Rijksmuseum
The great national museum of the Netherlands, with works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. It is wise to book tickets in advance.
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Amsterdam: airports, things to do and where to stay
Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, is known for its 17th-century canals, narrow brick houses, world-class museums and a cycling culture you notice on every street.
Amsterdam airports
From the airport to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol airport is about 11 km from central Amsterdam.
Tren (NS)
Schiphol station is beneath Schiphol Plaza. Trains run frequently to Amsterdam Centraal in about 15-20 min, and also to Utrecht, Rotterdam, The Hague and other cities.
Autobús
Urban and regional buses to Amsterdam and the surrounding area leave from the bus station at Schiphol Plaza. Check timetables and stops before you travel.
Taxi
Official taxi ranks are outside the arrivals area. Allow about 25 min to central Amsterdam, depending on traffic.
Amsterdam
Things to do in Amsterdam
Casa de Ana Frank
The canal-side house on the Prinsengracht where Anne Frank and her family hid during the war. Tickets need to be booked well in advance.
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Canales de Ámsterdam
The 17th-century canal ring, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is best explored on foot, by bike or by boat.
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Museo Van Gogh
The museum with the world's largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, at Museumplein.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Amsterdam?
Amsterdam is served by Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).
How far is the airport from central Amsterdam?
Amsterdam Schiphol airport is about 11 km from central Amsterdam.
How do I get from the airport to central Amsterdam?
From Amsterdam Schiphol airport you can take Tren (NS) (train), Autobús (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Amsterdam?
Highlights of Amsterdam include Rijksmuseum, Casa de Ana Frank, Canales de Ámsterdam, and Museo Van Gogh.
Photo credits
- Rijksmuseum: Trougnouf (Benoit Brummer), CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Casa de Ana Frank: Massimo Catarinella, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Canales de Ámsterdam: Diliff, CC BY 2.5, Wikimedia Commons
- Museo Van Gogh: – Wladyslaw [Disk.], CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons