Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to the Netherlands, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.
Inside this Netherlands travel book, you'll find:
- Regional deep dive – coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one
- Itinerary samples – designed for various durations and interests
- Practical information – tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more
- Expert recommendations – insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities
- Seasonal tips – when to go to the Netherlands, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
- Must-See pick – a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Amsterdam Noord and the Eastern Docklands, Indonesian food, cycling, Giethoorn, Texel, Den Haag, Rijksmuseum, Maastricht, Keukenhof gardens, Hoge Veluwe National Park, Delft, 's-Hertogenbosch, Frisian Islands, Anne Frank Huis, Van Gogh Museum
- Navigational maps – colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
- Cultural insights – engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of the Netherlands
- Language essentials – a handy Dutch dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals
- Inspiring travel photography – full-colour pictures capture the essence of the Netherlands, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust
- Bonus eBook – Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide
- Coverage includes: Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Zuid-Holland, Utrecht, Frisian Islands, Zeeland, Rotterdam, Den Haag, Haarlem, Leiden, Delft, Enkhuizen, Hoorn, Frisian Islands, Texel, Leeuwarden, Groningen, Deventer, Zutphen, Arnhem, Nijmegen, Breda, 's-Hertogenbosch, Maastricht
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.
After training as a drama teacher many moons ago, Phil Lee switched to travel writing. He has been writing Rough Guides for well over twenty years and lives happily in Nottingham, UK, where he was born and raised.
Joanna Reeves is a Sussex-based travel writer and editor who has updated several UK-based and European Rough Guides, including parts of the Rough Guides to England and Great Britain, Pocket Rough Guide Reykjavík and Rough Guide Minis Bologna and Rīga. She is also the editor of the brand-new Rough Guide to Slow Travel in Europe.
