Why visit / Interesting facts:
- The only floating flower market in the world
- One of Amsterdam's most picturesque sights
Time required: 45 minutes
Phone: +31 20 625 82 82
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Sat: | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Sunday: | 11am - 5:30pm |
Public transport:
- Tram Line 1: Koningsplein stop
- Tram Line 2: Koningsplein stop
- Tram Line 5: Koningsplein stop
Address: Singel 1013, Amsterdam
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Photo: Catherine Murray
Things you need to know:
- Bloemenmarkt is a flower market in central Amsterdam that floats on water
- The stalls are set up on a row of barges along canal Singel
- As the barges are permanently fixed no rocking or movement is sensible any more
- Originally flower farmers sailed up the Amstel river from their nurseries to this spot and sold their flowers from their boats
- The place is a delight with its color explosion especially on a rainy day
- Hundreds of different flowers in multitude of colors can be found here
- The market is a good place to buy tulip bulbs sold in ready-to-travel packets
What to do there:
- Take a walk on this colorful street full of flowers
- Just take a stroll through the stunning array of flowers and bulbs in the market
- You can buy cut flowers, bulbs, seeds and garden supplies
Tips & Insights:
- Buy ready-to-travel packets of tulip bulbs
- It is the best place to buy souvenirs here
