All Abroad

Amsterdam: When to go

Amsterdam is a year-round destination, although spring – when the tulips are in flower – and summer are the seasonal high points. Typically the weather ranges from freezing in the depths of winter, though usually with little snow, to pleasant sunny days in high summer. The city can be cool and wet at any time of year, so take appropriate clothing.

Although small enough to walk around, Amsterdam is blessed by excellent transport links. Train services from Schipol Airport are regular, fast and clean, while a national public transport information service (0900-9292) will tell you how to get anywhere you need to.

Few Amsterdammers drive, preferring to use the excellent local tram service. A special circular service (number 20) traces a route past most major tourist attractions, although you may wish to hire a bicycle from Macbike at 220 Marnixstraat to make use of the city’s numerous cycle paths and lack of hills.