Pocket Amsterdam (Lonely Planet Pocket Guides) (Travel Guide)

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Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in Amsterdam, matching different needs.

Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for going on a canalboat tour or exploring the city's stunning architecture and art galleries.

Jordaan

Venture further afield to Nieuwe Kerk or Vondelpark. This travel guide to Amsterdam tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive. With every major sight and listing highlighted, the pull-out map of our Amsterdam travel guide makes on-the-ground navigation easy. Extensive practical travel information including getting there, getting around, climate information, safety tips, accommodation explanations, food & drink advice and shopping essentials All guides published from January 2021 are printed on paper from responsible sources verified to meet FSC’s strict environmental and social standards The routes suggested by Rough Guides' expert writers cover top attractions like the Grachtengordel and Westerkerk, as well as hidden gems like the Old Jewish Quarter and Waterlooplein.

Features fresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout. Covering The Old Centre, the Grachtengordel, the Jordaan and more, the practical Places section of this Amsterdam travel guide provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop. This compact, practical and entertaining travel guide to Amsterdam will help you discover the best of the destination. Our slim, trim treasure trove of trustworthy travel information is ideal for travellers on short trips. It covers all the key sights such as Dam Square, Koninklijk Paleis, Nine Streets, restaurants, shops, cafes and bars, plus inspired ideas for day-trips, with honest independent recommendations from expert authors. This Amsterdam guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free ebook. Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into Amsterdam, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.Extensive recommendations for accommodation, restaurants, shops and leisure activities for all budgets Colour-coded places chapters with detailed coverage of places and sights, presented in a points-of-interest structure Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Oude Kerk and the spectacular Brouwersgracht. This compact, practical and entertaining travel guide to Amsterdam will help you discover the best of the destination. Our slim, trim treasure trove of trustworthy travel information is ideal for travellers on short trips. It covers all the key sights such as Dam Square, Koninklijk Paleis, Nine Streets, restaurants, shops, cafes and bars, plus inspired ideas for day-trips, with honest independent recommendations from expert authors. This Amsterdam guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19. Carefully planned routes covering the best of Amsterdam give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.