Characteristic alleys and pretty little squares adorn the old part of town. Art lovers can visit the innumerable museums and galleries in which there are a wide variety of exhibitions. When you wander around the streets take time to have a look at the advertising murals dating back to about the 1930’s. Approximately forty such murals proclaimed what the town’s mid-sized companies had to offer. It is The influence of the Art Nouveau and De Stijl is easily recognised. The murals were recently restored.
The IJssel Quay has an unforgettable river front. Ships anchor expectantly in order to outstrip one another. When you take a look at the “Bruine Vloot“ (brown fleet), traditional sailing ships with proud rigging and a replica of the Kampen Kogge – a typical ship made of oak in which freight was transported – the atmosphere of the long gone Zuiderzee returns momentarily.

Kampen’s Stedelijk Museum proudly exhibits coins, jewellery, various domestic utensils, paintings and many other articles. Cigar lovers are recommended to visit the Tobacco Museum in Kampen. In the old and new town hall (Oude en Nieuwe Raadhuis) the past comes back to life in the shape of man-size portraits and in the famous room known as the “Schöffensaal”. An evening visit to Kampen is full of romanticism. The wonderful lighting gives the Medieval town a golden glow.
After touring the historical town centre you can then go on to discover the magnificent surroundings. Various cycle paths take you along the banks of the former Zuiderzee with its beautiful flora and fauna.