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Some come to Amsterdam for the anything-goes party scene, some come for the Golden Age art and thriving theatre, but no-one leaves without being bowled over by the merchant's villas lining the canals, the gracious parks and the laid-back, come-one-come-all vibe that is Amsterdam at its best.
Maximize your trip with this Lonely Planet Amsterdam Travel Guide:
Marvel at the Dutch Masters and take a step back in time in an elegant merchant's house. Join the late-night revellers in the Red Light District or cosy-up canalside in a ‘brown café'. Get the low-down on Queen's Day and see the Royal Orchestra at the Concertgebouw. Elegant, history-steeped port; liberal, laid-back party town. Connect with your Amsterdam using this stylish and streetwise guide. COMPREHENSIVE LISTINGS – more than 250 reviews of the best restaurants, cafés, coffeeshops and clubs in town EXPANDED ARCHITECTURE CHAPTER – get gable-gazing with our chapter dedicated to this remarkable city's characterful buildings BE INFORMED – in-depth analysis of current events gets you under the skin of the city EXPLORE THE CITY YOUR WAY – tailor-made cycling and walking tours and recommended canal cruises
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