Where to stay in Amsterdam with kids
The Museum Quarter near the Vondelpark and Oost near the Artis Zoo are the most family-friendly bases, with space to play and easy tram links.
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Family-friendly areas
Museum Quarter for the Vondelpark playgrounds, Oost for Artis and the Oosterpark, and Noord for free ferry rides and the A'DAM Lookout. NEMO Science Museum is near Centraal Station.
Getting around
Trams are step-free at most stops, and children under 4 travel free on GVB. Watch for cyclists. Bike lanes are busy.
Tips
Canal-house stairs are steep, so families with strollers should choose a hotel with a lift.
FAQ
What is good for kids in Amsterdam?
NEMO Science Museum, Artis Zoo, the Vondelpark and a canal boat tour are reliable favourites.
Do kids pay on Amsterdam trams?
Children under 4 travel free. Check GVB for child fares.