Welcome to the Netherlands - A small country that’s big on culture and nature

The Netherlands: where age-old charm meets modern creativity. Admire masterpieces in our museums, stroll through historic streets and discover iconic design. Each city, from Rotterdam to Arnhem, offers a different facet of the country. Take your time, sample the culture and experience how relaxing a city escape or a stay in the middle of Dutch nature can be.

Visitors viewing Dutch Golden Age masterpieces at the Mauritshuis museum in The Hague
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Museums in the Netherlands

Discover the wide range of museums and galleries to visit on your trip to the Netherlands

Colourful tulips blooming in spring in the Netherlands, one of the country’s most iconic seasonal experiences
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Tulip paradise in the Netherlands

Discover the colourful tulip fields off the beaten track and enjoy the splendour of the Dutch flowers.

Plant-based dish made with locally grown ingredients at Phood Kitchen in Eindhoven, part of the city’s innovative food scene
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A culinary journey through the Netherlands

Dutch cuisine never stands still. Get to know the country’s dynamic food scene.

Podcast for curious travellers

Listen & discover the Netherlands!

Hear all about surprising places and interesting stories from the Netherlands.

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Like a local
Explore our cities like a true local

Explore our cities like a true local

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Let’s go outside!

Let’s go outside!

The Netherlands will be more colourful than ever in the coming months! Experience our thriving nature, get a breath of fresh air by the peaceful Wadden Sea or experience groundbreaking architecture in our vibrant cities. Wherever we may host you this spring, we will make sure you always feel welcome.

Lady in picking garden with her own picked tulips in bucket at pick-your-own garden Bakkum
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Travel sustainably

Travel sustainably

Family cycling through forest trails in the Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park in the Netherlands during a peaceful cycling holiday

Did you know: In the Netherlands, every bike ride brings you a little closer to nature, villages and tranquillity. Explore the best cycling routes

Agritourism activities: discover the Dutch countryside

Discover the Dutch countryside: where nature, adventure, and local flavours await you.

The Netherlands: a wonderful wine country

Visit sustainable vineyards and sample the diverse wines of the Netherlands.

The Netherlands by train

The train is a great way to explore the Netherlands. You’ll be guaranteed to have the wind at your back!

The Netherlands is EV-friendly

The Netherlands is extremely EV-friendly and makes it easy to explore the country by electric car.