May is the perfect time to embrace everything vibrant Amsterdam has to offer. From lively festivals and unforgettable museum exhibits to outdoor adventures and cozy rooftop bars, there’s no shortage of ways to soak in the spring energy. Get ready to make the most of May!
Take a (Private) Canal Cruise
There’s no better way to see Amsterdam than from aboard a boat on one of its many beautiful canals. There are so many different tours to choose from and you can even hire a boat to drive yourself. Some tours offer dining experiences complete with wine and beer and you can even bring your own booze to others. There’s even a company offering the opportunity to hire an actual submarine! What are you waiting for?
💵 From ca. 50 €
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Ready to try something new in May? Experience minigolf like never before in a glow-in-the-dark world bursting with color, surprises, and crazy stuff. GlowGolf at Teleportboulevard is the perfect glow-in-the-dark activity. This unique experience in Amsterdam Sloterdijk is ideal for friends, family, and fun dates.
Explore 15 creative holes across different zones. Every hole looks unique, every station holds a surprise, and every shot sparks laughter — striking the perfect balance between fun and friendly competition.
📍 GlowGolf Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Teleportboulevard 84
⏳ 30 – 45 minutes
💵 From 12 €
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Explore Beautiful Flower Fields!
We may be known for tulips, but spring fields here burst with poppies, purple heather, alliums, and so much more. From late spring into summer, there’s always something in bloom! And many of these colorful spots are just a bike ride away. It’s the perfect excuse to grab your camera and head out for a dreamy spring day trip!
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Check out the World Press Photo Exhibition 2026
The World Press Photo Exhibition returns to De Nieuwe Kerk, giving us the first look at this year’s most powerful photojournalism. From hard-hitting news moments to intimate human stories, it’s a gripping, must-see showcase of the world through the lens of a camera.
📍 De Nieuwe Kerk, Amsterdam
📆 24 April – 27 September 2026
⏳ Open daily from 10:00 -17:00
💵 Kids for free, Students 13,50 €, Adults 20 €
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Experience 160 Banksy works recreated across a life-size urban scenography. For a culture-packed Meivakantie stop, head to the Banksy Museum Amsterdam. This immersive exhibition reunites 160 works and life-size mural reconstructions across a 1,000 m² immersive cityscape.
📍 Van Slingelandtplein 8, Westerpark
⏳ Sun–Thu: 10 AM – 7 PM (last entry 6:15 PM), Fri–Sat: 10 AM – 8 PM (last entry 7:15 PM)
💵 From 14 € for adults
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Celebrate Liberation Day
On May 5, Amsterdam celebrates Liberation Day at Het Vrije Westen in Westerpark—a lively, free festival running from 14:00 to 23:00. Expect a packed program with live music, DJ sets, kids’ activities, great food, and a special performances. Come celebrate liberation day with the whole city! Check out the website for more information!
📍 Location: Westerpark
📆 Date: May 5, from 14 to 11pm
Soak up Spring at a Rooftop Bar 😎
As May brings brighter skies (most of the time), it’s the perfect excuse to head up to one of Amsterdam’s stunning rooftop bars. Sip cocktails with panoramic views of the city, enjoy bites under the sun—or stay cozy under cover if the rain decides to crash the party. Dry or not, the vibe is always worth the climb!
📍Check out some of Amsterdam’s stunning rooftop bars
💵 From ca. 10 €
Looking for something completely different? This immersive show transports you to the world of 66 million years ago with massive 360° video projections and surround sound. Travel back to an era of giants with ‘Prehistoric Planet: Dinosaurs’ at Fabrique des Lumières.
Discover life-size dinosaurs in their natural habitat and enjoy exclusive scenes from the award-winning Apple TV series, featuring a soundtrack by Hans Zimmer. Your ticket also grants access to Greenpeace’s “Protect the Wonders of the Deep Sea.”
📍 Fabrique des Lumières, Pazzanistraat 37, Amsterdam, 1014 DB
⏳ Daily from 11 am
💵 From 13 €
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Experience the Oude Kerk: The oldest building in Amsterdam turned modern!
Amsterdam’s oldest structure contrasts its medieval origins with modern contemporary art. Visitors walk directly over a massive indoor cemetery floor comprising 2,500 gravestones that cover 60,000 historical citizens, including Rembrandt’s wife, Saskia van Uylenburgh.
Estonian oak planks form Europe’s largest medieval wooden vault overhead, creating optimal acoustics for four pipe organs. Today, the institution commissions site-specific installations from contemporary artists, blending 800 years of history with modern visual arts.
📍 Oudekerksplein, De Wallen, Amsterdam
📆 Mon-Sat (10-18h) & Sun (13-17:30h)
⏳ ca. 45 minutes
💵 Adults €14.50 / Students & Youth €7.50 / Kids (0-12) Free
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Challenge Your Team at Prison Island: The Ultimate Action Game in Amsterdam
Fancy an active group challenge this month? Work together in teams of 2 to 5 players to complete 28 unique and exciting challenges, ranging from physical agility tests to brain teasers. Experience pure adrenaline at Prison Island in Amsterdam, inspired by the best game shows and escape rooms.
Perfect for friends, families, and colleagues who want to test their teamwork and problem-solving skills in impressive themed cells. Ready to find out if your team will emerge victorious?
📍 Teleportboulevard 84, Amsterdam, 1043 EJ
📅 Daily from 10am
⏳ ca. 90 minutes
💵 From €29, discounts for students and children!
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