Public transports are available in plenty in Amsterdam. The taxi in Amsterdam is one of the fastest ways to reach a place in the city as well as in the suburbs. Besides rented cars and airport pick ups, the taxis in Amsterdam can be availed from the airport for going to any of the hotels or desired place.
The taxi rates from the airport are fixed and vary according to the destination. For example, taxis from the Schiphol airport to south Amsterdam cost 35 Euros. Those from the airport to downtown Amsterdam cost 40 Euros. The taxi rate from south east Amsterdam to the airport is 45 Euros and from north Amsterdam to the airport it is 48 Euros.
Amsterdam Taxi Services, a renowned taxi company of Amsterdam, offers different types of taxi services in the city. Transit passengers at the airport, who have some time in their hand before boarding on the flight to their destination, can avail this taxi service for a quick city tour. Besides, the company provides airport pick up and drop off services to the people of the city as well as to the tourists visiting Amsterdam.
Taxi Ride Around the City
Amsterdam taxis are found at all the major tourist destinations of the city like Dam Square, central Station, Leidseplein etc. Taxis are difficult to get instantly, especially during the weekends. But by calling the city cab, tourists can get taxis without delay.
For moving around in Amsterdam in a taxi, tourists have to pay according to the rate, which is 1.80 Euro for every kilometer. The time of the day, destination and other factors are not taken into account while calculating the taxi fare in Amsterdam. Only the distance traveled determines the taxi fare.
Those who wish to have a true Dutch experience can try the bicycle taxis. These can accommodate two people and are quite cheap.
