Taxi services in Amsterdam
Types of taxis in Amsterdam
There are two ways to get taxis in Amsterdam:
- Hail a taxi or find yourself a taxi at designated taxi stands. Official taxis are identified by blue license plates and an official sign on their roof.
- Order a taxi via platform apps taxis. Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Bolt are popular and convenient. Book your ride through the app and track your driver in real-time.
Taxi fares and payments
Taxi fares in Amsterdam are metered, with a starting rate of around €3.60. A taxi bus (five to eight passengers) has a boarding rate of €7.33. Taxi drivers must deliver you safely to your destination via the shortest/quickest route. When you reach your destination, the taxi meter will display the total. Always ask for a receipt to ensure all details of your trip are recorded.
If you order a taxi via a platform app, you will probably pay a fixed fare provided at forehand.
Taxi pick-up points
You will find fixed taxi stands at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and all train stations in Amsterdam. Notable locations are Amsterdam Central Station, Station Amsterdam Zuid, and Johan Cruijff ArenA. Please note that Amsterdam taxis cannot stop anywhere they like. Therefore, there are extra taxi stops at the city’s major squares and entertainment areas.
- De Dam (Royal Palace)
- Leidseplein (DeLaMar, ITA, Melkweg, Paradiso)
- Museumplein (The Royal Concertgebouw, Stedelijk Museum, Rijksmuseum)
- Nieuwmarkt (Red Light District)
- Rembrandtplein (Tuschinski Theater, Flower Market, Reguliersdwarsstraat)
View a map of all taxi stand locations in Amsterdam.
Taxi safety tips and resources
- Only take taxis with a blue license plate. Don’t take unlicensed, illegal taxis to avoid potential scams.
- If you experience discrimination, file a complaint through the National Discrimination Hotline or Report it Always for LGBTQ+ cases.
- For feedback or lost items, submit your experience directly to the taxi company affiliated with the vehicle. Always ask for a receipt after your ride, as it contains all the necessary information for filing a complaint.
- For Uber, Bolt, or other platform taxis, feedback should be given via the app.
Use licensed Permitted Taxi Organisations (TTOs):
Alternative ways to get around
Taxis in Amsterdam are a quick and convenient option for getting around, but they aren't always the most eco- or budget-friendly. The city is very easy to explore on foot, by bike, or via its excellent public transport system, so consider those greener alternatives.
Find official information on Amsterdam’s taxis on the amsterdam.nl website.
