26 fun things to do in Amsterdam with kids aged 6 and up

Looking for fun things to do in Amsterdam with kids aged 6 and up? Good news: there's so much to do, experience, and see in the city for kids. Rain or shine, you'll find both the best indoor activities and the most exciting outdoor outings here. From trampoline parks to canoeing through the canals and from science museums to street art scavenger hunts, this list is packed with inspiration for an afternoon, weekend, or holiday in your own city. Read on to discover the best things to do in Amsterdam with kids aged 6 and up. Have fun!

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱!

I've rounded up a complete list with the coziest and most festive Christmas markets in Amsterdam you don't want to miss this year. Think twinkling lights, mulled wine, food stalls, live music, unique gifts and lots of Christmas vibes all December long.

Whether you're planning a festive day with the fam or friends, or just want to soak up that holiday spirit. These are the markets in Amsterdam to put on your calendar now. 🎄✨

𝘿𝙧𝙤𝙥 “𝘾𝙃𝙍𝙄𝙎𝙏𝙈𝘼𝙎𝙈𝘼𝙍𝙆𝙀𝙏” 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄'𝙡𝙡 𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝙔𝙇𝘽𝘽-𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙩𝙨.

Send this list to your festive partner-in-crime, grab a hot chocolate (or mulled wine 😉), and have fun!

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#yourlittleblackbook #christmasinamsterdam #amsterdammarkets #christmasmarkets #amsterdamguide thingstodoinamsterdam winterinthenetherlands festiveseason christmasvibes marketlovers amsterdamtips

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HOME ALONE 4 INCOMING 😅 My trip to NYC ends in a bad (Christmas) movie when the hotel gives my carry-on luggage with passport to an old lady who doesn't realize this and checks the luggage on a flight to the UK!

Now I'm stuck here in NY without a passport, and I missed my flight.

I've experienced a lot in all the years I've been traveling for Your Little Black Book, but this is a first 😅.

This chat video is purely therapeutic in nature 🤣🤣🤣. Because really: HOW?! 🫢

Note to self: it's better to carry your passport all day, instead of leaving it "safely" in the hotel, apparently... and from now on, attach suitcases with cables in the storage room. Even if you're staying in a luxurious and expensive hotel, everything is still done by humans.

Now I'm stuck in one of the world's coolest cities, but of course I just want to be home with Manuel, as planned. 😔

To be continued 🧳✈️

And thanks for all the sweet DMs ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Anne

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𝟳𝘅 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗮𝗿 𝗷𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 ...�� 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝘄

How cool is this? There are places in the Netherlands where you can cut down your own Christmas tree! You don't hear about it very often, even though it's quite common in America (where I'm currently!).

Good to know: some of these places in the Netherlands are only open for a few days a year and you have to reserve a time slot.

💬 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 “𝗞𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗧𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗠” and I will send you the article with all the details and dates in your DM.

Have fun!

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And do you also have a nice garden?

I want to thank you for your patience and help. 𝟳-𝗷𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲!

This time we went to @williams.farmhouse, one of my favorite lunch spots in Amsterdam Oud-Zuid. But is it also fun during the day with kids?

We ordered a 'plain' version of the Farmhouse burger 🍔: yes, really just meat + cheese 🤣… and together with the fries it was a mega success.

Happy child, happy us... and it was such a cozy, rainy afternoon. I mean, this interior makes me dream of the Cotswolds again!

Do you have a favorite 𝗸𝗶𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 in Amsterdam or the Netherlands?

Let me know in the comments, I'll collect everything for the next 𝗞𝗜𝗗𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗘𝗙!

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

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So happy to finally share this! @lefoodwalk is back this winter with four themed walks during the Amsterdam Light Festival, from November 27th to January 18th.

Perfect for a day out with friends, a date, colleagues, or family. From a Street Food Walk to an Oyster Walk, and from cocktails to an old-school Amsterdam drinks walk.

The Le Foodwalk team has listened to you and there is a different experience to book almost every day.

Tickets (which are even cheaper than last year 🔥) are now live! I've put a link in my bio.

