Navigating IDFA
We are thrilled to welcome you to yet another edition of IDFA taking place from November 13 to 23, 2025. All industry locations are centered around De Leidseplein this year.
To help accredited guests find their way, we have compiled an overview of key useful information below.
Please note: this page will be updated regularly as we get closer to the festival.
Travel and stay
Amsterdam Central Station is the central train station for visitors from within Europe to select as their destination. From Antwerp, Berlin, Bruxelles, London and Paris there is but a single (high-speed) train connecting our cities.
Curious about your options from other European cities?
IDFA is collaborating with Choo-Choo to create routes within Europe to travel sustainably to IDFA by train. Choo-Choo has mapped the best train connection from several cities within Europe to Amsterdam and makes it easier for guests wanting to travel more sustainably.
Find your best connections and rates from Barcelona, Budapest, Copenhagen, Ljubljana, Milan, Prague, Rome, Stockholm, Vienna, Warsaw & Zurich.
Curious about other cities and their connection to Amsterdam? They have many more connections, just send them a message on their website.
The closest airport to Amsterdam is Schiphol Airport (airport code: AMS), which is an international hub with many destinations available. Other airport options are Eindhoven Airport (EIN) or Rotterdam/The Hague Airport (RTM), both about 1,5 hours from Amsterdam by public Transport.
Schiphol Airport has its own train station which can take you to the city centre in only 15 minutes. The trains go 8 times per hour, so it is the fastest, most sustainable and least expensive method of getting to your hotel.
In general public transportation is very reliable in the Netherlands. In Amsterdam trams, metros and busses run from early morning until midnight. There are several night busses to cover nighttime travel.
Pay for your trip just as easily as paying in a store. You can check in and out on all public transport with your contactless debit card, credit card or mobile phone. Pre-registration or downloading an app is not necessary.
Traveling by public transport? Then check the GVB app or the GVB website to plan your route.
All of our Industry venues are now conveniently located around Leidseplein!
- International Theater Amsterdam (Leidseplein 26): Forum & Industry program
- Het Documentaire Paviljoen (Vondelpark 3): Docs for Sale
- De Balie (Klein-Gartmanplantsoen 10): IDFAcademy & Industry program
- Pathé City (Klein-Gartmanplantsoen 15-19): Press & Industry screenings
You can find a full overview of all festival locations and industry venues during IDFA 2025 on Google Maps.
Looking for good hotel options around our festival venues? Please consult our IDFA 2025 Venues & Hotel Recommendations.
Partner Hotels
Thanks to our partners at Leonardo Hotels, Conscious Hotels and Hotel V, we can offer you a discount code for several hotels close to our Industry venues. These venues are highlighted on our map:
Use discount code IDFA854U for a 15% discount at:
Use discount code IDFA2025 for a 10% discount for:
Whether you are in need of some hours of childcare for your kids, or whether you are looking for fun activities for them while in Amsterdam, view our compilation of various tips on attending IDFA with children.
Code of Conduct
The Code of Conduct applies to all IDFA staff, contractors, volunteers, professional guests, audiences, and relations, including the Managing Board and the Supervisory Board, as well as those fulfilling positions remotely who may be contracted as consultants (further referred to as “participants”, as seen under the “Definitions” section).
IDFA is committed to providing a safe and friendly environment for all, where everyone is treated equally, without discrimination, exclusion, or preferred treatment on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, age, religion, political opinion, language, nationality, social position or ability. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and equity and work together towards shared goals. We practice continuous improvement of our work, informed by evaluation and learning. IDFA takes a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of unwanted behavior, by any person participating in IDFA’s activities, that intends to violate the dignity of others. Zero tolerance means that we will never tolerate, condone, or ignore bullying, harassment, or hate crimes of any kind.
Locations
Find an overview of all festival locations and industry venues during IDFA 2025. To help you navigate the city during the festival, see all locations on Google Maps.