Can I see some of Amsterdam during a five hour layover at Schiphol? [duplicate]

I'm changing planes in late March in Schiphol with a five hour layover. I've never been to Amsterdam.

Is there anything I can do to see a little bit of Amsterdam and not miss my flight?

Best Answer

Yes, that is possible. The train from Schiphol airport to Amsterdam Central station takes about 18 min (www.ns.nl). From central station there are several sites nearby: you can walk through the 'Kalverstraat' to the Royal Palace at the 'Dam' in just 10-15 minutes for example. However, take into account the time to leave the airport and return to the departure gate in time (some gates are a long way).

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Is a 5 hour layover in Amsterdam enough?

Be sure your layover is at least five hours to give yourself time to explore and find your way back to the main train station (Amsterdam Centraal); the city is compact, but it's also easy to get lost in the maze of narrow, winding streets and canals.

What can you do on a 5 hour layover in Amsterdam?

Things to do in Amsterdam

Check out the Anne Frank Museum. The Anne Frank Museum was the highlight of my recent visit. ...
Walking/Photography Tour of Amsterdam's Canals and city centre. ...
Visit an Amsterdam Caf\xe9 ...
Visit the Amsterdam Centrale Bibliotheek (central library) ...
Visit an Amsterdam coffee Shop. ...
Rent-A-Bike in Amsterdam.

Can I visit Amsterdam during layover?

A layover of four hours or longer makes a quick visit into Amsterdam or a nearby town a real option, especially if your luggage has been checked through to your final destination and you have your boarding pass for the onward flight.

Can you leave the airport between connecting flights Amsterdam?

These factors may cut into your layover time. So considering all of this if you are left with 5 hours or more you can definitely leave the Amsterdam Airport. If you have 4 hours, you can leave but you will not be able to see as much. Under 4 hours I would not recommend leaving the airport, unfortunately.

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