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Trampoline Park · Ages 3–12
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.
Restaurant · All Ages
Hidden garden brunch spot tucked behind the Hermitage Museum in central Amsterdam. Sunlit glass-walled restaurant with a kids' corner and leafy terrace. Fresh organic dishes with edible flowers and homemade cakes—every meal supports job training for vulnerable adults.
Botanical Garden · Ages 3–12
Historic 17th-century botanical garden showcasing 6,000+ plant species across lush outdoor gardens and multiple greenhouses. Marvel at the Victorian palm house, tropical hothouse with three distinct climate zones, and a butterfly greenhouse with hundreds of free-flying butterflies. Interactive activities like winter bingo cards engage younger visitors while the serene atmosphere appeals to all ages.
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.
Playground · Ages 3–12
A hidden, community-run playground tucked behind a corridor off historic Oudeschans in the city centre. Large sandbox with high edges, climbing equipment, swings, slides, seesaw, nest swing, sand/water table, table tennis, and football field. Managed by volunteers and local residents with a welcoming atmosphere. Community cafe offers snacks and toilet access during opening hours and regularly hosts events and activities.
Music Lessons · Ages 0–6
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.
Science Museum · Ages 3–12
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.
Playground · Ages 3–12
Well-maintained, compact neighborhood playground tucked away on Lastageweg, featuring climbing structures, slides, mini-football pitch and open play space. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood in central Amsterdam, a hidden gem near Nieuwmarkt.
Natural History Museum · Ages 3–12
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 3–12
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.
Maritime Museum · All Ages
World-class maritime museum showcasing 500 years of Dutch naval history in a 1656 arsenal building. Explore interactive exhibits like Doris the Diver for young children and step aboard a life-size replica of the 17th-century East Indiaman Amsterdam ship. Modern multimedia galleries feature ship models, navigation instruments, and a 360-degree VR experience of historic Amsterdam harbor.
Immersive Experience · Ages 3–12
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.
Zoo · All Ages
One of Europe's oldest zoos dating to 1838, featuring over 700 animal species with natural enclosures and botanical gardens throughout. Interactive experiences include a Planetarium, Aquarium, Insectarium, Butterfly Pavilion, and two museums—Micropia (microbe museum) and ARTIS-Groote Museum exploring humanity's connection to nature. Several cafes and playgrounds throughout the grounds.
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 3–12
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 3–12
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.
Restaurant · All Ages
Modern European restaurant on the historic Marineterrein with waterside terrace overlooking NEMO Science Museum and Maritime Museum. Features play area on ground floor and basement-level game room for older kids (video games, pool table, foosball table). Kids' menu offered alongside international seasonal dishes.
Theatre · All Ages
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.
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.
Playground · All Ages
Playground in Oosterpark with 88m "Play Garland" structure situated on large sand pit. Little ones dig in the sand; bigger kids walk the elevated undulating walkway and bounce on swings and hammocks below.
Playgroup · Ages 0–6
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.
Nature Playground · Ages 0–6
Nature-inspired playground with sand, wooden play structures and climbing elements in a historic city park. Two play zones designed for different ages—a gentler area for younger children and a more challenging section for kids who can climb independently. Seasonal paddling pool nearby offers cooling off on warm days.
Playground · All Ages
Amsterdam's oldest playground featuring spacious, fully enclosed grounds with diverse equipment including seesaws, slides, swings for multiple ages, climbing frames, trampolines, sand pits and a functioning traffic circuit with bikes and scooters. Water elements cool children during hot days, with picnic tables, benches and a pancake house nearby.
Playground · Ages 3–6
A community herb garden tucked by the canal, where locals plant medicinal and culinary herbs. Zip line and small playground keep kids happily occupied while parents relax in shaded spots. Friendly, low-key, with the bonus of spotting colorful parakeets.
Paddling Pool · Ages 0–6
Shallow paddling pool in Oosterpark with mini fountain and slide, perfect for little swimmers just discovering water. Kiosk for snacks and toilet accessible during opening hours. Ample grassy areas for picnics.
Culture Museum · Ages 3–12
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 · All Ages
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.
Puppet Show · All Ages
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).
Playground · All Ages
Large, fenced playground with zipline, swings, bikes and a generous sandbox. Features a sports hall, football cage and grass field plus regular organized activities and playgroups offered by Dynamo.
Cafe · All Ages
A laid-back specialty coffee bar inspired by South African coffee culture with a homey atmosphere. Kids entertain themselves with small play corner while parents enjoy excellent coffee and freshly baked goods. Mix of indoor seating across two rooms and generous outdoor terrace overlooking Beukenplein.
