Albert Cuyp Market

The Basics

The market has more than 300 stalls lining both sides of Albert Cuypstraat offering food—fruit, vegetables, cheese, fish, and spices—as well as clothes, beauty products, electronics, and bedding at low prices. The melting pot of local residents means multiple cultures are represented at the market, including aromatic Turkish, Moroccan, and Surinamese foods and colorful furnishings.

Travelers have many choices to explore Albert Cuyp Market as part of a half-day or full-day group or private tour that includes adventures on a hop-on hop-off bus, a canal cruise, or a guided walking experience of the De Pijp district.

Things to Know Before You Go

• The Albert Cuyp Market is suitable for travelers of all ages.

• The area around the market is crammed with international restaurants, including curry houses, Asian noodle bars, and street food vendors.

• Don’t forget to sample local specialty—freshly baked stroopwafels, dripping with syrup.

• Tours may include roundtrip hotel transport, food and beverages and admission fees. Check specific tours for details.

• Some tours may not be wheelchair friendly.

How to Get There

The Albert Cuyp Market is located on Albert Cuypstraat in the De Pijp district. The closest public tram are Stadhouderskade, Albert Cuypstraat, Ferdinand Bolstraat, and Van Woustraat. From central Amsterdam, it's about a 5-minute a taxi ride or a 30-minute walk.

When to Get There

The market is open year-round, Monday to Saturday, 9:30am to about 5pm. In winter, if the weather is inclement, the market may close early. The popular destination is always busy but generally less crowded on weekday mornings. For smaller crowds and mild temperatures, visit Amsterdam between April and May or September and November—just before or after the summertime high tourist season.

Shop Til You Drop

There are many shopping opportunities in Amsterdam. In addition to the Albert Cuyp Market, there's Waterlooplein flea market selling old records, old photographs, vintage clothes, secondhand sunglasses, and many fun curiosities; the world- famous floating flower market on the Singel Canal; and Black Market Bazaar, one of Europe’s largest indoor markets, carrying everything under the sun, from furniture and electronics to fashion and cosmetics.

Ways to explore

Amsterdam’s status as a cultural melting pot means diverse nationalities are represented at the market, including aromatic Turkish, Moroccan, and Surinamese foods, plus colorful furnishings. That said, Albert Cuyp Market is a staple of street food tours, which take you to a mix of international and traditionally Dutch stalls to sample herring, Gouda cheese, and bitterballen (meat croquettes). You can also explore Albert Cuyp Market as part of a hop-on hop-off bus, a canal cruise, or a walking tour of the De Pijp district.

Accessibility

Albert Cuyp Market features flat surfaces that are easy to navigate with wheelchairs or strollers. However, weekend crowds can make moving through the market challenging.

Age limits

None

What to pack

Pack tote bags to fill with your purchases. Some vendors don’t accept cards, so bring cash.

What to wear

Wear comfortable shoes and keep your valuables secure, as this is a crowded area.

Not allowed

Sitting on the pavement and obstructing foot traffic

Amenities

Albert Cuyp Market is an outdoor street market of stalls, so you won’t find any attached facilities.

Address

The Albert Cuyp Market is on Albert Cuypstraat in the De Pijp district, nicknamed the Latin Quarter due to its rich cultural and creative scene.

Driving

Driving in Amsterdam is typically not recommended for tourists: parking is expensive, the roads are narrow, and there are low-emission and zero-emission zones to navigate. Make like a local and hire a bike instead.

Public transportation

The closest public trams to the market are Stadhouderskade, Albert Cuypstraat, Ferdinand Bolstraat, and Van Woustraat. From central Amsterdam, it's about a 30-minute walk.

Best times to visit

The market is open from 9:30am to 5pm—coincide your visit with breakfast or lunch.

Best days to visit

The popular destination is always busy, but it is generally less crowded on weekday mornings, although some vendors close on certain days. Note that it is closed on Sundays.

Best months to visit

For smaller crowds and mild temperatures, visit Amsterdam in April, May, September, or November, before or after the summertime high tourist season.

Special events

During the holiday season, Albert Cuyp has special festive stalls selling Christmas-themed food, drinks, and souvenirs.