An urban park in the heart of Amsterdam, Westerpark is an open relaxed environment to hangout in. The park borders the defunct Westergasfabriek (Gas Factory) and some residential areas. The park is well maintained and very picturesque with its lush grassy turf surrounded by trees and the surrounding canals, all you'd need is a blanket and lunch to make a picnic out of it. It is literally an oasis of green to the west of Central. Have a picnic, participate in the various cultural events that are hosted in the park all year round, play catch, the list is endless. Surrounded by cafés, restaurants, bars and other avenues of entertainment like cinemas and shops, the park is an ideal spot to come and take a breather to recharge yourself, it's a perfect spot to just to hang out and get some sun in the park.