Playground · Ages 3–6
A tree-lined park square with paved paths, grassy patches and a small playground tucked into the charming Jordaan neighborhood. Five bronze statues honor mid-20th-century Dutch musicians who sang heartfelt songs about everyday life in Amsterdam. Kids run around the small playground while adults linger on benches nearby, surrounded by cafes and the hum of local life.
Art Museum · All Ages
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.
Playground · All Ages
Picturesque neighborhood playground nestled between Amsterdam mansions and hidden behind the bustling Haarlemmerstraat. Features swings, sandbox, climbing structures, slides, and a basketball hoop, all surrounded by mature trees providing shade. Community-focused atmosphere with shared toys and a friendly vibe.
Restaurant · All Ages
Industrial warehouse restaurant/bar conversion on Amsterdam's creative Oostenburg island with a sprawling sun terrace overlooking water. Rustic warehouse aesthetic with quirky flea market finds and vintage cinema seating. Relaxed waterfront lounging with kids playing on sand "beach" next to picnic tables.
Nature Playground · All Ages
A compact urban park in the vibrant De Pijp neighbourhood featuring a traditional playground with climbing frames, slides and sandpit, plus a natural play forest ideal for 6-14 year olds. The park includes a picturesque pond surrounded by marsh plants, sports courts for basketball and volleyball, peaceful walking paths through lush greenery, and a historic monument. Much quieter and less crowded than Amsterdam's larger parks.
Playground · Ages 0–6
Small, fenced neighborhood playground tucked on a quiet side street near the lively Elandsgracht suitable for young children with sandbox, swing, climbing frame with slide, and plenty of communal bikes and toys.
Playground · Ages 3–6
Neighborhood playground near pyramid-shaped community center with climbing pyramid, swings, slides, and wooden boat. Includes a basketball court and sports enclosure where children can run around and burn energy.
Skatepark · Ages 3–12
A brand-new urban skatepark unveiled in May 2025 between three world-class museums. Features a versatile concrete layout with bowls, rails, ramps and street obstacles designed for all skill levels. Architecturally inspired by the Rijksmuseum and Amsterdam School, with 24-hour access and nearby cafes for post-session hangouts. Positioned between a small playground and sports field, making the area suitable for a wide age range.
Sports Field · Ages 3–12
One of Amsterdam's most iconic basketball courts with a legendary history dating back to 1954. Set beside the Rijksmuseum, the court draws serious players and casual athletes for casual pick-up games. Regular events like the 3x3 basketball tournament bring energized crowds to the iconic Museumplein.
Sensory Play Space · Ages 0–6
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.
Playground · All Ages
A neighborhood playground in Amsterdam's De Pijp district with multiple play facilities for children: swings, slides, climbing frames, sandpit. Sits alongside the Buurtgebouw HdK community building, which offers affordable food and drink plus regular programming. Adjacent sports facilities include a multicourt for tennis, football and basketball.
Playground · All Ages
Small playground tucked away in a quiet corner of De Pijp neighborhood. Features climbing structure, slide, rockers, swing, and colorful toadstools.
Film Museum · All Ages
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.
Playground · Ages 3–12
The historic playground of Theo Thijssen School, tucked into the heart of the Jordaan since 1947. Named after a beloved writer and educator, this is where generations of Amsterdam kids have run, played football, and made memories. Playground features a climbing structure suitable for a range of skill levels and small football pitch.
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.
Playground · Ages 0–6
A hidden playground tucked into the Jordaan with sandpit, climbing house, swings, other play equipment plus chicken coop and rabbit hutch where kids can watch (and sometimes feed) the animals cared for by volunteers. Picnic grass and a colorful mural brighten the quiet corner.
Restaurant · All Ages
Urban jungle oasis in Amsterdam's harbor district with lush greenery throughout, transforming a waterfront setting into an eco-conscious dining experience. Expansive terrace overlooks the IJ River with panoramic water views and passing cruise ships, covered in rain and heated in colder months. Sustainable restaurant serving world cuisine with French classics and modern twists, featuring many vegetarian and vegan options plus homemade juices, lemonades and cocktails. Kid friendly environment with toys, high chairs and changing table.
Playground · All Ages
Historic community playground in the heart of the Jordaan neighborhood with climbing castle, slides, swings, sandbox, and toy vehicles. A spacious enclosed play area with separate zones for younger and older children, alongside a football/basketball field for bigger kids. The on-site clubhouse hosts regular activities including art, music, dance, sports, and photography programs.
Kids Cafe · Ages 0–6
Vibrant indoor play café designed exclusively for babies and young children aged 0-6, featuring a ball pit, jungle gym, playhouse, and themed rooms. Parents relax with quality coffee and healthy food while children play safely. Located in the car-free, family-friendly Oostpoort shopping center.
Dance Classes · All Ages
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.
