Public transport in Amsterdam
Although Amsterdam is ideal for exploring on foot, it's always a good idea to learn about it public transport system options.
Every day more than one million trips are made by the public transport system in Amsterdam, which is surprising when you consider that the population of Amsterdam is only 750,000 inhabitants and that most of them have at least one bicycle.
Amsterdam is a city made for public transport. Given how difficult it can be to drive around the city center coupled with the high cost of parking, Amsterdammers think twice before using (or buying) a car.
When the weather is bad, or perhaps you're trying to explore areas outside the city center, a car is certainly the best option. Sorted by utility, these are the main means of transport in Amsterdam.
Public Transport Fares
One of the best ways to save money in Amsterdam is by finding out how much the different types of tickets and travel passes cost.
How much is a single ticket, are there daily passes, is it better to buy single tickets or multi-day passes? Get all the answers you need and find out all ticket prices.
Getting a travel card for your stay in Amsterdam is a good idea, but you might also want to check out the city’s official tourist passes, like I amsterdam City Card. Not only does it include free entry to numerous top attractions and museums, but you can also count on unlimited journeys on the city's transport system during a specific time.