How to Book Train Travel From Paris to Amsterdam

Train travel from the beautiful city of Paris to the exciting city of Amsterdam, is the easiest way to visit these European cities. Driving takes much more time and effort. But flying is more costly and filled with hassles.

Follow our instructions. We will help you. Book tickets online at the Rail Euro website. Purchase tickets while in Europe at vending machines or train station counters. Passengers can often buy tickets and board trains as well. Compare prices with different rail lines to find the best rates. Package deals and rail passes offer deep discounts from the moderately priced regular fees.

 Look for trains that travel within cities to get around faster and cheaper than by rental car or taxi. Ask about rates and tickets at the train station. Relax during the six hour ride from Paris to Amsterdam. Make reservations early to solidify travel plans. Buy rail passes to enjoy this cayance.

 Book train travel on the Thalys, the high speed trains running between Paris, Amsterdam and other cities in between. Major European Rail lines offer tickets on this rapid transit. Travel from Paris North to Amsterdam Central takes about four hours and prices are moderate. Relax in comfort in first class. Or enjoy regularly priced seats. First class tickets include meals and newspapers. Purchase tickets on the Thalys before or after arriving in Europe. This train runs up to nineteen times daily, and tickets are usually available.

Places to Eat and Drink in Amsterdam

You’ll probably do a lot of walking while you explore Amsterdam, so you’ll need to eat well. Fortunately, that won’t be difficult. Amsterdam loves its cafés.

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 Have coffee at the famous Café Americain, located in the Eden Amsterdam American Hotel. It’s been  around since 1902, and is worth visiting if only for the stunning Art Nouveau interior.

  Café Luxembourg hasn’t been around for quite as long, but its high quality has made  it a favorite for decades. When you’re ready  for a real meal, go to D’Vijff Vlieghen for New Dutch Cuisine, high cuisine based  on traditional Dutch food. The restaurant is made up of adjoining 17th-century houses,  with rooms invoking the atmosphere of the Golden Age.

 One of Amsterdam’s best restaurants  for fine dining is the critically acclaimed La Rive. It’s known for innovative, elegant  French-Mediterranean inspired dishes. Indonesian cuisine is a favorite in Amsterdam, and Sama  Sebo is one of the city’s oldest and most beloved Indonesian restaurants.

 It’s very  popular, so you’ll want to make reservations. If you're a beer lover, you'll be happy to  know you can find fantastic beer in Amsterdam–visit Brouwerij 't IJ, or the IJ Brewery, for a  taste of authentic beer, made right there. Located inside the former bathhouse next to  the De Gooyer windmill, it’s full of local flavor.