by water
Amsterdam is a busy port city and one of the most important cruise ship harbours in Europe. The main cruise hub is based at the passenger terminal at Oostelijke Handelskade, on the edge of the city centre. Trains and buses connect this new terminal with Amsterdam city centre. The main ferry terminal for cross-channel ferries is situated further south, at Hoek van Holland which is connected by an express rail link with Amsterdam Central Station.
A free ferry service (departing behind Central Station) provides cyclists and pedestrians with connections to Amsterdam Noord and the KNSM Island. Ferries are frequent and operate between 6.15 am - 9 pm (limited service on the weekend).
Timetables are displayed on the quay behind Centraal Station.