{"id":33530,"date":"2021-08-01T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-01T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/?p=33530"},"modified":"2026-01-23T16:27:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T15:27:14","slug":"cities-in-the-netherlands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/cities-in-the-netherlands\/","title":{"rendered":"12 beautiful cities in The Netherlands"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Go city tripping in The Netherlands! There are many beautiful cities in the Netherlands which are great to explore on a weekend. You&#8217;re going to love these Dutch cities! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-best-cities-in-the-netherlands\">The best cities in The Netherlands<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many great cities for a city break in The Netherlands. Have you ever spent a weekend in one of these cities?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"amsterdam\">Amsterdam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Amsterdam-in-Noord-Holland-1-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Amsterdam-in-Noord-Holland-1-min.jpg\" alt=\"Amsterdam in Noord-Holland\" data-id=\"33313\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Amsterdam-in-Noord-Holland-1-min.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/?attachment_id=33313\" class=\"wp-image-33533\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Amsterdam-in-Noord-Holland-2-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Amsterdam-in-Noord-Holland-2-min.jpg\" alt=\"Amsterdam in Noord-Holland\" data-id=\"33314\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Amsterdam-in-Noord-Holland-2-min.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/?attachment_id=33314\" class=\"wp-image-33534\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, cannot be missed on this list of fun cities in the Netherlands. The city attracts millions of tourists every year and that is for good reason because the city center with the canals is a beautiful sight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;ve lived in Amsterdam for more than 12 years and I loved exploring the canals early in the morning (tip: go early to avoid the crowds). It&#8217;s incredibly beautiful! In addition, there are also a lot of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/awesome-parks-in-amsterdam\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"22119\">beautiful parks in Amsterdam<\/a> and interesting museums to discover on the days when the weather is not that good. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Travelguide<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1640973184\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1640973184&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=travelwithc02-20&amp;linkId=0b9f774d263c8be8416cd385c4a9f91d\" data-type=\"URL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Fodor&#8217;s Amsterdam: with the Best of the Netherlands<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top attractions<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/van-gogh-museum-tickets-l144593\/?zanpid=8111_1627731266_a6656b93ce18d6f7cb440890b7d02fa5&amp;partner=awinnl&amp;utm_source=Awin&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=Awin\" data-type=\"URL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Van Gogh Museum<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/amsterdam-attractions-c75061\/tickets-for-historic-boat-tour-p975421\/?zanpid=8111_1627731295_effebbeb522f39f45454b554b3234402&amp;partner=awinnl&amp;utm_source=Awin&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=Awin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">canal cruise<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fkaartjes-the-upside-down-l172243%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">The Upside Down<\/a> (the largest Instagram museum in Europe), visit a concert in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fkaartjes-concertgebouw-l144302%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Concertgebouw,<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fkaartjes-amsterdams-museum-l126531%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Amsterdam Museum<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hoteltip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/thecollegehotel.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">The College Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra tip: with the Amsterdam City Card you get access to many museums, you can the public transport for free, go on a canal cruise, and rent a bike.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/weekend-in-amsterdam-tips\/\"><em>A weekend in Amsterdam: 30 tips from local<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"groningen\">Groningen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Uitzicht-vanaf-Forum-Groningen-min-683x1024.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Uitzicht-vanaf-Forum-Groningen-min-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"View from Forum Groningen\" class=\"wp-image-23211\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Uitzicht-vanaf-Forum-Groningen-min-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Uitzicht-vanaf-Forum-Groningen-min-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Uitzicht-vanaf-Forum-Groningen-min-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Uitzicht-vanaf-Forum-Groningen-min-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Uitzicht-vanaf-Forum-Groningen-min-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Uitzicht-vanaf-Forum-Groningen-min.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the city of Groningen, no less than 25% of the inhabitants are students, which makes it feel like a very young city. There are many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/things-to-do-in-groningen\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"23012\">fun things to do in Groningen<\/a> and you can easily spend a weekend here. For example, climb the Forum or the Martinitoren for a great view of the city, visit the latest exhibition in the Groninger Museum, or discover one of the many beautiful hidden courtyards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hoteltip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/miss-blanche.