Amsterdam city guide

Amsterdam’s compact core is laced by atmospheric lanes and quarters. You never know what you'll find: a hidden garden, an old monastery turned music venue, probably by a canal. More in-depth analysis on the city's architecture, with images to help visitors spot styles and famous buildings, including the recently UNESCO World Heritage-listed 17th-century canal ring.  360 eating and drinking listings, 85 great places to stay, 67 museums and galleries and six different ways to tour the canals Colour feature on canal architecture Comprehensive listings Top sights in full detail Coverage includes: Planning chapters, Medieval Centre & Red Light District, Nieuwmarkt, the Western Canal Ring, the Southern Canal Ring, Jordaan & the West, Vondelpark & Around, Old South, De Pijp, the Plantage, Eastern Islands & Eastern Docklands, Oosterpark & South Amsterdam, Understand and Survive chapters.