Haarlem City of Culture
As Haarlem celebrates the anniversaries of two of its major theatres, the city rolls out a celebration of arts and culture, with a fantastic schedule ...
Authentic Haarlem
Frans Hals, one of the Netherlands’ greatest painters, is celebrated in the Frans Hals Museum (alongside paintings by his peers). Of course, Haarlem has made an impact in more recent times too. Its Jugendstil train station is one of the most beautiful in the country and the city is a bustling hub of great cafés, shops and restaurants.
Just 20 minutes from Amsterdam Central Station
Great shopping and nightlife: from small, quirky boutiques to fantastic concept stores, restaurants, theatres and music venues
Highlights: Grote Kerk, Het Dolhuys, Frans Hals Museum, Teylers Museum
Haarlem: What to see and do
Haarlem: Get inspired!
Top 10 things to do in Haarlem
With an abundance of historical sights, cultural attractions and hidden gems crammed into a relatively small city, Haarlem truly is a sightseers’ para...
Haarlem itineraries
Whether you have a full day to spend or just half, here's a selection of suggested itineraries for taking in the best sights and experiences in Haarle...
Haarlem shopping route
Countless shopping streets and a touch of culture
Haarlem highlights
I amsterdam's selection of highlights of things to do and places to stay, eat and drink in Haarlem, including restaurants, hotels, museums and shoppin...
Haarlem events
A small city with a big heart, Haarlem offers a jam-packed schedule of food festivals, live music and cultural events all year round.
10 x shopping hotspots in Haarlem
Just 15 minutes from Amsterdam by train, Haarlem is a true shopper’s dream. Chock full as it is with quirky boutiques, fashion-forward concept stores ...
Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket
A simple and convenient way to explore the Amsterdam Area is with the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket. This convenient multi-purpose ticket ...
Top 10 cultural experiences in Haarlem
With a host of charming venues, cultural attractions and fascinating museums, Haarlem offers an abundance of options for adventurers looking to discov...
Top 10 cafés, lunch and brunch spots in Haarlem
Here’s I amsterdam’s selection of charming cafés and delicious brunch and lunch spots that you have to visit when exploring Ha...
Top 10 luxury destinations in the Amsterdam Area
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Amsterdam 360
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Where next?
Old Holland
With its countless windmills, churches and old-fashioned farmhouses, stepping out into Old Holland can feel like being in a Golden Age painting.
Amsterdam Beach
When the temperatures soar in Amsterdam, sun-seekers flock to the Dutch coast and the beaches at Bloemendaal and Zandvoort to bask on the sands and so...
Castles & Gardens
Delve into the fascinating history of the Dutch Golden Age by exploring the ancient castles that were once the homes of wealthy merchants. Many of th...
