Amsterdam Encounter (Lonely Planet Encounter Guides) | Zora O'neill

What Will Your Amsterdam Encounter Be? Sipping cold beer and watching canal boats float by in the Jordaan Discovering clever Dutch design in the boutique-filled Negen Straatjes Contemplating the secret annexe at the Anne Frank Huis Sampling spicy Indonesian snacks and caramel-filled 'stroopwafels' at the vibrant Albert Cuypmarkt Experiencing the convivial Dutch 'gezelligheid' at a traditional brown cafe Cycling past grasslands and fields of wild orchids in the Amsterdam Woods Discover Twice the City in Half the Time Full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood maps for easy navigation Our discerning author pinpoints the city's best sights, museums, shops and restaurants Unique Snapshots chapter helps you get under the skin of the city Meet the locals: insider tips from a food blogger, innovative bike shop owners and a culture critic