The Netherlands

Colourful canals and culture-filled cities - welcome to the Netherlands. Whether you want to immerse yourself in the exquisite art of Amsterdam's galleries, cycle through fields of tulips or go cheese tasting in Gouda, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that the Netherlands has to offer. The Netherlands boasts spectacular historic cityscapes interwoven by a magnificent network of canals.Between these cosmopolitan conurbations lies a beguilingly beautiful patchwork of rugged heathland, marshy fenland and windmill-dotted fields ready for you to explore. Our recently updated guide brings the Netherlands to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the country's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. You'll discover:-our pick of the Netherland's must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems-the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay -detailed maps and walks which make navigating the country easy-easy-to-follow itineraries-expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe-colour-coded chapters to every part of the Netherlands, from Amsterdam to Utrecht, Zeeland to LimburgWant the best of Amsterdam in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Amsterdam.