Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Car Rental & Travel Information

Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital city and is widely considered to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. The rich cultural heritage of the city includes the famous museums which house the works of Rembrandt and Van Gogh, gabled houses which date back up to 300 years, the infamous red light district and plenty of other attractions. To make the most of sightseeing in this wonderful city, car hire is often the best solution.

Amsterdam is just 15 kilometres (9.5 miles) from Schiphol Airport, which is well connected to the city centre by both, rail and road. Tourists from other European countries can easily reach the city via land too, as there are now direct trains from London and several other European cities which take visitors right into the heart of Amsterdam.  Car rental in Amsterdam is easy to arrange so that it is waiting on arrival.    

There are plenty of hotels of all grades in Amsterdam, which are designed to meet the needs of tourists. Most of the tourist destinations are within walking distance from most city centre hotels and apartments. The city is famous for its canals and the tourists can enjoy walking on its narrow and scenic streets. More than two million people from all over the world come to this city every year. 

Established in 1838, Artis Zoo is very popular among the tourists and it is a great day out for visitors of all ages.  It boasts of having more than 6000 animals and its aquarium has the world’s largest collections of fish and other aquatic creatures.  Amsterdam car rental is ideal for paying a visit to this attraction.    

Cruises along the canals are one of the most popular tourist pastimes in the city.  There are plenty of cruises to choose from and visitors get to see the 3 concentric ring canals of Keizergracht (Emperor's Canal), Prinsengracht (Prince's Canal) and Herengracht (Gentlemen's Canal) or just walk along the canal paths if they prefer. Amsterdam is not only a city of great beauty, but it is an important business centre.  16,000 businesses have established their headquarters in Amsterdam and there are numerous conferences held here each year, so visitors come for all kinds of reasons.   Those who want a lively nightlife will find plenty of clubs and restaurants as well as the largest casino in Europe.

Getting around the city is made easier with Amsterdam car hire facilities and the array of museums, art galleries and other attractions can be easily added to the schedule, so why miss out?  Opt for car rental and have the holiday of your dreams.