Amstelpark Park
Large Amsterdam park featuring gardens and playgrounds
Amstelpark in Amsterdam combines gardens, playgrounds, a small tourist train and exhibition greenhouses; visitors come for relaxed walks, seasonal plant displays and family outings.
Amstelpark at a Glance#
Address: Amstelpark, Amstelveenseweg / Binnenhofdreef, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Website: https://www.amstelpark.nl/
Hours: Daily 8am-10pm
About Amstelpark#
Amstelpark is an urban park in the southern part of Amsterdam, created for the 1972 Floriade horticultural exhibition and retained as public green space. It functions as a recreational and horticultural site within the Amsterdam park network.
Park highlights include themed gardens such as a rosarium and a Japanese garden, playgrounds and a small miniature railway that runs within the grounds. The park also contains sculpture trails and planted displays established during and after the Floriade.
Amstelpark was laid out for the international horticultural event in 1972 and later adapted for permanent public use, with pathways, planting schemes and visitor facilities added over subsequent decades.
The park is located in the Amsterdam-Zuid area near the Amstel river and adjacent neighbourhoods, accessible by local public transport and cycling routes.
- 1972 Floriade: Created as part of the 1972 Floriade horticultural exhibition and retained afterward as a public urban park in Amsterdam.
- Family facilities: The park contains family facilities and themed gardens making it a popular local recreational area throughout the year.
What to See#
- Rosarium: A dedicated rose garden established as part of the park’s horticultural layout, featuring a variety of cultivated rose beds and seasonal displays.
- Japanese garden: A small Japanese garden installed within the park that offers themed planting, water features and a tranquil layout.
- Miniature railway: A short miniature railway that operates within the park and is a regular attraction for families and children.
How to Get to Amstelpark#
Take the Amsterdam Metro to Amstelstation or RAI and walk or cycle a short distance; several tram and bus lines stop nearby.
Tips for Visiting Amstelpark#
- Use the Amstelpark entrance near the RAI for quickest public transport access.
- Visit the玫瑰园 (rose garden) and the labyrinth on weekdays for quieter time with locals.
- Check for exhibitions in the park's cultural venues-there are seasonal installations often missed by tourists.
Best Time to Visit Amstelpark#
Best in spring and early summer when the gardens and planted areas are at their most attractive.
Weather & Climate near Amstelpark#
Amstelpark's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (849 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 71 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 52 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 2° | 66 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 4° - 12° | 6° | 48 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.5h |
| June | Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 73 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.5h |
| July | Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 71 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.0h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 64 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.5h |
| September | Good | 11° - 18° | 15° | 85 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 11° | 90 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 93 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 0° | 83 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
