I often get the questions from guests whether it is nice to cycle through Amsterdam by bike. To be honest with you, I love to explore the city by bike. But did you know that everything in Amsterdam is within walking distance and that this is what I always recommend to our guests?
If you look closely, you will find so many special things in the city. For example, look at these bookcases. They can be found everywhere in Amsterdam. The idea is simple: anyone can borrow books and put books back in the cupboard. The motto: take a book, leave a book. You don’t get to experience these typical thing of Amsterdam on a bicycle.
If you’re not used to cycling, I don’t think it would be a good idea to start in Amsterdam. The streets are always very busy and traffic comes from all sides. In case I made you curious about exploring the city by bike the way I like to do, then the best place to rent a bicycle is at the Black Bikes Frederiksplein. Their shop is just a short stroll away from our hotel. For the dare devils among us, I summed up a few things to keep in mind when riding your bicycle in Amsterdam.
Have a safe ride!