Restaurant · All Ages
Cosy British pub-café serving classic comfort foods including breakfast, brunch, Sunday roasts and fresh scones. Features an authentic English atmosphere with craft beers, ciders and carefully curated wines. Small, intimate space with outdoor seating available in a quiet Amsterdam East neighbourhood. Family-friendly with toys, books, highchairs.
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 supermarket, library, garage and train table. Serves healthy organic menu items for both children and adults: sandwiches, yogurt bowls, pancakes with fruit, and fresh juice. Bassinets available.
Children's Farm · All Ages
Hidden urban farm nestled in Amsterdam-South where children interact with farm animals including sheep, goats, rabbits, guinea pigs and pigs. Regular activities include pony riding on Wednesday afternoons, guided animal petting sessions throughout the week, and supervised craft workshops in the sheep shed every Wednesday. The farm features a native tree garden (heemtuin) with a small playground for climbing and play.
Skatepark · Ages 3–12
A legendary concrete bowl dedicated to skateboarding and BMX riding, set in a neighborhood park on the western edge of the Jordaan district. The 1.9–2.1 meter deep bowl features smooth concrete, metal coping, and mellow transitions accessible to riders of varying skill levels. Also includes a children's playground with a slide and basketball court within the park.
Playground · All Ages
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.
Gymnastics Classes · Ages 0–6
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 · All Ages
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.
Playground · All Ages
Award-winning pocket park with innovative sculptural play equipment designed by Carve and featuring iconic elevated "Speelslinger" that weaves high through the trees with three play towers: a 3D climbing structure and elevated trampoline and two rope/net towers with hammocks. Slides, swings, and sandpit for younger kids makes this playground a hit with kids of nearly all ages. Beautiful mature trees creating shaded retreat spaces.
Children's Farm · All Ages
A beloved volunteer-run children's farm in Amsterdam's Westelijke Eilanden offering direct contact with farm animals including rabbits, guinea pigs, pigs, goats, and sheep. Visitors can pet, brush, and feed the animals in this small cozy space. The site includes an adjacent playground and garden, with arts classes and special activities organized regularly.
Horse Riding · All Ages
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.
Sensory Classes · All Ages
Parent-child classes and play sessions for babies, toddlers, and older kids featuring music, movement, art, and sensory activities. Features a child-friendly Little Café where parents can relax with coffee while children play. Offers holiday camps, afterschool clubs, and birthday party packages.
Cafe · Ages 0–6
A hybrid children's concept store blending boutique shopping with a cozy in-store café and small play area. Curated selection of sustainable toys, premium children's clothing and gifts alongside baked goods, coffees and organic juices.
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).
Playgroup · Ages 0–6
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.
Sports Field · Ages 3–12
Full-size, enclosed sports field amid planters and plenty of bench seating. Small playground nearby, which features a climbing structure with slide, swings and splash pad with dancing fountains in summer months.
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).
Cafe · All Ages
A cozy, grandma-style breakfast and brunch cafe featuring homemade pancakes, French toast, and cakes made fresh daily. The eclectic interior bursts with nostalgic decor and quirky touches. Small children's play corner with books and toys.
Yoga / Mindfulness · All Ages
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.
Paddling Pool · Ages 0–6
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.
Restaurant · All Ages
Sustainable social restaurant with homemade vegetarian/vegan surprise menus using ingredients from their own food garden. Cozy, artsy space with recycled furniture where profits support community and green neighbourhood projects. Massive outdoor green space with toys and playground for kids to play while parents relax. Regular events including board games, sjoelen competitions, and local musician meet-ups.
Playground · Ages 0–6
Small playground for toddlers in Park Frankendael with sand box, slide, and playhouse. Situated next to a chimney with stork's nest perched on top, adding some animal-sighting fun.
Skatepark · Ages 3–12
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.
Playground · All Ages
Historic community playground association established in 1923 run by dedicated volunteers that maintains a safe outdoor play space and organizes diverse clubs and activities year-round. Playground features classic equipment: swings, slides, climbing frames, large sandpit. Adjacent basketball court and community center with affordable cafe and toilet access during opening hours.
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.
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.
Kids Cafe · Ages 0–6
A colorful concept store blending shopping and play—children can play in dedicated play area with a train set and other toys while parents browse clothing, toys, and interior items from over 200 international brands. An on-site café serves homemade breakfast, lunch, and cakes with.
Cafe · All Ages
Specialty coffee bar and café in Rivierenbuurt with sourdough and fresh pastries. Known for focaccia, pancakes, and excellent service from owner Mo and family-friendly atmosphere with bucket of toys to keep kids occupied. Spacious terrace and ample bicycle parking.
Immersive Experience · Ages 3–12
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.
Cafe · All Ages
Small outdoor coffee kiosk serving specialty coffee and tostis for grab-and-go orders. Located in a public square with water views and a small playground. Parents can enjoy their coffee on a bench in the sun while their kids play.
