Best terraces in Amsterdam Zuid

Strandzuid

While the city centre boasts most of the historic canals, Amsterdam Zuid has its own share of waterside terraces, including Strandzuid, a place where guests can visit the beach while staying in the city. The restaurant’s menu has plenty of fish, meat and vegetarian options, and for a summertime flavour boost, many dishes are prepared on the traditional charcoal grill. Strandzuid is located just a short walk away from the gorgeous floral gardens of Beatrixpark and the RAI Amsterdam Conference Centre.

Strandzuid | Europaplein 22, Zuid

Gent aan de Schinkel

Gent aan de Schinkel is a tremendous little Belgian-style café behind the Vondelpark. Enjoy views of the water while boats pass by on the Schinkel River. The selection of beers and informal atmosphere makes for a great afternoon by the water.

Gent aan de Schinkel | Theophile de Bockstraat 1, Oud-Zuid

Schinkelhaven

Just up the road, Schinkelhaven is a cosy neighbourhood joint - the perfect spot to read the morning paper with a coffee or have an after work borrel. The large streetside terrace is shaded by umbrellas and it comes alive in the late afternoon.

Schinkelhaven | Amstelveenseweg 126, Oud-Zuid

Vondeltuin

At the southernmost tip of the Vondelpark, you will find the idyllic Vondeltuin. Here, you can enjoy the greenery, a relaxed atmosphere and tasty snacks and drinks surrounded by the sound of bird songs. There’s an excellent park for the kids to play in whilst parents natter away on the garden terrace.

Vondeltuin | Vondelpark 7, Oud-Zuid

't Blauwe Theehuis

In the middle of the famed Vondelpark, you’ll find the (perhaps equally famous) Blauwe Theehuis. Built in 1937 and now featuring over 700 outdoor seats, this café, whose building has been likened to a spaceship, has one of the largest terraces in Europe. Enjoy the singing birds, fresh air and soothing sights, along with a sandwich, snacks and a drink to top it all off.

’t Blauwe Theehuis | Vondelpark 5, Oud-Zuid

Carter

Carter Bar & Kitchen has a comfortable outdoor space on the Valeriusstraat in Zuid, within walking distance from both Vondelpark and Museumplein. Enjoy modern French bistro dishes in the chic and sophisticated interiors or delicious cocktails on the sun-drenched terrace.

Carter Bar & Kitchen | Valeriusstraat 85, Oud-Zuid

George WPA

Feel like a real Parisian at this stylish brasserie located just a few minutes from Vondelpark. Guests can sit in the sun almost all day long on the large, crisp white terrace and enjoy a club sandwich, one of their wafer-thin pizzas or quintessentially French dishes such as confit duck. Finish off your meal with a classic martini, served the way you like it.

George WPA | Willemsparkweg 74, Oud-Zuid

Wildschut

With its iconic 1920s architecture, Wildschut is one of Amsterdam’s most well-known and oldest grand cafes. The large terrace is particularly recognisable and offers a great place to people-watch while soaking up some rays. Tuck into international dishes from the varied menu.

Wildschut | Roelof Hartplein 1-3, De Pijp

Tolbar

This cafe bar is a bit of a hidden gem in De Pijp. Tolbar is part of Cinetol, a creative space and venue for art and culture, so there’s always something more to enjoy than just the food, drinks and a sunny spot on the terrace. Enjoy a sandwich for lunch, socialise with friends during the evening, or chow down on hearty comfort foods for dinner.

Tolbar | Tolstraat 182, De Pijp