The friendly city of Schiphol awaits you
Enjoy the entertainment and other features of Schiphol. Travellers especially like the shopping, restaurants and bars in this welcoming and walkable city. Van Gogh Museum and Dam Square are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Sightseeing in and around Schiphol
Are you searching for top things to see and do while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Schiphol a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Amsterdam Dungeon (7 mi / 11.2 km)
- ARTIS (7.7 mi / 12.4 km)
- Spaarnwoude, Openbare Golfbaan (9 mi / 14.4 km)
- Circuit Park Zandvoort (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
- Vogelpark Avifauna (12.6 mi / 20.3 km)
- Amsterdam Old Course (2.8 mi / 4.5 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Schiphol
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Schiphol is a great place to spend some time outside. These are some of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Amsterdamse Bos (3 mi / 4.8 km)
- Rembrandt Park (5.4 mi / 8.7 km)
- Vondelpark (5.5 mi / 8.9 km)
- Amstelpark (5.8 mi / 9.3 km)
- Museum Square (6.1 mi / 9.8 km)
- Sarphatipark (6.6 mi / 10.6 km)
Travelling to and around Schiphol
The nearest airport is in Schiphol Airport (AMS), located 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague), which is 28.5 mi (45.8 km) away.
If you prefer train travel, the main station is Schiphol Airport Station.