I have a nice garden and a beautiful garden 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Thurs-Sat
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗱: 4 bites + Amsterdam Light Festival app (worth €6,99)
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽:
⦁ @weareedn_amsterdam ⦁ @caferestaurantdebazel ⦁ @soulkitchen_amsterdam ⦁ @blackandblue_reguliers
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: €43,50

𝗢𝗬𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Thurs-Sat
Package: 4 x 2 oysters + Amsterdam Light Festival app (worth €6,99)
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽:
⦁ Soulkitchen ⦁ De Bazel ⦁ @bellyofthebeastbar ⦁ @vermeerswijnkamer
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: €43,50

𝗖𝗢𝗖𝗞𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Wed-Sat
Included: 3 cocktails (also 0.0%) + Amsterdam Light Festival app (worth €6,99)
𝗖𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗯𝗮𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽:
⦁ @feijoaamsterdam⦁ @lottisamsterdam ⦁ Belly of the Beast
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: €35,50

𝗔𝗠𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗠 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Sun-Wed
Included: 3 Dutch drinks & 3 Dutch bar snacks + @amsterdamlightfestival app (worth €6,99)
𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽:
⦁ @hetkarbeel ⦁ @proeflokaalvanwees ⦁ @beertemple_amsterdam
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: €33,50

Who do you want to do a Foodwalk with this winter?

𝙇𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙞𝙤 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙧 𝙫𝙞𝙖 𝙒𝙒𝙒.𝙇𝙀𝙁𝙊𝙊𝘿𝙒𝘼𝙇𝙆.𝘾𝙊𝙈.

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@anne_de_buck

#lightfestival #lefoodwalk #amsterdamlightfestival #amsterdamfoodguide #amsterdamfood #amsterdambynight #canalview

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I have a nice garden in my garden and 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 🎅🏼

The countdown to Christmas has officially begun, and I can tell you: this list will instantly get you in the holiday spirit. 🎄

📍In this new video, I've listed the most beautiful Christmas markets and winter fairs in the Netherlands, from Maastricht to The Hague.

Whether you're in the mood for mulled wine, raclette, Christmas carols, ice skating with your besties, or planning a cozy weekend getaway in December, now's the time to block your calendar.

Send the tips to your Christmas date ❤️ and comment "CHRISTMAS MARKET" to receive a link to ALL the Christmas market shortlists on Your Little Black Book.

Let the Christmas fun begin!

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

#yourlittleblackbook #kerstmarktnederland #kerstuitje #winterfair #kerst2025 #weekendtips #thingstodointhenetherlands #magischmaastricht #royalchristmasfair #kerstmarktamsterdam #winterinthenetherlands #kerstvibes #yourlbb #kerstmarkt #christmasmarket

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I have a nice garden – I have a nice garden in my garden

Did you know Bangkok holds a special place in my heart? 💛 If I were ever to live anywhere other than Amsterdam, it would be there. Right now, I'm seriously homesick, and I even have a ticket option open on another screen ☺️. Fun fact: I even got married in Thailand!

Bangkok is one of those cities where you can return so many times and still discover something new every time.

In this mini-guide, I share some of my favorite neighborhood hotspots—from fun neighborhoods and coffee spots to ultimate hotels, street food, and night markets.

The list could easily have 200 tips, but this is a good start!

📍 Prepare your next trip to Thailand with our travel guide & luxury travel planner for your next trip to Thailand.

𝗡𝗘𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗗𝗦
⦁ Talad Noi – creative, raw & surprising
⦁ Songwat & Chinatown – street food heaven
⦁ Ekkamai – laid-back & trendy
⦁ Ari – boutiques & brunch
⦁ Bang Rak – culture meets cool

𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗦 & 𝗖𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗘
⦁ Charmkrung – trendy restaurant in an old shophouse
⦁ Hong Sieng Kong – riverside coffee spot
⦁ Potong – fine dining in Chinatown
⦁ Baan Rim Naam – cocktails during sundown
⦁ Ann Guay Tiew Kua Gai – comfort noodles, Bangkok style

**Illegible**
⦁ Four Seasons – ultimate luxury
⦁ Mustang Blue – unique & arty
⦁ ASAI – affordable boutique
⦁ The Standard – design & rooftop pool
⦁ Anantara Riverside – riverside resort vibes

I & I
⦁ Sundown on the Chao Phraya River = magical
⦁ Cycle through the city with Co van Kessel
⦁ Big Buddha – new must-see
⦁ Eat street on Banthat Thong Road – local favorite
⦁ What Saket at golden hour – view!

(𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧) 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦
⦁ Yaowarat – food, food, food
⦁ Sampheng Market – for your best finds
⦁ ChangChui – creative chaos
⦁ Asiatique – family fun night market on the river
⦁ Train Night Market – vintage & food

📌 Save this guide so you have it with you when you go to Bangkok
💌 Send it to that friend you're making Thailand plans with

Have you ever been to Bangkok?

