Perfect day itineraries and top travel tips in a pocket-sized package.Plan your trip, plan perfect days and discover how to get around — this pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering fun and interesting things to do and see in Amsterdam, from top tourist attractions like the Dam, Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum, to hidden gems, including the EYE Film Institute. Compact, concise and packed with essential information about Where to Go and What to Do, this is an ideal on-the-move pocket travel guide when you're exploring Amsterdam.— Cultural: delve into the city's rich heritage and get to know its modern-day life and people— Inspirational: discover where to go and what to do, highlighted with stunning photography— Practical: get around with ease with a free pull-out map featuring key attractions— Informative: plan your visit with an A to Z of advice on everything from transport to tipping— Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience— Covers: the Centre, the Southeast, the Southwest and the NorthwestAbout Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.
Catastrophic fires destroyed a large part of the city in 1421 and again in 1452. Following the second fire, legislation made it illegal to build with wood, and brick became the material of choice
