Child shopping in Amsterdam
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Broer & Zus
Cosy little ‘Bro & Sis’ specialises in Dutch designers and fabrics for kids, from birth to six years. You can get brands like Kidscase, tiny tops emblazoned with slogans like ‘Mr Charming’ and ‘Ladykiller’, and wild prints (think Hawaiian shirts).
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De Winkel Van Nijntje
Dutch illustrator Dick Bruna’s most famous character, Miffy (Nijntje in Dutch), is celebrated in toys and kids’ merchandise. Items range from pencils and soap bubbles to note pads, mouse pads, books, plush toys, clothing, playhouses, and even Royal Delftware plates.
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De Beestenwinkel
From teeny-tiny teddy bears to pink plastic pig snouts, this pleasantly crowded shop sells de best (the best) of de beesten (animals). Other bests: plush toys from great toy makers, lamps in animal shapes, and lots of plastic reptiles.
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Knuffels
Avert the kids’ eyes or they will be drawn by the irresistible force of bobbing mobiles from the ceiling of this busy corner shop. Adults, too, may be drawn in by the clogs, soft toys, puppets, teddies and jigsaw puzzles.
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Tinkerbell
The mechanical bear blowing bubbles outside this shop fascinates kids, as do the intriguing technical and scientific toys inside. You’ll also find historical costumes, plush toys and an entire section for babies.
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Joe’s Vliegerwinkel
Whether you’re after a kite for the kids that flies in nice patterns, or you’re looking for something more exotic, head to this specialised kite shop, where you can also buy build-it-yourself kits.
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Gone With the Wind
A delight for the kid in all of us, most of the items – toys, train sets, mobiles and games – are made from high-quality wood. Finger puppets, whimsical gifts and jewellery round out the selection.
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Keet in Huis
At this two-storey emporium, the young ones frolic in the play area while their superhip parents pick up Bugaboo strollers, funky room decor, nappy bags with flair and oodles of adorable clothing.
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Mechanisch Speelgoed
This fun shop is crammed full of nostalgic toys, including snow-domes, glow lamps, masks, finger puppets and wind-up toys. And who doesn’t need a good rubber chicken every once in a while?
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Pinokkio
This pleasant shop stocks wooden and educational toys, rocking horses, wooden vehicles, replica canal houses, mobiles and, of course, lots of Pinocchio dolls.
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