7x Must do's in Almere Buiten

Almere has several districts where you can find fun things to do. Bowling, eating out or maybe swimming? It's all possible in Almere Buiten. Curious about the activities you can do or the places you can visit? We have already listed 7 for you.

Nature experience centre de Oostvaarders
The Oostvaardersplassen is a very beautiful nature reserve in Almere Buiten. If you want to learn more about this beautiful nature reserve, then Natuurbelevingcentrum de Oostvaarders is a good place to start. Here you can learn all about the nature reserve and the animals living there. At weekends, there are regularly varied nature activities for young and old, such as lectures, performances and workshops. Ask all your questions to the assistant foresters of the Forestry Commission and observe the animals. These can be observed in the area with the telescopes and binoculars you can find on the first floor. Looking for a venue for a meeting or a location? Then this is also highly recommended!

Youth Country Outdoors
For those looking for adventure, look no further! Jeugdland Buiten is an adventure building playground for children and teenagers aged 7 to 14. Children under 7 are also welcome under the supervision of parents/carers. Here you can build your own wooden huts, go-karting, play football, have fun in the sandpit and many more fun activities. Have fun!

Almere Buiten shopping centre
The shopping centre of Almere Buiten offers great shopping with a wide choice of shops. Every first Sunday of the month, the shops in Almere Buiten are also open. On Thursdays, a market can be found on Globeplein and Rio de Janeiroplein from 9am to 2pm. There is everything from big-brand shops to speciality shops. For lunch and dinner, you'll have plenty of choice here, plus there are regular activities and events for young and old.

Leisure centre De Vrijbuiter
If you feel like swimming, you should go to De Vrijbuiter in Almere Buiten. Playing, sliding in the slide, swimming in the rapids, it's all possible! You can also relax in the steam or herbal baths. If you start to get hungry, you can always go to the Vrijbuiter's cafés and restaurants for chips or a nice ice cream. On Friday evenings, the youngsters have Aqua Disco swimming with a light show and music. De Vrijbuiter is also the place to be for children's parties.

FunZone
You will find the most beautiful playground at FunZone in Almere buiten. Children up to 12 years can have fun and come and play in the indoor playground, slide down the slides, climb in the climbing frames, ball pits and much more! Between games, children can dance in the children's disco and there is entertainment for young and old. There are weekly changing activities such as theme days, face painting and games. Parents/guardians can enjoy some treats in the well-organised restaurant, so you can enjoy yourself and keep an eye on things at the same time. FunZone is ideal for celebrating children's parties and school trips!

The Regenboogbuurt and Island Districts
Almere Buiten consists of several neighbourhoods - take a look at the Regenboogbuurt and Eilandenbuurt for beautiful architecture.

The Regenboogbuurt is known as the most colourful city in the Netherlands. In the neighbourhood, you can find varied architecture in which colour is central. The colours of façades, houses and public spaces are coordinated. You will also find colours in the street names. A good example are the Rooie Donders, which can be seen from the A6 motorway.

Eilandenbuurt consists of streets all named after islands. The special thing is that the street names are arranged geographically by ocean together. In addition, many houses are built along the water as if you live on an island. Eilandenbuurt also has many canals, unusual architecture and lots of greenery. Among others, you will find the Katterugwoningen.