Rental cars in Amsterdam South from $72

If your trip to Amsterdam South is all locked in but your itinerary is looking a bit empty, let us give you a helping hand.Interesting things to see and do around this neighborhood? Concertgebouw and Stedelijk Museum are up there. Make your way over and find out what the fuss is about.Leave that rental car at the hotel and use those legs. Not far from this neighborhood’s center, Museum Square is worth a visit. Albert Cuyp Market and Olympic Stadium are two other nearby attractions that draw plenty of travelers like yourself.

Zuidas and Old South are two great places you might want to swing by. Both offer plenty to do and a decent range of accommodations. Zuidas is 0.2 miles away, and Old South is 0.5 miles.

No matter whether it’s rainy or sunny, you’ll be able to see the awesome beaches near Amsterdam South from the comfort and freedom of your own rental car. When you get near the ocean, keep your eyes peeled for seabirds circling over these glorious stretches of coastline:

• Almeerderstrand (11 miles away).
• Vuntusstrand (13 miles away).
• Zandvoort Beach (15 miles away).

Booking a rental car is a wonderful option for professionals who travel often. If your visit to Amsterdam South is largely for business-related reasons, you should know where all the business and convention centers are located. Here are just some of the top ones:

• RAI Exhibition and Congress Centre (1 mile away).
• De Burcht (2 miles away).
• Berlage Stock Exchange (3 miles away).

Amsterdam South is a handy place to base yourself to explore Amsterdam and beyond. Only 2 miles from the downtown area, you’ll likely be doing a mix of city and highway driving. Think about where you’ll be going. Will you be visiting the built-up areas around town or are you looking for some fresh air and fun in nature? If it’s both, opt for a standard car for the best of both worlds — practicality and comfort.

You’ll be glad to know that there’s an impressive variety of both high-end and economy rental vehicles in Amsterdam South. What you end up going for will depend on your budget and what you’re planning to do. Specialty and prestige vehicles offer the best in mod cons and comfort. If you want to treat yourself, why not go for a high-end SUV, or perhaps a cushy medium-sized vehicle? Alternatively, if you’re just after a car to get you around town as efficiently as possible, we can help you out with a no-frills compact vehicle (or something else that won’t break the bank).

You’ll be cruising along the right side of the road in Amsterdam South. Even though the conditions may be similar to home, we suggest driving with extra care in a new destination.

A great thing about traveling to a smaller city like Amsterdam is less traffic — and you won’t find much of it in the neighborhood of Amsterdam South. However, you may still encounter busier road conditions as people come and go from work.

It can be difficult to get a car space in Amsterdam South. Once you nab one, be sure to pay close attention to the signage. Overstaying the maximum time limit or leaving the car in a restricted zone can leave a big hole in your vacation budget.

Amsterdam South is a neighborhood in Amsterdam, where speed limits range from 50km/h to 100km/h. However, there are exceptions. Residential areas are usually 30km/h unless otherwise signed.

Generally, one of two things will happen. Your chosen rental car company may charge the amount of the fine to your credit card. This is the usual approach. Or it may pass on your contact information to local authorities so the fine is sent straight to you.

Although there are a few exceptions, seat belts are compulsory in Amsterdam.

It is prohibited to use your cell phone while driving in Amsterdam South, and you may also be charged a fine for just handling a phone if you’re in control of a vehicle. That said, the use of hands-free or Bluetooth functions is allowed, as long as you keep your attention on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit while driving in Amsterdam South is 0.05%. If you’re planning a big night on the town, leave your rental car behind and organize some other way of getting home instead.

No, it’s not. In Amsterdam South, red equals stop, with no exceptions. When nearing a set of traffic lights, always drive at a safe speed so you can easily stop if you need to.