Vondelpark Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Vondelpark. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam's Highlights and Hidden Gems
• The Original Amsterdam City Highlights Bike Tour (EN/NL/DE)
• Amsterdam 1-Hour Canal Cruise With Live Guide
• Amsterdam Highlights Bike Tour With Optional Canal Cruise
• Private Tour: Amsterdam City Walking Tour and Canal Cruise

Vondelpark is free to visit as it is a public park, as is Vondelpark Open Air Theatre when in season. That said, many travelers visit the park with a tour: app-based self–guided tours start at €7, guided cycle tours are from around €30, and full-day Amsterdam sightseeing tours begin from €90.

Yes, you can rent a bike to explore Vondelpark. Bikes, including e-bikes, are easy to hire in Amsterdam, although there’s little demand for mountain bikes. Pedal bike rentals cost from €9, or you can join one of many Amsterdam bike tours that cover the park, which start around €30.

No, you don’t need tickets for Vondelpark Open Air Theatre events—the theater is free for everyone to enjoy, although management asks for a contribution in the collection box. However, paying for a reservation is best if you’d like to ensure you get a seat, which currently costs €8.50.

The best time of day to visit Vondelpark depends on the time of year, but generally, the middle of the day is a great time to explore. In summer, bring a picnic to enjoy the warmth of the day, and on weekends, consider staying to catch a show at the open-air theater.

Yes, Vondelpark is accessible—the paths are smooth, flat, and well-made, with minimal elevation gain. There is a wheelchair-accessible bathroom near the children’s paddling pool by the Kattenlaan entrance. Vondelpark Open Air Theatre is wheelchair-accessible but does not have designated wheelchair seating areas.