Tickets can be purchased from the GVB app, ticket machines and GVB information points.

Transportation between Schiphol Airport and Amsterdam

Summary Transportation modes and prices can be found here!

Train

Runs between the airport and Centraal Station multiple times per hour (including hourly night service).

Fare: €6.70, ages 4-11 €2.50, under 3 free.

Find schedules here after entering your route.

Bus

Bus 397 (Amsterdam Airport Express) runs to Elandsgracht bus station, with multiple stops (e.g., Rijksmuseum). Night service runs as N97.

Fare: €6.50 one-way, €11.75 return.

Schedule available here!

Public transportation

The city has excellent public transport: bus, tram, metro, and even water taxi.

Important: You must validate your ticket/pass both when boarding and alighting by scanning at the reader. Exception: metro-to-metro transfers only require validation when exiting the station.

Amsterdam is famous as a cycling capital. Find bicycle rental locations here!

It is also worth mentioning the ferry transport! There are several boat services between the districts: the most used is the one between the main station and the opposite side (Buiksloterweg). All boat services are free! For more information about the services, click here!

Single ticket (GVB 1 hour)

Valid for unlimited transfers within one hour.

Fare: €3.40

Night bus (GVB Night)

Regular tickets not valid; separate night ticket required. Valid for one journey.

Fare: €6.50

Day tickets (GVB Day and GVB Multi-day)

Available from 24 to 168 hours. Valid from first use, not calendar days.

Fares:

• 24 hours: €9.50, ages 4-11 €5
• 48 hours: €15.50
• 72 hours: €21.50
• 96 hours: €27
• 120 hours: €34
• 144 hours: €38.50
• 168 hours: €42.50

Amsterdam Travel Ticket

This ticket allows unlimited travel within Amsterdam and is valid for the train between Schiphol Airport and the city, the 397 and the night bus N97.

Tickets are available for 1, 2 and 3 days. It is valid for a calendar day, from 0.00 a.m. one day until 4.00 a.m. the next.

Fares:

• 1 day: €18
• 2 days: €24
• 3 days: €30

Find ticket prices here!

Route planner available here!

Amsterdam transportation maps

Find downloadable maps here!

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Best museums in Amsterdam

Rijksmuseum (State Museum)

The national museum of the Netherlands, which has a large art collection.

You can see many works by Dutch masters, including the world’s largest Rembrandt collection. In addition, Van Gogh’s paintings are among the most famous.

The exhibits occupy three floors, where you can see works not only by Dutch but also foreign celebrities, such as Goya, Rubens, El Greco. A special exhibition is the Dollhouse.

All information can be found here!

Van Gogh Museum

The life of one of the most famous post-impressionist painters was tragic. Towards the end of his life, he only kept in touch with his brother within the family and was on the verge of nervous breakdown several times. In one instance, he cut off his left ear with a razor.

Despite living only 37 years, he left behind many creations.

His largest collection is found here: about 200 paintings, 550 sketches, and 700 letters. In addition, his collection of Japanese prints is also on display.

Works by contemporaries can also be viewed, such as Monet, Gauguin, Picasso, Signac.

It’s very popular among tourists, often expect crowding.

All information can be found here!

Rembrandt House

The former house of the other famous painter, Rembrandt, can be considered a museum where we can learn about his life. He created many of his famous paintings here and also received his students here.

The permanent exhibition showcases Rembrandt’s art, including his drawings, etchings, and some paintings. Most of his paintings are in the Rijksmuseum.

All information can be found here!

Anne Frank House (Anne Frankhuis)

Anne Frank was a German Jewish girl who fled to the Netherlands with her family in 1933 to escape Nazi persecution. From 1942 to 1944, she hid with her family and others in the back part of the house. She died in a labor camp in 1945.

The diary she wrote during her hiding became world-famous. The diary provides insight into the horrors of war and human perseverance.

The Anne Frank House opened as a museum in 1960. Its aim is to commemorate Anne Frank and the victims of the Holocaust. We can see part of her diary, personal items, and other documents.

It’s a very popular museum, so until 15:30, you can only enter with an online ticket, after that you can also buy tickets on site.

All information can be found here!

NEMO Science Museum

One of Amsterdam’s most popular and innovative museums, showcasing the world of science and technology through interactive exhibitions and programs.

The museum building was designed by world-renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano. The green copper-clad building resembles a huge ship emerging from the Oosterdok canal.

