Leeuwarden
Why go?
Things to do
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MuseumsFrisian Nature Museum
Add to itineraryThe Frisian Nature Museum will put you to work - by the end of the day, you will know everything about the nature in the province of Friesland.
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AttractionsAquaZoo
Add to itineraryYou will find polar bears, giant otters, penguins, sea lions, Nile crocodiles and many other animals at AquaZoo.
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MuseumsFries Museum
Add to itineraryGo North and discover Friesland’s intriguing cultural heritage and art icons
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Also great
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Museums Princessehof Ceramics Museum Leeuwarden - 1 km Add to itinerary -
Frisian Towns and Lakes Tour 28 km Add to itinerary -
Event Leeuwarden Flower Market Leeuwarden - 1 km Add to itinerary
Eating & drinking
Leeuwarden boasts countless restaurants that serve a wide range of international fare, from very affordable (Mauritshuis) to Michelin-star restaurants (élevé). One special location is the restaurant Proefverlof in a former prison. Lunch? Find a sandwich shop and order a typical Dutch ‘cheese sandwich’.
5 tips for dining out in Leeuwarden
Discover the best and most unique restaurants in Leeuwarden.
Fresh fish from the North Sea
Taste the best North Sea fish, from the sea direct to your plate, caught by Dutch fishing fleets.
Where to stay
5 tips for an overnight stay in Leeuwarden
Discover the best hotels for an unforgettable stay in Leeuwarden.
Spending the night near Leeuwarden
Would you prefer to spend the night outside the city? Find the most attractive, special and best hotels and holiday homes near Leeuwarden.
Spend a night in prison
Get your own alibi and spend a night in the Alibi Hostel where the former cells have been transformed into sleeping quarters.
Attractions in Leeuwarden
Your visit to Leeuwarden won’t be complete if you have not seen these extraordinary places.
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Transport in Leeuwarden
By public transport
Leeuwarden is easily accessible by public transport. The train station is within walking distance from the city center and is the railway hub of the province of Friesland.
By car
Follow the P-route to one of the car parks. The signs will tell you how many parking spaces are available.
Transport in Holland
Distances within Holland are easily bridged. Any location you might want to visit can be reached within three hours. The train, bus and tram will taken you pretty much anywhere you want to go. You can also explore Holland by bicycle. With over 32,000 kilometers worth of bicycle paths, Holland is a real cycling country with many fantastic cycling routes.
