Red light district Amsterdam: rules and tips
De Wallen, Amsterdam’s red-light district, is the most vibrant and internationally known part of the city. It offers legal window prostitution, sex shops, brothels, live shows, strip clubs, and a…
Amsterdam Airport Express (bus line 397)
Travel with the Amsterdam Airport Express bus line 397 from Schiphol airport to Amsterdam in 30 minutes. Here is everything you need to know about the Amsterdam Airport Express bus…
Tourist taxes in hotels in 2026 (Amsterdam and the area)
In almost all municipalities in Netherlands, you have to pay tourist/ city tax if you stay there overnight. Taxes are used to improve the city and its facilities. The tourist…
Where to eat herring in Amsterdam?
Did you know that herring isn’t typically served in restaurants in the Netherlands? This often surprises travelers who aren’t sure where to find it. In fact, herring is a popular…
Night buses in Amsterdam
Public transport in Amsterdam operates 24 hours a day. From 06:00 till midnight you can use city trams, buses or metro. Later you can take a night bus. There are…
Schiphol airport railway station
Amsterdam Schiphol railway station is located directly under the airport. In the arrival hall follow the Trains sign to the Schiphol plaza hall. There you can use twelve escalators and…
Metro in Amsterdam: tickets, map, opening times
Amsterdam metro includes 5 lines and 39 stations. You can pay for your metro rides with your bank pass (OV-pay) or buy a local transport ticket. Here is all you…
Parking in Amsterdam: rates, zones and rules
Here is all you need to know about parking in Amsterdam. Street parking, car parks, Park + Ride, parking tariffs, where to find free or cheap parking in Amsterdam, and…
Is it allowed to smoke at Schiphol airport?
It’s not allowed to smoke inside Schiphol airport and in parking garages nearby. From 1 April 2020 Schiphol airport is completely non-smoking. This also applies to e-cigarettes.There is only one…
Rooftop restaurants in Amsterdam
We have selected five cafés and rooftop restaurants in Amsterdam where you can drink coffee, have lunch and enjoy a great view of Amsterdam in 2026. Photos: Kristina Kutena A’DAM…