Playground · All Ages
Grand Café with large waterside terrace and adjacent fenced playground in the heart of Vondelpark, open since 1874. Kids can run, climb, swing, enjoy splash pad (summer only) while parents relax with coffee, wood-fired pizzas, or beer/cocktails. Menu includes pancakes and tostis for children.
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.
Playground · All Ages
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 · All Ages
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.
Playground · Ages 3–12
A reimagined urban playground combining climbing towers, slides, swings and a hammock forest on a large undulating surface. Features adjacent sports fields including a sunken skate-friendly soccer pitch and a multipurpose field that transforms into an ice rink in winter and splash pad in summer. The site includes a youth centre, cafe, and hosts weekly children's sports programming. Toilet available at cafe during opening hours.
Drama Classes · All Ages
Drama and dance classes led by professional theatre practitioners in English, 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 3–12
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.
Cafe · All Ages
Grand café with rooftop terrace and dedicated playground integrated into the Van Beuningenplein square. Menu spans small snacks, Spanish tapas, steaks and pancakes. Live music on Sunday evenings and monthly pub quiz events.
Yoga / Mindfulness · All Ages
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.
Paddling Pool · Ages 0–6
Shallow paddling pool nestled in Amsterdam's famous Vondelpark, perfect for toddlers to cool off on hot days. Colorful water features and nearby playground keep children engaged. Open May-September when temperature exceeds 20°C, with daily municipal cleaning and plenty of shade from mature trees.
Cooking Classes · All Ages
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.
Kids Cafe · Ages 0–6
Sustainable second-hand children's clothing shop combined with a cozy fair-trade coffee bar. Kids have fun in the play corner while parents browse clothing or enjoy homemade cakes. There is an outdoor garden area where children can play freely.
Paddling Pool · Ages 0–6
A shallow paddling pool for toddlers and babies that opens seasonally when temperatures exceed 20°C. Surrounded by green lawns and close to a nature playground with wooden play structures. Water is refreshed daily and there is usually supervision on site.
Gymnastics Classes · All Ages
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.
Theatre · All Ages
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.
Playground · All Ages
Neighbourhood playground with recently renovated equipment in Amsterdam's Watergraafsmeer district. Features multiple play structures including slides, sandbox, water play and climbing equipment, plus a sports field with basketball hoops. Community-run with playhouse hosting regular activities and craft sessions on weekends. Cafe and toilet available during opening hours.
Cinema · Ages 3–12
Independent cinema showcasing Dutch and international arthouse films, located within the Westergasfabriek cultural park. Family-friendly with Dutch-spoken kids' films, 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.
Playground · All Ages
An adventure playground featuring enormous wooden play structures resembling a spaceship, with swing ropes, shelters, pirate ships, tunnels and mountains of sand. Located between the Food Center Amsterdam and the waterfront in a peaceful, hilly sand environment.
Cafe · All Ages
Organic neighborhood shop and café serving the community. Sells biological fresh produce and natural products with attached café space. Games available, family-friendly park vibe.
Nature Playground · All Ages
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.
Immersive Experience · Ages 3–12
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.
Playground · Ages 0–6
Small playground associated with Westerpark's SamSam daycare with swings, slides, playhouse, monkeybars, climbing structures, and sandbox.
Playground · All Ages
A peaceful playground nestled within one of Amsterdam's quietest parks, with slides, swings, sandpit, and a cable car spanning water. The park blends nature seamlessly with play, featuring rolling lawns, an open-air swimming pool, and wildlife including herons and foxes. Nearby terraces and food vendors provide refreshment for families.
Children's Farm · All Ages
Urban farm nestled near Science Park where children interact closely with over 50 animals including goats, sheep, peacocks, rabbits, guinea pigs and honey bees. Kids can ride small bicycles, tricycles and toy tractors, explore a sandbox and play on multiple playgrounds. Parents relax with coffee and snacks at the on-site cantina while children experience farm life in the heart of Amsterdam.
Dance Classes · All Ages
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 · All Ages
All-day brunch café with cozy, retro-chic interior and warm atmosphere perfect for families. Serves vegetarian-focused menu with pancakes, eggs benedict, sandwiches and high-quality local ingredients. Small play area for children and friendly staff create an inviting, relaxed gathering spot.
Swimming Pool · All Ages
Amsterdam's iconic wave pool with a glass dome creates a tropical escape year-round. Multiple pools cater to all ages including shallow family areas, slides, and various water depths. Wellness facilities include saunas and steam baths alongside recreational swimming.
