Olympic Stadium (Amsterdam) Stadium
Amsterdam stadium built for the 1928 Olympics
Amsterdam's Olympic Stadium, built for the 1928 Games and designed by Jan Wils, draws architecture buffs and sports fans for guided tours, occasional concerts and local sporting events.
Olympic Stadium (Amsterdam) at a Glance#
Website: https://www.olympischstadion.nl
About Olympic Stadium (Amsterdam)#
Olympic Stadium (Olympisch Stadion) in Amsterdam was constructed as the main venue for the 1928 Summer Olympic Games and is an important early-20th-century sports building. Designed by architect Jan Wils, the stadium is noted for its period architecture and for hosting the opening and closing ceremonies of the 1928 Olympics.
The venue retains original architectural features from the Olympic construction and is used for sports events, concerts and guided visits that highlight its Olympic history and design. Exhibits and preserved elements inside the stadium reference the 1928 Games and the stadium’s later uses.
The stadium is located in the south of Amsterdam (Amsterdam-Zuid) and is reachable by public transport from the city centre.
- Architectural note: Built for the 1928 Summer Olympics and designed by architect Jan Wils in an Art Deco and Amsterdam School style.
- Location and status: The stadium is located in the Amsterdam-Zuid district and remains a protected historic sports venue in the city.
How to Get to Olympic Stadium (Amsterdam)#
Olympic Stadium (Olympisch Stadion) in Amsterdam is served directly by tram line 24 (stop: Olympisch Stadion), and the stop is immediately adjacent to the stadium entrance (a 1-2 minute walk). It’s about 4 km south of the Dam Square area; Amsterdam RAI station is also within a 10-15 minute walk if arriving by train.
Tips for Visiting Olympic Stadium (Amsterdam)#
- Check the stadium's event calendar before you go-on match or concert days access and tours are different and the plaza fills with crowds; visit on a non-event day to walk the 1928 Olympic architecture and surrounding park at leisure.
- Use public transport to reach Stadionplein/Amsterdam Zuid and approach from the park side if you want clearer sightlines for photography; guided tours are available on scheduled days, so book ahead if you want an interior visit.
Best Time to Visit Olympic Stadium (Amsterdam)#
Plan around the stadium event calendar; spring and summer are pleasant but busiest when major matches or concerts occur.
Weather & Climate near Olympic Stadium (Amsterdam)#
Olympic Stadium (Amsterdam)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (845 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 71 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 51 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 2° | 64 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 4° - 12° | 6° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.5h |
| June | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 71 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.5h |
| July | Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 70 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.0h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 64 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.5h |
| September | Good | 11° - 18° | 15° | 85 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 11° | 91 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 95 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 83 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