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Hotel Miss Blanche<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Extra tip<\/strong>: don&#8217;t forget to discover the most beautiful places in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/best-things-to-see-in-groningen-province\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"28922\">province of Groningen<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dordrecht\">Dordrecht<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Dwalen-door-de-straten-in-Dordrecht-1-min-682x1024.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Dwalen-door-de-straten-in-Dordrecht-1-min-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Dwalen door de straten in Dordrecht\" data-id=\"27693\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Dwalen-door-de-straten-in-Dordrecht-1-min.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/nederland\/dagje-uit-in-dordrecht\/attachment\/dwalen-door-de-straten-in-dordrecht-1-min\/\" class=\"wp-image-33544\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Dwalen-door-de-straten-in-Dordrecht-2-min-682x1024.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Dwalen-door-de-straten-in-Dordrecht-2-min-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Dwalen door de straten in Dordrecht\" data-id=\"27694\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Dwalen-door-de-straten-in-Dordrecht-2-min.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/nederland\/dagje-uit-in-dordrecht\/attachment\/dwalen-door-de-straten-in-dordrecht-2-min\/\" class=\"wp-image-33545\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dordrecht is the oldest city in Holland and you will absolutely notice that when you go for a stroll through the city center. The city is full of beautiful old buildings and you can see the most beautiful stepped gables. In Dordrecht, you&#8217;ll also find many cool vintage shops and you will love visiting one of the old and typical Dutch brown cafes. Dordrecht is also a fun city for nature lovers, De Biesbosch National Park is located right next to the city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hoteltip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/heer-amp-meester-bed-amp-breakfast.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Heer&amp;Meester Bed&amp;Breakfast<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nijmegen\">Nijmegen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nijmegen-in-Gelderland-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nijmegen-in-Gelderland-min.jpg\" alt=\"Nijmegen in Gelderland\" class=\"wp-image-33536\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are several beautiful cities in the province of Gelderland and Nijmegen is certainly one of them. Nijmegen was founded by the Romans and is, therefore, one of the oldest cities in The Netherlands. It is great to discover the narrow old streets in the city center, but you can also take beautiful walks along the river Waal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Interesting attractions<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fkaartjes-limbourg-brothers-foundation-l170231%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Van Lymborch Brothers House<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fmuzieum-tickets-l169042%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">muZIEum<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hotel tip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/opoe-sientje.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Boat &#8216;Opoe Sientje&#8217;<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dokkum\">Dokkum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min.jpg\" alt=\"Explore Dokkum\" class=\"wp-image-33546\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min-227x152.jpg 227w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min-143x96.jpg 143w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min-385x257.jpg 385w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Wandelen-in-Dokkum-2-min-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Friesland, you have the famous eleven cities (&#8220;elfsteden&#8221;) and Dokkum is one of them. Dokkum is located in the northeast of the province and is nice and compact. It has a beautiful old city center, which is surrounded by strongholds that even have some very Dutch windmills on them. Dokkum is known for the murder of Saint Boniface in 754. It is highly recommended to check out the Boniface Chapel and learn more about this special history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Dokkum you can make fun day trips to, for example, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/exploring-lauwersmeer-national-park-tips-the-best-hiking-trails\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"29749\">National Park Lauwersmeer<\/a> or the island of Ameland. Another fun fact: Dokkum is the northernmost city in The Netherlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hotel tip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/de-abdij-dokkum.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Hotel de ABDIJ Dokkum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Extra tip<\/strong>: also discover the other beautiful sights in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/things-to-do-in-friesland\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"27420\">province of Friesland<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"zwolle\">Zwolle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zwolle-in-Overijssel-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zwolle-in-Overijssel-min.jpg\" alt=\"Zwolle in Overijssel\" class=\"wp-image-33539\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zwolle is the capital of the province of Overijssel and it&#8217;s one of the most beautiful Hanseatic cities in The Netherlands. The historic city center is a protected cityscape and is surrounded by canals. Walk along with the remnants of the old city wall, check out the centuries-old Sassenpoort, go shopping in the Waanders bookstore in the enormous Broerenkerk (a church), and discover the interesting architecture of Museum de Fundatie. