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Public transport
There are several bus services providing frequent connections to the different areas in Amsterdam and to ther surrounding towns and villages.

Info general public transport:
0900 9292

Every 8 minutes there is a train who brings you from Schiphol to the centre of Amsterdam within 20 minutes.

Taxis
Schiphol taxis operate from the taxi rank outside Schiphol Plaza. They will take you to any destination in the city of Amsterdam or surrounding towns.

Car parking
Schiphol Airport foresees in several parking facilities: short term parking, long term parking and VIP parking. Shuttle services are available from and to the parking lots.

You can feel good eating at this Fairtrade restaurant. Swahili for 'unity', UMOJA uses organic ingredients in its a la carte and "surprise" menu. The venue, which claims to be the first climate-neutral restaurant in Holland, boasts food as creative as the art hanging on its walls.

Impressive without being ostentatious, Restaurant Bond combines classic luxury with stylish aesthetics and superb seasonal menus, based on modern French cuisine, which change monthly. During the summer the terrace is a great place to enjoy the mouth-watering cuisine, wonderful wine selection, and chic atmosphere.

Just opposite Central Station you'll find Restaurant Vermeer, a part of the NH Barbizon Palace, which basks in its connection with the 17th century-Holland's Golden Century. The dignified and award-winning restaurant is led by a talented team consisting of head chef, Chris Naylor, maitre d' Niek Beute and sommelier Simon Veldman, who looks after a wine list of more than 300 wines. As well as its kinship with 17th-century art and artists, Restaurant Vermeer also celebrates contemporary art, and exhibits the work of modern artists on its walls.

Vyne has a wall of wine to whet the appetite of any devotee of the grape. Its snacks work well with the wines, and the service is quite good, considering how busy it can be. The interior is both cosy and hip despite the crowds.

After a long day in the city, do what the Dutch do and hit a terrace. One favourite with locals, expats and tourists alike, is Cafe Alverna, which has one of the city's largest terraces. It's a good place for a coffee, beer or a snack with friends.

Balancing simplicity with service, the Albus combines warmth with attending to the needs of its clients. Its excellent location near the city centre means you are just walking distance from many of the city's popular areas.

Located along the water, this hotel is walking distance from the historic centre of the city, Central Station, and the internationally renowned Muziegebouw music venue. All rooms have excellent views and four-star facilities, such as free Wi-fiand 24-hour room service. The hotel is a popular venue for meetings and conferences.

This charming bespoke boutique hotel in the heart of the historic centre of Amsterdam, is a former 17th-century canal house. It boasts six individually-themed rooms, such as Rembrandt, Baroque or Afrika, each with its own charm and either garden or canal views. This modern hotel offers home-spun warmth and hospitality.