Nature Playground · All Ages
A sprawling 9,000-square-meter green playground built from the ground up with community input. Water features dominate the landscape — ziplines across the valley, stepping stones, a water mill, and a suspension bridge over the stream. Designed for every child to play together, including those using wheelchairs or with other disabilities, with ramps, accessible play equipment, and thoughtful details throughout.
Cafe · All Ages
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 0–6
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.
Cafe · All Ages
Seasonal kiosk housed in Beatrixpark's green pavilion, serving ice creams, iced lattes, toasties, coffee, and other snacks. Sits directly beside a free paddling pool that opens in warmer months and a playground with sandbox and climbing equipment. Doubles as the official park information point with public toilets.
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.
Swimming Pool · All Ages
Spacious outdoor swimming complex with an Olympic-size 50-metre pool for serious swimmers, a shallow kids' pool (40-150cm deep), and a wading pool for toddlers. Surrounded by 4 hectares of parkland with meadows for sunbathing, a large playground, and snack bar. Heated water to make it more comfortable for young swimmers.
Kids Cafe · All Ages
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.
Playground · All Ages
A vibrant neighborhood playground offering children various play structures and equipment suited to different ages. Features well-maintained facilities with swings, large sandpit, water table, climbing structures, bikes/scooters, and sloot pond for critter study. Parents can bring picnics and enjoy ample space while kids explore.
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.
Children's Farm · All Ages
A working children's farm in Amsterdam's Westerpark with goats, sheep, pigs, cows, ponies, rabbits, birds and exotic animals like an eagle owl and lizards. Children can pet and interact with the animals, explore the stables and meadows, and enjoy a small playground with pedal cars and bicycles. A cozy on-site cafe serves tea, coffee, juice and light snacks.
Skatepark · Ages 3–12
One of Amsterdam's most popular skateboarding plazas with a massive 3,000 m² concrete area. Features diverse obstacles including quarter pipes, banks, rails, ledges, and extensive flat ground—all with a super-smooth surface perfect for learners and experienced skaters alike. Known for its strong community vibe where skaters of all ages and backgrounds gather.
Restaurant · All Ages
Welcoming neighborhood gathering place with dedicated family-friendly spaces. Children's play corner with dress-up box, magic cabinet and wild water play area outside. Casual dining on long family tables with breakfast, lunch and dinner options plus daily rotating homemade dishes.
Cafe · All Ages
A cafe emphasizing fresh, organic, and plant-based food in a cozy 'living room' atmosphere. Known for coffee sourced transparently from Peruvian farmers, alongside breakfast, lunch, and high tea options. Located in the modern Houthavens neighborhood. Welcoming family atmosphere, kids menu options, high chairs, small play corner and kid-friendly touches like crayons.
Playground · All Ages
Sprawling outdoor terrace café nestled in Vondelpark's southernmost tip with adjacent large playground featuring sandbox and equipment for multiple ages. Self-service ordering of Dutch classics (bitterballen, pancakes), salads, sandwiches and ice cream; shaded seating with deck chairs and beach-like atmosphere decorated with torches and patio lights at night.
Swimming Pool · All Ages
Award-winning modern swimming complex in Amsterdam North with both indoor and outdoor pools. Features a distinctive wavy rain curtain design and serves multiple purposes from lap swimming to baby classes. Multiple pool temperatures, a Grand Café, and integrated into beautiful Noorderpark.
Playground · All Ages
Huge outdoor playground in the heart of Amsterdam West. Playground features several unique climbing structures suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities as well as swings, slides, and sand/water play area for younger kids. Nearby petting zoo (Wijkboerderij Wachterlied), Wachterliedpaviljoen community center and KIEM Lokaal for casual, family-friendly bites make this a destination you can easily turn into an all-day adventure.
Children's Farm · All Ages
A working farm in the green Wachterliedplantsoen where children discover farm animals including goats, sheep, and chickens alongside sustainable practices. Features vegetable gardens and durable facilities powered by solar energy and wind. Regular workshops and activities encourage hands-on learning about nature, water conservation, and circular economy.
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.
Nature Playground · Ages 3–12
Dig, climb, and wade through streams on themed islands laced with bridges, ziplines, and hand-powered ferries. Kids explore at their own pace—catching frogs, jumping between stumps under willow trees, sailing homemade rafts. A rare place where getting dirty is the whole point.
Restaurant · All Ages
All-day brunch café near Vondelpark serving fresh, seasonal dishes from eggs benedict to creative sandwiches. Features a dedicated play corner for children and spacious seating with a light, modern atmosphere. Social enterprise where all profits support training programs for vulnerable populations.
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.
Theatre · Ages 3–12
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.
Cafe · All Ages
A neighbourhood café inspired by Sydney's café culture, where good food and great coffee go hand in hand. Overlooking the largest skate-park of the Netherlands, with a dynamic urban vibe on the terrace. Features a kids corner in the cozy seating area alongside a community book swap.