The museum offers interactive exhibitions on five levels, with main themes: energy, world of people, technology and innovation, sustainability.

It’s worth going up to the roof terrace, which offers a wonderful view of the city and canals.

All information can be found here!

Tropenmuseum (Tropical Museum)

One of Amsterdam’s most significant cultural institutions, showcasing cultures, peoples, and histories from different parts of the world.

The museum was established in 1864 with the aim of showcasing the culture and natural resources of the Dutch colonies. Today, it presents cultures and societies from all over the world, not just former Dutch colonies.

The museum’s permanent exhibitions showcase cultures from Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Oceania. These exhibitions provide insight into the lives of different peoples through objects, photos, artworks, and interactive elements.

All information can be found here!

Dutch Maritime Museum (Het Scheepvaartmuseum)

Many people probably don’t know, but the Netherlands was a naval superpower in the 17th century. The museum mainly presents this era.

Ships, objects, documents, maps, and books tell the story of nearly 300 years of Dutch naval history.

Its main attraction is the old ship anchored in front of the museum, where costumed performers recreate the life of sailors. It’s worth visiting just for this experience!

Entry is free for children up to 3 years old.

All information can be found here!

Madame Tussauds

The museum on Dam Square depicts famous, well-known people as wax figures. It’s smaller than the London waxworks but equally spectacular.

All information can be found here!

Heineken Experience

The exhibition showcasing the history of the world-famous beer maker and beer production is a popular attraction for a reason.

The brewery was founded in 1864 by Gerard Adriaan Heineken. The original brewery built in 1867 is now home to the Heineken Experience. You can learn about the brewery and the beer production process through a guided tour.

All information can be found here! A glass of Heineken is included in the entry fee.

Hash Marijuana Hemp Museum

The museum showcases the history and medical use of cannabis, and there’s also a small plantation.

Its collection contains more than 9,000 items, including artworks, archaeological findings, utensils, and documents that showcase various aspects of the cannabis plant.

All information can be found here!

Erotic Museum

Located in the Red Light District, the museum presents various aspects of eroticism and pornography from historical and artistic perspectives.

The museum covers the history of eroticism from ancient civilizations to the present day, including erotic art and customs from ancient Greece, Rome, and East Asia. It has a significant collection of 19th and 20th-century erotic photographs taken by famous photographers.

All information can be found here!

Sex Museum

Also located in the Red Light District, between Central Station and Dam Square. It presents the history of human sexual life.

The collections include sexual devices, objects, and photographs.

All information can be found here!

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This time Amsterdam was part of a tour, which I visited on a summer day (June 30, 2022). The day before I was in Brussels, and the day before that in Bruges. I traveled home late in the evening by bus from the Dutch capital, but also ‘popped into’ Prague for half a day.

So, on a Thursday morning, I arrived from the Belgian capital by the Thalys express train. There are many trains daily between the two cities. It takes two hours to travel, and the ticket was just 29 euros when booked in advance.

The train arrived at Central Station, from where it’s just a few minutes’ walk to the immediate downtown.

Before that, I took a ferry across the canal to the opposite side, as the boats operating between the two sides are free. Needless to say, there are a lot of cyclists everywhere.

You can actually explore the downtown in just one day. The distance between Central Station and the Rijksmuseum is 2.5 km. And along the way, you can encounter many sights.

If you want a beautiful view, go to the NEMO Science Museum. There’s a free panoramic terrace on the top with benches and loungers. There’s also a café, a great place for coffee.

Once you start walking, after a while you’ll be immersed in walking along the canals. It’s actually quite fun to wander aimlessly, each street has its own feel.

I also visited the Albert Cuypmarkt, the local main market. On both sides of a long street, there are numerous vendors, food stalls, everything you can find here.

The ‘local City Park’ is Vondelpark. As the weather was nice, there were a lot of people walking, cycling, picnicking. It’s worth coming here to enjoy the fresh air and time.

For many, Amsterdam’s red-light district comes to mind. Of course, I walked through it during the day as well. There’s surely more life in the evening, during the day a couple of ladies were sitting behind the windows, and the crowd doesn’t swarm this street at that time.

Obviously, there’s much more to Amsterdam, as I didn’t visit Anne Frank’s house, the Rijksmuseum, or the Van Gogh Museum. However, the Dutch lifestyle and the relaxed way of life really appealed to me, it’s a pleasant capital. I definitely recommend it to anyone considering a trip here!

