10 Amazing Places to Visit in The Netherlands & Top Netherlands Attractions

Spending a vacation in Holland is an experience that will make your dreams come true. Visit with us your very popular capital Amsterdam, fairy-tale cities and towns and the most emblematic

places

. You will fall in love with its romantic channels and traditions that you will not find anywhere else. No matter if you are looking for beautiful nature, the best museums in the world or extraordinary tourist

attractions

, the Netherlands has it all. Have you still not decided where to go on your

visit

to Holland? Discover with us the best

places

to see in this beautiful country that offers endless tourist

attractions

.

Number one. Utrecht. Utrecht is a lively city with a picturesque old town full of historic buildings. It is impossible to miss the 112-meter-high Dom Tower. Built in the 14th century, it is the oldest and tallest church tower in the Netherlands. The canals of Utrecht are incredibly magical and the most famous is Oudegracht, which means Old Canal. Along the canal you can find restaurants, cafes and private houses. To experience a completely different view of the city, take a boat tour or discover Utrecht by paddling kayaks with a local guide and make your stay in this medieval city unforgettable.

For train lovers interested in the history of Dutch railways, there is the Dutch National Railway Museum, founded in 1927. The collection contains many exhibits including waiting rooms, steam, electric and diesel locomotives, as well as train and freight cars and trams. Do you want to rest? Visit Wilhelmina Park, which is an ideal place for picnics or barbecues and sunbathing in the summer. Relax watching geese and ducks enjoying the park next to you. Welcome to the beautiful De Haar Castle, which is the largest castle in the Netherlands. It has turrets, gates, suspension bridges and is surrounded not only by ponds and canals but also by 135 acres of parks and gardens.

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the interior of the castle and admire the main hall as well as some of its rooms. This luxurious castle was renovated between 1892 and 1912 and has 200 rooms. Number two. Zaanse Schans. If you're looking for a day trip outside of Amsterdam, visit the village of Zaanse Schans. You can get here by public transport, by car and even by bicycle. Visiting this town is like a journey through the centuries, since this place represents life in Holland in the 17th and 18th centuries. You will see 11 authentic windmills, houses and craft factories. The windmills are the most popular attraction here and you can also visit the inside to see how the wind-powered machines work.

Some of these windmills were built to saw wood, others produced oil, cocoa or paint. You will also be able to see how the famous traditional Dutch shoes (clogs) are made using old machine tools. Their history dates back to the 13th century, they adapt to your feet and are very comfortable. You can see Zaanse Schans on foot, by bike or from the water, as there are several boats sailing along the river from where you can even see cows grazing in the meadows. Number Three. Marken. Marken used to be a fishing village and belongs to one of the most charming places in the Netherlands, especially thanks to its characteristic wooden houses.

Due to frequent flooding, until the 17th century the Dutch built their houses on artificially constructed hills and then on stakes. You can't find these houses anywhere else. Nowadays, thanks to the 32 kilometer long hydraulic construction called Afsluitdijk, which is located approximately only 1 hour from Marken, there is no longer any flooding in the village. It belongs to the most popular tourist attractions in Holland and was built between 1927 and 1933. Marken used to be an island and has become a peninsula thanks to the 1.6 km long embankment completed in 1957. It can be crossed by car, bicycle or on foot. While walking through Marken, don't miss the "Wave", which is a monument commemorating the terrifying flood that hit the town in 1916.

Another must-see is a wooden shoe factory where you can see how they were made and followed. making wooden clogs. You can also buy a pair. Don't miss the 'Paard van Marken' lighthouse, which means Horse of Marken. It was completed in 1839 and is still in operation. Although you cannot visit the interior, its white tower, red dome and impressive landscape are a photographer's dream. Number four. Keukenhof. If you like Dutch tulips and beautiful flowers, Keukenhof, also known as the Garden of Europe, is the right place for you. The largest flower park in the world, open since 1949, is home to more than 7 million flowers.

Their gardeners plant the bulbs manually each year. These gardens also contain other flowers such as orchids, roses, lilies, irises and many others. The gardens are open only 53 days a year, from mid-March to mid-May, so if you are planning a visit you should come during this period. This is because the flowering time of tulips and other flowers is limited. You can easily get to the park from Amsterdam by public transport or if you like a long bike ride this can also work as it takes 2 hours to get there. Buy tickets in advance to avoid waiting in line.

Number five. Groningen. Groningen belongs to the most picturesque cities in the Netherlands, especially in winter, when you can enjoy ice skating on the frozen canal in the city center. Groningen is dominated by the 15th-century Martini Tower. You can climb this 97-meter-high building and enjoy stunning views of the city. The tower is connected to the 13th century Martini Church, which is the oldest in the city. The must-see place is the Groninger Museum, which contains collections of modern and contemporary art by Dutch and international artists. If you want to enjoy nature in the city, visit the English landscape park Noorderplantsoen.

You can jog, walk, lie on the grass or discover its ponds that were formerly canals before this place became a park in the 19th century. Less than an hour's drive east of Groningen is the star-shaped Bourtange Fortress. Completed at the end of the 16th century, today it houses a historical museum. You will be enchanted by its medieval atmosphere. If you are in Groningen on December 5, don't miss the St. Nicholas parade in the streets. A large crowd of children and adults greet Saint Nicholas and his entourage. Number six. Rotterdam. Welcome to Rotterdam, the architectural city of Holland.

