Best Amsterdam Street Markets
Amsterdam is full of surprises, and the markets are definitely one of them. Are you a lover of second hand books or are you a fashionista looking for vintage fashion? Amsterdam has it all. A floating flower market, retro fashion, and (fake) antiques: treasure hunting in Amsterdam has never been easier.
Some markets are held weekly, others monthly. Some are small and charming, others large and bustling.
Markets are a fun way to get to know the city. In this blog, you can read all about the most famous markets in Amsterdam and what you can buy there.
Flower Market
The Flower Market, located on the Singel canal between Muntplein and Koningsplein, is the only floating flower market in the world. Open daily, it’s primarily a tourist attraction. Flower bulbs, seeds, and souvenirs with a floral theme are for sale. The colourful displays make it a fun place to wander around.
Book Market at Spui
This market at Spui is held every Friday. There are about 25 booksellers selling secondhand, rare, and out-of-print books. You’ll find titles in Dutch, English, French, and German, as well as vintage prints and posters. Prices are quite high, but it’s a collector’s paradise.
Oudemanhuispoort Book Market
This small market, located in a passageway by the University of Amsterdam, is open Monday through Saturday. You’ll find secondhand books, prints, sheet music, and photographs. It’s quiet and somewhat hidden, perfect for those who enjoy browsing at their leisure.
Amsterdam Antiques Centre
Located at Elandsgracht 109, it’s the largest indoor antiques market in the Netherlands. There are 55 stands selling glassware, jewelry, silverware, art, and vintage furniture. Open all week but closed on Tuesdays. On Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, individuals can rent a stand to sell their retro or other items.
Coin and Stamp Market
Every Wednesday and Saturday, stamp enthusiasts gather in front of the stamp shops on Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal. You’ll find stamps, coins, phone cards, and postcards. It’s a small niche market, perfect for hobbyists or curious tourists.
IJ-Hallen Flea Market
One of the largest flea markets in Europe, with 750 stalls, is held monthly in the IJ-Hallen at the NDSM wharf. The market is open all weekend. You’ll find all sorts of clothing, furniture, toys, vintage items, antiques, books, CDs, and much more. Handmade goods, new items, and bulk are not permitted. Admission fee.
Pure Market
A family-friendly event that takes place once a month on Sundays in parks such as Amstelpark, the Amsterdamse Bos, and Park Frankendael. Organic food, live music, and handmade products are featured.
The Maker Market
This market, held monthly in De Hallen Amsterdam on Saturdays and Sundays, sells handmade items such as jewelry, art, homeware, and more. Run by The Maker Store, it supports local artists.
Sunday Market
The Sunday Market combines fashion, design, art, and food and is inspired by the Portobello and Camden markets in London. This market is held at various locations in Amsterdam and offers a great mix of stalls selling ceramics, vintage clothing, jewelry, affordable art, and tasty snacks, and also live music, theater, and workshops.
Rokin: Last Sunday of the month
De Hallen: Second Sunday of the month
Westergas: First Sunday of the month.
