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One of the most colorful and fragrant places in Amsterdam, the Bloemenmarkt, or Amsterdam Flower Market, is the only floating flower market in the world.
Located on the renowned Singel Canal, the market dates from 1862, the flower stalls stand on houseboats and remind visitors of the old days when the market was supplied daily by boat on the Amstel River. Comprised of fixed barges, each with a glasshouse built atop, it provides the the optimum environment for flowers throughout the year. Throughout the market, there is an abundance of activity and merchandise with tulips, narcissus, geraniums, snowdrops, carnations, violets, peonies, orchids and other types of flowers available for purchase. The flowers are available as bouquets, single flowers and bulbs and a large variety of the bulbs are packaged and ready for export (be sure they have a customs cleared stamp on the packet). House plants, herbs and seeds can also be found.
Even when not in full bloom as during the spring and summer months, the market is worth a visit. During December, there are Christmas trees, wreaths and other greenery.
If you don’t want to go thought the hassle of visiting agriculture upon your re-entry into the United States, there are a wide variety of Dutch souvenirs available for purchase, including clogs, wooden tulips and cheese.
Rain or shine, if you love color and flowers, make the Bloemenmarkt a part of your trip to the Venice of the North. Though the best months to experience the market is in March, April or May, it is a great spot to find tulips or just enjoy the atmosphere at any time of the year!
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The Bloemenmarkt
- Address: Singel 630-600, 1017 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Hours: Monday to Saturday, 0900-1730, Sunday, 1130-1730
- Admission: free
- Getting There: The Amsterdam Flower Market is located on the Singel canal between the Koningsplein and the Muntplein. Tram lines 1, 2, 5 and 16 can be taken from Central Station.