Taxis
Taxi's can be handy when travelling to and from the airport, at night when the trams have stopped running or when you're running late. Depending on the traffic during peak times, however, public transport may get you there even quicker.
There are a few ways to get a taxi in the Amsterdam area.
Rates and regulations
Taxi regulations and maximum fare rates are posted at the taxi rank outside Centraal Station, and all taxis are required to show rate breakdowns both inside and outside the vehicle. The maximum base rate (regardless of the destination) is € 5.12 plus € 1.94 per kilometre (2008). Different rates apply to standing still in traffic. All taxis are required to issue receipts. Drivers are also required to exhibit their permit inside the car; the permit is granted to drivers who pass an exam on their knowledge of driving in Amsterdam. Additionally, official taxis have blue number plates. More information on taxis in Amsterdam is listed on www.taxi.amsterdam.nl.
Dissatisfied customers may lodge complaints provided they have noted the number plate, the date and time of the journey. A receipt in this situation may prove useful. Complaint forms can be requested from the driver or downloaded online.
Alternative taxi's
It wouldn't be Amsterdam if there wasn't a few quirky alternatives on offer. Going out for the evening with a few friends wearing warm jackets? Try a Tuk Tuk or Bike Taxi. Going out and want the transportation to be just as fun as the rest of the evening? Book a Disco Taxi. Make an impression on visiting in-laws: book a horse & carriage taxi.
Helpful contacts
Schiphol Travel Taxi
Website (with on-line booking service)
Telephone: 020 653 1000
Taxicentrale Amsterdam (TCA)
Website (with on-line booking service)
Telephone: 020 677 7777
BTC Limousine and Chauffeur Service
Website (with on-line booking service)
Telephone: 010 4589819
Tuk Tuk Amsterdam
Website
Telephone: 0900 99 333 99
Weiler taxi (Bike taxi)
Website
Telephone: depends on booking date, refer to website.
Disco Taxi (Maroni Sonelli)
E-mail: discotaxi (at) europe.com
Telephone: 06 54698187
Karo's Koetstaxi (horse & carriage taxi)
Website (in Dutch)
Telephone: 020 691 3478
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You can also reach us by phone:
+31 (0)20 254 79 99