Vondelpark Travel Guide

  Vondelpark Do's and Don't's
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      Vondelpark Do's and Don't's
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  • May 2011: The new museum under construction
      May 2011: The new museum under...
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      Vondelpark renovation in progress
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Things to Do  

The Vondelpark Open Air Theatre

The Vondelpark Open Air Theatre, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  The Open Air Theatre was build in 1955, in 1984 a roof was added to the site,In the summertime there are free concerts. 

The Film Museum

The Film Museum, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  The Filmmuseum is the continuation of the former Dutch Historical Filmarchive.Nowadays you can explore the old archives or enjoy the movies being shown.The building is the former Vondelparkpaviljon from 1881and designed by W. Hamer.The Museum will move to a new location in... 

Vondel

Vondel, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  In 1867 the statue of Joost van den Vondel was placed in the just opened park.Vondel is a famous Dutch poet, who lived from November 17, 1587 to Februari 5, 1679. 

Muziektent

Muziektent, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  The Muziektent, build on a small island dates from 1874.It's made from cast iron and designed by Vondelpark architect Zocher.It was renovated in 1991. 

Walking the park

Walking the park, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  The Vondelpark is 47 ha wide, with 16 ha grass and 11 ha trees. Since 1996 its a national monument. A walk along the outer sides is 3 km long. 

Recreation activities

Recreation activities, Vondelpark

 lucyguajardo Says:  Go arround in bike or just sitting in a bench 

Hotels  

Stayokay Vondelpark: The best Hostel around

Stayokay Vondelpark: The best Hostel around, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  The Stayokay Hostel (formerly known as Nederlandse Jeugd Herbergen Centrale NJHC) is located in the former Girls School, that prepared the ladies for the household "duties". The old building is extended with newer facilities and is a favorite places to many budget... 

Restaurants  

Groot Melkhuis: The former local farmhouse

Groot Melkhuis: The former local farmhouse, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  The Melkhuis (Milkhouse) dates from 1874 and belonged to a farm where 25 cows were held.The meadow is transformed into a children's playground. 

Local Hot Dogs and Ice Cream: Hot Dogs or Ice Cream

Local Hot Dogs and Ice Cream: Hot Dogs or Ice Cream, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  Great Italian ice cream and soft drinks for a hot day or hot dogs for a chilly day. 

Blauwe Theehuis (Blue Teahouse): High Tea

Blauwe Theehuis (Blue Teahouse): High Tea, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  The Blauwe Theehuis was build in 1936 by the Baanders architects. 

Kinderkookkafé: For Children

Kinderkookkafé: For Children, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  The Kinderkookkafé is a restaurant where your children can cook and you enjoy the food. 

Blue Teahouse is great

Blue Teahouse is great, Vondelpark

 hannab Says:  I've been to the Blue Teahouse with my boyfriend every day while on a short break in Amsterdam. It's set in the middle of beautiful Vondelpark and is so cosy and relaxed, and by day it's completely surrounded by trees and gorgeous views of the park and the sun shining... 

Vertigo: Great terras

Vertigo: Great terras, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  The terras and the basement cafe of the film museum are great. There is self service at busy times, but it is an interesting people watching spot.You even might encouter some VT-members! 

Local Customs  

Tip please

Tip please, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  Don't forget to tip the local musicians. 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Construction time

Construction time, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  Improvements to the roads are in progress through 2010.Expect construction activities at some parts of the park untill then. 

Homeless People

Homeless People, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  The Vondelpark still is a place where homeless people try to spend the night. From time to time there's a cleanup action, but just avoid these people. 

Water

Water, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  The park is great for sports.Don't loose your ball to the water! 

Favorites  

Vondelpark Do's and Don't's

Vondelpark Do's and Don't's, Vondelpark

 pieter_jan_v Says:  .Permitted-Picknicking (please use the trash bins for your trash)-BBQ-ing (please beware of hot ashes; cool them down before trashing)-Daytimne recreation-Unplugged music-Sunbathing-Walking your dog (but not at play grounds)-CyclingForbidden-Selling food & drinks without a... 

The Place

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 Go arround in bike or just sitting in a bench 

 

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Q:  Unbelievable, you still can be the first making a VONDELPARK page!!! There are already 54 Tips on this park floating around, but... 

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A: Hahahaha, so why don't YOU write a Vondelpark page PJ? :-))) I think I should have pictures..... somewhere.... hahaha, but actually, no clue where, LOL I guess that... 

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