Albert Cuyp Market

Market Busy Amsterdam street market selling food and goods

In Amsterdam’s De Pijp, the Albert Cuyp Market runs daily with stalls selling stroopwafels, herring, cheese and flowers; street‑food sampling and local shopping are the main draws.

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Albert Cuyp Market is an outdoor street market on Albert Cuypstraat in the De Pijp neighborhood of Amsterdam, established in 1905. It is one of the largest daytime markets in the Netherlands and a long-running local trading spot.

Stalls stretch along the main street and nearby side streets, with roughly 250-270 vendors selling fresh produce, cheese, fish, flowers, clothing and prepared snacks. Shoppers find a mix of everyday groceries and Dutch specialties in a compact, informal layout that is easy to walk through in under an hour at a moderate pace.

The market began as a local neighborhood market in the early 20th century and expanded over decades into a major open-air market for the city. It has continued as a daily commercial venue and tourist draw while remaining integrated with the surrounding residential area.

The market sits in Amsterdam’s De Pijp district in the borough of Zuid, a short distance southeast of the historic city centre and near other landmarks and tram lines. It runs along Albert Cuypstraat and is within walking distance of several museums and cafes.

  • Opening pattern: Operates six days a week, typically Monday to Saturday, and draws both locals and tourists for everyday shopping and snack foods.
  • Scale and wares: Around 260 stalls line the market on busy days, selling fresh produce, fish, cheese, flowers and street food such as stroopwafels.
Albert Cuyp Market
Albert Cuyp Market, Albert Cuypstraat, De Pijp, Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
52.3561, 4.8969
Mon-Sat 9:00am-5:00pm (individual stall times may vary); closed Sundays
Free entry; cost applies for purchases at stalls

How to Get to Albert Cuyp Market #

Albert Cuyp Market is in the De Pijp neighborhood. Take tram lines 3 or 12 to Ceintuurbaan/Albert Cuypstraat stop, or tram 4 to Ferdinand Bolstraat. From Amsterdam Centraal, trams and metro lines connect directly; it’s a 15-20 minute ride by public transit.

Tips for Visiting Albert Cuyp Market #

  • Visit early (08:00-10:00) to see the market before tourists and to get the best produce.
  • Bring a reusable bag and small change; many vendors accept cards but small purchases are cash-friendly.
  • Try a stroopwafel from the bakeries around the market rather than the tourist stalls.

Best Time to Visit Albert Cuyp Market #

Weekday mornings in spring or early summer are best for the Albert Cuyp Market to enjoy produce and fewer crowds.

Spring
March-May · 6-16°C
Blooming canalside trees and comfortable walking weather; market is active.
Summer
June-August · 15-25°C
Busiest season with outdoor seating and lively street atmosphere.

Weather & Climate near Albert Cuyp Market #

Climate

Albert Cuyp Market's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (863 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 44 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 22°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 22°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 96 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.5h daylight

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