Cities | Exploring the Netherlands

A picturesque canal scene in Delft, featuring a canal lined with trees and flanked by buildings on both sides. Bicycles are parked along the canal, and a boat is moored in the water. The canal is covered with some green algae. In the background, there is a tall, pointed church tower. The foreground features vibrant pink and red flowers.

Things to Do in Delft: Top Attractions and Activities

Delft, a charming city in the Netherlands, offers a rich blend of history, culture, and picturesque canal views. One of the best things to do in Delft is to explore Market Square, where you can …

a busy street in Scheveningen with a church a the end, Keizerstraat - one of the best things to do in Scheveningen

Exploring Scheveningen: From the Best Attractions to the Hidden Gems

Scheveningen is one of the most popular beach destinations in the Netherlands. It grew from a small fishing village into one of the poshest seaside resorts in the country. That’s why Scheveningen is such an …

a street lined up with restaurants decorated festively for Christmas; Christmas in Valkenburg, the Netherlands

The Unusual Valkenburg Christmas Market – a Complete Guide (2024 Edition)

In the festive season Valkenburg transforms into a bustling Christmas town. Thousands come to this small southern Dutch town to experience a traditional Christmas: roasted chestnuts, holiday shopping, and wonderful sights and smells. Adorned with …

an inner courtyard with a building with turrets; the Binnenhof in The Hague with the Ridderzaal early in the morning - one of the best things to visit in The Hague

23 Unmissable Things to Do in The Hague

The beautiful city of The Hague, or Den Haag as it is known locally, is located in the western Netherlands, on the North Sea coastline. It is the third largest city in the Netherlands, the …

Medieval fortification with gates and towers - Koppelpoort - one of the best things to visit in Amersfoort

19 Best Things to Do in Amersfoort

The city of Amersfoort, located in the Utrecht province, is a Dutch city that is steeped in history. It is a relatively small city, even by Dutch standards, but packs a punch in terms of …

modern building at the background with some trees and a fountain in the middle of lake in the foreground; Lelystad in Flevoland

8 Interesting Things to Do In and Around Lelystad

The city of Lelystad, located in Northern Netherlands, is the capital city of the Flevoland province. It is a relatively new city in relation to Dutch history, merely 55 years old. This being said, it …

a large building with a green lawn in front of it with spring crocuses and people sitting around, the Drents Museum in Assen, the Netherlands

Top 11 Attractions In and Around Assen

The city of Assen, located in the northeastern Netherlands, is the capital city of the Drenthe province. The old integrity of the city has very much been preserved, and a daytrip to Assen is sufficient …

a view from a bridge with lots of colorful colors of the bank of a canal in a city on a bright sunny summer day; a view of beautiful Haarlem in the Netherlands

Haarlem Highlights: Top Attractions and Things to Do

With a population of about 160,000 people, Haarlem is the capital city of the Dutch province of North Holland. The city is located on the banks of the river Spaarne – hence its nickname, “Spaarnestad”. …

a canal with boats and large houses on the bank all lit up by winter the winter sun; visiting Zwolle in Netherlands and things to do in Zwolle

13 Cool Things to See and Do in Zwolle

The city of Zwolle, a Hanseatic city located in the Northeastern Netherlands, is the capital city of the Overjissel province. It is an incredibly lively and vibrant city but is also steeped in history, boasting …

an aerial view of a city with a church to the right and and a round-about in the middle with a monument; things to do in Arnhem

15 Amazing Things to Do in Arnhem

The city of Arnhem, located in the eastern Netherlands, is the capital city of the Gelderland province. The city is steeped in history, being one of the sites of one of the most infamous battles …