When planning your perfect getaway transport is always an important factor. Amsterdam has a great transport system, which is efficient and easy to navigate. Whether you’re looking for unlimited travel cards or ways to save on transport and local attractions, here are some great options to save on Amsterdam’s public transport system.

Amsterdam Travel Ticket

Amsterdam Travel Ticket for one day or two days provides return travel between Amsterdam Schiphol airport and any station in Amsterdam as well as unlimited travel on all trams, buses, metros and ferries operated by GVB in Amsterdam.  

Price:

1 day – 17 EUR

2 day - 22.50 EUR

3 day – 28 EUR

I am Amsterdam City Card

Alternatively, you can save money by getting an I Amsterdam City Card which offers you unlimited use of the GVB public transport system for either 24, 48 and 72 hours and other perks including free entrance to museum and galleries. If you are a lover of the arts and culture you may want to consider purchasing and ‘I am Amsterdam’ City Card, which will give you some of the following things:

• Free access to 44 museums and attractions in Amsterdam including the Van Gough Museum and Rijksmuseum

• Ride the public transport system for free (trams, metros and buses)

• Free canal cruise

• Discounted rates for restaurants, cafes, and other attractions.

Price:

1 day – 65 EUR

2 day - 85 EUR

3 day - 105 EUR

4 days - 120 EUR

5 days - 130 EUR

Where to buy?

All of the cards can be booked online or can be purchased at Schiphol Airport.

Cycling

Amsterdam is a cycle lovers haven. With bikes available to rent on almost every corner or free at your hotel concierge, cycling around Amsterdam is quite the treat! Expect to navigate your way around with picturesque bridges, canals and several quaint little cafes. With Google maps, it can be quite easy to navigate your way around Amsterdam!