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Amsterdam, get your skates ready — ice skating season has officially begun! ⛸️

The first rinks, like @skabaanmuseumplein, are opening this weekend and we are so ready for it.

I already planned a mom & son date — that's how excited we are to hit the ice. 💙

This year, there are some new links to discover across the city too. And who knows... maybe we'll even get lucky with natural ice again. Until then, these are the 7 best ice skating rinks in Amsterdam you don't want to miss.

Whether you're planning a festive date, a day with friends, or skating with the kids — this guide has you covered.

📍All details are in the Amsterdam Ice Skating Listicle on Your Little Black Book (link in bio).

Send this to your skating buddy and start planning your first winter weekend on ice! ❄️

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

#yourlittleblackbook #yourlbb #amsterdamwinter #iceskatinginamsterdam #amsterdamchristmas #thingstodoinamsterdam #amsterdamguide #winterinthenetherlands #amsterdamlife #cityguide #amsterdamcheck #wintervibes #travelamsterdam #weekendinams #holidayseason #skating

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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗧𝗼 𝗗𝗼 (𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟯, 𝟭𝟰, 𝟭𝟱 & 𝟭𝟲)

Another cozy November weekend in Amsterdam is here — and the city's buzzing with festive fun, winter vibes, and new openings.

Think: the return of ice skating at Museumplein, vintage treasure hunting in Noord, Sinterklaas magic at Muiderslot, and cocktail week collabs between top chefs and bartenders.

From fondue nights, film festivals, and Sunday markets — I've listed 31+ tips on Your Little Black Book.

Here's your WEEKEND shortlist:

MARKETS & CULTURE
– Nov 15 & 16: IJ-hallen – Europe's biggest flea market in Amsterdam-Noord @ijhallen
– Nov 16: Sunday Museum Market on Museumplein (grab a bite from Mr Brasa!)
– Nov 13–23: IDFA 2025 – hundreds of documentaries across the city's best cinemas @idfafestival

DRINKS & EVENTS
– Every Thursday this winter: Cheese fondue night at Badhuis Javaplein (€26 pp with unlimited crudités & bread). @badhuis.ams
– Save the date! Nov 17–23: Woodford Old Fashioned Week — 10+ cocktail bars, 3 top chef x bartender collabs @woodfordreserve @sidney_schutte @florisvstraalen @dirkmooren

NEW SPOTS
– Café Bica on Weesperzijde – coffee hotspot from the Bam Boa team @cafebica.ams
– Petit Charcuterie on Singel – perfect for bites, drinks & brioche sandwiches @petit.charcuterie.singel

FAMILY & FESTIVE FUN
– Nov 15: Ice skating season officially opens at Museumplein ⛸️ @iceamsterdam
– Nov 16: Sinterklaas parade sails into Amsterdam via the Amstel 🎁
– Nov 16 – Dec 5: Sinterklaas at Muiderslot (meet the Sint in person on Nov 22–23 & 29–30) @muiderslot

Want all 31 tips?

Comment 'WEEKEND' and I'll DM you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide — or check the link in bio.

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#yourlittleblackbook #AmsterdamWeekendGuide #AmsterdamTips #ThingstoDoAmsterdam #AmsterdamEvents #AmsterdamMarkets #AmsterdamRestaurants #WinterInAmsterdam #SinterklaasAmsterdam #IDFA2025 #WoodfordOldFashionedWeek

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𝟱 𝘅𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘂𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗯𝗯𝗲𝗻.

From new hotspots to low spots and from hand-pulled noodles to an intimate Mediterranean bistro, I've listed 5 new favorite restaurants for you that you definitely want to try.

Save this guide for your next dinner date 🍽️

📍 Orchid House (East)
Vibe: all-day dining at Oosterpark, family-friendly and good vibes.
Must orders: ceviche, angel hair pasta with sea urchin and picanha.
@orchidhouse.ams

📍 Omri (The Pipe)
Vibe: Small and cozy corner space with a warm interior and dimmed lighting. Perfect for a date night.
Must orders: the dolmas and lamb shawarma tostada with watermelon.
@omri_amsterdam

📍 Chingu (The Pipe)
Vibe: Mainly focused on takeaway, but trust me: you'll want to go out of your way for these Taiwanese rice balls.
Must orders: Jumeok Bap with king crab or mayak egg, so delicious.
@chinguamsterdam

📍 Leonardo's Ravioli Bar (De Pijp)
Vibe: Italian bistro full of cozy nooks in the always lively Pijp neighborhood. Now also open for lunch on weekends.
Must-have orders: as many as possible. And share everything. I can be brief about that.
@leonardosraviolibar

📍 Yellow River Handpulled Noodles (Center)
Vibe: like stepping into a Chinese canteen. You order at the kiosk and wait for your number to be called.
Must-try orders: choose your favorite thickness of noodles + the minced meat noodles. The dumplings are also definitely worth trying.
@yellowrivernoodles

Please let us know where you're going first.

