Amsterdam Transport - The city has excellent tram and bus services that are very inexpensive and very efficient. You can buy single tickets from bus, tram and metro drivers. They do suggest buying tickets in advance. Getting around on a bike is also very good. A lot of the local people use bikes as their way of transportation around the city.

Another great way around the city is by Canal Bus. It is very relaxing and day tickets allow you to get on and off the train as often as you like. The taxis are taken from taxi rank and a 10% tip is the usual. Trams are another way to get around the city and they are fast and dependable.

If you need to reach the Schiphol Airport there are trains day and night, six times an hour through the day. A taxi to the airport will take about 10 minutes and when your ticket is stamped it is valid for an hour. Trains are fast, frequent, and cheap. Walking is also very good because the city is very small.

Getting around the city is easy then, you will have ample means to take you around to all the wonderful Attractions in Amsterdam. You will be able to spend many hours getting to and from at low rates. If you do need to rent a car they are available, but be sure you have good maps along for your travels and pay attention to all the parking and highway signs. You will need to be very aware if you will be driving.

Whichever way you choose to get around the city we hope that you enjoy all that you can while you are in the City of Amsterdam. It is a fantastic city and we are sure that you will agree.