Location: Aalsmeer
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Top 6 Things to do Good for Kids in Aalsmeer, North Holland Province
Aalsmeer ( pronunciation (help·info)) is a municipality and a town in the Netherlands, in the province of North Holland. Its name is derived from the Dutch for eel (aal) and lake (meer). Aalsmeer is bordered by the Westeinderplassen lake, the largest open water of the Randstad, and the Ringvaart Canal. The town is located 13 km (8 mi) southwest of Amsterdam.
Restaurants in Aalsmeer
1. Sloepverhuur Aalsmeer
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Private boat hire at the lake of Amsterdam - Westeinderplassen / Aalsmeer.
2. Royal Flora Holland
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4.5 based on 338 reviews
Prepare your visit: Go to the Google Play Store/Apple Store and download the IZI.TRAVEL app. Open the izi.TRAVEL app en click on the compass button on the lower left side of your screen. Type in 'Aalsmeer' via the search bar and open the Royal FloraHolland audiotour. Have fun! Our location at Aalsmeer is the largest trading centre for plants and flowers in the world. And it's just a stone's throw from Schiphol airport. The earlier you get here, the more you see. From the Visitor Centre, walk across a gallery through the auction complex. At the end of the gallery, you'll arrive at the auction halls where you'll see the flowers come before the auction clock. As you walk around, you'll find information panels which explain - in four languages - the auction process and the activities you'll be watching. There's no need to sign up for this tour in advance. You can also explore the auction with a professional guide. Reservation on the website, extra charge.
Reviewed By Monty458
Only an ant hill could challenge the Royal FloraHolland for logistics and when you see the large number of electric delivery vehicles scurrying around the 220 football fields of warehouse storage, a frenetic anthill immediately comes to mind. “Rarely have an accident!” the receptionist told me. “There are road rules like those applying to bicycles in the Netherlands!” she said. Sure! The statistics, like the logistics, are mind blowing. 30,000 different plants (and they all seemed to be perfect), 30 million plants sold per day, €8.8M of sales per day and 10 football fields of cold storage with flowers and plants delivered all around the World, within 24 hours to Europe and 48 hours elsewhere. All of this, including the extensive auction room, can be observed from the elevate walkway. So here is my challenge to you. You have 6,000 suppliers and 2,500 customers around the World plus the other statistics quoted above. How are you going to organise all of this? Walk around, study the shop floor movements and see if you can work out how it all works. At €8 entrance fee, the largest floor market in the World is well worth a visit. RECOMMENDED.
3. Westeinder Rondvaart Aalsmeer
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4.5 based on 17 reviews
So nice, the roof comes off!" Westeinder Boat trip is more than a tour, it is a voyage of discovery! There is a world open to you! We present a historical and fascinating story about the history of Aalsmeer and its lakes. You look out at us inside the boat and smell the water and the environment. This is the pure 'aalsmeer experience'! And that last for 21 years! Fixed sailing times from 1 May to 1 October are: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday at 11:00, 13:30 and 15:00, Saturday and Sunday at 13:30 and 15:00. Ofcourse you can sail at other times, but then you have tot contact us.Appointment for a tour are via the contact form or by telephone. Departure: On the terrace of the Historical Garden (1431 CV) Parking: Praamplein Square with blue disk, max 2 hours. Youre welcome!! Discover the Lake Amsterdam
4. Westeinderplassen
5. Mill the Lion
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4.0 based on 30 reviews
Corn windmill De Leeuw (the Lion), established at its current location for more than 150 years, is a landmark in the village of Aalsmeer. 22 volunteers keep this cultural heritage working as a living monument that accommodates a regional demand for traditionally milled flours. As part of the historic cultural education local primary schools, as well as tourists, often visit the mill. This monument is also used as a training and examination mill for apprentice millers. Thus Corn windmill De Leeuw is a cultural heritage that caters for traditionally milled flours and historical education.
Reviewed By TracyV535
We did not go inside as it was closed. Cool to find out the history. Very beautiful and easy walk from the city center.