Or where you recently had the best meal, I'm curious!

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

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The most beautiful Christmas displays at garden centers throughout the Netherlands are now open! 🎄

Only seven more weekends until Christmas... and this cozy and free Christmas outing is perfect for getting into the holiday spirit. Trust me, I've been there myself ;-).

Do you have a favorite that's not in this video? Let me know in the comments! You can also find the complete list of 30 tips via the link in my bio ✨.

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

#Christmasshows #Christmasshow2025 #Christmasdecoration #Christmasinspiration #gardencenter #weekendtip #thingstodo #discovertheNetherlands #winterouting #cozyoutings #Christmasholiday #Christmasfeeling #Christmasmarkets #Decembertips

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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗧𝗼 𝗗𝗼 (𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟲, 𝟳, 𝟴 & 𝟵)

Another cozy fall weekend in the city is coming up — and there's so much to do again.

Think: vintage markets, wine bars, free entrance at ARTIS, and a new ravioli bar that just started doing lunch.

From flea market finds to silk flower bouquets and Marseille-style bouillabaisse Sundays… this weekend's got it all and I got 45 tips listed on Your Little Black Book.

Here's your WEEKEND shortlist:

𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦 & 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚
– The last QRU Flea Market of the year (70+ sellers under the tracks)
– Indoor treasure hunting at De Hallen Market on Saturday
– Build your own silk flower bouquet at the Atelier Verden Pop-up on Prinsengracht

𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗙𝗨𝗡
– Free entry for kids (up to 12) at ARTIS Zoo on Nov 8 & 9

𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦
– Café Vita Lente just opened in West — from the former Coulisse team
– Leonardo's Ravioli Bar now open for lunch on weekends
– Café Modern's Sunday Special in Noord: vintage tableware, vinyl & bouillabaisse

Want all 45 tips?
Comment 'WEEKEND' and I'll send the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide straight to your DM — or check the link in bio.

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

#yourlittleblackbook #AmsterdamWeekendGuide #AmsterdamTips #AmsterdamMarkets #WeekendInAmsterdam #ThingstoDoAmsterdam #AmsterdamRestaurants #VintageAmsterdam #CityGuide #FallInAmsterdam

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26 fun things to do in Amsterdam with kids aged 6 and up

Swing on the A'DAM Tower

For true daredevils! On the roof of the A'DAM Tower in Amsterdam Noord, you'll soar on Europe's highest swing, feet free above the city. After your adrenaline rush, relax on the roof terrace and gaze out over Amsterdam together. Play a game of "I spy" or test your kids' knowledge: will they recognize the Rijksmuseum, the Johan Cruijff Arena, or perhaps even your own neighborhood? Note: the minimum height is 120 cm.
IJpromenade 4, Amsterdam

This is Holland

In this 5D flight simulator, you'll literally fly over the Netherlands, complete with wind, scents, and movement. During the flight, you'll see images of our UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as Amsterdam's canal district, the Wadden Sea, and countless windmills. Less touristy than you might think, and so spectacular that even teenagers will be impressed.
Overhoeksplein 51, Amsterdam 

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Pannenkoekenboot

Eating with a view? On the Pannenkoekenboot Cruise across the IJ River for 75 minutes while enjoying unlimited pancakes. Kids can have fun in the play corner while you help yourself to another pancake. A delightful outing that will delight everyone on board, especially if you snag a window table!
Ms. van Riemsdijkweg 33, Amsterdam 

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Climbing Forest Fun Forest in the Amsterdamse Bos

Climbing and clambering through the treetops? At the Amsterdamse Bos Climbing Forest, children as tall as 110 cm (approximately 6 years old) can enjoy it. For slightly older children, there are also more challenging courses with a bit more action, starting at 113 cm. Think ziplines, rope bridges, and high-altitude climbing routes.
Bosbaanweg 3, Amstelveen – funforest.nl

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Go on a treasure hunt in the Palace on Dam Square

A visit to the Palace should be on every child's bucket list! Did you know that kids up to 18 years old can visit all year round? free admission to the Palace Can you, including a fun audio tour? For younger children, there's the Prince Louis treasure hunt. For older children, there's an exciting search for the stolen peace branch. As a reward, there's a fun surprise waiting at the end of the tour to take home! 

