Netherlands

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to the Netherlands. Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences, from visiting Amsterdam's Jewish Cultural Quarter to scouting offbeat sculptures and urban pop art in Rotterdam, and exploring the floating village of Broek op Langedijk.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Netherlands travel guide. Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips. Updated with a new structure and design, you can navigate the Netherlands and connect experiences together with ease.

Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions. Get fresh takes on must-visit sights, including the Anne Frank Huis, Euromast's Observation Deck, and Eindhoven's illuminating museum.

Special features include going green in Amsterdam, red light insights, Dutch masters, and pop icons. Expert local recommendations cover when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more.

An essential information toolkit contains tips on arriving, transport, making the most of your time and money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, accessibility, and responsible travel. Connect with Dutch culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions.

Inspiring full-color travel photography and maps, including a pull-out map of Amsterdam, are included. The guide covers Amsterdam, Haarlem & North Holland, Utrecht, Rotterdam & South Holland, Friesland, Northeastern Netherlands, Central Netherlands, and Southeastern Netherlands.

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Netherlands.