Role-Play Village · All Ages
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.
Indoor Playground · All Ages
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.
Trampoline Park · All Ages
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.
Cooking Classes · Ages 3–12
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 3–12
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. Studio located underneath Salon West with flexible drop-in or block lesson options available.
Construction Playground · All Ages
Kids splash in streams, tackle water courses, and build wooden forts with real hammers and nails. Free admission, creative workshops, lush green space tucked by the canal. A rare "no rules" playground where messiness is the whole point.
Theatre · All Ages
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.
Cafe · All Ages
Erasmuspark café perfect for families who want to relax with coffee and snacks while kids play at the fenced playground or small indoor play corner. Serves fresh juices, smoothies, pastries, and specialty coffee. Erasmuspark hosts regular live music performances and seasonal events including Easter egg hunts and Koningsdag celebrations.
Boat Trip · All Ages
A 75-minute river cruise with unlimited all-you-can-eat Dutch pancakes (natural, apple, or bacon) served with abundant sweet and savoury toppings. Children enjoy a dedicated ball pit playroom below deck, while everyone takes in views of Amsterdam's IJ River and modern landmarks like the EYE Museum and A'DAM Tower. Fresh pancakes made throughout the cruise in a relaxed, casual atmosphere.
Restaurant · All Ages
Warehouse-turned-restaurant on the iconic NDSM shipyard with large play area full of toys and arcade games. Kids can play while parents enjoy Dutch and international cuisine, craft beers, and industrial-chic surroundings. Spacious mixed indoor-outdoor setting with terraces on the historic 100-year-old former shipbuilding site.
Train Ride · Ages 3–12
Step aboard beautifully restored vintage trams from early 20th-century Amsterdam, Vienna, Prague, and other European cities for a nostalgic 7-kilometer journey through the Amsterdamse Bos forest and to Amstelveen. The heritage tram runs on a former railway line along green parkland, with multiple stops where families can get off to explore attractions like the Climbing Forest or simply walk in nature. Weekend city tours also available departing from Dam Square, passing iconic Amsterdam landmarks.
Paddling Pool · Ages 0–6
A hidden gem paddling pool in the Bos en Lommer district of Amsterdam-West, designed by architect Ko Mulder. The shallow water is surrounded by sculptural artwork including a bronze fountain and a bright blue octopus with a mini slide. Well-maintained by the municipality with shade-providing trees and seasonal operation during warm weather months.
Playground · Ages 3–12
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.
Playground · All Ages
Free outdoor playground in a beautiful expansive park with swings, slides, and climbing equipment. Picnic tables and lawn seating available with multiple food vendors including pancake houses and snack bars. Area adjacent to snack bars has mostly paid rides (€1/token) and features bumper boats, mini cars, mini diggers, and a kid train. Nearby petting zoo with farm animals (chickens, goats, rabbits, donkeys).
Art Museum · Ages 3–12
World's largest street art and graffiti museum in an enormous 8,000m² former shipyard warehouse. Over 180 works by international artists, from established names like Keith Haring and Banksy to emerging talents, displayed on massive canvases grouped by themes. Children aged 6-12 get a free interactive treasure hunt to explore artworks at their own pace, plus free lockers for bags and a café with views from the panorama deck.
Playground · Ages 0–6
Fully-fenced neighborhood playground in Amsterdam West with traditional play equipment suitable for younger kids: wooden climbing structure, sandpit, slide, communal bikes and other toys. Mature cherry blossom trees provide shade with grassy areas and hammock for parents to relax while kids play.
Construction Playground · Ages 3–12
Build wooden huts, ride ponies and craft on a tree-filled island playground in Rembrandtpark. Seven ponies provide riding lessons on weekdays, and volunteers run extra crafts and cooking activities on Wednesdays, Saturdays and during school holidays. A treehouse, archery, water activities with paddle boats and a zip line over water for swimmers, and spaces for campfires invite hands-on adventure. Construction playground suitable for 4 and up; small fenced area for kids under 6 makes this location suitable for younger kids as well.
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.
Playground · All Ages
A friendly neighbourhood playground in Amsterdam Noord featuring hut-building area, zipline, sandpit, swings, and vegetable garden where children can play and explore nature. Lots of bike and trikes for kids to wheel around. Creative activities and supervised play programs run daily during school holidays, plus various seasonal events and workshops organised by the community.
Cafe · All Ages
Specialty coffee cafe with Flemish character and eclectic vintage decor. A dedicated children's area downstairs features miniature swivel chairs, chalkboards, and picture books. Dogs and families are welcomed; the relaxed owner allows outside food and sells Belgian pastries, banana bread, and croissants.
