Zuid-Holland is best known for its flower fields, but there are plenty
of other things to do in the western province of the Netherlands. The largest
cities in this province are the cities of Rotterdam, Den Haag, Leiden and Dordrecht.
As is often the case, these cities offer plenty of touristic activities. We
will list a couple of them, but will also list other fun activities.
One of the biggest cities in the Netherlands, Rotterdam offers plenty of
things to do. While it lacks in old architecture due to the bombing in World
War II, it compensates with a more modern city center.
One of the mayor landmarks of the city center is the Euromast. From a height of 185 meters you can enjoy an amazing view over the city. During the warmer seasons (and if it is not too windy) it is possible to rapel down from the mast. For more information visit the Euromast website.
Traveling through Rotterdam can be done by ordinary public transport and by car, but it also possible to use a water taxi. If you are just interested in the views from the river the Maas, it is probably wiser to take one of the tours offered by Splashtours.
One of the mayor landmarks of the city center is the Euromast. From a height of 185 meters you can enjoy an amazing view over the city. During the warmer seasons (and if it is not too windy) it is possible to rapel down from the mast. For more information visit the Euromast website.
Traveling through Rotterdam can be done by ordinary public transport and by car, but it also possible to use a water taxi. If you are just interested in the views from the river the Maas, it is probably wiser to take one of the tours offered by Splashtours.
Your main stay in Rotterdam should however consist of either a visit to the
zoo of Diergaarde
Blijdorp or the Maritime Museum. With Rotterdam being one of the world’s biggest harbors, the
latter is more fitting for the city.
Of course it is also possible to go all out with shopping in Rotterdam. More information about that and many other things can be found on the official tourist information website of Rotterdam.
Of course it is also possible to go all out with shopping in Rotterdam. More information about that and many other things can be found on the official tourist information website of Rotterdam.
Den Haag (The Hague) is the political capital of the Netherlands and thus the city is more internationally orientated. For young adults it is probably wiser to go to the beach town of Scheveningen. Besides offering a large beach with accommodations, it also hosts Sealife, a zoo for aquatic animals. Since Scheveningen is one of the more popular touristic beaches, it also hosts more attractions like Powerboating (site is in Dutch). It is advised though to visit the beach between July and October due to the water temperature.
Not afraid of getting wet? Then you should definitely try the whitewater course in Zoetermeer. Zoetermeer is just east of The Hague and could perfectly fit in your plan for the day. For larger groups a reservation is advised.
The province of South Holland is, together with the provinces of Flevoland
and North Holland, one of the biggest suppliers of flowers. Starting from the
end of March, these flower fields will start to flourish, with the Tulips being
the last to flourish between April and the first week of May.
One of the most famous flower fields are found between the cities of Leiden
and Den Helder.
Of course it is also possible to see it all in the Keukenhof, which is opened this year between 22th of March till the 20th of May. This year’s theme is 'Poland, the heart of Europe'. On the 21st of April there is also a flower parade in the park.
Of course it is also possible to see it all in the Keukenhof, which is opened this year between 22th of March till the 20th of May. This year’s theme is 'Poland, the heart of Europe'. On the 21st of April there is also a flower parade in the park.
Local delicacies:
- Haagse Bluf (whipped egg with berry juice)
- Goudse Moppen (cookies)
- Leidse Kaas/Komijnekaas (cheese with caraway)
- Goudse Kaas (Cheese with a higher rate of fat)
- Haagse Hopje (a sweet with coffee/caramel taste)
- Schiedammer Jenever (local gin)
- Nieuwe Haring (fresh raw haring)
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