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Netherlands‘ capital and largest city. Popular among tourists, it has long been considered one of the world’s most livable cities.

Amsterdam is also recommended for families, as it is a very child-friendly city!

The city is famous for its nightlife and festival activities: numerous nightclubs (Melkweg, Paradiso) are among the world’s most famous. It’s one of the world’s most multicultural cities, with at least 177 nationalities represented.

Attractions in Amsterdam

Dam

This is Amsterdam’s main square. Tourists enjoy spending time here, watching various street performances.

The roughly 200m long and 100m wide square is crossed by the historical city center’s main street (Damrak to the north, Rokin to the south).

The square is also the convergence point for the city’s two main shopping streets, Nieuwendijk and the Kalverstraat and Damstraat.

On the east side of the square stands the Nationaal Monument (National Monument).

Access: Trams 1, 2, 4, 5, 13, 14, 17 to Dam stop.

Royal Palace (Koninklijk Paleis)

Formerly a town hall, it’s now used for official receptions by the royal family. It’s located on the western side of Dam Square.

The building, featuring Dutch Classicism, was constructed during the Dutch Golden Age between 1648 and 1665. It was converted into a royal palace in 1808.

Its significant rooms are clad in marble, and higher wall sections are covered with realistically painted wooden paneling. This method was used to create the 36m long and 18m wide council chamber (Raadzaal), one of Europe’s largest such spaces.

The empire-style furniture, dating back to the time of Louis Bonaparte, is impressive. The palace’s rooms are adorned with paintings and sculptures, and several have frescoed ceilings.

All information (entrance fee, opening hours, etc.) can be found here!

New Church (Nieuwe Kerk)

Located next to the Royal Palace, it’s also known as the cathedral of the Netherlands.

It has been the venue for several important events and the burial place of many Dutch notables.

Nowadays, it no longer functions as a church but hosts temporary exhibitions and concerts.

Information on exhibitions and ticket prices can be found on the official website.

Leidse Square (Leidseplein)

This lively square is filled with restaurants and cafes and is a popular spot for locals as well. Street performers are also a common sight here.

Access: Trams 1, 2, 5, 7, 10 to Leidseplein stop.

De Waag

Located at Nieuwmarkt square, this castle-like building once served as a city gate.

The five-towered structure later hosted live dissections, but fortunately, today it houses a café and restaurant. 🙂

The square is filled with bars, cafés, restaurants, and coffee shops.

Access: Metro lines 51, 53, 54 to Nieuwmarkt station.

Canals

Three concentric canals run through the city, built in the 17th century. The innermost is Herengracht, the middle one is Keizersgracht, and the outer one is Prinsengracht.

A boat tour is a must when visiting! Evening tours are particularly beautiful, with candlelit boats cruising the canals.

Tickets can be purchased online, but it’s also worth checking out the offices around Dam Square or Centraal Station.

Montelbaanstoren

Among Amsterdam’s several clock towers, Montelbaanstoren might be the most beautiful.

The lower part was built in 1512, with the bell tower added in 1606.

This remaining tower of the old Amsterdam city wall stands on the Oude Schans canal bank.

Access: Metro lines 51, 53, 54 to Nieuwmarkt station, then a 400-meter walk.

Red Light District (Rosse Buurt)

Famous for its legal sex work, with women showcasing their services behind windows.

Be cautious in this area! Do not photograph the women and avoid walking alone if possible, as drug and theft gangs are present.

Casa Rosso

This is a sex theater where couples perform various erotic acts on stage.

Ticket prices and opening hours are available here. There’s also a ticket option that includes 2 drinks.

Access: Metro lines 51, 53, 54 to Nieuwmarkt station, then about 250 meters on foot.

Albert Cuyp Market

One of Europe’s most famous markets, open every day except Sunday. You can find everything here, from clothes to fruits to food.

For an authentic Dutch experience, try the raw herring!

All information available here!

Access: Tram 4 to Ceintuurbaan stop.

Vondelpark

Netherlands’ most famous park, where many people spend their leisure time. It’s often compared to a smaller version of Central Park.

Access: Trams 1, 11 to J.P. Heijestraat stop.

Amstelpark

Ideal for children, with a large playground in the north and a small animal park.

The park features a miniature train resembling a 70s car.

Access: Metro lines 50, 51 to Amsterdam RAI station.

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