If your trip to Amstelveen is all booked but your travel itinerary is a bit on the empty side, we can give you a few hints and tips.Enjoy new adventures without having to venture far. You’ll find Cobra Museum of Modern Art and Schouwburg Amstelveen not far from this neighborhood’s center.

If you’re eager to head out on a day trip, we can give you a couple of ideas. Why not hop in the car and find out what’s on offer in Buitenveldert or Zuideramstel? Both have plenty to do and a good variety of hotels. Buitenveldert is 2 miles away, and Zuideramstel is 3 miles.

Nothing says vacation like jumping in the car, putting on some tunes and driving to the seaside. Amstelveen has some glorious beaches nearby, so bring along a good book (and a kite if there’s a breeze) and make your way to one of these popular options:

• Vuntusstrand (11 miles away).
• Almeerderstrand (12 miles away).
• Zandvoort Beach (16 miles away).

If you’re going to Amstelveen for work-related purposes, you’ll probably be visiting some business and convention centers. With your own rental car, you can rest easy knowing you’ll get there on time. Here are some of the most well known:

• RAI Exhibition and Congress Centre (3 miles away).
• De Burcht (5 miles away).
• Berlage Stock Exchange (5 miles away).

The open road is calling your name, and Amstelveen is a superb base to kick-start your journey. Located 5 miles from the city center, the first thing you ought to pick up is the key to one of our superb rental vehicles. A full-size car will bring you around Amsterdam in safety and comfort — or perhaps you want to steer off the beaten track and discover hidden spots with a robust four-wheel drive. For zipping around the city, we’d recommend choosing an economy or compact car. They won’t be as roomy, but they’ll be great at fitting into those tiny parking spaces.

There’s plenty of choice when it comes to rental cars in Amstelveen. From luxury models to easy-to-park compacts, you’ll find it all here. Choosing your ride depends on how much you’d like to spend and what activities you’ve got planned. There are some road trips that are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas other adventures require no more than a bargain, no-frills type model. Which car will you be sliding behind the wheel of this trip?

You’ll be cruising along the right side of the road in Amstelveen. Even though the conditions may be similar to home, we suggest driving with a little extra care on roads that are unfamiliar.

With Amsterdam having a smaller population of about 741,600, peak-hour traffic isn’t a massive issue in the neighborhood of Amstelveen. As with most places, the roads are busier as people drive to and from work. Try to avoid those times if you want to reach your destination faster.

Grabbing a place to park in Amstelveen isn’t always a breeze. That’s why many people opt for a hotel that has its own parking. When leaving the car around town, pay attention to the signage. Overstaying the permitted time limit could result in a hefty fine.

Like the wider Amsterdam area, the neighborhood of Amstelveen has speed limits ranging from 50km/h to 100km/h. In residential zones, you generally won’t be able to drive faster than 30km/h.

Generally, one of two things will happen. Your rental company may bill the amount of the fine to your credit card. This is the most common approach. Or it may pass on your contact information to local law enforcement agencies so the fine is sent directly to you.

In short, yes. However, there may be exceptions for certain vehicles run by public transportation networks.

As with many places, standard cell phone usage is not permitted while cruising around Amstelveen. There is an exception for hands-free or Bluetooth functions. Just make sure you stay focused on the road.

While operating a vehicle in Amstelveen, it’s a criminal offence to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) of more than 0.05%. Planning to have a few drinks over lunch or dinner? Consider using a ride-sharing service or taking a taxi.

Turning on a red light isn’t allowed in Amstelveen. Always be on the alert for traffic lights and signs so that you don’t break any traffic laws.