Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Amsterdam.
Discover Amsterdam's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from exploring the Netherland's top treasure house, the Rijksmuseum, home to Rembrandt's Night Watch and Vermeer's Milkmaid; to hiring a bike and cruising along the woodland cycling paths in Amsterdam Forest; and people-watching in one of the city's famed bruin cafés with their cosy, candle-topped tables.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Amsterdam travel guide:
- Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
- All new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Amsterdam effortlessly
- Exciting Perfect Day itineraries help you create your ideal adventure with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities
- Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
- Vibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of Amsterdam
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Oude Kerk, to the Anne Frank House, and Vondelpark
- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
- Connect with Amsterdam's culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
- Covers: Medieval Centre & Red Light District; Nieuwmarkt, Plantage & the Eastern Islands; Western Canal Ring; Southern Canal Ring; Jordaan & the West; Vondelpark & the South; De Pijp; Oosterpark & East of the Amstel; Amsterdam Noord plus day trips to Harlem, Leiden, Keukenhof Gardens, Delft, Zaanse Schans
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Amsterdam.