Train Ride · All Ages
Charming open-air miniature train that has been operating continuously through Amstelpark since 1972. A scenic 15-minute ride traversing the park's beautiful gardens, including the Rose Garden, Rhododendron Valley, and historic Riekermolen windmill. Vintage Porsche locomotives pull restored passenger cars in a nostalgic journey suitable for all ages.
Children's Farm · All Ages
The second-oldest children's farm in Amsterdam, set in beautiful Rembrandtpark with a variety of friendly farm animals including goats, sheep, pigs, ponies, donkeys, rabbits, chickens and cats. Wide playground with vehicles and slides, plus a terrace serving ice cream and drinks.
Children's Farm · All Ages
A volunteer-run city farm since 1975 with donkeys, pigs, goats, sheep, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds including peacocks, and a small children's playground. Visitors can hand-feed animals with purchased food and learn about farmyard life in a peaceful setting near the d'Admiraal windmill.
Minigolf · Ages 3–12
Two 18-hole grass courses with real golf elements like slopes, water hazards and sand bunkers set in beautiful Amstelpark. Wheelchair accessible, with shaded areas throughout. Sunny terrace serves pancakes, ice cream, poffertjes and drinks.
Indoor Playground · All Ages
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 · All Ages
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 · All Ages
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.
Skatepark · Ages 3–12
Netherlands' largest skatepark set in a sprawling 3.8-hectare sports park with bowls, street sections and flow areas. Beyond skating, the area features playgrounds for multiple age groups, sports courts for basketball and padel, a fitness track, and green recreational spaces. Striking white and blue tile artwork decorates the concrete throughout.
Playground · All Ages
An inclusive, wheelchair-friendly playground and community hub in the Gibraltarbuurt neighborhood offering play for all abilities in a safe, enclosed space. Features traditional playground equipment (climbing frame, swings, slide), wheelchair-accessible play structures (wheelchair swing, merry-go-round, accessible sandpit), and a toy shed. On-site café serves coffee, hot chocolate, Dutch pancakes, and affordable light meals.
Cafe · All Ages
Cozy specialty coffee house with a creative, artistic vibe and welcoming community atmosphere. Features toys, Nintendo gaming, and a resident cat; serves fresh pastries, sandwiches, and milkshakes alongside artisanal coffee. Outdoor terrace available when weather permits.
Music Lessons · All Ages
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 0–6
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
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.
Playground · Ages 3–12
A free outdoor playground in a quiet, child-friendly neighborhood in Amsterdam South. Features climbing structures, agility course equipment, and slides with recently refreshed landscaping. Located in a peaceful residential area with nearby schools and the scenic Schinkel waterway.
Cafe · All Ages
Community hub combining a cafe, yoga studio and creative arts space in Amsterdam's Overtoomse Veld neighbourhood. Home to Kinder Kunst Club art classes for children aged 5-14, held three times weekly, and various other programs aimed for young kids. Surrounded by garden beds and green outdoor spaces with a peaceful terrace.
Nature Playground · All Ages
A nature playground offering space for exploration and play in a natural setting. Located near water with green surroundings. Play equipment with climbing structures/net, sand digging area, obstacle course, slides, swings.
Gymnastics Classes · All Ages
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.
Botanical Garden · All Ages
A varied botanical garden with outdoor spaces and greenhouse complex featuring a large collection of trees and permanent plants. Main pathways are wheelchair accessible, with an indoor disabled toilet available.
Playground · Ages 0–6
Quiet neighborhood playground along a canal with wooden climbing structure and nets, slide, swings (including baby swing), and padded astroturf surface suitable for the youngest explorers. Ample shade with benches and green space surrounding making it a safe and relaxing place for parents and kids.
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 0–6
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.
Indoor Playground · All Ages
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.
Trampoline Park · All Ages
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.
Paddling Pool · All Ages
Large, shallow paddling pool suitable for toddlers and preschoolers. Free to visit with children's toilet available for use. Large lawn gives ample room for parents to relax while their kids play. Open seasonally during warm-weather months, typically May through September.
Dance Classes · All Ages
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.
Playground · All Ages
A hidden gem in Amsterdam Noord where kids meet chickens, goats, rabbits and sheep among wild greenery. Build huts from branches, play in mud kitchens, make music on a water organ, discover nature at their own pace. A calm pocket of green where parents sip free coffee and tea while the world feels far away.
Restaurant · All Ages
A relaxed beachside restaurant and café along the Sloterplas lake with spacious terrace and sandy beach areas. The venue is kid-friendly with toys and play spaces, offering European and international cuisine with menu options for children. Multiple indoor and outdoor terraces provide flexible seating, including rooftop views.
Playground · Ages 3–12
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.
Children's Farm · All Ages
A petting zoo in Sloterpark offering hands-on interaction with goats, pigs, alpacas, ponies, sheep, chickens and exotic birds. Children can pet animals and play freely on the farm's lawn, with an adjoining nature playground featuring climbing structures and water features.