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Prince Louis (ages 5-8): Children are guided on this tour by Prince Louis, son of King Louis Napoleon. He tells them about the building and how his father transformed Amsterdam City Hall into a palace in 1808. Each child also participates in a sticker scavenger hunt with this audio tour.

Jacob's Adventure (ages 9-12): This interactive audio tour takes you back 350 years. Something terrible has happened… the peace branch has been stolen! Who did it and why? Join Jacob on this adventure. Along the way, you'll discover all sorts of things about the building's art and history.

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Children's Escape Room/VR games

Amsterdam also boasts exciting escape rooms for young detectives. Several locations offer specially adapted games for kids aged six and up, with customized puzzles and guidance where needed. For example, at The Park Playground, you can play a mysterious VR game like Mask of the Pharaoh.

Rent a duo canoe at Amsterdamse Bos or Sloterplas

Fancy a bit of adventure on the water? Rent a tandem canoe and discover the joy of paddling together through the city and the countryside. In places like Sloterplas Lake or the Amsterdamse Bos, you'll glide among the greenery, hear birdsong, and perhaps even spot some charming fish alongside the canoe. Or take a tour of the canals and explore the city from the water. 7 fun places to canoe in Amsterdam >>

Trampoline park

Want to get rid of all that energy? Amsterdam has several indoor trampoline parks where kids can have a blast. At places like Jumpsquare, Bounz, or Fun Center, they can bounce from trampoline to trampoline, play a game of dodgeball, dive into the foam pit, or practice somersaults on the tumbling track. Perfect for a rainy afternoon or as an active outing with friends.

Arcades in Amsterdam

By visiting an arcade every now and then, we have managed to keep the game console out of the house now that my son is a little older. Check out the shortlist of fun arcades in Amsterdam for slightly older kids >>

 | TIP: At IJver on the NDSM wharf, they not only have a play corner for the little ones, but the arcade machines are a real treat for kids aged 6 and up! 

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Skate parks in Amsterdam

For kids with a skateboard, scooter, or skates, Amsterdam offers plenty of places to practice and learn tricks. Popular parks in Amsterdam include Olympiaplein and Zeeburgereiland. Does your child really want to learn? Through This is Soul, you can book skating lessons at various locations throughout the city. Perfect for kids who want to learn some extra tricks or are just starting out.

GlowGolf/minigolf Amsterdam

Fancy a game of mini golf? GlowGolf is available in bad weather Aloha A super fun indoor alternative: you play under blacklight on fluorescent courses full of glowing obstacles. Prefer to go outside? In good weather, the mini golf course in Amstelpark is highly recommended. Make it a fun competition: who can get the ball in the fewest strokes?

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Kinderkookkafé

Does your child always join in the fun when you start cooking? At the Kinderkookkafé, they can do it all themselves. Kids cook their own meals, set the table, and then serve it together. Fun and educational! Tip: Every first Saturday of the month, there's an Open Dinner for kids. Reservations are recommended, as it's often full.
Vondelpark 6B, Amsterdam – kinderkookkafe.nl

Tony's Chocolonely Superstore

Calling all chocoholics! In the heart of Amsterdam, you'll find Tony's Chocolonely Superstore, where everything revolves around chocolate. You can, of course, choose your favorite bar (and eat it right away by the canal), but the best part? Design your own bar. Choose your favorite flavor, add ingredients like crackling chocolate or disco dip, and take home a uniquely packaged one. We bet your kids will be incredibly proud of their creation!
Oudebrugsteeg 15, Amsterdam – tonyschocolonely.com

STREET Street art Museum

Looking for a museum where your children won't be bored? STREET at the NDSM wharf In Amsterdam, street art is the shining centerpiece. This impressive hall—one of the largest street art museums in the world—is packed with colorful murals, graffiti, and installations that are sure to appeal to younger visitors as well. The scavenger hunt makes it extra fun and interactive for kids, and in the creative workshop space, they can get creative themselves if you book one of the workshops. Perfect for a day out that's a little different from your standard museum visit. Children under 12 are admitted free.

