De Pijp: Amsterdam’s Most Vibrant Neighbourhood
De Pijp is where Amsterdam feels most alive. Narrow streets packed with independent restaurants, a world-famous open-air market, a leafy park perfect for lazy afternoons, and some of the best hands-on experiences in the city. The Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam sits right in the heart of it, on Albert Cuypstraat 194, which makes De Pijp the ideal starting point for anyone looking to combine authentic Dutch culture with great food and local atmosphere. Here are the best things to do in De Pijp Amsterdam, from a local who knows every corner of this neighbourhood.
Bake Your Own Stroopwafels at the Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam
Start your De Pijp day with the activity that puts this neighbourhood on the tourist map for all the right reasons. The Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam is a 45-minute hands-on baking experience where you press, fill, and decorate your own traditional Dutch stroopwafels with fresh caramel syrup. A professional Dutch baker walks you through every step, from mixing the dough to slicing the warm waffle open and drizzling in the sticky filling.
Sessions run daily from 10:00 to 17:00, with tickets starting from just 23.74 euros per person. Groups of 10 to over 60 people are welcome, making the Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam equally popular with couples, families, friend groups, and corporate teams. If you are planning a trip for two, it features on most Amsterdam date ideas for couples shortlists. You take your freshly baked stroopwafels home, along with the authentic recipe card and a Dutch coffee or tea to enjoy on the spot.
Explore the Albert Cuyp Market
Step outside the Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam and you are standing on Albert Cuypstraat, home to the Albert Cuyp Market. This open-air street market has been running since 1905 and stretches for over 250 stalls across roughly 500 metres. Monday through Saturday, from 09:00 to 17:00, you will find everything from fresh stroopwafels and raw herring to vintage clothes, flowers, cheese, and Surinamese roti.
The market is one of the most popular things to do in De Pijp Amsterdam for good reason. It is loud, colourful, and packed with locals doing their weekly shopping alongside tourists tasting Dutch street food for the first time. Try a warm stroopwafel from one of the stalls (you will appreciate it even more after baking your own at the Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam), pick up a chunk of aged Gouda, and grab a fresh juice from the fruit vendors near the middle of the market.
Relax in Sarphatipark
Just two blocks south of the Albert Cuyp Market, Sarphatipark is the green heart of De Pijp. Named after Samuel Sarphati, a 19th-century Amsterdam doctor and philanthropist, the park is a favourite spot for locals to read, picnic, walk their dogs, or simply sit under the old trees and do nothing at all. On sunny days, the grass fills up fast with groups of friends sharing wine and cheese from the market.
Sarphatipark is small enough to walk through in 10 minutes but inviting enough to stay for an hour. There is a pond, a playground, and the ornate Sarphati monument in the centre. For visitors doing all the things to do in De Pijp Amsterdam in one day, it is the ideal place to sit down between activities and soak up the neighbourhood atmosphere.
Eat and Drink Your Way Through De Pijp
De Pijp has more restaurants per square metre than almost any other Amsterdam neighbourhood. Here are the standouts worth booking or queuing for.
Brunch
Bakers and Roasters on Eerste Jacob van Campenstraat is the go-to brunch spot. The New Zealand and Brazilian-inspired menu includes banana pancakes, huevos rancheros, and pulled pork eggs benedict. Expect a queue on weekends, but it moves fast. CT Coffee and Coconuts on Ceintuurbaan occupies a converted 1920s cinema and serves excellent flat whites with avocado toast and acai bowls.
Dinner
For Indonesian, Tempo Doeloe on Utrechtsestraat (the border of De Pijp) serves one of the best rijsttafels in Amsterdam. For something more casual, Firma Pekelhaaring on Van Woustraat is a neighbourhood bistro with a seasonal Dutch and French menu. Both are within walking distance of the Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam and make a great way to end a day in De Pijp.
Drinks and Nightlife
The Butcher Social Club on Albert Cuypstraat combines craft cocktails with a hidden speakeasy concept. Cafe Berkhout on Stadhouderskade is a classic Amsterdam brown cafe with local beers on tap. For a more creative vibe, try Brouwerij Troost on Cornelis Troostplein, a brewpub producing its own Amsterdam-brewed beers in a former monastery. De Pijp’s bar scene is one of the best reasons to extend your visit past dinner. Browse food experiences in Amsterdam for more evening options.
