The Rough Guide to Amsterdam
eBook - PDF

The Rough Guide to Amsterdam

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  1. 280 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

The Rough Guide to Amsterdam

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About this book

The Rough Guide to Amsterdam, now in full colour, is the ultimate travel guide to this vibrant city, with clear maps and expanded coverage of all of the best attractions in Amsterdam. Get the most out of this fascinating city with information on everything from its magnificent museums and iconic Golden Age architecture, to quirkier sights and quintessential Amsterdam experiences, from canal boat trips to bike rides. Find detailed practical advice on what to see and do in Amsterdam, relying on up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels, bars, clubs, shops and restaurants for all budgets. With clear maps of Amsterdam, a Dutch language section to help you negotiate your way around, and expert background on everything from Dutch art to Amsterdam's coffeeshop culture, The Rough Guide to Amsterdam sets you up for the perfect trip.

Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Amsterdam.

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Table of contents

  1. Contents 3
  2. INTRODUCTION 4
  3. What to see 6
  4. Author picks 9
  5. When to go 10
  6. Itineraries 11
  7. Things not to miss 12
  8. BASICS 18
  9. Getting there 19
  10. Arrival 21
  11. City transport 22
  12. The media 27
  13. Travel essentials 27
  14. THE GUIDE 34
  15. 1 The Old Centre 34
  16. 2 The Grachtengordel 53
  17. 3 The Jordaan and western docklands 73
  18. 4 The old Jewish quarter and Plantage 81
  19. 5 The eastern docklands and Amsterdam Noord 93
  20. 6 The Museum Quarter and around 103
  21. 7 The outer districts 118
  22. 8 Day-trips 125
  23. LISTINGS 142
  24. 9 Accommodation 142
  25. 10 Cafés and restaurants 154
  26. 11 Bars, clubs and live music venues 172
  27. 12 Arts and culture 184
  28. 13 Shops and markets 189
  29. 14 LGBT Amsterdam 202
  30. 15 Kids’ Amsterdam 207
  31. 16 Sports and activities 211
  32. 17 Festivals and events 216
  33. CONTEXTS 220
  34. History 221
  35. Dutch art and architecture 237
  36. Books 249
  37. Dutch 253
  38. SMALL PRINT & INDEX 260
  39. CITY PLAN 271