Why choose Amsterdam?
Organising a meeting or convention in Amsterdam means benefitting from being in one of the most innovative cities in Europe across health and life sciences, technology, artificial intelligence, finance, sustainability and creative industries. From diverse venue and accommodation possibilities to excellent connectivity and countless things to see and do, here are our top reasons to choose Amsterdam for your next event.
Excellent connectivity
Amsterdam is a well-connected international hub with exceptional physical and digital connectivity. Reliable connections by plane or train, including a high-speed internet infrastructure, makes the region ideally placed for international conferences to meet with success and facilitate meaningful connections abroad.
High-speed train services to London, Paris, Brussels and Berlin provide seamless connections within Europe, while Amsterdam Airport Schiphol serves over 300 direct global destinations. Upon arrival, the city centre is just a 15 minute ride from the airport by public transport, which itself ensures quick and convenient connections between conference venues, nearby hotels and restaurants in the city.
Diverse event locations and accommodation options
An architectural hotbed of conference, meeting and event venues, Amsterdam offers a range of over 500 unique venues ready to accommodate groups from 10 up to 20,000 people. Think atmospheric meeting rooms along the canals, industrial factories, repurposed greenhouses and high-tech heritage sites.
The city also offers over 40,000 hotel rooms to accommodate conference visitors. From luxury lodgings to affordable rooms for those on a tighter budget, Amsterdam provides delegates with a wide range of accommodation options at the best rate. With the I amsterdam approved label event organisers can rely on excellent rooms at affordable rates.
World-class cultural offering
As of October 27, 2024, Amsterdam will celebrate its 750th anniversary year. Countless events and activities are set to take place throughout the city, with many special activities to experience on the way to this momentous occasion.
Thanks to the city's compact nature, conference visitors are able to access the city's world-class cultural offering with ease. Quick connections between venues, hotels, bars and restaurants makes it easy to get around and explore the city's popular sights and quirky neighbourhoods. Unlock top restaurants, laid-back bars, renowned museums, hidden gems, and much more with our tips on what to see and do during your stay.
Leading innovations across key sectors
A collaborative knowledge and business network including world-leading universities, research institutions, medical centres and a dynamic startup scene come together to form innovative ecosystems across healthcare, tech, artificial intelligence, sustainability and creative industries. This makes for seamless academic-industrial collaborations and provides the perfect breeding ground for scientific conferences to create impact through educational activities, scientific programmes and legacy initiatives.
Expert support from the Amsterdam Convention Bureau
With support from the Amsterdam Convention Bureau, international meeting planners benefit a range of independent event planning services that help you connect with the city and accomplish impactful meetings in the Amsterdam Area. Whether you're planning a business meeting or large-scale conference, our team is here to help you create value and share innovations that contribute to your event mission and our city.
See how our team can help bring your next event to life.
