Best Sports in Amsterdam
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From the classic Johan Cruijff ArenA Tour with Guide and Kano & SUP, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.6 · 10,015 reviews
Go behind the scenes at the Johan Cruijff ArenA, home of Ajax in Amsterdam-Zuidoost. Walk to the pitch-side area, look into the dugout and step inside the Ajax dressing room, with an audiovisual or guided visit.
★ 4.8 · 189 reviews
Paddle with Kano & SUP, an Amsterdam-Oost rental for kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Glide along the canals at your own pace, with helpful staff on hand to get first-timers comfortable on the water.
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★ 4.4 · 2,436 reviews
Lace up at Jaap Eden Ice Rink, where Amsterdam skates on both outdoor and indoor ice. Glide around the ring suited to your level, take a lesson if you are new, and warm up at the on-site café.
★ 4.7 · 5,935 reviews
Cycle through Amsterdam's most photogenic neighbourhoods on a small-group ride. Roll past canals, the Jordaan and Vondelpark, then stop for a stroopwafel and stories about the city's history.
★ 4.7 · 697 reviews
Climb at Beest Boulders het Lab, a light-filled bouldering gym where skylights brighten the whole hall. Work through varied problems from beginner to challenging, then refuel at the on-site food and drink counter.
★ 4.6 · 971 reviews
Climb at Monk Bouldergym, a waterfront gym in Amsterdam-Noord with a relaxed, welcoming crowd. Tackle a wide range of routes and the moonboards, then take a break over coffee and a toastie in the café.
★ 4.7 · 1,749 reviews
Pedal through the heart of Amsterdam on a guided bike tour of its top highlights. Ride past canals, the Jordaan and Museumplein while your guide explains the architecture, with a stroopwafel to round off the ride.
★ 4.2 · 4,747 reviews
Swing into the 12-Hole Glow-in-the-Dark Mini-Golf in central Amsterdam, where ultraviolet light turns a pirate-and-ocean course into a glowing playground. Play twelve holes in about 45 minutes and see who in your group keeps the lowest score.
★ 4.6 · 1,288 reviews
Swing into Klimpark Fun Forest, a treetop adventure park in Amstelveen. Work your way through climbing courses graded from gentle to demanding, ride the zip lines, and let kids hunt for the letters that unlock the game.
★ 4.6 · 1,534 reviews
Swap the city for Waterland's open countryside on this windmill and cheese farm electric bike tour. Ride an e-bike across villages and canals, then taste local cheese at the farm.
★ 4.7 · 528 reviews
Try Beta Boulders, a compact Amsterdam-Zuid gym packed with steep walls and a cave section. Climb routes with smooth grade progression, train on the MoonBoards, and settle into the coworking space with a coffee afterwards.
★ 4.1 · 58 reviews
Paddle with SUP en Meer, a stand-up paddleboard rental in Amsterdam-Zuid. Learn the basics on calm canals, then head out onto the big Nieuwe Meer lake once you feel steady on the board.
★ 3.9 · 931 reviews
Take a dip at Noorderparkbad, Amsterdam-Noord's budget-friendly public pool. Swim laps or splash in the recreational areas, and let the kids try the outdoor slide on a sunny day.
★ 4.4 · 191 reviews
Head to Watersportcentrum Sloterplas, a water sports base on Nieuw-West's big lake. Rent a kayak, paddle across the open water or into nearby canals, and enjoy a quieter side of Amsterdam.
★ 4.8 · 1,508 reviews
Pedal through the quieter side of Amsterdam with a local guide. Ride along canals and courtyards in the Jordaan, then cross Vondelpark to Museumplein after a coffee stop.
Amsterdam · ⚽ Sport
Johan Cruijff ArenA Tour with Guide
1h15
Kano & SUP
2h
Jaap Eden Ice Rink
1h30
Amsterdam · 🧭 Tours
Big Bike tour - See all in 3 unforgettable hours
3h
Beest Boulders het Lab Amsterdam
Monk Bouldergym Amsterdam
Top Highlights Guided Bike Tour
12-Hole Glow-in-the-Dark Mini-Golf
1h
Klimpark Fun Forest Amsterdam
2h30
Windmill & Dutch Cheese farm electric bike tour
4h
Beta Boulders Amsterdam
SUP en Meer
Noorderparkbad
Watersportcentrum Sloterplas
Hidden Gems & Highlights Guided Bike Tour
