Libraries near Amsterdam

17 locations
Ages 0–12
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OBA Oosterdok

OBA Oosterdok

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.

OBA Linnaeus

OBA Linnaeus

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.

OBA Roelof Hartplein

OBA Roelof Hartplein

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.

Children's table and chairs, shelves with children's books, and rows of books in a bright, airy library with colorful artwork on the wall

OBA De Hallen

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).

OBA Van der Pek

OBA Van der Pek

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.

Girl in the children's section of the library with tall bookshelves on the walls and map illustration on the ground

OBA Mercatorplein

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.

OBA Olympic Quarter

OBA Olympic Quarter

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.

OBA Diemen

OBA Diemen

Library · All Ages

Public library in the heart of Diemen, housed since 2022 in the same building as Theater De Omval. Broad collection of books with special focus on young adult and picture books for reading aloud; café serving coffee and tea. Regular programming includes story times for the littlest children, creative workshops, and cultural exhibitions. Accessible, modern space designed as a community gathering hub for all ages.

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OBA Osdorp

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.

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