Amsterdam is not the most expensive city in Europe (we look at you London!), But it is certainly not the cheapest. When you visit Amsterdam, you can expect to pay a little more for all the essential elements than you would do in a place like Italy or Spain.
Fortunately, with a little planning and know-how, a visitor can easily keep a budget in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam on a budget: 10 simple ways to save
Here are 10 ways to get there:
1. Avoid taxis if you can
Amsterdam is small and accessible on foot, and public transport cover all areas of the city. A taxi walk that costs you 20 € to Museum Square is a quick and inexpensive € of 1 to 3 € on the tram.
Please note: The city is not suitable for carsTime is therefore rarely saved during employment. If you have to take a taxi, you can also try a private taxi company, like Uber. But a better solution is to go like a room and jump on a bicycle.
Dutch cheese wheels at the Saturday farmer market on Noordermarkt. Free samples are available! Photo: Craig Nelson
2. Buy the markets before stores
This applies to food, clothes, trinkets, memories, books and even wine. The Waterlooplein flea market is open daily (except Sunday) until 6 p.m., while Nieuwmarkt and Noorderker have weekend markets with organic and cultivated products and natural food products.
The Mondays of Noorderkerk have a vintage clothing market, while the Dappermarkt and Albert Cuymt sell food, flowers, fresh fish stands, clothes, memories and more. The flower market, however, is at a tourist price. Here is a list of our favorite outdoor markets in Amsterdam.
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3. Get an unlimited ticket for trams
Instead of buying your tram tickets one by one at € 1.12 (plus 20.7 cents / km) on each trip, think of an option that gives you unlimited access over several days. The prices are quite reasonable:
- Day ticket: 18 €
- Two days: 24 €
- Three days: 30 €
Not only will you save money, but it is simply easier to go up and go down with this type of ticket. Tickets can sometimes be purchased on the tram itself, but try to buy in the metropolitan region from Amsterdam central station if you can. (You can also buy them online via the official transport website.)
4. Think before paying for audio guides in museums
Now we love audio guides, so no one is offended here. But in most Amsterdam museums, many descriptions (otherwise most) of artist works of art and biographies are published in Dutch and English. Most likely, free information brochures will also be in Dutch and English.
So before looking for an audio guide that costs an additional cost, make sure it is worth it – or You are really in the subject. We believe that the Audio Guide to the Van Gogh Museum is worth a madness, but think twice with Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House, as you might be good.
5. Jump breakfast from the hotel and head to a bakery
Amsterdammers are not big on breakfast. The brunch on the weekend recently made its way, but the usual morning begins with a simple combination of baked well with fresh orange juice or coffee. The city is filled with bakeries on every street corner, selling entire grains, breads freshly cooked in the oven and pastries filled with cheese. It is a cheaper option than any coffee that serves a typical American style breakfast, and it could also be a more tasty option.
It is also probably a more affordable option than what is served in your hotel. As we mention in our Amsterdam hotel guide, ask yourself when checking your hotel on the breakfast menu. Before committing to pay for this, know what is served. A nearby bakery is probably a better deal.
6. Buy water from grocery stores
This whole walk (and maybe the bicycle!) Will be thirsty. With a lack of drinking fountains and free tap water, you should try to always buy your daily water from the nearest grocery store.
A bottle of normal water will cost About 2 to 5 € In a stand or kiosk in the center of the city. And you will see tourists aligned to buy them. However, in a grocery store, this same bottle costs less than a euro– Still for the most fanciful mineral water. In fact, you can buy an entire liter for less than one euro.
It may seem small, but savings can really add up during a week.
Bicycle Hotel in the Pijp district offers rooms from $ 50. Photo: Eurocheapo
7. For cheaper hotels, think outside the center
Hotels outside the city center are generally more recent, renovated and slightly larger than the hotels in the Red Feux district and around the square of the dam. Although you can find good deals in the center, venture into neighborhoods like Pijp, Plantagebuurt or Jordaan will offer refreshing alternatives that are not so far from the big attractions.
In addition, if you buy an unlimited tram ticket (see above), you can always explore the city to the content of your heart. See all our recommended hotels in Amsterdam here and read our favorite budget guest tour in Amsterdam.
8. Avoid Argentine steakhouses
You will see them throughout the city, but there is really nothing from Dutch or culture. Argentine steakhouses are right there for tourists. Most offer special daily steak and fries offers for around € 20. Not too expensive, but if you are trying to spend your penny in quality food, try something else and use these tips to save during catering.
9. Opt for beer and wine at the bar
If drinks are on the agenda for nightlife, respect beer and wine. Cocktails, mixed drinks and everything that is sparkling will cost you. The alternatives are more impressive and half the price: the wine of the house is generally something tasty in France or Spain, while beers can be a classic pils or even a strong Belgian beer. Here is a list of our favorite bars for beer.
Related: Navigate in the Night Life scene passionate about Amsterdam with a budget
10. Quantity on quality for bicycle rental
To mix like a room, jump on a bike to see the city. In time, it is always cheaper to rent a bicycle for a long time, compared to only a few hours. Since bikes are the main mode of transport in Amsterdam, it is the most useful way to move for natives and visitors. And rentals encourage this via their prices: a day rental could be € 7.50 to € 15, but a three -day rental could also be € 15.
More ways to visit Amsterdam on a budget
Make sure to consult more of our articles on means to save on your trip to Amsterdam here.
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