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SoundLAB at Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ

For children who love music, the SoundLAB is a real treat. Here, they discover how to make music with the most unexpected instruments, from bicycle wheels to tubes and everything in between. By experimenting with sound, they learn how sounds are created, and if they succeed, they might even compose their own piece of music. 
Piet Heinkade 1, Amsterdam – muziekgebouw.nl

Artis

One of our favorite places to go in Amsterdam! In Artis You can not only admire animals up close, but also play in the large playground, attend the penguin feeding, or search for the lions in their new enclosure. Among the giraffes, monkeys, and butterflies, there's always something to discover.
Plantation Kerklaan 38, Amsterdam 

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Micropia (next to Artis)

The wonderful world of invisible life comes to life at MicropiaIn this unique museum, children discover all about bacteria, viruses, and microbes that live all around us and inside us. They explore under a microscope, through interactive installations, and with their own bacteria passport. 
Plantation Kerklaan, Amsterdam 

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| TIP: View more tips for child-friendly museums in Amsterdam here >>

NEMO Science Museum

See, do and discover: at NEMO Everything is touchable. Children experiment with watercourses, electricity, and chain reactions, and learn about science and technology through play. The entire museum feels like an interactive play paradise for curious minds. On warm days, the free rooftop terrace with its water play area is a favorite. During school holidays, there are often extra workshops, so check the schedule in advance for even more fun for the kids.
Oosterdok 2, Amsterdam 

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WONDR Experience

Welcome to a colorful paradise full of slides, ball pits, discos, and giant teddy bears. At this Instagram-worthy museum, kids can wander from one pink room to the next, jump into a bath full of marshmallows, or take a dip in the glitter shower. Everything is perfectly styled, and kids can entertain themselves for hours. MIRACLE.
Meeuwenlaan 88, Amsterdam 

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The Upside Down Museum

Enter the fantasy world of The Upside Down, where nothing is quite what it seems. In this interactive museum, you'll discover 25 different settings full of surprising elements, illusions, and colorful spaces. Everything is literally upside down, perfect for imaginative children and parents who secretly love a good photo.
Europaboulevard 5, Amsterdam 

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Ripley's Believe It or Not

For curious kids who love crazy facts and visual tricks, Ripley's A feast for the eyes. In this cabinet of curiosities, you'll discover bizarre stories, rare objects, and meet remarkable people from history. Come face-to-face with the tallest man in the world, walk through the Netherlands' only Space Tunnel, and challenge your mind with optical illusions and interactive mind games.
Dam 21, Amsterdam

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Child-friendly boat tour with Blue Boat Company

Taking a boat trip with the kids? Hop aboard the Blue Boat Company Kids Cruise. Children receive their own audio tour with Sjonnie the Amsterdam Mouse, a booklet with activities, crayons, and pirate binoculars. During the trip, they'll sail along in search of freshwater pirates, while you listen to the regular guide. At the end, each child receives a captain's diploma. 
Stadhouderskade 501, Amsterdam – blueboat.nl

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Disco swimming at the Miranda pool

Swimming, but with a party! During disco swimming, the pool transforms into a mini-club with light shows, music, and of course, plenty of water fun. Every last Friday of the month, you can dance to the beats of DJ Ruben at De Mirandabad in Amsterdam.
Mirandalaan 9, Amsterdam – zwembad-amsterdam.nl

With the kids to the playground

Fancy some fun outside? Amsterdam has plenty of nice playgrounds Where children can enjoy themselves for hours, from small neighborhood playgrounds to large natural playgrounds with water and climbing frames. Read all about the best playgrounds in Amsterdam per district here >> Is it raining? No problem! Then just dive into one of the indoor playgrounds Where they can climb, slide, and clamber while you enjoy a cup of coffee. A simple, yet always successful activity.

Picking flowers in a picking garden

Take the kids to a pick-your-own garden and create a colorful bouquet. With scissors and a basket, they can pick their own favorite flowers—the most beautiful blooms in season. It's fun for a sunny afternoon outdoors, and extra proud when the finished product arrives at home. Check out the best pick-your-own gardens around Amsterdam here >>

Picking apples and pears

Did you know that at the end of summer you can also pick your own apples or pears near Amsterdam? It's just as fun and delicious to take home. Check out our list of the best apple orchards near Amsterdam to discover where that is possible.

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