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hotel tip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/de-pelsertoren.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">De Pelsertoren<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"apeldoorn\">Apeldoorn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Paleis-het-Loo-bij-Apeldoorn-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Paleis-het-Loo-bij-Apeldoorn-min.jpg\" alt=\"Paleis het Loo in Apeldoorn\" class=\"wp-image-33537\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Paleis-het-Loo-bij-Apeldoorn-min.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Paleis-het-Loo-bij-Apeldoorn-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Paleis-het-Loo-bij-Apeldoorn-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Paleis-het-Loo-bij-Apeldoorn-min-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Paleis-het-Loo-bij-Apeldoorn-min-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Paleis-het-Loo-bij-Apeldoorn-min-227x152.jpg 227w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Paleis-het-Loo-bij-Apeldoorn-min-143x96.jpg 143w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Paleis-het-Loo-bij-Apeldoorn-min-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Paleis-het-Loo-bij-Apeldoorn-min-385x257.jpg 385w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apeldoorn is the perfect base for lovers of culture and nature. The city center is perfect for finding great cafes and restaurants and if you want to go shopping, but outside the center, you&#8217;ll find some beautiful sights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most famous attraction in Apeldoorn is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/paleis-het-loo-netherlands-l164490\/paleis-het-loo-gardens-entry-ticket-t402254\/?partner_id=W6KKB1C&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-end&amp;cmp=nederland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Paleis Het Loo<\/a>, a palace with beautiful royal gardens. Although the palace is currently closed for renovation, you can still take explore the beautiful gardens. In Apeldoorn, you also have the Apenheul (a zoo with monkeys), Children&#8217;s amusement park Julianatoren Apeldoorn and the beautiful City Park Berg &amp; Bos. Haven&#8217;t seen enough yet? Apeldoorn is also a good base to discover De Hoge Veluwe National Park and Veluwezoom National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hotel tip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/keizerskroon.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Bilderberg Hotel De Keizerskroon<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"alkmaar\">Alkmaar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alkmaar-in-Noord-Holland-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alkmaar-in-Noord-Holland-min.jpg\" alt=\"Alkmaar in North-Holland\" class=\"wp-image-33532\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alkmaar-in-Noord-Holland-min.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alkmaar-in-Noord-Holland-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alkmaar-in-Noord-Holland-min-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alkmaar-in-Noord-Holland-min-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alkmaar-in-Noord-Holland-min-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alkmaar-in-Noord-Holland-min-227x152.jpg 227w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alkmaar-in-Noord-Holland-min-143x96.jpg 143w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alkmaar-in-Noord-Holland-min-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alkmaar-in-Noord-Holland-min-385x257.jpg 385w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because of the cheese market, Alkmaar is a popular city for many people to visit. But of course, there are many more things to see and do in Alkmaar. It has a beautiful historic city center, which makes exploring the city by foot a must. VERW There are also some interesting museums to visit, such as the Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar and the Beatles Museum. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hotel tip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/mij-amp-lounge.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Wolf Hotel Kitchen &amp; Bar<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Must see<\/strong>: visit the cheese market and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/alkmaar-l1180\/visit-alkmaar-and-enjoy-the-cheese-market-t30468\/?partner_id=W6KKB1C&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle&amp;cmp=nederland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">join a guided tour<\/a> to learn more about the city.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"leiden\">Leiden<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Leiden-in-Zuid-Holland-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Leiden-in-Zuid-Holland-min.jpg\" alt=\"Leiden in South-Holland\" class=\"wp-image-33535\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Leiden-in-Zuid-Holland-min.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Leiden-in-Zuid-Holland-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Leiden-in-Zuid-Holland-min-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Leiden-in-Zuid-Holland-min-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Leiden-in-Zuid-Holland-min-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Leiden-in-Zuid-Holland-min-227x152.jpg 227w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Leiden-in-Zuid-Holland-min-143x96.jpg 143w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Leiden-in-Zuid-Holland-min-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Leiden-in-Zuid-Holland-min-385x257.jpg 385w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just like Groningen, Leiden is also a student city. In Leiden, you&#8217;ll find the oldest university in the Netherlands. This is also a very old Dutch city, full of canals and monumental buildings. You can wander around here for hours and discover something new every time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are also many nice museums in Leiden to visit, such as Naturalis (with the skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus rex!) and the Museum of Ethnology (Museum Volkenkunde).