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Netherlands eSIM
8 data plans · from $4.99 · one-tap install by email
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Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
8 data plans · from $4.99 · one-tap install by email
Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
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Connects automatically to the strongest signal across KPN, Vodafone.
Setup
Set up your eSIM before you travel — it takes about a minute. Scan once, switch it on when you arrive, and you’re online.
On iPhone (iOS)
On Android
10 plans for Netherlands, from 3 to 50 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 180 days. 10 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.
7 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on KPN, Vodafone.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.
No regional bundle covers Netherlands — a single-country plan is the only option here, which is usually the cheaper one anyway.
A travel eSIM for Netherlands is a digital SIM your phone downloads — no plastic card, no airport pickup counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (a QR code is included too), and it installs a second line alongside your existing SIM. It stays dormant until you arrive in Netherlands, then connects automatically to KPN, Vodafone on 5G where available and LTE everywhere else. Your home number keeps working for calls and texts; the eSIM simply carries your data.
Maps, messaging and rideshare apps are light — roughly 300–500 MB a day. Add photos, social and the occasional video and you’re closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip a 5 GB plan is comfortable; for two weeks, sharing, or heavy use, choose 10 GB or more, or a reloadable plan you can top up on the go. Netherlands plans start at $4.99 across 8 sizes, with the per-GB price shown on every one so the right choice is obvious.
No. A travel eSIM for Netherlands is a local data plan, not international roaming — you pay the price you see up front, with no per-megabyte bill from your home carrier. Set the eSIM as your data line and switch data roaming off on your home SIM, and there are no surprises when you get home. Full refund any time before you install, so there’s no risk in buying ahead.
Stroopwafel
A sweet treat made of two thin waffles joined by a caramel syrup filling.
Albert Cuyp Market in Amsterdam or local bakeries.
Bitterballen
Deep-fried, crispy meatballs filled with a savory meat ragout, usually served with mustard.
Most traditional Dutch pubs (brown cafes) during drinks.
Hollandse Nieuwe Haring
Raw herring typically served with chopped onions and sometimes pickles.
Seafood stalls (haringhandels) across the country.
Poffertjes
Miniature, fluffy pancakes served with powdered sugar and butter.
Poffertjeskraam (food stands) or traditional pancake houses.
Stamppot
Mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables like kale or carrots, often served with smoked sausage.
Moeders in Amsterdam or traditional Dutch restaurants in winter.
Kibbeling
Battered and deep-fried chunks of white fish, usually served with garlic or tartar sauce.
Fish markets and coastal towns like Scheveningen.
Erwtensoep
A thick, hearty split pea soup with pork, smoked sausage, and vegetables.
Local winter markets and traditional eateries.
Oliebollen
Deep-fried sweet dough balls, similar to donuts, sometimes with raisins.
Street carts (oliebollenkramen) around New Year's.
Kaas (Dutch Cheese)
World-famous cheeses like Gouda, Edam, and Maasdam.
Cheese markets in Gouda or Alkmaar, and local cheese shops.
Kroket
A breaded and deep-fried roll with a creamy meat ragout filling.
FEBO automats or most snack bars nationwide.
RijksmuseumAmsterdam
To see masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and other Dutch Golden Age artists.
3-4 hours · book ahead
Anne Frank HouseAmsterdam
To visit the hidden annex where Anne Frank wrote her famous diary during WWII.
1-2 hours · book ahead
Keukenhof GardensLisse
To witness millions of tulips and spring flowers in bloom (spring only).
3-5 hours · book ahead
Van Gogh MuseumAmsterdam
To explore the largest collection of artworks by Vincent van Gogh in the world.
2-3 hours · book ahead
Zaanse SchansZaandam
To experience traditional Dutch life with historic windmills and wooden houses.
2-4 hours
Kinderdijk WindmillsKinderdijk
To see a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring 19 monumental 18th-century windmills.
2-3 hours
MauritshuisThe Hague
To view Vermeer's 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' in a beautiful 17th-century palace.
2 hours · book ahead
Cube HousesRotterdam
To marvel at Piet Blom's innovative and striking tilted cube architecture.
1 hour
Dom TowerUtrecht
To climb the tallest church tower in the Netherlands for stunning city views.
1.5 hours · book ahead
Efteling Theme ParkKaatsheuvel
To enjoy enchanting fairytale rides and attractions in a beautifully landscaped park.
Full day · book ahead
Train
NS operates frequent, efficient intercity and sprinter trains connecting all major cities.
€10 - €30 per intercity trip depending on distance.
Bicycle
Rent a bike from numerous shops or use the OV-fiets system if you have a personal transit card. Use dedicated bike lanes.
€10 - €15 per day.
Tram
Cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague have extensive tram networks. Tap in and out with a contactless card.
€1.50 - €3 per ride.
Metro
Amsterdam and Rotterdam feature fast underground and overground metro lines for longer city trips.
€2 - €4 per ride.
Ride-hailing
Uber, Bolt
Taxis and ride-hailing are relatively expensive and generally not needed due to excellent public transit.
Paying for things
Basics
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Most businesses and attractions are closed. |
| King's Day (Koningsdag) | April 27 | Massive street parties and flea markets nationwide; major transport disruptions in city centers. |
| Liberation Day | May 5 | Festivals in many cities, but generally standard public transport schedules apply. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Almost everything is closed, transport on limited schedules. |
| Second Christmas Day (Boxing Day) | December 26 | Many businesses closed, but museums and large retail stores often open. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.