6 hours in Amsterdam
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6 hours in Amsterdam
I am traveling from the United States to Italy later this month. I have a 6 hour layover in Amsterdam. I suppose that if I allow myself the necessary time for deplaning and checking in, my actual layover time is probably more like 3 hours...is it worth it to try and see a part of Amsterdam? How would you suggest I get in to the city...what would you suggest I see? Or should I just bring a nice big book with me and sit tight in the airport?<BR>Thanks for your help.
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Many will tell you to stick at the airport but I'd say take the train to Centraal Station and take a quick canal boat tour. It will give you a very nice overview of Amsterdam and you'll be anxious to return.
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Trains depart from the airport every 10 minutes or so to Amsterdam Central Station and the trip takes only 18 minutes. Buy a return ticket for EUR 5.40. <BR>Get a map of Amsterdam from any tourist information kiosk (or if you are flying KLM there is a map of Amsterdam in the in-flight magazine)<BR>Take a canal boat tour (one hour, departs opposite central station), walk in the Jordaan district (ahead and right when you leave CS) or visit the Van Gogh Museum or Rijksmuseum (tram 2 or 5 from CS).
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You could catch the train and simply walk around the central area near the train station, the Dam, red light district, etc. Seems like 3 hours would be plenty for this (just don't get lost, when you get out into the various canal districts it can get a bit tricky if you don't know the area!).<BR>
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Before 9-11, KLM suggested visiting Amsterdam if you have at least 4 hours. This is still probably true. Just make sure you have your boarding pass for the connection. There are lockers to put your carry-on luggage so that you won't have to carry things to town.<BR><BR>If you want to stay at the airport, visit the Aviodome Museum. Just walk out of the airport for about 1000 feet until you see the dome.<BR><BR>If you go to Amsterday, choose one thing. For example, the Anne Frank House (lines can be long so run there), Rembrandt House, etc.
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We opted to take a 8 hour layover in Amsterdam on our way to Paris on KLM. As suggested above, we took the train from Schipol Airport to Centraal Statiom, walked a block, and took the canal boat ride. It was easy, and definitely worthwhile.