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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 1–10
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 · 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Cooking Classes · Ages 2–12
A child-led cooking cafe where kids select recipes from picture menus, gather ingredients at child-height counters, prepare their own pizzas, cupcakes, and sandwiches, then eat what they've made. Everything from furniture to the entrance slide is sized for children's independence. Vondelpark is immediately adjacent, perfect for post-lunch exploration.
Restaurant · Ages 3+
Authentic Italian trattoria serving wood-fired pizzas and classic dishes. Kids receive aprons and chef's hats to top their own pizzas. Relaxed atmosphere where children don't need to sit still, with both indoor seating and outdoor terrace.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cafe · All Ages
Specialty coffee and wine bar with house-made pastries in Amsterdam-West. Pink sofa with play corner creates child-friendly seating. Expertly brewed coffee paired with seasonal, organic food located near Rembrandtpark.
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.
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.
Restaurant · All Ages
Spanish and Latin fusion restaurant and bar next to Rembrandt Park. Outdoor terrace with plenty of seating and relaxed atmosphere, serving tapas, sharing dishes, and homemade desserts. Popular for post-exercise/playground coffee, social meetups, and casual dining. Small inside courtyard with toys.
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.
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.
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.
Swimming Pool · All Ages
Modern sports complex with multiple swimming pools including indoor competition pool, warm therapeutic pool (33°C), and outdoor paddling pool with waterslides. Offers swimming lessons for all ages, group fitness classes, and wellness facilities.
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.
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