Science Park Amsterdam is a university and research campus on the eastern edge of Amsterdam, just inside the A10 ring road. Its combination of academic institutions, transport links and visitor facilities makes it useful to know where you are headed before arriving.
- Location: eastern Amsterdam, just inside the A10 ring road.
- Opening pattern: the University of Amsterdam lists Science Park 904 as open Monday to Friday, 7:00–22:00, and Saturday and Sunday, 10:00–18:00.
- Rail: Amsterdam Science Park station is within walking distance of the Faculty of Science buildings.
- Bus: bus 40 serves Science Park and runs toward Amstelstation and Muiderpoortstation.
What and where is Science Park Amsterdam?
Science Park Amsterdam is a campus developed jointly by the City of Amsterdam, the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research and the University of Amsterdam. The site includes the University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam University College, CWI, AMOLF and Nikhef, alongside facilities for eating, drinking, parking and sports.
The University of Amsterdam gives Science Park 904, 1098 XH Amsterdam, as the address of its main building. The visitor map is a practical way to orient yourself: it marks the NS station, bus stops, car parks, bicycle parking and repair, cafés and restaurants, a supermarket, sports accommodation and information displays. Use the map to locate the specific organisation or facility you are visiting.
How do you get to Science Park Amsterdam from IJburg?
Rail and bus connections serve Science Park, while the campus visitor map helps you pinpoint stops and facilities once you arrive. The UvA identifies four bus stops around the site; bus 40 runs between Amsterdam Amstel and Amsterdam Muiderpoort via Science Park. For a broader overview of routes and tickets, use this guide to Amsterdam public transport from IJburg.
If you are driving, the University of Amsterdam’s route instructions direct drivers to take the A10 exit Watergraafsmeer/S113, follow signs for Science Park, then turn right for parking after passing under the train station.
The visitor map marks public paid car parks P1, P3 and P7. The UvA says visitors may park in P7, where parking is paid and spaces are limited.
Opening hours, bus services and parking arrangements can change, so check the official site before you go.
What should you know before entering the campus?
Visitor rules depend on the company or institute you are visiting, so contact your destination before arrival, especially if you need parking instructions. The campus map also helps you identify the correct building and the facilities around it.
At Science Park 904, wheelchair users who cannot use the main entrance swing door can use the intercom at the door to its left. Designated wheelchair parking spaces are available at Science Park, with their locations shown on the University of Amsterdam’s digital map.
What can you combine with a visit?
Gemeenlandshuis is a nearby historic stop to pair with a campus visit; from Four Elements Hotel, it is about 12 minutes by car. Its historic building offers a different point of interest from the campus institutions. Find background and location details in this guide to Gemeenlandshuis near Amsterdam Science Park.
FAQs
What is the address of the main building?
The University of Amsterdam gives the address as Science Park 904, 1098 XH Amsterdam.
Where can you find the campus map?
The Amsterdam Science Park website provides a visitor map covering organisations and facilities for eating, drinking, parking and sports.
Which institutions are based at Science Park?
The visitor map identifies the University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam University College, CWI, AMOLF and Nikhef among the site’s institutions.