Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Green oasis in the center of the city
- Relaxing atmosphere
Time required: 30 minutes
Phone: +31 20 678 16 78
Public transport:
- Tram Line 2: Jac. Obrechtsraat stop
- Tram Line 2: Emmastraat stop
Address: Vondelpark 3, 1071 AA, Amsterdam
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Photo: sandeep thukral
Things you need to know:
- Vondelpark is the largest (44 ha, 109 ac) and most popular park in Amsterdam
- This is the best place to go if somebody wants peace, quietness and relaxation
- It was established in 1864 by a few philanthropic citizens; the park was named after the 17th c. poet, Joost van den Vondel
- The park features everything needed to make it a lovely place: benches overlooking small ponds, flower gardens, walking and biking trails
- The place becomes especially lively on summer Sundays when many Amsterdamers escape the dense city and come here
- Concerts and plays are held in the open-air theater; the park is filled with joggers, skaters, and performers such as jugglers or fire-eaters; many play football, badminton or Frisbee
- A unique landmark of the park is the Blue Teahouse (Blauwe Theehuis) built in New Functionalist style that looks like a giant blue straw hat
What to do there:
- Take a walk, watch people in this well-tended garden any time of the year
- Find an empty bench and relax or stop in one of the many cafés for a cup of tea
Tips & Insights:
- Free performances are held in the open-air theatre
- Perfect place to go with kids on a summer day with paddling pool, playgrounds, puppet shows and face painting
