How do you get around Amsterdam at night?

Night buses Amsterdam has 12-night bus lines which operate every day from 12:30am (midnight) to 6am. These lines connect all the city and are a comfortable way of getting around.



Getting around Amsterdam at night in 2026 is efficient thanks to the GVB Night Bus network. After the regular trams and metros stop running (around 12:15 AM), a fleet of 11 night bus lines (numbered 748 to 763) takes over, connecting Central Station with all major residential and nightlife districts. These buses run approximately every hour on weekdays and more frequently on weekends. You can pay using OVpay (simply tapping your contactless credit/debit card or phone) or a digital ticket on the GVB app. For a more direct route, Uber and Bolt are widely available, though prices can surge during the early hours of the weekend. Cycling remains a popular option for locals, as the city's bike lanes are well-lit and safe at all hours. Note that the free ferries to Amsterdam North continue to run 24/7, providing a vital link across the IJ river throughout the night for both pedestrians and cyclists.

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As of 2023, all domestic trains, metros, trams, and buses in Amsterdam (and nationwide) accept payment from contactless methods including credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more. As long as your card has an OV chip in it, you should be able to use it to pay for your fare.

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Uber in the Netherlands Uber is available in The Netherlands since 2012. Started in Amsterdam and now available in more than 5 cities. Every day we work hard to improve and increase driver availability via the Uber app to meet all trip requests.

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As of 2023, all domestic trains, metros, trams, and buses in Amsterdam (and nationwide) accept payment from contactless methods including credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more. As long as your card has an OV chip in it, you should be able to use it to pay for your fare.

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That's because, in the Netherlands, there is no social or written requirement to tip a restaurant worker. However, if you received good service or thoroughly enjoyed the food, it's customary to give a small tip — around 5-10% of the bill. If your service was just average, round up the bill or leave some change.

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See the city light up Amsterdam is beautiful by day, but at night, when the sun goes down, the magic really starts to happen. Stroll along the city's cobbled canal-side streets, lit up with romantic street lights, and soak in the romance of it all. If you're lucky, the Amsterdam Light Festival might be in town too.

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The Dutch capital's center is very walkable as it's so compact – perhaps a little too much as it tends to get very crowded.

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Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus The Amsterdam Hop-On Hop-Off tour makes it easy to enjoy the best this enthralling city has to offer. Valid for 24 hours, you are free to hop on and off at any of the stops, all close to top attractions. You can also sit back and enjoy a loop around the entire city.

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The train from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Centraal Station is the fastest and cheapest way to the city center. The train runs 24 hours a day, with departures scheduled for every 10–15 minutes between the hours of 6 a.m. and 1 a.m. (they depart every hour during other times).

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If you like to get you're bill you'll have to ask the waiter for it. You can pay by cash or pin (debit or credit card). Waiters are on a salary (like everybody else in Holland) (s)he doesn't depend on a tip for a solid wage, so no tipping neccesary. What we normally do is round the bill upwards.

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As people begin to eat, some may say Eet Smakelijk” which means “Eat well and with taste”. It is polite to keep one's hands above the table until all have finished eating. It is recommended to take a small portion as your first helping, so you're able to accept a second helping. The Dutch tend to avoid wasting food.

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Train travel from the airport Train travel is not included with the City Card, such as the journey from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Amsterdam Central Station.

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Many shops and restaurants in Amsterdam accept credit cards, but not all. It is therefore recommended to either ask before you order or ensure you have a sufficient amount in cash to cover the bill. Most shops and restaurants do not accept €200 or €500 notes.

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Language spoken in Amsterdam: English Although it is not an official language, in Amsterdam - and in the Netherlands more generally - there are many Dutch people who speak English (90% of the population) at a level practically equal to that of a native speaker.

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You can of course compare cost of Uber vs public transport before deciding. How much would a normal taxi cost for the journey that I intend on doing while out in Amsterdam? About €25 each way. UberX about €15 each way.

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At Schiphol Airport, taxis are available at the airport's exit. Depending on the traffic, a taxi can take you to the city centre in half an hour. One-way rides between the airport and downtown range from €35 to €55.

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