PAN Amsterdam Art Fair Chauffeur: Arrive at the RAI in Style
A chauffeur for PAN Amsterdam at the RAI: Schiphol pickup, door drop-off, waiting during your visit and room for purchases at a fixed price. Book your car.
A chauffeur for PAN Amsterdam takes care of everything between your hotel or the airport and the fair: a pickup at Schiphol, drop-off at the RAI entrance, waiting while you browse and a relaxed ride to dinner afterwards. SilverDrive provides discreet, English-speaking chauffeurs in a Mercedes-Maybach, S-Class or BMW i7, at a fixed price agreed at booking.
PAN Amsterdam brings art, antiques and design together under one roof, from old masters and modern art to jewellery, silver and contemporary design. It draws collectors, dealers and interior designers from across Europe, and a well-planned visit leaves time for what matters: the works themselves.
What Is PAN Amsterdam?
PAN Amsterdam is one of the leading art and antiques fairs in the Netherlands. Dozens of galleries and dealers show paintings, sculpture, photography, antiques, design, tribal art and jewellery, all vetted for quality and authenticity. The fair is traditionally held in November at RAI Amsterdam, in the south of the city next to the Zuidas business district. Dates, opening hours and ticket options are published on the official PAN Amsterdam website.
Getting to RAI Amsterdam
| From | Drive time by chauffeur |
|---|---|
| Schiphol | 15 to 20 minutes |
| Canal belt hotels | 15 to 20 minutes |
| Zuidas | 5 minutes |
| Amstelveen | 10 to 15 minutes |
| The Hague | 45 to 55 minutes |
| Rotterdam | 55 to 65 minutes |
The RAI sits directly on the A10 ring road. During large events the surrounding streets and car parks get busy, especially at opening time and on Sunday afternoons. Your chauffeur drops you at the entrance and collects you there, so you avoid the car park entirely.
Why Visit PAN Amsterdam with a Chauffeur?
Arrive fresh, leave when you choose
Opening nights and preview evenings often end late. With a chauffeur you leave the moment you want, without waiting for a taxi in the November rain.
Combine the fair with the city
A typical collector’s day combines the fair with a visit to galleries in the Jordaan or the Spiegelkwartier, a museum such as the Rijksmuseum or Stedelijk, and dinner. With hourly chauffeur hire the car follows your schedule.
Space for your purchases
Bought a small piece you want to take home yourself? It travels safely in the boot. For valuable works we offer secure high-value goods transport, or we coordinate with the gallery’s art shipper.
Discretion
Collectors often prefer not to advertise what they buy or where they stay. Our chauffeurs are screened and work under strict confidentiality.
A Sample Day at PAN Amsterdam
- 09:30 Pickup at your hotel on the Herengracht.
- 10:00 Drop-off at the RAI as the fair opens, before the crowds.
- 13:00 Chauffeur collects you for lunch in Amsterdam Zuid.
- 14:30 Gallery visits in the Spiegelkwartier near the Rijksmuseum.
- 17:30 Back to the hotel to rest.
- 19:30 Dinner in the canal belt, chauffeur waiting.
Choosing the Right Car
- Mercedes-Maybach S-Class for VIP collectors and preview nights.
- Mercedes-Benz S-Class or BMW i7 for comfortable, quiet city travel.
- Mercedes-Benz V-Class for dealers, designers or groups of up to seven with catalogues and small purchases.
Other Art Fairs We Cover
Many PAN visitors travel on to other fairs during the season. We drive collectors to TEFAF Maastricht in March, and to fairs in Brussels, Cologne and Paris. See our overview of chauffeured luxury events in the Netherlands.
Tips for Collectors Visiting PAN Amsterdam
Arrive at opening time
The first hours of a fair day are usually the quietest, which gives you time to talk with dealers without a crowd around the stand.
Plan your route through the halls
With many galleries under one roof, a short list of dealers you want to see helps. Your chauffeur can drop you at the entrance closest to the section you plan to start with.
Keep the evening free
Galleries and dealers often host dinners and receptions during the fair. With an hourly booking you can go from the RAI to the hotel and on to dinner without planning separate rides.
Arrange shipping before you leave
For larger or valuable purchases, agree shipping and insurance with the dealer at the stand. If you prefer a private, discreet transfer of a piece, ask us about our secure transport service.
Arriving from Abroad
Many PAN visitors fly in from Belgium, Germany, the United Kingdom or further afield. We track your flight to Schiphol, meet you in the arrivals hall with a name sign and give you 60 minutes of free waiting. If you come by Eurostar or ICE, we collect you at Amsterdam Centraal. From Brussels or Antwerp we can also drive you door to door, which takes about two to two and a half hours.
Where to Stay During PAN Amsterdam
The RAI is well placed for both business and leisure hotels. Collectors who want to be close to the fair often stay around the Zuidas or Amsterdam Zuid, five to ten minutes from the entrance. Those who prefer the atmosphere of the old city choose hotels along the canal belt or near the Museumplein, about 15 to 20 minutes away by car. With a chauffeur the distance hardly matters, so choose the area that suits your evening plans.
Book Your PAN Amsterdam Chauffeur
Send us your arrival details, hotel and preferred schedule via contact, and we return a fixed price and a suggested plan. Or book your chauffeur directly in three minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Where and when is PAN Amsterdam held?
PAN Amsterdam is traditionally held in November at RAI Amsterdam, the convention centre in Amsterdam Zuid next to the Zuidas business district. Check the official PAN Amsterdam website for the dates and opening hours of the current edition.
How long is the drive from Schiphol to RAI Amsterdam?
About 15 to 20 minutes via the A4 and A10 outside rush hour. From the canal belt and most city centre hotels it is a similar drive.
Can the chauffeur wait while I visit the fair?
Yes. With an hourly booking your chauffeur stays nearby and is at the entrance when you are ready, so you can combine the fair with lunch, gallery visits or dinner.
Can you transport artworks I buy at the fair?
Small items you carry yourself can travel with you in the car. For valuable artworks we offer a separate secure high-value goods service, or we coordinate with the gallery and its specialist art shipper.
Do you drive to other art fairs?
Yes. We regularly drive collectors to TEFAF Maastricht, Art Brussels, Art Cologne and Paris art weeks, door to door from Amsterdam.