Amsterdam, Netherlands

Money and tipping in Amsterdam

In Amsterdam, payment habits differ from many origins — plan for both cards and cash.

Key takeaways

·Euro (EUR)
·Round up or 5–10% in restaurants — not obligatory.
·Optional small cash for occasional market stalls.

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Cards vs cash

Contactless/card nearly everywhere; cash rarely needed. Optional small cash for occasional market stalls.

Tipping

Round up or 5–10% in restaurants — not obligatory.

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