Travel & Stay
Prefer to come by Public Transport
Metro 52 or tram 4 stops right in front of the RAI and will take you into the heart of Amsterdam.
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You can now check in and out using your debit card.
RAI Hotel Services
The countdown to METSTRADE has begun, and we look forward to welcoming you 19 - 21 November 2024 in Amsterdam.
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All hotels offered for the METSTRADE comply to the Health and Safety Regulations stated by the RIVM (National Institute for Public Health and the Environment).
Important: RAI Hotel Service is the only official housing partner for all RAI Exhibitions and most third party exhibitions taking place at RAI Amsterdam.
Fly with discount
Air France/KLM is our official carrier and offers a unique discount of 10% on your airfare, if you travel with AIR FRANCE or KLM to METSTRADE.
The discount code IDC40933AF can be used until the 20th of November 2024 and only via the www.klm.nl or www.airfrance.nl, when completing the payment process.
The discount code is only valid for METSTRADE attendees and can be used once by a single customer for only one online purchase. This discount code cannot be combined with other special offers.
STEPS TO CLAIM YOUR UNIQUE DISCOUNT
Did you know that Air France/KLM wants to become the leader of a more sustainable aviation industry? For example, their decarbonization strategy is primarily centered around reducing CO2 emissions, with a targeted reduction of 30% per passenger/km by 2030 (compared to 2019). Want to know more?
Visa
If you require a VISA, please make sure to arrange this as soon as possible. VISA application may take up to 6 weeks.
If you are planning a short visit to the Netherlands and you do not have Dutch nationality, you may need to apply for a visa. Whether or not you need a visa for the Netherlands depends on your nationality and the length of your stay in the Netherlands.
READ MORE ABOUT A VISA FOR THE NETHERLANDS
Apply for a Schengen visa at the Dutch mission (embassy or consulate) in the country where you reside or are entitled to reside. Visa is only provided if the requirements are met. One of the requirements might be to provide a visa invitation letter. RAI Amsterdam is able to supply this invitation letter. You will need to register as a visitor first. Your confirmation of registration will contain a link to apply for a visa invitation letter.
By train
Station RAI is just 300 metres from the RAI building and has regular connections to Schiphol, Rotterdam, Utrecht, The Hague and the international rail network. RAI Amsterdam is only a couple of minutes walk from the RAI train station.
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Important travel information (16 November - 4 December)
Please note that due to scheduled track work, passengers travelling by train between Schiphol Airport and Station RAI will need to change trains at Amsterdam Zuid between 16 November and 4 December.
For up-to-date information on track work, check NS travel information page.
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By car
RAI Amsterdam is situated just off Amsterdam's A10 ring motorway (exit 9) and has its own underground car park.
Visitors to public events are advised to use public transport. RAI Amsterdam is only 15 minutes away from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and has its own train station.
During major events signposts along the ring road will direct you to one of the car parks on the edge of Amsterdam, where a shuttle bus will bring you to the RAI.
GPS: Europaplein, 1078 GZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Parking
RAI Amsterdam has lots of parking facilities in and around the building. Visitors to public events are advised to use public transport.
Rates (rate until 6 January 2025)
The parking rate is € 5.50 per hour with a maximum of € 33.00 (as of 6 January 2025 € 35.00) per day.
Motorcycles park for free in the parking zones for motorcycles outside of the parking garage.
Easy exit
Buy your parking ticket online for € 27.00 (as of 6 January 2025 € 29.00) per day instead of € 33.00 (as of 6 January 2025 € 35.00).
More information can be found in the Parking FAQ
Visit bustling Amsterdam
Amsterdam is a bustling European hub with unparalleled amounts of history, culture and activities. With breathtaking canals and exquisite architecture, this city never ceases to amaze. If you enjoy shopping, sightseeing or fine dining be sure to reserve some time to visit Amsterdam.