Olympisch Stadion

I lucked out staying at a long-stay apartment-hotel just across from the Olympic Stadium, so of course among the first thing I did was check this place out.

I thought it was a lovely intimate space, and the art deco heritage is very apparent (it was built for the 1928 Olympics). Also, the current usage, with lots of sports-related stores located in the lower levels is a most clever usage of space. There's a whole bunch of great sporting statues all around the stadium and the weekend I arrived, the stadium was actually being used for the Amsterdam Triathalon event.

One thing I would suggest, is actually when you come out, walk towards the right as there is this cool bridge over the canal, leading up to the Olympic stadium if you are coming from the Amsteelveen station and it has these carvings reminiscent of ancient Greek statues, but in an Art Deco style, which are so terribly beautiful.

Its free to visit, so if in the area with a couple of hours to spare, recommend coming and checking it out!

Yelp 173/ 2018