Things to do & places to visit in The Hague, South Holland Province, The Netherlands

The Hague is a study in contrasts — a captivating blend of new styles and old masters in a historic city synonymous with peace and justice. With easy access to both city and beach, The Hague offers everything from royal palaces and timeless Dutch fishing harbors to endless opportunities to stroll the streets alongside the 'Hagenaars' and 'Hagenezen' as you explore exotic cuisine and unforgettable shopping experiences.

The Hague municipality in , South Holland Province, The Netherlands. Timezone: Europe/Amsterdam, current date and time: Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 4:00.

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General weather summary in May

60°F - 49°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Moderately chilly and breezy

Feels like

22%

Chance of rain

67.0 millimeters

Amount

15.6 mph

Wind speed

75%

Humidity

15.6

Daylight length

5:49 AM

Sunrise

9:28 PM

Sunset

46%

Cloud cover

Sweater

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Top things to do (20)

Top places to visit (29 attractions)

5.0 Nationaal Monument Oranjehotel (31 reviews)
- very interesting
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Points of Interest & Landmarks • History Museums

The Oranjehotel was the nickname for the Scheveningen prison during the Second World War. Here, the Germans detained over 25000 people for interrogation and prosecution. Often, the reason was that they were involved with the resistance. During a visit to the Oranjehotel, you will get to hear the impressive stories of the prisoners. It makes you realise just how vulnerable freedom really is. See more..
4.5 The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery (5.027 reviews)
- Wonderful collection
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries • Art Museums

The Mauritshuis is home to the very best of Dutch Golden Age painting. The compact, yet world-renowned collection, is situated in the heart of The Hague, right next to the government centre. Masterpieces such as Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring, The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp by Rembrandt, The Goldfinch by Fabritius and The Bull by Potter are on permanent display in the intimate rooms of this seventeenth-century monument. See more..
4.5 Madurodam (3.865 reviews) from $23.02
- Madurodam
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • Amusement & Theme Parks

Discover Holland's highlights and heritage in this world famous miniature and Holland theme park. You will discover Holland’s most iconic landmarks and history through a story of magnificent miniatures and indoor attractions. The stunning park filled with flowers is a beauty for the eye and shows 338 miniatures. From little Amsterdam to Dutch national architecture built on a scale of 1:25 with miniature trains, boats and cars moving around. Madurodam will make you discover Holland's rich history with remarkable stories like the Dutch ability to transform water into land. And did you know New York was Dutch in former days? Come find out in our attraction Nieuw-Amsterdam! Madurodam is very family friendly with two large playgrounds and plenty of fun interactive installations. You will get the full Holland experience in one place and many Instagram worthy picture possibilities. Visit us! We are open 365 days a year and offer information in 11 languages. See you soon in Madurodam. See more..
4.5 Escher in Het Paleis (Escher in the Palace) (2.927 reviews)
- Great trip
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Art Museums

Escher at the Palace is dedicated to the work of Holland’s most famous graphic artist M.C. Escher. Nearly all his prints are exhibited, among them Belvedere, Drawing Hands, Waterfall and Ascending and Descending. Here you can see how Escher changed fishes into birds, made water flow upstream and his less known, but very attractive early Italian landscapes. On our main- and first floor you can see how his work progressed from depicting the real world to his constructed worlds. Optical illusion is a key word in his work.An optical illusion depicts something which is in fact impossible. M.C. Escher was a master in this field. An optical illusion literally means doing puzzles with your eyes. The visitor will be able to unravel some of Escher’s mysteries like the Impossible Penrose Triangle by constructing one himself. The extra presentation “In the Eye of Escher” shows various themes in which Escher was involved, like reflection, perception and perspective. See more..
4.5 Panorama Mesdag (2.023 reviews)
- Retracing childhood steps
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • History Museums

A magnificent experience in time and space. See more..
4.5 Louwman Museum The Hague (2.004 reviews)
- The best collection of vehicles in the cleanest surroundings
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums

The Louwman Museum is home to the world's oldest private collection of motor cars, compiled by two generations of the Louwman family. The museum dates back to 1934 and now comprises over two hundred and fifty antique and classic motor cars. Experts regard the collection as one of the most beautiful in the World. The museum exudes passion. Each car has its own story to tell, its own contribution to history. The motor car is a mirror of culture. The collection is housed in a purpose-built museum in The Hague, the city where P.W. Louwman established his Dodge and Chrysler import company. The building, designed by American architect Michael Graves, blends in sympathetically with its historic surroundings. The landscape gardens, designed by Lodewijk Baljon, complement the architecture of the building. See more..
4.5 Kunstmuseum Den Haag (1.622 reviews)
- Lovely morning in the Kunstmuseum
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums

The monumental Gemeentemuseum Den Haag, designed by the architect H.P. Berlage in 1935, is perfect for wandering around in. It houses a varied collection and many changing exhibitions. You will find the world’s biggest collection of works by Piet Mondrian, the highlight being his last abstract work Victory Boogie Woogie, along with some of the finest works by artists of the Hague School, paintings by Picasso, Kandinsky, Van Gogh, Monet, Toorop and many contemporary artists. Gemeentemuseum Den Haag also houses one of the biggest and best collections of Delftware. See more..
4.5 Peace Palace (1.459 reviews)
- A must-see/do in The Hague
Tuesday: Government Buildings

