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.
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.
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.
Weather & Climate near Albert Cuyp Market #
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).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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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.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.