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hotel tip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/b-amp-b-hart-van-leiden-leiden1.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">B&amp;B Hart van Leiden<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fun activities: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fleiden-bezienswaardigheden-attracties-c74942%2Ftickets-voor-grachtenrondvaart-leiden-p975499%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">take a cruise<\/a> on the canals, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fhortus-botanicus-leiden-tickets-l146472%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Hortus botanicus Leiden<\/a> (the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands), and of course the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fkaartjes-museum-volkenkunde-l146516%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Museum of Ethnology<\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hindeloopen\">Hindeloopen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Het-oude-centrum-van-Hindeloopen-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Het-oude-centrum-van-Hindeloopen-min.jpg\" alt=\"The historic center of Hindeloopen\" class=\"wp-image-27476\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Het-oude-centrum-van-Hindeloopen-min.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Het-oude-centrum-van-Hindeloopen-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Het-oude-centrum-van-Hindeloopen-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Het-oude-centrum-van-Hindeloopen-min-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Het-oude-centrum-van-Hindeloopen-min-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Het-oude-centrum-van-Hindeloopen-min-227x152.jpg 227w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Het-oude-centrum-van-Hindeloopen-min-143x96.jpg 143w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Het-oude-centrum-van-Hindeloopen-min-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Het-oude-centrum-van-Hindeloopen-min-385x257.jpg 385w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I couldn&#8217;t resist adding one of the Frisian Eleven Cities to this list of awesome cities in the Netherlands. Hindeloopen is perhaps the most beautiful town in the Netherlands. It is tiny, has less than 1000 inhabitants (yes, Hindeloopen is really a city, because it has had city rights since 1225), and is a picture to see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is authentic, full of canals, narrow paths (cars are not allowed in most places) and you&#8217;ll have a great view of the IJsselmeer. It&#8217;s perfect for a night away in The Netherlands!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Must see<\/strong>: visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fkaartjes-museum-hindeloopen-l178217%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Museum Hindeloopen<\/a> to learn more about this beautiful town.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hotel tip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/atelier-b-amp-b-39-sinnestriel-quot.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Atelier B&amp;B &#8216;Sinnestriel&#8217;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Extra tip<\/strong>: go on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/city-trip-in-southwest-friesland\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"23700\">city trip in Southwest Friesland<\/a> and discover even more beautiful small towns like Hindeloopen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-hague\">The Hague<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min.jpg\" alt=\"The Mauritshuis in The Hague\" class=\"wp-image-29960\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min-227x152.jpg 227w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min-143x96.jpg 143w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min-385x257.jpg 385w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Mauritshuis-in-Den-Haag-min-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/things-to-do-in-the-hague\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"29932\">The Hague<\/a> cannot be missed on this list, because this is a great city for a weekend away in The Netherlands! The city is a nice mix of old and new and it is a lot of fun to look around the Hofvijver and the Binnenhof: this is the political center of the Netherlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also enjoy a breath of fresh air on the beach of Scheveningen. The Hague is a perfect city for those who want to combine culture, history, and nature in one city trip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fun activities<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fkaartjes-mauritshuis-l145842%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">The Mauritshuis<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fkaartjes-skyview-de-pier-l146242%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">SkyView de Pier<\/a> (a huge Ferris wheel on the beach), and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fkaartjes-madurodam-l145839%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Madurodam<\/a> (a miniature version of The Netherlands).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hotel tip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/the-collector.