How to navigate IDFA
We are thrilled to welcome you to yet another edition of IDFA taking place from November 13 to 23, 2025. To help accredited guests find their way, we have compiled an overview of key practical information below.
This year, all industry locations are centered around our festival hub: Leidseplein.
Please note: this page will be updated regularly as we get closer to the festival.
Location: Leidseplein
Located in the heart of the city, Leidseplein hosts most of our professional venues.
- Internationaal Theater Amsterdam
Forum, Guest Desk, Industry Talks, Project Presentations, Consultancies - De Balie
IDFAcademy, Industry Talks - Pathé City
Forum Rough Cut Presentations, Project Presentations, Press & Industry Screenings, Market Screenings - Het Documentaire Paviljoen
Docs for Sale
Location: ITA (ground floor)
Accredited guests can pick up their pass and get general information about the festival at the Guest Desk.
Opening days and times:
- Wed, Nov 12 | 14:00 – 18:00
- Thu, Nov 13 | 09:00 – 20:00
- Fri, Nov 14 | 09:00 – 21:00
- Sat, Nov 15 | 09:00 – 21:00
- Sun, Nov 16 | 08:00 – 21:00 *
- Mon, Nov 17 | 08:00 – 21:00
- Tue, Nov 18 | 09:00 – 20:00
- Wed, Nov 19 | 09:00 – 20:00
- Thu, Nov 20 | 10:00 – 20:00
- Fri, Nov 21. | 10:00 – 18:00
- Sat, Nov 22 | Desk Closed**
- Sun, Nov 23. | Desk Closed**
* Note: Access to ITA is limited on Sunday, Nov 16 from 14:30 to 16:00, due to Sinterklaas parade
**Guest Services reachable via phone on +31202620762
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.
Looking for good hotel options around our festival venues? Please consult our IDFA 2025 venues & Hotel Recommendations Map.
Partner Hotels
Thanks to our partners are Leonardo Hotels, Conscious Hotels and Hotel , 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:
- Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Leidse Square (formerly The ED)
Besides that our Google Maps offers some recommendations for groups, those travelling with children and those on a budget.
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.
Locations and accessibility
As part of our ongoing commitment to delivering an inclusive festival experience, IDFA is working to remove several access barriers in our programming and services. Find an overview of our festival locations and industry venues using the link below, with specific information regarding the accessibility of each location.
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.