Experts' Choice Award Vondelpark
What the experts agree on
Amsterdam's sprawling green escape near Leidseplein, with English-style gardens, an open-air theatre, lakes, and bike paths—ideal for picnics or cycling, though sunny days bring big crowds.
“A 47-hectare green space in the heart of Amsterdam, the Vondelpark is the place to go for a run, try out your cycling skills, observe the locals and tourists at play or just soak up the sun.”
– Travel + Leisure
Fodor's "On sunny days, Amsterdam's "green lung" is the most densely populated section of the city." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"As vital to Amsterdam as Rembrandt, canals and coffeeshops, on a sunny day there’s no place better than Vondelpark." Full review
Not For Tourists "Amsterdammers need a back yard too."
Let's Go "The park is named after Joost van den Vondel, a 17th-century poet and playwright often referred to as the Dutch Shakespeare." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"This park was created in 1864 by Zocher, then enlarged in 1874 by his son." Full review
National Geographic "Everyone comes here on a sunny day for Frisbees, dogs, the open-air terraces, and the chance for a hopeful encounter." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Any traveler who needs a break from the city should head to Vondelpark." Full review
Time Out "Vondelpark gets fantastically busy on sunny days and Sundays, when bongos abound, dope is toked and football games take up any space that happens to be left over. " Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located in Amsterdam-Zuid, Vondelpark is a sprawling 47-hectare urban green space featuring an open-air theatre, playground, shaded areas, ponds, and cycling paths"
Amsterdam Travel Guide
July 14, 2021
Frommer's "Amsterdam’s biggest, greenest public park, providing 44 hectares (109 acres) of peace and quiet. This is a cherished open space crammed with trees, lawns, lakes, and bridges " Full review