For a spectacular view of the city, visit the Euromast, a 185-metre-high tower completed in 1960 that is surrounded by the English-style Het Park. This lush green park near the city center is a perfect place for barbecues or relaxing. Continue to the historic Delfshaven district, which is one of the few areas of the city that was not destroyed during the bombing of Rotterdam in 1940. It is home to cozy cafes, restaurants and shops. You will fall in love with its romantic atmosphere. Rotterdam is a global port city and you can't miss its maritime museum founded in 1986. It contains many attractions, including a lighthouse and many old ships, such as this 228-meter-long SS Rotterdam, former flagship of the Netherlands-America line.

This fascinating structure is the Market, which consists of offices, apartments, a supermarket and around 100 food stores. One of the most striking structures in Rotterdam is a set of cubic houses completed in 1984. The houses consist of 3 floors, have a living area of ​​100 square meters and all walls are inclined. One of the houses is open to visitors so they can check out the interior. Another impressive structure is the White House, completed in 1898. This 43-metre-high Art Nouveau building was Europe's first skyscraper and stunning views can be enjoyed from the observation deck at the top. Number seven. Texel. If you are looking for beautiful nature and charming Dutch villages, visit the island of Texel.

The island has more than 30 km of sandy beaches. The island's most recognized landmark is the Eierland Lighthouse, which was completed in 1864. Climb 118 steps to its top and enjoy a sensational view from its observation deck. On the island of Texel you can even see seals living in the mudflats, don't worry, they are not difficult to find. There are some sandbanks where large numbers of seals live throughout the year. Make sure you keep a distance so as not to stress them. Texel is said to have as many sheep living on the island as there are inhabitants. It is pleasant to watch the sheep and lambs grazing in the pastures.

Also visit the fishing village of Oudeschild and its port full of fishing boats. You can take a trip from here to catch shrimp or observe seals from a different perspective. Another worthwhile attraction is the Flora Beach Walking and Maritime Museum in Den Burg. You will be able to see an incredible collection of objects that have washed up on Texel beach over the last 75 years. From Den Helder you can easily reach the island of Texel by car. Take the ferry which leaves every hour and takes only 20 minutes. Number eight. Hague. An ideal starting point for travelers is the Binnenhof, the center of Dutch politics.

It belongs to the oldest Parliament buildings in the world still in use and its most impressive part is the Knights' Hall. You can take a guided tour and admire its interior. For art lovers there is the Mauritshuis, which houses hundreds of Dutch paintings from the Golden Age, including Vermeer's world-famous Girl with a Pearl Earring. Inside you can admire the masterpieces of painters such as Rembrandt or Rubens. Delve into automotive history at the Louwman Museum. It dates back to 1934 and contains more than 275 historic and classic cars, including this luxurious car that formerly belonged to Winston Churchill, James Bond's original car from the movie "Goldfinger" or this swan car from 1910.

Do you want to discover the most beautiful places? beautiful views of the Netherlands in just a few hours? Then visit the Madurodam miniature theme park, which combines an amusement park, historical heritage and world-class nature. This interactive park was opened in 1952 and is a great place for visitors of all ages. This is the most popular seaside resort in Holland called Scheveningen. Located just 5 km from The Hague, it contains beautiful beaches, numerous pavilions and restaurants and a 42 meter high Ferris wheel which you can climb and enjoy unparalleled views of the city, beach and sea. You can even have lunch, dinner or a snack in one of its 36 closed gondolas.

Number nine. Gouda. The Netherlands is famous for its cheese and the most popular Dutch cheese comes from Gouda. Visit the central square, Markt, where you can find the Gouda Cheese Market, where local farmers have sold their cheese since 1198. Held every Thursday morning from April to the end of August. Visit De Waag, a historic building completed in 1668 where cheese products were weighed before being sold. Today it houses a museum describing the history of the Gouda cheese market. Another attraction that is also located in the Market Square is the impressive Gothic Town Hall completed in 1450. On its wall you can find a bell that symbolizes the granting of the right of city to Gouda by Floris V, Count of Holland.

Gouda is an extremely walkable city. Take a seat in one of its cozy cafes and try the waffles with syrup, they are delicious. Number ten. Amsterdam. Welcome to Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands and one of the most romantic cities in the world. An ideal starting point for travelers is Dam Square, where several impressive buildings can be found, including the Royal Palace. Originally built as a town hall in the 17th century, you can visit its interior and admire the 34 meter long and 25 meter high citizens' hall, as well as a series of representative rooms, including the bedrooms.

Amsterdam is a paradise for all art lovers. The most popular museums are the Rijksmuseum, founded in 1798. Inside you can admire a collection of Dutch and international art spanning eight centuries. Other must-see museums include the Van Gogh Museum, where you can find the world's largest collection of works of art by this Dutch post-impressionist painter, and also the Anne Frank Museum, where you can visit a house in which this Jewish wartime writer was hiding with her family. during world war II. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance as they often sell out. If you like picnics and barbecues or just want to relax, visit Vondelpark, Amsterdam's most popular park among locals and tourists.

It was opened to the public in 1865, occupies 47 hectares and can be visited Dutch style, by bicycle. With more than 100 km of canals, Amsterdam is the city with the most water in the world. Combined with its picturesque bridges, it's impossible not to fall in love with Amsterdam's cityscape. We recommend taking one of the canal cruises, it is a very romantic experience. If you liked this video and want to see more in the future, leave a comment, like and subscribe to our YouTube channel. Thanks for looking and weWe'll see in the next video.