How to find us!

Bello Gio’s by the River sits on one of the most beautiful spots in Amsterdam‑North:right by the water, with views across the IJ, offering a calm and welcoming escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Whether you’re arriving by ferry, public transport, or car, getting here is easy.

By Ferry

The best way to reach us is by free ferry from Amsterdam Central Station. Catch the ferry F4 to NDSM‑werf, departing from the left-hand side behind Central Station. The ride which takes approximately 10-15 minutes, provides stunning views of A'DAM Tower and the city.

The ferry is free for pedestrians and cyclists and runs frequently during peak times.
From the NDSM ferry dock, it’s just a few minutes’ walk along the water to Bello Gio’s.

Pro tip: take the ferry at sunset for a magical start to your evening.

By Public Transport: buses & metro

Prefer public transport? No problem:

From Amsterdam Central Station, take bus 391 towards Zaandam Zaanse Schans or bus 394 towards Zaandam Station. Get off at Klaprozenweg, a short walk to the NDSM‑werf.

Alternatively, take the Noord-Zuid Metro Line 52 to Noorderpark, then transfer to bus 35 heading to Molenwijk. Stop at Atatürk and it's a 10 minute walk to our restaurant

From any of these stops, it’s a pleasant few minutes walk to reach us.

By Car

Driving here is easy via the A10 / IJ Tunnel towards Amsterdam‑North.

For street parking, paid zones apply Monday–Saturday from 09:00 to 19:00 and Sunday from 12:00 to 19:00. Payment can be made at the meters or via apps like Yellowbrick, Parkline, or EasyPark (parking codes 19579–19588).

If you prefer guaranteed or covered parking, several garages are within walking distance: APCOA Parking NDSM, ParkBee – NDSM, The Curve / ParkBee The Curve, and Het Dok Parking.

Pro tip: some garages allow reservations, which can be handy for busy weekends or late evenings.