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How to Get to Amsterdam RAI Convention Centre
Amsterdam RAI is the largest convention centre in Netherlands. With an exhibition area of over 90,000m^2, the RAI is a popular choice for both national and international fairs, conferences, sports and cultural events. Let's discuss how visitors can get to the Amsterdam RAI and the hotel choices for the area. |
The Amsterdam RAI is located just inside the A10 southern ring road of Amsterdam and is easily accessible by both car and public transport. Extensive parking facilities cater for over 5,000 cars - and that generally costs €15 per day for exhibition visitors.
Public Transport
If coming from Schiphol airport you can take a train directly to Amsterdam RAI station, which is adjacent to the exhibition centre, about 300m walk away. The train comes frequently and the trip takes just over 10 minutes - RAI is the second stop from Schiphol just after Amsterdam Zuid station. Check the overhead boards at Schiphol station to ensure your train stops at Amsterdam RAI. You should not take a train to Amsterdam Central which goes via another route.
The cost of the train ticket in 2010 is €2.50 one-way (€4.30 in first class). Alternatively, a taxi from the airport will cost €30-35.
To travel between Amsterdam RAI and Amsterdam centre you have a few choices. By public transport there is Amsterdam metro line 51 or tram line 4 both of which go to central station. A taxi to the centre of the city should cost €15-20.
Check out our Amsterdam Metro Map
Hotel options for Amsterdam RAI visitors You need to decide whether you wish to stay at Amsterdam RAI, in the southern part of the city or nearer the centre of Amsterdam. Click here for a full listing of hotels near RAI with booking rates up to 80 % off. The following 2 hotels are sited next to the Amsterdam RAI on the other side of the ring road / rail track and are within easy walking distance. They are also convenient for their access to Schiphol airport. Novotel Amsterdam City - A very convenient and comfortable 4 star hotel for RAI visitors. Holiday Inn Amsterdam - 4 star property and popular choice.
For large events it is best to reserve rooms at the above hotels well in advance as they can get fully booked. Other hotel options in the Amsterdam South district: Citizen M Amsterdam City - Stylish concept hotel with small rectangular rooms, high spec. fittings and free wifi. Great for single travellers and good value, Neat the Amsterdam World Trade Center, 1.2 km from the RAI. Bilderberg Garden Hotel - Excellent 5 star option 2 km away (5 minutes drive) from the RAI. Close to the Museum quarter and Vondelpark, the hotel has a very good restaurant and terrace. Wyndham Apollo - Very good upscale 4 star hotel in the south of Amsterdam on a waterfront setting with well equipped rooms. 1.5km from RAI. Okura Hotel - Luxurious 5 star hotel on Ferdinand Bol straat in the charming De Pijp district of Amsterdam South. Only 1.5 km from RAI with the centre of Amsterdam easily accessible. The hotel has 2 Michelin star restaurants including Ciel Bleu on the 33rd floor with fine panoramic views. Bicycle Hotel - Quirky small Dutch-run hotel also in the atmospheric De Pijp neighbourhood. Good budget option for those who prefer to stay away from big hotel chains. 1.8km from RAI. Hotel Victorie - Hip hotel with free wifi and breakfast included, located in the Rivierenbuurt district 1.5km from RAI. A good value choice. NH Museum Quarter - Decent 4 star property on the edge of the fine museum district of Amsterdam. Just over 2km from the RAI. |
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