What to do in Amsterdam in spring?

December 14, 2022
2:53 pm

Flowers start to bloom, the weather is clearing up, there are endless possibilities for your Amsterdam itinerary. Here are some of the best options!

Enjoy Amsterdam from the water

The view of the merchant houses, the people on bikes and houseboats is best from the water! Springtime is one of the best time to explore Amsterdams canals. With a canal cruise you will get to explore the beautiful city centre from with ease and comfort. When the sun is out, be sure to book a semi-open boat, so you can feel the sun on your skin. When the weather is not working in your favour, the semi-open boats close their roof and you will still have an amazing view of the water.

The cruise goes through the UNESCO world heritage listed seventeenth-century canals. A few famous canals are: The Herengracht, Leidsegracht and Vijzelgracht. To see the city form the water is a must!

Explore the city like a local: hop on a bike!

Cycling is something the Dutch do every day. Amsterdam is filled with bikes and many bike lanes. On a guided fatbike tour you get to see local hotspots while you are learning more about the city, all that while enjoying the sunny weather!

Go for a walk or a picknick in the Vondelpark

Vondelpark is Amsterdam’s most famous city park, and very popular among locals to. In the park, you can see people jog, children play in one of the playgrounds or people just taking a walk.

The many green havens in the park are the perfect spot for a picknick or you can sit by the water surrounded by all the greenery. There is also an open theater where you can watch free concerts and performances.

If you want to sit down to eat or drink something there are also multiple restaurants located in the park.

Baby animals in the Netherlands oldest zoo

What to do on rainy days in Amsterdam

The Netherlands is notorious for its rainfall. On average, there are 192 rainy days here. You might just be unlucky and catch some drops in. Luckily, there are still many things to do when it is raining. Amsterdam has some of the most renowned museums in the world and a visit to the biggest one, Rijksmuseum, is one of the options with your Explore Pass.

A very unique indoor attraction is This is Holland. This flight experience takes you on a 5D experience where you discover all the must-sees in the Netherlands. So even when it is raining, you can explore the whole country!

If it is a rainy day, there are still many things you can do. For example, you can to This is Holland and experience the flight experience. Go to one of the many museums like The stedelijk museum or the national maritime museum. Or meet your favorite heroes and celebrities at madam Tussauds.

People aren’t the only ones who love the warmer weather. Animals also enjoy the nice weather. In artis royal zoo you can see all kinds of animals. Spring is also the season of newborn baby animals, so when visiting the zoo you get to see newborn animals!

The zoo has multiple educational features: micropia, worlds only microscopic life exhibit, butterfly garden and many more. This makes it a fun activity for children and adults alike.

Day trips outside of Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a vibrant city filled with people. To see more of the authentic Dutch culture a country side tour is the perfect way. On the tour you get to see traditional Dutch windmills, a Dutch cheese factory and even an antique wooden shoe factory.

Have you heard of the little Venice of The Netherlands? Giethoorn is a small town full of canals and . It was nicknamed the little Venice of The Netherlands thanks to the rivers going through the city and its bridges. The day trip to Giethoorn includes a boat cruise and time to explore the city for yourself.