Combine De Pijp with Other Dutch Experiences
If you are spending a full day in De Pijp, here is how to make the most of it beyond the neighbourhood itself.
The Tile Painting Workshop Amsterdam offers a second hands-on Dutch cultural experience where you paint your own traditional Delft Blue tile. Pair it with the Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam for a morning of authentic Dutch creativity: bake your own stroopwafels, then paint your own tile. Two uniquely Dutch souvenirs, both made by your own hands.
To see Amsterdam from the water, a canal cruise by Starboard departs from the city centre and takes you past 17th-century canal houses, houseboats, and bridges. It is the perfect way to wind down after a full day of walking, eating, and baking in De Pijp. Some cruises include drinks or cheese tastings on board.
The Heineken Experience is a 15-minute walk from Albert Cuypstraat and is one of the best indoor activities in Amsterdam for a rainy afternoon. The former brewery has been turned into an interactive tour covering the history of the Heineken brand, with two beers included at the end. It pairs naturally with a Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam session earlier in the day.
How to Get to De Pijp
De Pijp is one of the most accessible neighbourhoods in Amsterdam. Tram 24 stops at Albert Cuypstraat, putting you right at the market and a one-minute walk from the Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam at number 194. Metro 52 (North-South line) stops at De Pijp station, which is a five-minute walk south. From Amsterdam Centraal, the whole trip takes about 15 minutes by tram or metro. Cycling takes about 10 minutes from the centre. Check all Amsterdam activities by FunAmsterdam to plan your full itinerary before you arrive, or use our complete Amsterdam 2 day itinerary as a starting point.
A Half-Day De Pijp Itinerary
10:00 Bake your own stroopwafels at the Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam on Albert Cuypstraat 194. The 45-minute session is the perfect start to the day.
11:00 Walk through the Albert Cuyp Market. Try a raw herring with onions, sample aged Gouda, and pick up a bunch of tulips.
12:00 Brunch at Bakers and Roasters or CT Coffee and Coconuts.
13:30 Stroll through Sarphatipark with a coffee from one of the cafes on the park’s edge.
14:30 Visit the Tile Painting Workshop for a second Dutch cultural activity.
16:00 Grab a craft beer at Brouwerij Troost on Cornelis Troostplein.
17:30 Take a Starboard canal cruise through Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals as the sun starts to set.
Frequently Asked Questions About Things to Do in De Pijp Amsterdam
What is the best time to visit De Pijp Amsterdam?
The Albert Cuyp Market runs Monday through Saturday from 09:00 to 17:00, so weekday mornings are the least crowded. The Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam operates daily from 10:00 to 17:00. For the best atmosphere, visit on a Saturday morning when the market and terraces are buzzing with locals and visitors.
Is De Pijp safe for tourists?
De Pijp is one of the safest and most popular neighbourhoods in Amsterdam for visitors. The area around Albert Cuypstraat is busy with shops, restaurants, and market stalls during the day, and the bar scene keeps the streets lively in the evening. Standard city precautions apply: keep your belongings close in crowded areas.
Can I visit De Pijp with children?
Absolutely. The Albert Cuyp Market is fun for kids (especially the food stalls and stroopwafel stands, which carry on a tradition that started in Gouda around 1810), Sarphatipark has a playground, and the Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam welcomes families. The 45-minute baking session is short enough for younger visitors and they get to eat everything they make.
How long do I need to explore De Pijp?
A half day (4 to 5 hours) is enough to cover the Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam, the Albert Cuyp Market, Sarphatipark, and a meal at one of the local restaurants. For a full day, add the Heineken Experience, a canal cruise, or the Tile Painting Workshop.
Book Your Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam in De Pijp
De Pijp is the neighbourhood that makes Amsterdam feel real. And the Stroopwafel Workshop Amsterdam is the experience that makes De Pijp unforgettable. Bake your own fresh Dutch stroopwafels at Albert Cuypstraat 194, right in the heart of the action. Tickets start from 23.74 euros per person, with sessions running daily. Book your spot now and build the perfect De Pijp day around it.
