☀️ Outdoor Activities
for Kids in Amsterdam
24 outdoor options — parks, playgrounds, nature walks, outdoor events and farm visits.
Amsterdam is one of Europe's most family-friendly capitals, with a compact centre that's easy to navigate by bike or on foot. The city blends world-class culture with relaxed canals and green parks that welcome visitors of all ages.
Outdoor Amsterdam is best explored by bike — the city has more bicycles than people. Amsterdamse Bos offers 1,000 hectares of forest, sports fields, and waterways for kayaking. In summer, the outdoor pools (Flevoparkbad, Mirandabad's outdoor section) become city favourites. The North Sea beach at Zandvoort is just 30 minutes by train.
🌳 Outdoor Venues & Places (24)
🌿 Nature & Parks (5)
A'DAM Lookout Swing
Amsterdam observation deck with an unrivalled panoramic view. You’ll see the city’s historical centre, its pulsating port, the unique Dutch polder landscape.
Amsterdam Seed Center
Amsterdamse Bos Boerderij
Het Amsterdamse Bos is 3x groter dan Central Park in New York. Jaarlijks komen meer dan 6 miljoen bezoekers er ontspannen, sporten of een evenement bezoeken.
Café-Restaurant Amstelpark — Amsterdam
Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam
Bezoek de Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam en ontdek een prachtige botanische tuin vol bijzondere planten. Kom langs aan de Plantage Middenlaan en ervaar de groene oase in het hart van de stad!
⚽ Outdoor Sports (8)
Bounce Amsterdam
Climbzone — Amsterdam
Clip 'n Climb — Amsterdam
F1 Karting — Amsterdam
Jaap Eden IJsbaan Amsterdam
Óók in het voorjaar en de zomer is Jaap Eden de perfecte plek voor het organiseren van een uitje!
Johan Cruyff Arena Tour Amsterdam
Jump XL Amsterdam
Klimmuur Amsterdam
🌳 Outdoor Venues (1)
🐄 Petting Zoos & Farms (8)
Geitenboerderij Ridammerhoeve
Kinderboerderij De Dierencapel
Kinderboerderij De Pijp
Kinderboerderij De Pijp — Amsterdam
Kinderboerderij De Werf
Kinderboerderij Gliphoeve
Kinderboerderij Westerpark
Kinderboerderij Zimmerhoeve
Frequently asked questions
What are the best outdoor activities for kids in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam has 24 outdoor options for kids and families, including parks, nature walks, playgrounds, outdoor festivals and farm visits.
What can you do outside with children in Amsterdam?
In Amsterdam, you can visit parks, playgrounds, nature reserves, petting zoos, and outdoor events. Browse 24 outdoor venues and 0 upcoming outdoor events above.
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