Rough Guides The Netherlands: Travel Guide with eBook

by Rough Guides, Gavin Haines, Phil Lee

Overview

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to the Netherlands, written by Netherlands experts, goes beyond the basics. It blends must-see sights with hidden gems and offers unmatched practical guidance for seamless planning and on-the-go exploration. Packed with in-depth advice often missing from other guides, it helps you navigate with ease. From using public transport to discovering the best dining, accommodations, and local experiences, this guide covers it all. Every detail you need for a smooth and enriching journey.

Inside this Netherlands travel book, you'll find:

• Regional deep dive – in-depth coverage of key areas with curated experiences and honest reviews
• Itinerary samples – tailored plans for different trip lengths and travel styles
• Practical information – essential tips on getting there, using public transport, avoiding crowds, saving time and money, and traveling responsibly
• Expert recommendations – insider advice on the best places to eat, drink, stay, and enjoy nightlife or outdoor activities
• Seasonal tips – when to go to the Netherlands, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
• Must-see pick – unmissable sights handpicked by our authors - Amsterdam Noord, Indonesian food, cycling, Giethoorn, Texel, The Hague, Rijksmuseum, Maastricht, Keukenhof Gardens, Hoge Veluwe National Park, Delft, 's-Hertogenbosch, Frisian Islands, Anne Frank Huis, Van Gogh Museum, Ijsselmeer
• Easy-to-use maps – colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
• Cultural insights – engaging stories on local history, arts, and traditions for a deeper understanding of the Netherlands
• Language essentials – Dutch phrases and vocabulary to help you connect with locals
• Inspiring travel photography – stunning full-color images capturing the essence of the Netherlands, and fueling your wanderlust
• Designed for comfort and sustainability – a velvet soft-touch cover for a secure grip and premium uncoated paper from responsibly sourced materials
• Bonus eBook – free download with purchase for added convenience
• Coverage includes: Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Zuid-Holland, Utrecht, North Netherlands, Frisian Islands, Eastern Netherlands, South Netherlands, Zeeland

Travel smart and experience the Netherlands with confidence. Let this guide to the Netherlands be your trusted companion to must-see sights, hidden gems, and local secrets for an unforgettable adventure.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781835295120
Publisher:	Apa Publications
Publication date:	05/12/2026
Series:	Rough Guides Main Series
Edition description:	10th ed.
Pages:	344
Product dimensions:	5.10(w) x 7.80(h) x 0.00(d)

About the Author

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.

The West Midlands-born writer Gavin Haines these days travels almost exclusively by rail and bike. He writes mostly about Britain and the cycle-friendly Netherlands, and his work has been published by the BBC, National Geographic and The Telegraph, among others. Follow Gavin on X (formerly Twitter) at @ gavin_haines.

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.