Easter in Amsterdam

With the tulips in bloom and spring in the air, there is no better place to be than in Amsterdam during the long Easter weekend. In 2019, Easter Sunday falls on 21 April. 

Enjoy an exquisite brunch in one of Amsterdam’s finest hotels, hunt for eggs in a historical zoo, visit one of the city’s museums or simply come to admire the flowers – there’s plenty to do from Friday to Monday for a fun and relaxing weekend break.

Plan ahead

The traffic in Amsterdam is expected to be very busy over the Easter weekend due to high numbers of visitors, and roadworks taking place in the city. Please plan your journey ahead and consider travelling by public transport rather than car. 

Easter event highlights

Passion concerts

Around Easter time in Amsterdam, one famous classical composition tends to dominate the concert halls and churches: Johan Sebastian Bach’s St. Matthew Passion. But classical music fans can also embrace a variety of momentous Christ-inspired works.

Awakenings Easter Special

An institution in the Netherlands, Awakenings are behind some of the country’s most legendary techno events and they’re back to help you kick-start your Easter celebrations.
Artis Vlinderpaviljoen Amsterdam Vlinder met kind

Easter treasure hunt

Amsterdam's Artis have hatched a plan to make this Easter extra-cracking. Their well-known Easter Egg hunt gives visitors the chance to go on an egg scavenger hunt across the zoo.
Kirsten van Santen DGTL Festival Amsterdam

DGTL Festival

Catering to fans of top-notch beats, the DGTL Festival ireturns to Amsterdam's NDSM Wharf this Easter to once again pump out some of the best underground electronica going.
The Passion

The Passion

Coinciding with Bijlmer's 50th anniversary, The Passion 2018 retells the Biblical tale of Jesus Christ, featuring performances from well-known Dutch celebrities.

Easter in Amsterdam: Get inspired!

Pinic in Amsterdamse Bos

5 perfect picnic spots

Make the most of Amsterdam’s shy sunny days by heading off for a picnic away from the city-centre crowds. From grassy fields to foodie markets and a f...

Passion concerts

Around Easter time in Amsterdam, one famous classical composition tends to dominate the concert halls and churches: Johan Sebastian Bach’s St. Matthew...
V C PettingZoos Edwin van Eis

Petting zoos

Petting zoos are the perfect way to give city kids a taste of life in the countryside. Amsterdam is home to a remarkable number of locations where you...
Tulips close up and Windmill Cris Toala Olivares

Flowers of Amsterdam

If you're lucky enough to visit Amsterdam in spring, don't miss a visit to the nearby flower growing region. See the tulip gardens at Keukenhof Garden...

Buy your tickets for the Flower Strip

Practical information

Amsterdam canal houses Damrak, Merijn Roubroeks

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