AMSTERDAM TRANSPORTATION TIPS
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   Schiphol Airport

 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol sits 20 km (14 miles) southwest of Amsterdam's city center.  Europe's fourth-largest airport, it is well-connected to public transport.  From the main arrival plaza:
 
* trains run (from platforms 1 and 2) every 10 minutes to Centraal Station in the center of Amsterdam for € 3.60.  Buy your ticket before boarding (from the ticket machines or, for a €.50 surcharge, from the ticket window) to avoid an extra €35 in penalty when buying a ticket on the train!

* national taxi service called Schiphol Travel Taxi runs between the airport and central Amsterdam. 
     
* service called Connexxion runs a shuttle at ten-minute intervals to hotels all over the city.  (Inquire about this inside the main arrival plaza.)  Tickets cost €11 one-way and €17.50 round-trip.  Limos can also be reserved in advance.
 
 
 Tram AmsterdamTrains, Trams and Underground

Amsterdam Central Station is a major hub for trains and trams. Trams run until just past midnight (12:15 a.m). Click metro map for an overview.  You might wish to invest in the discount card known as "I amsterdam” card (previously known as 'Amsterdam pass'), a discount card which gives you free transit within the city, free canal boat tour, and free access to several museums.  You also receive a 50% discount on P+R parking.  The price is 38 Euros for 24 hours, 48 Euros for 48 hours, and 58 Euros for 72 hours. Since Amsterdam is a highly walkable city (filled with scenic spots at every turn), you might want to discover the city mostly on foot.

 
   Traveling by Bus, Taxi, Car or Bike

Buses travel primarily to outlying suburbs, useful when trams are less frequent. You can also catch a night bus from midnight to early morning (7 a.m.).  Their routes connect with Leidseplein, Rembrandtplein and the Central Station.

To call a city taxi, dial 0900.677.7777.  Expect to pay €1.80 per km regardless of the time of day, and a 5%-10% tip is appreciated.

Cars in Amsterdam face the challenge of finding parking.  For tips on parking on the street or in car parks, click here.  Note that parking at Amsterdam's Centraal (train) station costs 3.4 Euros per hour and 42.50 Euros per day.

Amsterdam is a bike-friendly city. There are several places for tourists to rent bikes in the city. Click here to learn more about cycling routes in the city.
 
  Sightseeing info

A Canal Cruise website can get you started exploring the city by water, with many helpful links. 


 EuropeHotels.com hopes you enjoy your stay in Amsterdam!