Taking a guided tour through is your only option for this place. Having said that, it's the best way as well. The guides know literally everything about the place. Every brick every time every sculpture of painting was a gift from a country who supported the construction of The Peace Palace. The history of this building and what it represents is extremely fascinating and well worth the effort if you're ever here in The Hague. 10 out of 10! See more..
4.5 Binnenhof & Ridderzaal (Inner Court & Hall of the Knights) (1.186 reviews)
- The oldest still active seat of government
Government Buildings

These are the official offices of the Dutch Parliament and the Office of the Prime Minister. See more..
4.5 Japanese Garden (591 reviews)
- Worth a visit especially when it's open limited time in a year only
Gardens

Open usually in May and two weeks in October, the Japanese garden receives more and more visitors each year. Photography and theme photo shoot lovers can't miss the garden in blossom. It's a modest size garden, well curated and looked after. Weekdays visit may be better as on a weekend the place is too busy to have any pleasurable impression and idea of the garden the essence of which- to rejoice with nature in harmony, solitude and silence. See more..
4.5 Scheveningen Beach (504 reviews)
- Windy But Fun
Beaches

What a fun beach to visit! It is an easy trip on the tram from The Hague to Scheveningen Beach. It was very windy when we were there, but people were flying kites and it was fun to walk along the beach and on the pier. I would recommend leaving the boardwalk to eat as you can find less expensive options a few streets from the beach. See more..
4.5 Skyview De Pier (421 reviews)
- Conference Party
Tuesday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Piers & Boardwalks • Lookouts

Went there for a Business Conference Party and it was AMAZING! Great experience to access the Skyview during night, really suggested as thing to do! See more..
4.5 AFAS Circustheater Den Haag (299 reviews)
- Great theater and awesome show
Theaters

We were here for lion king. Loved the theater, the scene is great. Sound is good, stage accommodates a lot of special effects. Recommend!!, See more..
4.5 Lange Voorhout (288 reviews)
- Historical walkway renewed
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The Lange Voorhout is an L-shaped treelined walkway in the Hague, dating back to the 15th century when the Klooster kerk (church) at the starting point was built. Now it is bordered by many historical buildings such as the Hotel des Indes and the Escher museum. Recently it has been refurbished to become an outdoor exposition of nicely lit statues and sculptures. See more..
4.5 Haagse Bos (200 reviews)
- My favourite place for a walk
Forests

I've been doing a lot of walking, lately, due to a running injury. It's a lovely green space to enjoy some mature around your doorstep. Especially in the snow, the scenery is magic. So close near the city centre, yet so peaceful if you know where to go. See more..
4.5 Landgoed Clingendael (174 reviews)
- Great for a walk
Parks • Hiking Trails • Gardens

Fantastic park, located on the borders of Wassenaar and The Hague. Great for a walk, as I did. Unfortunately, the Japanese garden is closed due to COVID19 measures and will be closed for the rest of the year. If you get to chance to come back and visit, please do! See more..
4.5 Westbroekpark (150 reviews)
- Great park
Parks

Huge and very pleasant park between Den Haag Centraal and the seaside area. The beach area is about 1 hours walk but takes you through a beautiful park called Westbroekpark which is well worth exploring on the way to the seaside area. Lots of trails to follow. Feels safe to walk around too. See more..
4.5 De Mesdag Collection (136 reviews)
- One of my favourite museums in the world
Art Museums

The house itself is lovely inside. What I loved was the collection of art. I really liked the collection, a mixture of studies and paintings. The explanations were excellent and I watched all the videos which I don’t usually do. They were interesting and amusing. What makes it particularly lovely is it is quiet and you can really take your time enjoying the art. If you want to see a very famous painting and take a selfie, not the museum for you. If you love landscapes and French and Dutch art, then I’d advise you to visit. I thought it was a good sized collection. See more..
4.5 Museum Bredius (126 reviews)
- A hidden gem
Speciality Museums

Close to the Mauritius, this small museum was a gem. Located in a house, it has several floors of paintings . On the main floor there is a painting by Rembrandt of Christ- spectacular- and I thought I’d seen most of his work in museums and books, but not this one. There are also a number of Rembrandt’s etchings in addition to some really wonderful Dutch art. There is a fee to enter but I also made a donation as it’s important to support this beautiful yet small museum. See more..
4.0 De Pier Scheveningen (2.879 reviews)
- Nice even on a very cold day
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Piers & Boardwalks

My wife and I together with several nephews visited this facility on a very cold and windy day. Able to negotiate the complex internally, there were numerous shops and cafe stops and some incredible views as well. All the store holders were very friendly and clearly service oriented. Was also not expensive. See more..
4.0 Prison Gate Museum (443 reviews)
- Haunted visit
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • History Museums

