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Netherlands: what to see and travel guide

The Netherlands means canals, bikes and windmills: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, The Hague and the tulip fields. The tulips bloom in April and May; June to September brings long, mild days.

Capital
Amsterdam
Continent
Europe
Cities and towns in Turi
561
Best time
  1. Jan
  2. Feb
  3. Mar
  4. Apr
  5. May
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sept
  10. Oct
  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Main cities in the Netherlands

  1. AmsterdamCapital
  2. Rotterdam
  3. The Hague
  4. Utrecht
  5. Groningen
  6. Eindhoven
  7. Tilburg
  8. Breda
  9. Nijmegen
  10. Almere Stad

World Heritage sites in the Netherlands

Some of the places in the Netherlands on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, from the best known down:

  • Beemster
  • Defence Line of Amsterdam
  • Rietveld Schröder House
  • Eise Eisinga Planetarium
  • Ir.D.F. Woudagemaal
  • Van Nelle Factory
  • Windmills at Kinderdijk
  • Grachtengordel

What to eat in the Netherlands

  • Stroopwafel
  • Bitterballen
  • Poffertjes

How to plan your trip

Decide how many days you have and pick two or three areas per week at most. Check your passport, entry requirements and insurance before booking, and save the places you want to see so you do not miss any.

Full guide to planning a trip →

Frequently asked questions

What is the capital of the Netherlands?

The capital of the Netherlands is Amsterdam.

Which cities should you visit in the Netherlands?

Some of the most important cities in the Netherlands are Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, Groningen. In Turi you can mark any of its 561 cities and towns.

When is the best time to visit Netherlands?

The best months are usually April, May, June, July, August, and September.

What local food should you try in the Netherlands?

Some typical dishes of the Netherlands are Stroopwafel, Bitterballen, Poffertjes.

What is there to see in the Netherlands?

Its best-known World Heritage sites include Beemster, Defence Line of Amsterdam, Rietveld Schröder House, Eise Eisinga Planetarium, Ir.D.F. Woudagemaal.

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