What to do in Amsterdam with DS (5)?

[Moleyjay]

We are heading off on Saturday for three days. Any ideas on where to go and where to give a miss? We're staying near Vondel Park. Thanks

Take a boat trip. NEMO (science museum for kids). Bear in mind a lot of museums are closed on Mondays. Check out Amsterdam Mamas on fb or on their website for activities.

Thanks will check out website. Good tip about museums!

Definitely a boat trip and a wander round the canals either on foot or cycling - try and hire a bike.

I'd take your DS here as it's very close to Amsterdam:

www.dezaanseschans.nl/en/

I haven't been yet but my Dutch colleagues are always raving about it.

Go for pancakes. I like this place and nearly always go there when in Amsterdam for work. It's just down from Anne Frank's house:

www.pancake.nl/en/

Hello. I'm an Amsterdam blogger focussing primarily on families. I'm also the Family Blogger for the City of Amsterdam site IAmsterdam

Loads of recommendations for kids that age on my blog including suggestions for a 48 hour itinerary.

Check it out and please don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions or if I can help

amsterdamwonderland.com/category/kids/