Pocket Amsterdam

Lonely Planet’s Pocket Amsterdam is your guide to the city’s best experiences and local life – neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Visit world-class museums, admire the beautiful waterways, and sample Dutch cuisine; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Amsterdam and make the most of your trip!

Inside Lonely Planet’s Pocket Amsterdam:

Up-to-date information – all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak

Full-colour maps and travel photography throughout

Highlights and itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Essential info at your fingertips – hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices

Honest reviews for all budgets – eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

Convenient pull-out Amsterdam map (included in print version), plus over 18 colour neighbourhood maps

User-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time

Covers Medieval Centre & Red Light District, Jordaan & the Western Canal Ring, Southern Canal Ring, Vondelpark & the South, De Pijp, Oosterpark & East of the Amstel, Nieuwmarkt, Plantage & the Eastern Islands, Amsterdam Noord and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Pocket Amsterdam, an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences – neighbourhood by neighbourhood – that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to Amsterdam with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city.

Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all of Amsterdam’s neighbourhoods? Check out Lonely Planet’s Amsterdam city guide.

Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s The Netherlands guide for a comprehensive look at all that the Netherlands has to offer.

Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s The Netherlands guide for a comprehensive look at all that the Netherlands has to offer.

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