Travel to Netherlands

Streetwise Amsterdam (Streetwise)

Format: Map
Author: Michael E. Brown
ReleaseDate: January, 2005
Publisher: Streetwise Maps
Rating:

Perhaps not for public transport, but for 'streetwalking'
Lightweight, laminated (waterproof), pocket-sized, and with almost all the detail that most visitors need. There are maps with more detail, but this map is an essential. Fully-opened, it is still small, unobtrusive, and easy to use. A handy gazeteer lists many streets and monuments, with map grid locations. There are some very tiny streets/alleys that are hard to make out, but that is true for almost any
pocket-sized folding map. .

tram lines inaccurate
A nice touch is that it is covered in plastic, making it rain-proof. This is an excellent street map. However, the marginal note says it was updated in 2004. This so-called update must have been done on the basis of out-of-date data. Some tram lines have changed their routes and some have been discontinued. In addition, no bus lines are given on this map. This map is recommended for visitors who do not intend to leave the tourist area, but the visitor who wishes to explore outside the tourist area and who requires more complete and accurate public transportation data should purchase a map at the government transportation office across the street from the main train station. Although many museums and other attractions are indicated on the map and referenced on the index overleaf, some museums and attractions are not found there. A visitor should also have a good guidebook to learn about other sights to see. .

A big help!
I would not attempt a foreign city without one of these maps. We spent a week in Amsterdam and used this map to get around. They are also useful for pre trip planning. .

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