WECLOME TO AMSTERDAM
THE RAI DISTRICT
Since opening at its current location in 1961, RAI Amsterdam has spent more than six decades bringing industries and international audiences together, growing into one of Europe’s leading exhibition venues with large-scale event space and excellent connections to Schiphol Airport and central Amsterdam.
- Schiphol Airport to RAI Amsterdam: around 10 minutes by direct train
- Amsterdam city centre to RAI: approximately 10–15 minutes by metro
- Amsterdam RAI Station: just a few minutes’ walk from the venue
- 116,000+ sqm of event space: across 12 interconnected halls
- 70 conference and meeting rooms: all within the RAI complex
For SBC Summit Europe attendees, it means less time spent travelling and more time spent where it matters: at the event, in meetings and exploring Amsterdam.
StrandZuid
Strandzuid brings a different side of Amsterdam to SBC Summit Europe. Located on the banks of the Amstelkanaal, just moments from the show floor, the waterfront setting combines bars, terraces and open-air spaces with direct access to the city’s famous RAI beach.
The setting lends itself naturally to a different kind of networking. Away from packed schedules and busy exhibition halls, there’s more time to catch up with existing contacts, make new introductions and turn conversations from earlier in the day into meaningful connections.
And with the RAI only minutes away, moving between business and socialising is effortless.
For the duration of SBC Summit Europe, the RAI beach serves as a dedicated destination for attendees to meet, socialise and unwind throughout the event.
The City After Dark
Compact, well-connected and already familiar to the iGaming community, the city makes it easy to move from the RAI into dinners, private events, sponsor activations and smaller-group networking. Jordaan, Leidseplein and Rembrandtplein are all within easy reach of the venue (and of one another).
MUST-SEE AMSTERDAM
Staying a little longer or have a few hours to spare? Amsterdam packs an incredible amount into one city, from world-famous museums and historic neighbourhoods to incredible bars and restaurants and, of course, its scenic canals, all within easy reach.
THE FOOD & DRINK EXPERIENCE
Amsterdam takes its food seriously, and at SBC Summit Europe, you won’t have to go far to experience it. The Food Festival will bring a wide range of food and drink into the heart of the event, while Amsterdam Zuid and the nearby city centre offer everything from casual dining and group dinners to late-night drinks. And for a real taste of the city, there are a few local favourites worth trying:
- STROOPWAFELS: Two thin waffles held together with a layer of caramel syrup. Find them freshly made at one of Amsterdam’s markets and eat them while they’re still warm.
- DUTCH HERRING: One of the more adventurous local traditions. Herring is typically served with chopped onions and pickles from specialist stands across the city.
- INDONESIAN & RIJSTTAFEL: Indonesia has had a lasting influence on Dutch food culture. Rijsttafel brings together a selection of small Indonesian dishes around the table, making it particularly good for sharing with a group.
- JENEVER: A traditional Dutch spirit and predecessor to modern gin. For the full experience, try it at one of Amsterdam’s traditional brown cafés (bruine kroegen).
- LOCAL BEER: There’s much more to Dutch beer than Heineken. Amsterdam has a thriving independent brewing scene, with Brouwerij ’t IJ, located beside the De Gooyer windmill, one of the city’s best-known local names.
RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS
Client dinner, team lunch or somewhere to keep the evening going? We’ve picked out some of Amsterdam’s best options, from restaurants close to the RAI to city-centre spots made for dinner, drinks and groups.