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">The Collector Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"maastricht\">Maastricht<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min.jpg\" alt=\"Het Vrijthof in Maastricht\" data-id=\"30555\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/nederland\/stedentrip-maastricht-tips\/attachment\/het-vrijthof-in-maastricht-1-min\/\" class=\"wp-image-30578\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min-227x152.jpg 227w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min-143x96.jpg 143w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min-385x257.jpg 385w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Het-Vrijthof-in-Maastricht-1-min-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min.jpg\" alt=\"Uitzicht op de Sint-Servaasbrug in Maastricht\" data-id=\"30563\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/nederland\/stedentrip-maastricht-tips\/attachment\/uitzicht-op-de-sint-servaasbrug-in-maastricht-min\/\" class=\"wp-image-30586\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min-227x152.jpg 227w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min-143x96.jpg 143w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min-385x257.jpg 385w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Uitzicht-op-de-Sint-Servaasbrug-in-Maastricht-min-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The last nice city in the Netherlands on this list is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/things-to-do-in-maastricht\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"30568\">Maastricht<\/a>, the southernmost city of the country. A weekend in Maastricht feels like a weekend abroad for many Dutch people, because Maastricht is located in a hilly landscape that you don&#8217;t see much in the rest of the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a beautiful old town full of historic buildings. Enjoy a beer on a terrace on the Vrijthof, climb the Sint-Pietersberg (this is also the endpoint of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/pieterpad-hiking-trail\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"37739\">Pieterpad<\/a>, the most famous long-distance trail in The Netherlands), and take a long walk along the river Maas. Maastricht is a great city which you will certainly enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Interesting things to do<\/strong>: Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fkaartjes-grotten-noord-maastricht-l146716%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Caves of Maastricht<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=8111&amp;awinaffid=441367&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiqets.com%2Fen%2Fkaartjes-fort-sint-pieter-l146730%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Fort Sint Pieter<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hotel tip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/nl\/the-student-maastricht.en.html?aid=917606&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">The Student Hotel Maastricht<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-do-you-stay-during-a-city-trip-in-the-netherlands\">Where do you stay during a city trip in the Netherlands?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For each city in this list, you&#8217;ll find a tip for a great and unique place to spend the night. If it&#8217;s not for you or the accommodation is already fully booked, there are usually plenty of other options. These are a few great websites to find beautiful and unique places to stay in The Netherlands:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/index.html?aid=917606\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Booking<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; perfect for beautiful hotels, B&amp;Bs and apartments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, this list of great cities The Netherlands contains only a small selection, there are many more beautiful cities. Other recommendations for a city trip in the Netherlands are, for example, Middelburg, Deventer, Haarlem, Rotterdam, Arnhem, and Venlo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What is your favorite city in The Netherlands?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"more-tips-for-a-trip-in-the-netherlands\">More tips for a trip in The Netherlands<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Would you like to discover more beautiful places in The Netherlands? These books are full of inspiration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0241409373?tag=travelwithc02-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">DK Eyewitness Netherlands<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1789198437?tag=travelwithc02-20&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;linkId=f6b5fa2fc87311b642bbc36695c58f48\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Insight Guides The Netherlands<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also read a lot about other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/category\/the-netherlands\/\">beautiful places in The Netherlands<\/a> on this website. Check out one of these articles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/national-parks-in-the-netherlands\/\">These are all the national parks in The Netherlands<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/hidden-gems-in-the-netherlands\/\">Hidden gems in The Netherlands: off the beaten path<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/en\/the-netherlands\/best-things-to-see-in-groningen-province\/\">The best things to see in Groningen (province)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/The-most-beautiful-cities-in-The-Netherlands-17-min.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/The-most-beautiful-cities-in-The-Netherlands-17-min-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"The most beautiful cities in The Netherlands\" class=\"wp-image-33553\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/The-most-beautiful-cities-in-The-Netherlands-17-min-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/The-most-beautiful-cities-in-The-Netherlands-17-min-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/The-most-beautiful-cities-in-The-Netherlands-17-min-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.opreismetco.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/The-most-beautiful-cities-in-The-Netherlands-17-min.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hi, and how nice of you to read this disclaimer! As you may understand, maintaining a website like this is not free. That is why some of the links in this article are affiliate links. If you use these links to book or buy anything, I&#8217;ll get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Go city tripping in The Netherlands! There are many beautiful cities in the Netherlands which are great to explore on a weekend. 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