In the year 1280 AD, the gate to the outer courtyard or Buitenhof served as the main entrance to the castle of the Counts of Holland, known as the Binnenhof today. In 1428, this ‘Front Gate to the Court’ also became a prison. It was where defaulters were incarcerated and suspected criminals awaited their trials. It was a prison for four hundred years. The Prison Gate has been a museum since 1882. Ever since, it has been home to the biggest collection of instruments of punishment and torture in the Netherlands. See more..
4.0 Passage (330 reviews)
- Stylish, historical and with an Apple Store!
Shopping Malls

De Passage is the oldest still operational covered shopping mall in the Netherlands and a very beautiful one, reminiscent of similar arcades in e.g. Italy. It is a state monument and was fully restored to its original splendor in 2007, whereas the glass roof was renewed in 2017. In 2014 a magnificent Apple Store was opened here, enabled by bookshop de Slegte willing to move their activities to a different place (for a good price, no doubt). See more..
4.0 The Hague Tower (301 reviews)
- Above The Hague
Tuesday: Spent 1-2 hours Observation Decks & Towers

“The Hague, Scheveningen, Rotterdam, Leiden, Hook of Holland... this view is truly amazing!”“Take a unique city panorama shot. There is no better place to see The Hague!”Welcome to The Hague Tower, inspired by New York’s famous Flat Iron Building. This is Holland’s highest accessible building! It’s a perfect start or finish to your visit of The Hague and an absolute must-see attraction. Enjoy the spectacular views, have a drink or a sandwich at our Veranda Café or reserve your spot for an exclusive dining experience at the highest restaurant of the country: The Penthouse.Haagse Toren“ See more..
4.0 Het Plein (294 reviews)
- CENTER SPOT OF THE HAGUE
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The Square, Het Plein, is the just right spot in the center of The Hague. It is a meeting place, trendy, historical, political, cozy, busy, delicious, coolest view, in short it is just party time! Yes, it is also "see or be seen". Can even be conceited and somewhat ingenious, though that is the fun here. Just sit down and enjoy the show. And in the meantime have a wonderful time enjoying a cup of coffee, a savory or sweet snack, a lunch, and of course a look at! And know just around the corner are the historical buildings, department stores, boutiques and all young and old need to visit. See more..
4.0 Museon (274 reviews)
- Great museum for both kids and adults
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums

The museon is a very informative museum. The main focus is on climate change covered in many subjects during the exhibitions. There’s lots of interactive things to see and do for kids. Adults can browse many of the exhibits. We did spent five hours at the museum and still hadn’t seen everything. Downstairs there’s a kids type of interactive exhibit on NASA/ outer space and a beautiful exhibition of National Geographic pictures. Upstairs there’s lots of exhibits on various subjects like climate change, Greenland, Arabic culture etc There’s a questionnaire type of game kids or even adults can playthat covers many of the exhibits. The great thing is all info is both in Dutch and English. Even the interactive things are in two languages. Both kids and adults can have a great time at the museon! See more..
4.0 Drievliet (265 reviews)
- Kids Day Out
Amusement & Theme Parks

Visited with 3 and 8 year old and they loved it. Bus loads of school visits but still able to try the attractions without too long of a wait, some no wait at all. All free after the initial entrance fee to the park. Food nothing spectacular but there for the rides, not the food. Water park there too which is a great way to end the day. Rides for all ages. See more..
4.0 Hofvijver (256 reviews)
- Dates back to 1248!
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bodies of Water • Points of Interest & Landmarks

The Hofvijver is not really a pond but actually a lake fed by a water flow from the dunes of Kijkduin. It was created from a natural lake in 1248 by William the second when he built the first castle on the location. Now it is a mesmerizing backdrop to the centre of government, the Binnenhof, and the small tower which is the office of the prime minister. See more..
4.0 Muzee Scheveningen (133 reviews)
- Historic gem.....
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums

In the completely renovated school building from 1877 one can learn about the history of the fishing village, the seaside resort and the fascinating forms of life which can be found beneath sea level. the centuries old tradition of the fishing industry as well as the seaside resort life form the image of Scheveningen. The permanent exhibit provides an overview of the fishing industry and daily life in years gone by. A unique collection of paintings, including several by Mesdag, provides a beautiful record of the past. The full size reconstruction (and moving) of the cabin of a fishing boat revives the life onboard. Period rooms show the different lifestyles of various classes: the fisher folk, the middle class and the well-to-do shipping cmpany owners. And, of course, the traditional costume of Scheveningen in on display. Special attention is given to the jewelry worn with the costume. Unique is the exhibit featuring the story of the seaside resort dating from the beginning of the 19th century. The Sea Room takes the visitor into the underwater World. Hundreds of beautifully coloured shells, crabs in many shapes and colours, octopi from the deap sea, millions of years old fossils and many other sea creatures aron on display here. A complete coral reef and its inhabitants also constitutes a part of the presentation. Regularly there are temporarily exhibitions. For more information see our web site. See more..
3.5 Sea Life Scheveningen (903 reviews)
- Nice also for young adults
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Aquariums

I went there with a friend (both 23 years old). It was really nice and we spent about an hour inside. It is also great to see that they give about the extinction of animals and explain what they do to raise awareness and help animals. Because of the Corona, a few items are closed, however, I did not think this made the experience much less. See more..