Destinations in Netherlands
Where in Holland would you like to go? View all the cities from A to Z here and find out more about the world-famous cities of Amsterdam, The Hague and Rotterdam, the cheese capitals of Gouda and Alkmaar and authentic places such as Volendam and Delft. Read up on the provinces of Holland and regions like the Veluwe, the Wadden islands and the bulb fields. In short: discover the most beautiful spots Holland has to offer!
Folklore and cheese markets, museums for children, modern design or terraces and parks… Cities with a broad cultural offering, historic canals and courtyards, the best shopping and a unique ambiance. A small country like Holland has it all and everything is close together! Stand amazed at the many faces of our towns and cities.
Amsterdam – Visit the world-famous 17th century capital of Holland. Enjoy the historic buildings, beautiful museums and pleasant ambiance. Go for a boat tour on the canals, stroll through Vondelpark, and go shopping in the inner city. Amsterdam is a unique city!
Rotterdam – Rotterdam is a city of many faces: a tough port city, a trendy nightlife city, a sophisticated shopping city, and a hip artistic city. Above all, Rotterdam is the architecture city of Holland that stimulates innovation. Its skyline is always changing. There are many things to do amid Rotterdam’s skyscrapers. You can go on a shopping spree, enjoy some excellent food, and visit a range of museums and attractions in and around the city centre.
The Hague – The Hague is the only big city with a beach directly on the North Sea coast. The city boasts many monuments, chic hotels, and a political heart. The government of Holland is run from the historic Binnenhof and the King’s office palace can be found on the Noordeinde. You can visit beautiful art museums and a day of high-end shopping. The tram will convey you from the city center to Scheveningen and Kijkduin in just twenty minutes, where you can enjoy the sun, beach and sea.
Utrecht – Utrecht is the lively, beating heart of Holland. It was built around the Dom tower, which you can see from any point in the city, so there is no way you can get lost in the attractive, car-free city centre. Utrecht boasts beautiful canals with extraordinary wharf cellars housing cafés and terraces by the water. As well as the Dom tower, Utrecht boasts hundreds of other monuments that each contribute to the special atmosphere in this centuries-old university town.
Maastricht – Maastricht is one of the oldest cities in Holland, as you will quickly discover when strolling through the historic inner city. Churches, city walls, monumental merchant houses and big squares merge seamlessly with a comprehensive and varied range of shops.
Groningen – Groningen, capital of the eponymous province in the northern part of Holland, is a lively city that has much to offer in terms of culture and events, beautiful historic monuments like the Martini Tower, great shopping districts for a wonderful shopping spree, and excellent restaurants. Groningen should definitely be on your to-do list!
Holiday by the Sea – Start your holiday in Holland with a visit to the coast. Holland has a long coastline from Zeeland in the south to the northeast of Groningen. Enjoy the endless horizon and the wide beaches along the North Sea. Visit one of the attractive seaside towns in Holland, such as Noordwijk, Zandvoort, or Egmond aan Zee. Are you staying in a holiday home by the sea or even on the beach? You will experience beach life every day and see the North Sea in its varying moods.
