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Tram -: The "Circle" tram (is no longer available, BUT..)
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  • Upstate1NY
  • Updated By Upstate1NY on August 8, 2004
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  • The Circle Tram is GONE but there are others! - Amsterdam
    The Circle Tram is GONE but
    there are others!
    by Upstate1NY
    Unfortunately for the newer visitors to Amsterdam, "The Cirlcle Tram" is no longer runing, BUT still, on your first day "in town" get to the tourist bureau and buy a multiday pass for the Trams. (These are sold in two to five day "amounts") This will allow you to move around the city without having to pull out money constantly. Be very aware that you are in a large city, there are those who think of tourist as a "crop to be plucked whether they are ripe or not", Guard your money well! I was wearing a small "fanny pack" (actually on my hip) with suntan loition, tissues, etc. in it. I remembered to check it almost evertime I got off the tram, so I could ZIP IT UP AGAIN. Yes there arer those who live by "slight of hand" in Amsterdam! Be careful with your MONEY!
    Now you have your ticket for the Tram, buy a map and ride the around, noting the stops that have places you want to visit. Once you become "oriented" to the center city and you will be ready to "see the sights"

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    Tram -: Trams
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  • Nemorino
  • Updated By Nemorino on October 24, 2006
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  • 1. Conductor in a tram - Amsterdam
    1. Conductor in a tram
    by Nemorino, 2 more photos
    As a cyclist I rarely use the trams, but I am highly in favor of them on general principles and was very impressed with the fast and efficient tram system in Amsterdam.

    Some of the newer trams even have a live human conductor who sells and checks tickets. By his presence he also serves to keep order and prevent vandalism.

    You don't see this any more in Germany, where they go to absurd lengths to avoid hiring human personnel, and then moan about the unemployment rate being too high.

    Second photo: Tram number 9 goes from Centraal Station to Diemen via Damrak, Waterlooplein and Linnaeusstraat. You could take this line to go out to the Frankendael House, for example.

    Third photo: Tram 25 goes from Centraal Station to President Kennedylaan via Damrak, Muntplein and Weteringcircuit. In my photo it is waiting for the lights to change, meanwhile lots of cyclists are going by.

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    Tram -: Trams around the City
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  • By CoAir13 on January 31, 2005
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  • Trams - Amsterdam
    Trams
    by CoAir13
    Trams cost 1.60 EURO and this fare is paid to the driver. You could hop on and hop off without paying if it's crowded, but you can go to jail for doing it! Why take the chance! This is a quick and easy way to get around Amsterdam. There are tram maps everywhere and they run often!

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    Tram -: Trams in 'Dam
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  • Updated By Mariajoy on November 20, 2005
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  • Trams - Amsterdam
    Trams
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    Amsterdam has a fabulous tram system... they are fast and regular and easy to use. Trips in 1 Zone are 1.60E. You can buy the tickets as a strippenkaart (10 I think) from the VVV office at the Leidseplein or Centraal Station or buy them individually on the tram.

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    Tram -: Take the Tram
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  • JetlagCity
  • By JetlagCity on June 13, 2004
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  • the tram - Amsterdam
    the tram
    by JetlagCity
    We found the tram system easy to figure out and use. All you need is a tram map (which we got from the infomation desk at the Van Gogh Museum, but possibly your hotel might have one, too) and 1.60 Euro, and you're off. You don't even need the exact change, and you can buy a ticket either from the driver or at a little booth at the back of the tram. Just be sure you're up and at the door when they arrive at your stop so you're ready to get off, or you may find yourself riding longer than you expected.

    They're very narrow!

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    Tram -: how to use the tram
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  • kilat
  • Updated By kilat on May 1, 2008
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  • The tram in Amsterdam - Amsterdam
    The tram in Amsterdam
    by kilat
    I live in Amsterdam and must say: the tram is the best transportation in Amsterdam.

    * You have to get in the tram by the driver or the ticketsaler (at the back or in the middle), it is not allowed to get in at another door (with a gate).
    * The driver has a free map of the tramroads. You can also find them on the map at every tramstop. You can find the number of the tram above the window at the frontside of the tram, and also at the backside.
    * You can buy a ticket by the driver or the ticketseller, but it is cheaper to buy a "strippenkaart" before you use the tram (see my Amsterdam travel guide).
    * When you want the driver to stop at the next tram- or busstop, you have to push the button, near to every chair.
    * If you want to get out, you have to push the button to open the doors. Don't wait to long to step outside and stay together, the doors can close faster than you expect. Watch out for your bag: it might get between the doors (or pickpocket).
    * The trams don't drive at night, only during daytime untill about 24.00 o'clock.
    * The doors are closed by the driver. If you stay in the half open door, it won't close completely, untill you step outside. A bell shall ring.

