In the official list there are about 30 parks in Amsterdam, ranging from Wertheimpark which covers one hectare, to the fabulous Vondelpark which covers 48 hectares. In the number of parks makes Amsterdam a peaceful oasis even on a busiest day.
Vondelpark
Vondelpark AmsterdamThe largest city park in Amsterdam, and the most famous park in the Netherlands. Vondelpark welcomes about 8 millions visitors every year, and is a very popular destination for locals for jogging, dog-walking, or just for the view. Free concerts are given at the open-air theatre or in the summer at the park's bandstand. The park is near to street 1e Constantijn Huygensstraat.
Beatrixpark
A small, pleasant and quiet park named after the Dutch Queen is one of the cleanest in Amsterdam. It is located behind the RAI congress centre in the South Amsterdam. A group of 1100 persons united in a society of the park’s friends, protects the Beatrix park against neglect and bureaucratic lack of common sense. The society constantly observes changes in the park, keeping it in a nice, friendly shape. The park is near to the street Diepenbrockstraat.
Sarphatipark
Sarphatipark Amsterdam Located in the heart of the peaceful district de Pijp, the park is naturally surrounded by variety of cafes and snack bars what makes them an ideal place after jogging refreshment. The park has been recently renovated and is a popular meeting place, not only for dog-walkers.
The park is near to the street Ceintuurbaan.
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Amstelpark
Situated in the suburb of Buitenveldert, southwest of Amsterdam, the park offers good facilities for children, including playground, minigolf, minifootball and pony rides. Among its attractions are rose garden, rhododendron walk, and model garden with nursery. The well preserved Rieker windmill from 1636 is located on the southern tip of the park. Art exhibitions are held in the Glazen Huis and the Papillon Gallery. In summer the tours in a miniature train are possible.
Westerpark
Sarphatipark Amsterdam Extensive park near the city center is a playground for creative artists, even a farm is to be found here. A former gas factory, situated in the middle of the park, has been converted into pleasant cafes creative offices.
