Amsterdam: The Rough Guide, Second Edition - Softcover

Dunford, Martin; Holland, Jack

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1858282187 ISBN 13: 9781858282183

Publisher: Rough Guides, 1997

Synopsis

A practical, engaging, and good-natured companion to Amsterdam, this Rough Guide features the fullest listings of the city's bars, brown cafes, restaurants, and night spots ever compiled, as well as information on accommodations to suit any traveler's budget. 29 maps & plans. 4 color maps.

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Review

Whether you're looking for the restroom in The Rijksmuseum, free beer at the Heineken Brewery, information at The Prostitution Information Centre, yellow corduroy flares at the Waterlooplein market, a canal bike to cruise the waterways, a primer on Dutch cheese, or where to dial for BBC World Service broadcasts--look no further. Amsterdam: The Rough Guide can help you fulfill these and thousands of other needs.

There are many reasons to visit Amsterdam, not the least of which could be its breath-of-fresh-air qualities compared to the rush of other cities. As the authors explain, "With its tree-lined canals, cobbled streets, tinkling bicycle bells and stately architecture, Amsterdam is a world away from the traffic and noise of other European city centres--clean, modern and quiet, while still retaining a perfectly preserved 400-year-old centre."

The Rough Guide's maps include sights, bars, hotels, restaurants, clubs, and public transport routes. They're easy to read and well-marked and are accompanied by choice-provoking tidbits about places to stay and nearby eateries and drinkeries: "Well-worn but clean rooms awaiting imminent renovation, friendly and helpful staff," "Small, homely and serving delicious pancakes," "Tiny place that looks and feels like an African mud hut, except for the hip-hop beats. Grass specialists."

About the Author

Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about—having either traveled extensively or lived there—and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.

Edition details

• Publisher: Rough Guides
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1858282187
• ISBN 13: 9781858282183
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 400