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Kids Activities in Noordelijke IJ-oevers

17 locations
Ages 0–12

The redeveloped waterfront along the north bank of the IJ, opposite central Amsterdam, with modern architecture and open views across the water. A ferry ride from the center makes it a fun, slightly different outing with kids.

Locations

Modern museum building with sharp angles and glass

Eye Filmmuseum

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.

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Lilo’s cafe

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.

Speeltuin Spadinalaan

Speeltuin Spadinalaan

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.

WONDR Experience

WONDR Experience

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.

FC Hyena

FC Hyena

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).

Monk Bouldergym Amsterdam

Monk Bouldergym Amsterdam

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.

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PARK AMSTERDAM

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.

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De VerbroederIJ

Cafe · All Ages

City beach and community garden space with pavilion restaurant, offering outdoor play, vegetable gardens, and a couple of resident pigs. Free activities regularly programmed for the neighborhood. Accessible cafe with affordable food and beverages.

Nxt Museum

Nxt Museum

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.

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