music. Meervaart Jong & Meervaart Studio offer dedicated talent development classes and workshops for children in performing arts. Fully wheelchair accessible with lifts and accessible facilities throughout the modern 1,100-seat theatre.
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.
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 6+
An indoor skatepark hub for BMX, skateboarding, inline skating, stunt stepping and urban dancing. Features various obstacles including banks, handrails, quarter pipes and vert walls, with an elevated bar area offering park views. Free riding available alongside structured coaching (ages 6+), events, and holiday camps. Available for birthday parties.
Theatre · Ages 3+
Multi-cultural theatre and circus performance venue in Southeast Amsterdam with diverse programming for children and families. Houses youth theatre school, circus school, and professional companies offering dance, theatre workshops and interactive performances. Modern oval building set within Nelson Mandela Park.
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.
Indoor Playground · Ages 1–12
Massive indoor playground featuring slides, trampolines, laser games, and interactive tech-based attractions. Ample parking, on-site café, and free entry for adult supervisors. Perfect escape from Dutch weather with varied activities designed to keep children engaged.
Baby Spa · Ages 0–1
Luxurious baby spa offering hydrotherapy floating sessions in warm purified water (35-37°C) combined with gentle massages. Specialized facility with heated changing cushions, warm towels, and a twinkling star ceiling that creates a calming atmosphere for both babies and parents. Staff are certified in baby first aid and massage.
Temporarily closed
Fun Center · Ages 2–16
Massive indoor entertainment complex with two go-kart tracks, laser tag arena, bowling alleys, arcade games, and roller skating rink. Younger children enjoy the dedicated indoor playground Jimmy's Speelparadijs with climbing structures and slides. Special kid-friendly racing heats available for ages 8+ (minimum 1.35m height).
Indoor Playground · Ages 1–12
Massive indoor playground with climbing castles, ramps, bounce areas and roller skating. Kids drive mini cars, ride trikes, jump on trampolines and explore adventure trails. Inclusive karaoke bar, reading area for parents and snack bar with healthy sandwiches and drinks.
Indoor Playground · Ages 1–12
Expansive indoor play paradise with separate toddler zone and challenging equipment for older kids. Climb, slide, jump and play in ball pits, plus parents enjoy a restaurant and free wifi. Gratis parking available on site.
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