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    Tram -: More than just good for Transportation
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  • Updated By Geisha_Girl on February 28, 2004
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  • Catching zzzzzzz's every chance we get! - Amsterdam
    Catching zzzzzzz's every
    chance we get!
    by Geisha_Girl
    Although bicycles seem to be the #1 mode of transportation around Amsterdam, they do have a very convenient tram system.

    The trams cover most of the city center. There is a loop/tourist line (# 20) that makes it easy for tourists to visit the city. This is a great system.........when you can find the stop to catch it!

    We were trying to make our way to the Van Gogh museum on foot..........but after realizing the distance it was from Centraal Station, we thought we would take the tram to save time.

    Trams are also great sources to help you catch up on much needed Zzzzzzzzzzzzzz's! ;-)

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    Tram -: tramlines to attractions
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  • Updated By kilat on April 30, 2008
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  • the tram - Amsterdam
    the tram
    by kilat
    Tramlines to attractions and other places:
    * Albert Cuijpmarket: 16 and 24 (Albert Cuijpstraat), or: 4 and 25 (Stadhouderskade)
    * Amsterdam Historical Museum: 1, 2, 4, 5, 9, 13, 14, 16, 24, and 25 (Spui)
    * Amsterdam Tulip Museum: 13, 14 and 17 (Westermarket)
    * Anne Frank House: 13, 14 and 17 (Westermarket)
    * Artis Zoo: 9 and 14 (Plantage Kerklaan)
    * Beguine Courtyard / Begijnehof: 1, 2, 3, 5, 9, 14, 16, 24 and 26 (Spui)
    * Central Station: 1, 2, 4, 5, 9, 13, 16, 17, 24 and 25
    * Concert Hall / Concertgebouw: 3, 5, 12, 16 and 24 (Museumplein)
    * Damsquare / Damplein: 1, 2, 4, 5, 9, 13, 14, 16, 17, 24, and 25 (Dam)
    * Diamond museum: 16 and 24 (Museumplein)
    * Fleemarket / Waterlooplein/-square: 9 and 14 (Mr. Visserplein)
    * Flowermarket / Bloemenmarkt: 1, 2 and 5 (Koningsplein); or: 4, 9 14, 16, 24 and 25 (Muntplein)
    * Leidseplein /-square: 1, 2, 5, 7 and 10 (Leidseplein)
    * Madame Tussauds: 1, 2, 4, 5, 9, 13, 14, 16, 17, 24, and 25 (Dam)
    * Municipal Theatre / Stadsschouwburg: 1, 2, 5, 7 and 10 (Leidseplein)
    * Royal Palace / Koninklijk Paleis: 1, 2, 4, 5, 9, 13, 14, 16, 17, 24, and 25 (Dam)
    * Rijksmuseum: 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 16 and 24 (different stopping-places)
    * Rembrandtsquare/ Rembrandtplein: 4, 9, 14 (Rembrandtplein)
    * Rembrandthouse: 9 and 14 (Mr. Visserplein)
    * Tropical Museum / Tropenmuseum: 9, 10 and 14 (Alexanderplein); or: 3 and 7 (Wijttenbachstraat)
    * Van Gogh museum: 2, 3, 5 and 12 (Van Baerlestraat); or: 16 and 24 (Museumplein)
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    Tram -: Walking is better... trams are also great.
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  • Updated By zuriga on March 17, 2005
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  • The 16 - Amsterdam
    The 16
    by zuriga
    Trams are the way to travel if walking isn't an option or one is just plain worn out. Tickets are available from the conductor toward the back of most trams or at the large building across from the Central Station. Ticket strips must be punched for each ride... just one zone if traveling around Central Amsterdam.

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    Tram -: Take the tram
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  • Updated By acemj on May 1, 2004
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  • Tram - - Amsterdam
    by acemj
    Just make sure you enter from the correct door. I didn't and the good-natured ticket attendant scolded me a bit. She knew, however, that I was a harmless, clueless visitor and we had a good laugh about it. You'll pay 1.60 Euro for a single zone fare. It's pretty easy to find the right tram, since they are a bit limited in the directions they can travel due to the canals. When you see one going in the general direction you need, hop on. Just be careful as you're walking along the street. The tracks are barely noticeable and the trams are very quiet so always keep an eye out for them or you might get hit.

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