In Amsterdam, you can reach out to one of Europe's well-known rental firms like Sixt, Avis, Europcar, and others.
To rent a car, you typically need to:
- Have at least one year of driving experience and be over 21 years old.
- Possess both a national and international driver's license.
- Present a credit card or provide a security deposit. If the driver is under 25 years old, the deposit amount may be 10% higher.
Alternatively, you can rent a car in Amsterdam through an online service without requiring a deposit, and you can pick up the car at the airport or another designated location. The daily average price for car rental starts from 40 EUR and can vary based on the car's class. The most budget-friendly option is typically renting a small car (mini).
Consider the following when it comes to transportation in Amsterdam:
- In Amsterdam's city center, car access is restricted, and finding parking can be extremely challenging. It's often easier to park on the outskirts of the city along the A10 ring road, where you can use park and ride facilities. The cost is usually up to 10 EUR per day, and it includes tickets for traveling to the city center and back. Additionally, there are Blue Zone and P-Zone parking lots where you need to purchase a parking disc and a parking ticket, with prices starting from 5 EUR per hour.
- There are tolls for using tunnels in the area, with the Westerschelde and Kiltunnel tunnels charging 5 EUR and 2 EUR, respectively.
A great alternative to renting a car in Amsterdam is to rent bicycles. There are several bike rental centers in the city, such as MacBike Amsterdam (known for its red bikes as tourist identification), Bike City (with unmarked bikes), Damstraat Rent-A-Bike, and more. The rental cost typically ranges from 7 to 13 EUR. However, be aware that bike theft is a common concern in Amsterdam.
