Getting Around in Hilversum
Edit ThisHilversum transportation facilities are among the best in the Netherlands. The city boasts of a vast network of public and private transport systems. Some of the most popular means of getting around Hilversum include:
Walking
The commercial part of Hilversum, including the eateries and the shopping locales, is located in the center of the city. Further, there are dedicated, pedestrian pathways between most of the popular locations. Visitors can easily walk down for their shopping or gastronomic requirements. Most of the streets have dedicated parking lots and hence, there is little fear of walking being interrupted by vehicles.
Local Buses
Hilversum has a small but effective local bus system. Most of the buses cross the boarding junction near the railway station. This is the best place to seek information about various bus-routes. The bus fares are rather low and the schedule is strictly followed.
Bike Rentals
Hilversum boasts of an environmentally-friendly society and hence, its citizens tend to use bikes for daily commuting needs. The administration has created dedicated biking-trails that can be easily recognized with their purplish-red hue. Visitors can easily rent bikes for a single day or for weeks, for token charges. Most of the bike rentals are found around the main, railway station.
Taxis
Visitors can feel assured about finding taxis at any time of the day in Hilversum. However, the fares are rather high. Further, sharing a ride is very uncommon, and it is unlikely to find shared taxis during the peak, evening hours. Most of the taxi companies display their contact numbers on hoardings and overall, the service is quite impressive.
