Schiphol AMS Airport is about 11miles from the City, there are several airport hotels near to schiphol, to check rates or make hotel reservations for Amsterdam Airport Hotels click on any name. discounted room rates Cityotels have special internet rates available for certain hotels and dates, if the hotel participates in this scheme it will be ticked under deal
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Airport Information Amsterdam Luchthaven Schiphol (pronounced "Shh-kip-hole") (AMS) (17 km (11 mi) southwest of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands. 0900/0141, is the main passenger airport for Holland. With the annual number of passengers using Schiphol approaching 40 million, it is ranked among the world's top five best-connected airports. A hotel, a service to aid passengers with disabilities, parking lots, and a main office of The Netherlands tourist board (in Schiphol Plaza and known as "HTI" -- Holland Tourist Information) can prove most useful. The comprehensive Schiphol telephone service, charged at EUR.10 per minute, provides information about flight arrivals and departures as well as all transport and parking facilities. Flying time to Amsterdam is 1 hour from London or Manchester; 7 hours from New York; 21˝ hours from Auckland; 10˝ hours from Los Angeles; 20 hours from Sydney; & 8 hours from Toronto Getting Around the CityMetroAmsterdam has a full-fledged subway system, the metro, but travelers will usually find trams and buses more convenient for getting around, as most metro stops are geared for city residents traveling to the outer suburbs. However, the Amsterdam metro can get you from Centraal Station (at the northern harbor edge of the city) to Amstel Station (a train station at the southeastern area of the city, with connections to many buses and trams) much faster than a tram, which makes many stops along the way. | for selected hotels in the City click here to find all Amsterdam hotels use the above search box |
Amsterdam City Information Think of Amsterdam, and you think of Canals and Flower markets, but Amsterdam has much more to offer the tourist. One the most picturesque cities in Europe, it is a subtle blend of colour and quaintness and sophistication, with an exciting nightlife and casual day time atmosphere This eclectic mix of culture scenery and entertainment has placed Amsterdam high in the ranks of European tourist destinations, sitting as it does just over 9 miles from Schiphol International Airport it is easily reached by those who seek a long week end or business conference venue, or just a simple romantic getaway for a couple of days or so, yet there is much to do, with wonderful architecture to appreciate, and its many museums art galleries and old buildings, it also benefits from being a major European Port Getting around in Amsterdam is relatively simple as the waterways for which it is famous form expanding rings emanating from the old city centre, these are serviced by an interconnecting network of roads and alleys. Artis Zoo houses over 6,000 animals, most of whom live in outdoor enclosures that provide surroundings representing their natural habitats. The adjoining aquarium boasts one of the world's largest collections. Interactive exhibits at the Science and Technology Museum provide children and adults with hours of educational fun. Other highlights of Amsterdam are its Floating Flower Market, where the merchandise is displayed on barges, and the Diamond District. Many of the city's diamond polishers give free demonstrations of diamond cutting and offer sales of set and un-set stones. Amsterdam's amazing energy, vitality and vibrancy extend throughout. Dam Square is the real heart of the city. The markets and streets are full of organists, peddlers, vendors, and performers of all kinds. Many important buildings overlook this vast and bustling open space, including the Royal Palace, the Nieuwe Kerk and the War Memorial. Primary uses of the square include ceremonies for the royal family, political demonstrations, street performers, remembrance day celebrations, and social gatherings. As one might guess, the nightlife in Amsterdam is truly amazing! The Red Light District is world-famous. Clubs everywhere are open until the wee hours of the morning, as are many coffee houses and bars. The Holland Casino Amsterdam, one of Europe's largest casinos, provides entertainment to guests 18 and over. Looking at a map of Amsterdam, the city appears too large to explore on foot. It is actually possible to cover the entire flat expanse of the city during a four- hour walk. Trams and water taxis are available when you’re ready for a rest or prefer to travel at a more leisurely pace. Amsterdam is city of incredible beauty and charm in a land of canals, windmills, dikes, and picturesque countryside. Its museums house some of the world's masterpieces, and its history is an important part of the story of Europe itself. This is a city in which culture, commerce, ambience, and romance combine with a proud and lively sense of humor and vitality. It is not to be missed! Holidays: January 1 (New Year's Day) March/April: Good Friday; Easter Monday; April 30 (Queen's Day/Koninginnedag) Ascension Day Pentecost Monday (50 days after Easter) December 25 (Christmas) and 26. (The dates for Easter, Ascension, and Pentecost change each year). |  Amsterdam | Amsterdam Information |
Trams & Buses Many tram and bus routes start from the hub at Centraal Station (Stationsplein, Amsterdam, Netherlands. Tel. 0900-9292 public transportation information). A large bus depot is located on the Marnixstraat, across from the main police station, and there's another one at Harlemmermeer station in the Overtoomseveld neighborhood of western Amsterdam. Trams and buses run from about 6 AM to midnight daily. The tram routes, with a network of 130 km (80 mi) of track, make this characteristic form of transport more useful than the bus for most tourists. Night owls can make use of the hourly night-bus services, with double frequency on Friday and Saturday night, but routes are restricted. Between stops, trams brake only when absolutely necessary, so listen for warning bells if you are walking or cycling near tram lines. Taxis use tram lines, but other cars are allowed to venture onto them only when turning right. The newer fleets of buses are cleaner, and therefore nicer to use, and bus lanes (shared only with taxis) remain less congested, |
