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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 Note that the flexible "Strippenkaart" ticket has been replaced by the "OV Chipkaart" smart card system.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. | |
| City Center Line Bus Amsterdam | |
| Hopper bus service which loops around the city centre. | |
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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. | |
| Trains in Netherlands | |
| A guide to domestic Dutch train services. | |
| 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 | |
| Some tips on using the rail network in Netherlands. | |
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| On the Water: | |
| Amsterdam Ferry Services | |
| Local ferry services in and around Amsterdam. | |
| 'Rondvaart' Canal Cruises | |
| Take a glass-topped boat tour of Amsterdam's historic canals. | |
| Canal Travel in Amsterdam | |
| Options include hiring a boat, renting a pedalo, water taxi or gondola. | |
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| By Car: | |
| Taxis in Amsterdam | |
| Overview of taxi services in Amsterdam. | |
| Driving in Amsterdam | |
| Some tips on driving in the Netherlands. | |
| Parking in Amsterdam | |
| Car park options for Amsterdam. | |
| Greenwheels Car Sharing Scheme | |
| If you need only occasional use of a car. | |
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| On Foot or By Bike: | |
| Walking in Amsterdam | |
| Amsterdam on foot is cheap and easy - plus walking tours available. | |
| Cycling in Amsterdam | |
| Go local and get on your bike. | |
| Bike Rental in Amsterdam | |
| Bike tour and rental outfits in the city. | |
| Bike Taxis (Wielertaxi) in Amsterdam | |
| Hire a bike cab with driver in Amsterdam. | |
| OV Fiets | |
| Cheap, country-wide bike rental membership scheme for residents. | |
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| Discontinued: | |
| Stop/Go Bus in Amsterdam | |
| Bus service which ran along the Prinsengracht, stopped January 2011. | |
| The Strippenkaart | |
| Discontinued ticket - since June 2010 no longer valid in Amsterdam. | |