Sarphatipark: the De Pijp Neighbourhood Park in Amsterdam

Updated on October 8, 2026

The Sarphatipark is the neighbourhood park of De Pijp, between the Ceintuurbaan and the Eerste Jan Steenstraat, two streets from the Albert Cuyp market. Laid out in the English style in 1885 on 4.5 hectares, it is named after Samuel Sarphati (1813-1866), an Amsterdam physician and urban planner who had devised several projects for the city. Lawns, a pond lined with willows, curving paths and a monument at the centre: this is where the people of De Pijp picnic, read or exercise. Entry is free and unrestricted. The park is much quieter than the Vondelpark, about fifteen minutes' walk to the west, and makes an ideal break after the market or the Heineken Experience.

Highlights

The Sarphati monument

At the centre of the park, a stone monument from 1886 combines a bust of Samuel Sarphati, a fountain and gargoyles. The bust was removed during the German occupation and put back after the city's liberation.

The pond and the lawns

Around the pond, winding paths and small bridges make a walk of about twenty minutes. In fine weather the lawns fill with picnickers: a good moment to bring back food from the nearby market.

The streets around the park

The neighbouring streets mix cafés, bakeries and terraces, typical of De Pijp. For a walk around the district, see our guide to the De Pijp neighbourhood.

Practical info

Tips

Many cyclists use the paths: keep to the edges. Keep your belongings in sight, especially in the evening. Public toilets are rare: see our guide to toilets in Amsterdam. For a picnic, stop at the Albert Cuyp market first (closed on Sundays).

How to get there

Sarphatipark, 1073 Amsterdam (De Pijp). Metro line 52, De Pijp station, about 5 minutes on foot; trams 3 and 12 on the Ceintuurbaan, close by. On foot, allow about 15 minutes from the Rijksmuseum and 15 to 20 minutes from the Magere Brug.