If you’re looking for a great day trip from Amsterdam, you’ll be surprised how many things to do in Zwolle you’ll find–and how much great shopping you’ll find in this medieval Dutch city, including a beautiful bookstore. Keep reading for things to do in Zwolle, the Netherlands and how to get to Giethoorn from Amsterdam (via Zwolle).
…Day Trips from Amsterdam
A scenic day trip from the Hague: Voorburg, Leidschendam, and the Molendriegang
Sometimes, you don’t need to go far in order to treat yourself. On a recent weekend, my husband and I took a cycle through the lovely towns of Voorburg and Leidschendam prior to visiting the Molendriegang, one of the most famous landmarks of the Hague area.
Although the Hague is quite modern, you can easily experience the cuteness of these adorable towns just outside of the Hague and the classic Dutch polder landscape, including the famous Molendriegang (Three Windmills).
Keep reading for an scenic bike ride outside of the Hague, including stops for lunch and beer, totals about 23 kilometers from the Hague city center. This route should take about 1.5 hours without stopping on a lazy Saturday or Sunday.
…Why you should visit Madurodam to see Holland in miniature
As someone who loves living in the Netherlands, I have fallen in love with Dutch architecture and sights. I was so afraid that Madurodam would be something for children, but I was really surprised by it (in a good way). I include why you should visit Madurodam, a bit about the history of the most visited war memorial in the world, highlights of visiting Madurodam, and logistics of getting to Madurodam (including cost-cutting tips).
…5 Dutch cheese markets: A cheesy day trip from Amsterdam
If you’re planning your trip to the Netherlands, you might want to visit one of the famous Dutch cheese markets to see where Dutch cheese is made. In this guide to cheese markets in the Netherlands, I’ll be detailing the various cheese markets in the Netherlands, the history of cheese in the Netherlands, and my opinion of which Dutch cheese market that you should visit.
…Visiting the Oudewater Witches’ Weighing House: A museum on witchcraft
As a lover of strange and wonderful places, I knew that I had to visit the Witches Weighing House in Oudewater, the Netherlands. This house was used for weighing goods ….and witches. This guide to the Oudewater Witches Weighhouse will discuss logistics of visiting this fascinating witch museum in the Netherlands.
…Secret the Hague: 25+ secret places to visit in Den Haag
Ever since moving to the Hague, I’ve been busy trying to exploring this beautiful city. Although to many people that I’ve met from elsewhere, the Hague is boring and they’ve “been there“.
However, the Hague is full of secrets in plain sight and this city has a lot more to offer than people realize. Keep reading for my favorite off the beaten path places in the Hague.
…One perfect day in Dordrecht, the Venice of Holland
While my mom visited me this summer, we finally visited Dordrecht as a day trip. This stunning city without the crowds of Amsterdam is an easy day trip from Rotterdam, the Hague, or Amsterdam, however the quiet charm of Dordrecht won me over with its beautiful canals, picturesque warehouses, and stunning views.
…Your perfect Rotterdam itinerary with the best things to do in Rotterdam
Considering taking a day trip to Rotterdam? I’ve created a one day guide to Rotterdam, covering Rotterdam’s best things to do in Rotterdam with a free self-guided walking itinerary covering this modern Dutch city. (If you’re less keen on covering this Rotterdam itinerary on foot, there’s a good metro system in Rotterdam.
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Entering the fantasy world of the Nederlands Kremlin, Holland’s most beautiful sculpture garden
I love curiosities and after seeing a photo of the Nederlands Kremlin, a sculpture garden in Holland located about 1-2 hours from Amsterdam, I knew that I had to visit this unusual place. In visiting this unusual art exhibition near Amsterdam, I was truly inspired by its owners and their passion for the sake of art. Keep reading for the most unique day trip from Amsterdam and a peek into Ger Leegwater’s world…
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Texel: Perfect Couple Weekend Trip from Amsterdam
I didn’t hear of Texel until I moved to the Netherlands. This beautiful island in the North of the Netherlands (about 3.5 hours from Amsterdam) is a well-kept secret among Dutchies who spend their vacations sunbathing on its clean beaches, swimming into the Wadden Sea, biking along its heather-filled dunes, visiting its seal sanctuary for injured seals, and taking in cute little Dutch towns.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic weekend away, a weekend birdwatching, or a family cycling trip, Texel is a great weekend trip from Amsterdam or Rotterdam. It’s my new favorite summer getaway and I’ll be back.
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