Markets in Amsterdam near Museumplein range from the neighbourhood stalls of Albert Cuyp Market to the central options at Noordermarkt and Waterlooplein Market. Albert Cuyp is the natural choice for a De Pijp browse; the other two suit a visit focused on antiques, vintage goods and other market finds.
- De Pijp: Albert Cuyp Market is served by metro, tram and bus routes.
- Central market: Waterlooplein Market is behind Amsterdam’s town hall.
- Market days: Noordermarkt has Monday and Saturday hours; Waterlooplein is open Monday through Saturday.
- Getting to Albert Cuyp: De Pijp station is about a 13-minute walk from Budget Trianon Hotel.
Albert Cuyp Market for a neighbourhood browse
Albert Cuyp Market is the De Pijp choice, with several public-transport routes serving the market area. Metro 52 passengers can get off at De Pijp and use either exit to reach the market. Tram 4 stops at Albert Cuypmarkt on Van Woustraat; cross the street to Albert Cuypstraat.
Trams 3 and 12 stop at Ceintuurbaan, Ferdinand Bolstraat or Van Woustraat, from where you can walk north toward the market. Tram 24 passengers can get off at Marie Heinekenplein, a five-minute walk away. Bus 356 also serves the market via the Van Woustraat stop.
If you’re staying near Museumplein, De Pijp station is a practical access point for this market area. For route planning beyond this trip, see the guide to getting around Amsterdam from the Museumplein area.
Which central Amsterdam market should you choose?
Noordermarkt and Waterlooplein Market are central alternatives, with different market-day patterns and ranges of goods.
Noordermarkt
Noordermarkt is at Noordermarkt, 1015 MV Amsterdam. Its history dates to the 17th century, when traders began with pots, pans and a cloth market. Saturday offerings include antiques and curiosities, books and prints, textiles, glassware, tableware, jewellery, vintage clothing, paintings and graphics.
Choose Saturday for that broad mix of vintage, collectible and everyday finds. Noordermarkt also opens on Easter Monday and Whit Monday.
Waterlooplein Market
Waterlooplein Market is at Waterlooplein 2, 1011 NZ Amsterdam, behind the city’s town hall. The market has about 300 stalls, with antiques and curiosities, books, food and drink, clothing and accessories, art, music, shoes, jewellery, souvenirs, bags and second-hand or vintage items.
Its wide range makes it a useful central alternative if you want to browse several kinds of stalls in one place. For a route that combines the area with nearby sights, see this one-day Museumplein walk.
When are Amsterdam’s markets open?
Noordermarkt and Waterlooplein Market have different regular opening patterns, so check the details for the market you plan to visit.
- Noordermarkt: Monday, 9:00–14:00; Saturday, 9:00–16:00.
- Waterlooplein Market: Monday through Saturday, 9:30–18:00.
For Noordermarkt on Monday, the Amsterdam market regulation gives sales hours as 8:30–14:00 and says stallholders must occupy their places from at least 9:00 until at least 13:00.
The published hours differ, so allow for that distinction when planning an early visit. Before you go: check the official site before you go for current market hours and transport information; use I amsterdam for Noordermarkt and the market operators for Waterlooplein and Albert Cuyp.
How do you get from Museumplein to a market?
For Albert Cuyp Market, use the De Pijp metro stop or one of the nearby tram stops, then follow the operator’s directions for the final walk. The hotel is close to De Pijp station: it’s about a 13-minute walk from staying near Museumplein.
For Waterlooplein Market, the operator places the market behind Amsterdam’s town hall in the city centre. Noordermarkt’s address is Noordermarkt, 1015 MV Amsterdam. Check a current route from Museumplein for either central market, and use the Amsterdam public-transport guide to compare your options.
FAQs
Which Amsterdam market is open on Saturday?
Noordermarkt is listed as open Saturday from 9:00 to 16:00. Waterlooplein Market is open Monday through Saturday, 9:30–18:00.
What can you find at Noordermarkt?
Saturday stalls include antiques and curiosities, books and prints, textiles, glassware, jewellery, vintage clothing, paintings and graphics, among other goods.
How do you reach Albert Cuyp Market by metro?
Take metro 52 to De Pijp and use either exit to reach the market.
Where is Waterlooplein Market?
It is at Waterlooplein 2, 1011 NZ Amsterdam, behind the city’s town hall.