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The 5 Best Parks & Sights in Amsterdam
Our travel editors hand-pick, rank, and curate the most spectacular parks & sights in Amsterdam.
Vondelpark
Expansive, 19th-century urban park with a playground, ponds & an open-air theater.
“Ranked #1 locally with a spectacular 4.7/5 rating on Google Maps (59992 reviews).”
Hortus Botanicus
Compact botanical gardens, originally planted in 1682, with formal outdoor & greenhouse sections.
“Ranked #2 locally with a spectacular 4.5/5 rating on Google Maps (12302 reviews).”
Amsterdam Forest
Recreational area including an organic farm/petting zoo, tree-top adventure course & boat trips.
“Ranked #3 locally with a spectacular 4.6/5 rating on Google Maps (18632 reviews).”
Hortus Botanicus Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Botanical garden with global specimens of plants, blossoms & trees, plus concerts in a greenhouse.
“Ranked #4 locally with a spectacular 4.6/5 rating on Google Maps (839 reviews).”
The Miracle Garden
A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional parks & sights experiences in Amsterdam.
“Ranked #5 locally with a spectacular 4.6/5 rating on Google Maps (159 reviews).”