Butterfly House · Ages 3–12
A public 800-square-meter butterfly garden in Amsterdam-Noord where visitors stroll among native Dutch butterfly species and learn habitat creation. Interactive expedition trailer filled with observation equipment, books and posters doubles as an indoor educational hub. Chrysalis house allows visitors to watch caterpillar metamorphosis, with opportunities to release butterflies.
Restaurant · All Ages
Urban farm-to-table restaurant with kids menu, playroom, and adjacent nature playground where kids can explore. Dishes are prepared using 'poffing' – a traditional high-heat cooking process – with mostly vegetarian, vegan and some meat options made from locally grown ingredients sourced from the adjacent NoordOogst agricultural project. Large terrace overlooks vineyards, and the on-site brewery produces beer served at the restaurant.
Nature Playground · Ages 3–12
Nature-immersive playground combining water play, climbing structures, and educational zones with the natural landscape of Sloterpark. Features wooden play equipment, floating platforms and tree-trunk elements, plus a small adjacent farm where children interact with animals. On-site café serves snacks and drinks at reasonable prices.
Children's Farm · All Ages
An open-access urban farm combining sustainable agriculture with play and discovery. Features a challenging nature playground with climbing structures, water play with stepping stones and waterfalls, sandpit, and lookout tower overlooking animal enclosures with pigs and chickens. Farm-to-table restaurants and cafes serve locally-produced food, plus shops selling fresh vegetables, artisanal products and coffee.
Playground · Ages 0–6
Small, sandy playground on Haveneiland for younger kids with swings and slide. Adjacent to community gardens with raised planters and picnic tables.
Cafe · All Ages
Community café and nature education hub nestled in the beautiful Sloterpark, where homemade pastries, organic soups, and garden-fresh ingredients meet hands-on nature learning. Family events and workshops run year-round, from craft activities and music-making to cooking classes using produce from the on-site vegetable garden. Accessible by bike, stroller, or public transit, with nearby nature playground featuring climbing trees, water play, and educational zones about local flora and fauna.
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. Open-air, genuine, and a true heart of the IJburg community. Adjacent small playground with swings and fenced-in toddler zone with wooden ship.
Indoor Playground · All Ages
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 · All Ages
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 · All Ages
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.
Children's Farm · All Ages
A beloved neighborhood farm and meeting place in the Bijlmer. Home to goats, rabbits, pigs, chickens and ponies alongside a large playground. The on-site Gansi pancake restaurant serves pannenkoeken, snacks and Surinamese dishes.
Nature Playground · Ages 3–12
Nature playground adjacent to IJburg's Jonas building with rope bridges, balance beams, and wooden obstacle course over water.
Skatepark · Ages 3–12
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.
Playground · All Ages
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.
Pancake House · All Ages
Historic 1857 farm within Amsterdamse Bos forest, combining a pancake restaurant with outdoor animal interactions and children's playground. Kids can observe deer, peacocks, goats, and horses while parents relax on the terrace; farm has both indoor and outdoor seating. Wide menu of sweet and savory Dutch pancakes plus sandwiches, soups, and salads.
Children's Farm · All Ages
Amsterdam's largest children's farm with farm animals roaming freely including baby goats, pigs, donkeys and bunnies. Extensive playground and open-air seating with canteen serving ice cream, snacks and refreshments. Educational focus with special events around holidays like Easter and Animals Day.
Indoor Playground · All Ages
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.
Indoor Playground · All Ages
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.
Holiday Camp · Ages 3–12
A magical 2.5-acre private nature reserve in Amsterdam's Oud-Osdorp district where kids explore an enclosed forest through fantasy storytelling. Nature camps and clubs feature immersive weekly stories guiding adventures with activities including pony riding, aerial play, farm visits, and free exploration with experienced counselors. The site includes forest and garden areas, a geodesic dome, a tipi, and experimental spaces designed for safe outdoor immersion.
Children's Farm · All Ages
A working children's farm nestled in Amsterdam Zuidoost's green Gaasperdam central park, home to cows, pigs, donkeys, peacocks, goats, sheep, chickens and rabbits. Kids can hand-feed and help care for animals, explore nature, play at the playground, and participate in seasonal events like the sheep-shearing festival. Sells simple refreshments including homemade eggs, and features a thrift shop and regular fleamarkets.
Pick-Your-Own Farm · Ages 3–12
Organic orchard where visitors pick their own fruit—apples, pears, berries, plums—straight from trees and bushes. Free-range chickens lay eggs scattered across the premises that children can collect. On-site garden café with homemade apple pie, organic shop, and playground activities including pallet mazes and tunnel trails.
Indoor Playground · All Ages
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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