Netherlands Car Rental

A Travel and Car hire Guide of the Netherlands

The capital city of the Netherlands is Amsterdam; most people presume The Hague is its capital because this is the city that is home to both the parliament and the Queens place. Amsterdam is popular for the coffee shops, red light district as well as canals.

Appropriate time to Visit

Most of Europe, the Netherlands included is known to have unpredictable weather, but there are several attractions to see despite the climatic  changes. However, the most appropriate time to schedule a visit would be during the time flower shows are going on. Another good time to visit is towards the end of April because of the birthday of Queen mother which is celebrated on the 30th of April by the entire country. On this day a ‘free market’ is hosted and this simply means that anyone can go to the street and sell items. You will see all types of fabulous things on this day, some may be beneficial to you others will simply be hilarious.

What to see when you visit

There are several attractions in Amsterdam that are unique to the Netherlands alone. On the top of the list of places to visit should be the red light district. This area has great historic significance with regard to the trades practiced there. Apart from that; this district offers several cafes, galleries and shops that will allow you to fully sample the culture of Amsterdam.

Second on the list should be the Dam square; it’s positioned right at the central region of Amsterdam and is known for its high number of pigeons that are not scared of humans. Other popular attractions include the torture museum, the sex museum, Madame Tussauds, the Anne frank museum and the Artis zoo.

The best bars and Restaurants

There are a number of restaurants in Amsterdam that serve world class meals and the best local cuisine have reached thousands. One of the most unique restaurants is Febo; where you are required to put money into the wall and in return you will get local Dutch snacks including Bitterballen and also Frikadellen. There are also restaurants that have the take away style of serving.

You could as well opt for a healthier option and dine the fine cuisines in other Amsterdam restaurants. The Amsterdam night life is just as amazing, even if you  go clubbing the whole night you will not cover all the A list clubs and bars.

Car hire and Public Transport in Amsterdam

The best way for a brave person to travel around Amsterdam is by the use of car rental; there are numerous car hire companies in Amsterdam so you should not have any problem locating one. As a matter of fact, you can get one as soon as you arrive at the airport. There is also a public transportation network in Amsterdam with the most favoured being the tram system; if you are not up to any of the above, then you could as well decide to travel by bicycle. However, if you decide that Netherlands car hire is the best option for you, then you should ensure that you compare rates in advance to ensure that you get cheap car hire services. You could as well contact a car rental agency in advance so that it will be waiting for you when you land at the airport.