For the little ones.
Art & Adventure at Albert Cuyp Market
Families of all sorts are welcome for LGBTour Amsterdam's kid-friendly and creativity-centered experience in the vibrant, multicultural neighborhood of 'De Pijp'.
Shayna, a local queer artist and educator, will be your guide for this 3-hour journey that's packed with hands-on fun for all ages. We'll investigate invisibility on a special sensory scavenger hunt at the famous Albert Cuyp Market. Then, we'll make some art together in the historic Sarphatipark. Plus much more!
It's a perfect way for kids and their parents or caregivers to discover (or rediscover) the Pijp while exploring the biggest street market in the Netherlands. You'll get a multi-perspective view of the area and gain special insights into yourself, your kiddo(s), and your group.
All are welcome! The rainbow is for everyone. 🏳️🌈
What will we do?
Embark for a rare, personalized way to experience De Pijp!
With space for curiosity, creativity, and connection as a family.
Explore, taste, and create together in De Pijp
Join us for an unforgettable 3-hour family adventure in one of Amsterdam's liveliest neighborhoods — full of discovery, creativity, and connection.
Visit the Albert Cuyp Market
We'll wander through the market, explore a world of smells and flavors, and let everyone choose their own yummy snacks. Then we'll enjoy a relaxed group picnic in Sarphatipark.
Create and have
fun together
After lunch, it's time to get creative! You and your kiddo(s) will make travel-sized artwork together. It will be a precious memory to take home.
A queer & bilingual guide
Your queer tour guide will guide curious young explorers and their parents in English, with Dutch up their sleeve as well!
Kid-friendly & relaxed
Three hours may sound like a lot, but don't worry; your guide is a parent herself and has thoughtfully included free-play moments and engaging, kid-friendly activities.
No experience needed
No art skills required! The projects are accessible to everyone, even if you think, "I can't even draw a stick figure." We've got you.
Who is this tour for?
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Rainbow families & allies (LGBTQIA+ parents, caregivers, and kids)
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Curious kids roughly aged 4 – 12 (activities are adaptable; siblings welcome)
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Families and chosen families looking for a safe, welcoming, and creative way to explore Amsterdam together
This tour is about connection — to the city, to creativity, and to each other.
Why parents love this tour
Led by a queer parent who understands what makes an activity feel truly safe
Small-group, personalized experience
A mix of movement, food, art, and rest
No pressure to perform! Creativity at every level is welcome
A multi-perspective look at one of Amsterdam’s liveliest neighborhoods
Where will we go
Itinerary highlights
Here's an overview of our sensory adventure!
Stop 1
Welcome, rainbow families
Meet your guide, get to know each other, and share expectations, and learn more about the neighborhood.
Stop 4
It's Art time!
Create a shared artwork inspired by the market experience.
Stop 2
Game: the invisible market
Enjoy a playful scavenger hunt exploring smells, textures, sounds, and colors in the area.
Stop 5
Sharing is caring
See the market through each other's eyes and share what you've made.
Stop 3
A yummy take-away for little gourmets
Choose your favorite market snacks for lunch and enjoy a well-deserved picnic with the group in Sarphatipark.
Stop 6
Wrapping up
Take home your artwork, plus a small packet with tips and extra goodies.
Meet Shayna, Your Queer Tour Guide
Hi! I'm Shayna. I’m an Amsterdam-based artist and experienced art educator. I love working with groups, sharing stories and using creativity to connect people — with themselves, each other, and the world around them.
As a queer parent, I also know the peace of mind it brings to find welcoming and safe activities that you can enjoy together as an LGBTQIA+ family. I'm thrilled to join Sanne’s team at LGBTOUR Amsterdam and offer you and your curious youngsters just that: creativity-centered experiences of Amsterdam for families of all sorts.
Looking for quality time together with your kids? Want to flex your creative muscles, meet other families, and get personalized perspectives of Amsterdam's most interesting locations along the way? Come join me for an immersive adventure in the city. I'll take the reins so you can enjoy the shared journey together as a family.
Duration & time slots
Duration: 3 hours
Available times:
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11:00 – 14:00
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14:30 – 17:30
Time slots don't line up with your schedule?
Just contact us. We'll try to make it work for you.
Starting & finish point
Starting point:
Albert Cuyp Market — eastern entrance, at the side of Van Woustraat.
We'll meet underneath the blue artwork entrance gate.
Your guide can be recognized by a tiny rainbow flag 🏳️🌈
Finish point:
Sarphatipark (near the art activity area)
Prices
*All prices include VAT.
What's included?
1 / Use of all art materials
2 / A take-home art project for each child
3 / LGBTour Amsterdam's queer city tips list
What's not included: Lunch and market snacks (chosen individually)
Carmen
"We had a great time doing the tour. Strolling the market with all our senses was an interesting way of discovering all kinds of food. I really liked the picnic in the park and sharing what we had found. I tasted some great new things and translating those experiences into art was really fun. Both my daughter and I had a great time. Shayna is a lovely person, kind, calm, curious and great with both adults and kids. She is passionate about the art we created. I would highly recommend the tour if you want a fun and educational activity where everybody feels welcome."
