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Getting Around Amsterdam
Amsterdam and the Netherlands have an excellent integrated public transport network. The Dutch train service is generally very good and reasonable value for money. Amsterdam itself has an extensive transport system comprising trams, buses, ferries and the Metro - with some 1,900 stops in total. Note that the flexible "Strippenkaart" ticket has been replaced by the "OV Chipkaart" smart card system. |
Driving in Amsterdam is not really recommended - the streets are tight and parking
is expensive. The centre of Amsterdam is explored easily enough on foot or by
bicycle. You should also get out on the water by taking a canal cruise around
the city or hopping on a free Ij ferry. |
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| Public Transport & Tickets in Amsterdam: | |
| Amsterdam Public Transport Ticket Types | |
| The best options for visitors to the city including multi-day tickets. | |
| The OV Chipkaart | |
| The new smart ticket system in Amsterdam and Netherlands. | |
| Amsterdam Metro & Network Map | |
| The metro can get you quickly to the outer suburbs of the city. | |
| Travel by Tram in Amsterdam | |
| A fun and efficient way to travel around Amsterdam. | |
| Buses in Amsterdam | |
| There are various bus services to the airport and around the region. | |
| Amsterdam Ferry Services | |
| Local ferry services in and around Amsterdam. | |
| The Strippenkaart | |
| Discontinued ticket - since June 2010 no longer valid in Amsterdam. | |
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| By Train: | |
| How To Buy A Dutch Train Ticket | |
| Tips on where to buy and which types of ticket you need. | |
| Amsterdam Train Network Map | |
| Our map of rail lines and stations in Amsterdam. | |
| Amsterdam Train Stations | |
| An overview of all train stations in Amsterdam. | |
| Dutch Railways Guide | |
| A quick look at the rail network in Netherlands | |
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| By Car: | |
| Taxis in Amsterdam | |
| Overview of taxi services (and bike taxis) in Amsterdam. | |
| Driving in Amsterdam | |
| Tips on driving, parking and renting a car. | |
| Greenwheels Car Sharing Scheme | |
| If you need only occasional use of a car. | |
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| By Bike: | |
| Cycling in Amsterdam | |
| Go local and get on your bike. | |
| Bike Rental in Amsterdam | |
| Bike tour and rental outfits in the city. | |
| OV Fiets | |
| Cheap, country-wide bike rental membership scheme for residents. | |
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| Other Related Articles: |
| Amsterdam Map |
| Tips on getting your bearings around the city. |
| 'Rondvaart' Canal Cruises |
| Experience Amsterdam by boat from its historic canals. |