Things to do & places to visit in Utrecht Province, The Netherlands

Utrecht Province #6 destination in The Netherlands 2023. The average rating score is 4.34 based on 23.6k traveler reviews, of 457 attractions. Timezone: Europe/Amsterdam, current date and time: Monday, April 29, 2024, 5:44.

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General weather summary in April

58°F - 40°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Cold with a gentle breeze

Feels like

21%

Chance of rain

48.0 millimeters

Amount

14.9 mph

Wind speed

72%

Humidity

13.8

Daylight length

6:44 AM

Sunrise

8:35 PM

Sunset

47%

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5.0 Rock City Escape (205 reviews)
- Professional
Monday: 10:00 AM - 11:45 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games

Immersive and professional. A very good escape room and an experience our group won't forget. I'll never forget the welcoming by the hostess. See more..
5.0 Mama Bazooka (167 reviews)
- The Dome is not to be missed
Monday: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games

The Girlsroom and The Laboratory* are both infamous, exciting and super entertaining! *first escape room in The Netherlands. See more..
5.0 Korvet Bootverhuur (136 reviews)
- Brilliant sloepvehuur
This location was reported permanently closed Boat Tours • Water Sports • Sightseeing Tours • Boat Rentals • Day Trips

Best sloepervaring in 5 jaar; mooie sloep en goede hulp en service. Perfect location in middle of Loosdrechtse plassen to go to Markus Pos or de Meent for BBQ, Volleybal or beach !! See more..
5.0 Crazy Selfie (100 reviews)
- Crazy selfies are really crazy
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Game & Entertainment Centers

Holland's first selfie studio full of optical illusions and photo technics. Our host will show you the best tricks for the most crazy pictures. Download the free Crazy Selfie App and visit our studio in centre of Amersfoort (middle of Holland) See more..
4.5 Canals area (2.333 reviews)
- Lovely area with lots to do and great atmosphere
Historic Walking Areas

The canals area is a must see when in Utrecht. The area has lots of photo opportunities and are busy with pleasure boats and paddle boarders. There a lots of pubs and restaurants to choose from along the banks from ordinary pubs to really high class restaurants and cocktail bars. Mr H and I loved the atmosphere although we did find it difficult to get a table on a Saturday night so would advise to book early if wanting to eat in any of restaurants in this area. See more..
4.5 Dom Tower (2.003 reviews)
- Don’t be put off by the scaffolding.
Monday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Observation Decks & Towers • Religious Sites

When you visit Utrecht you will notice the Domtoren almost immediately. The 14th century tower is the heart of the old city centre. At 112 metres, it remains the highest church tower in the Netherlands. The Domtoren is open all year round, and the view of Utrecht is worth seeing in every season. The tower can only be visited as part of a guided tour, during which our expert guides will take you on a historical journey. The tour starts in the Tourist Information Centre on Dom Square and takes about an hour. The Domtoren is in need of extensive restoration work on the exterior and the restoration will take about 5 years (2019-2024) The Domtoren is open for visitors as normal. No work will be done on the inside of the tower so you can visit the chapels and belfry. When you come outside on the galleries at 70 meters and 95 meters you will see some scaffolding but the view is unchanged and as impressive as always. And you get the unique opportunity to see the work up close! See more..
4.5 Railway Museum (Het Spoorwegmuseum) (1.376 reviews)
- A fantastic exhibition of Dutch railway history
Monday: Speciality Museums

Just so many varied exhibits, trains and memorabilia from different generations. Intersting to see a train there that was only on service earlier in the year, that shows commitment to preservation of all generations of vehicles. There is also an interesting sideshow about Hyperloop as well, looking to the future. There is plenty of space to explore everything, some interactive stuff for the youngsters, and everything also really well explained on the info plaques for each exhibit. Also a reasonably priced cafe in there where snacks and coffee are available when you want a break from walking around! Was an easily spent 3 or more hours and I thought very good value for the entry fee, and would definitely recommend it to anyone with an interest in transport and railways. See more..
4.5 Kasteel de Haar (1.110 reviews)
- Beautiful fairy tale castle
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Speciality Museums

The largest castle in Netherlands. It is owned by a private family, but now it has been converted to a museum and you can visit inside as well. To visit inside the ticket is 18 euros and it includes the access to the castle park. If you are only going to visit the castle park then the ticket is 7 euros. Castle looks absolutely breathtaking from outside. The view from the garden is very nice. But consider going inside as well. You can feel the luxurious life the people has led. Everything inside is in perfect conditions and expect spend around 2 hours to complete the tour. There are lockers inside the castle to keep your belongings. You are not allowed to carry back lacks or any bags with you. If you carry a extensible camera stick, you have to keep it at the shortest length possible as it could damage the property inside and as the staff told us it could trigger a safety alarm as well if you extend at the wrong place. See more..
4.5 Amersfoort Zoo (1.034 reviews)
- A brilliant zoo
Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Zoos

A brilliant zoo with really well thought out experiences for visitors but also the animals. A lot of the animals have an alternative route through the enclosure which is great for the kids and usually with a slide at the end. Probably the best zoo we’ve ever been to in Europe. See more..
4.5 Museum Speelklok (868 reviews)
- Hear magical music devices play
Monday: Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Children's Museums

Museum Speelklok, the most cheerful museum in the Netherlands! During a visit to the typical Dutch Museum Speelklok, cheerful live music will surround you from centuries-old self-playing musical instruments. The history of these instruments started back in 16th century the Netherlands with the use of church carillons. Over the centuries, the general desire of people to be surrounded by music, led to the invention of all sorts of self-playing musical instruments: musical clocks, musical boxes, orchestrions (self-playing orchestras) and the traditional Dutch street organs. All of these instruments, including the famous street organ named Arabier and the so-called 8th world wonder the Violina, can be admired and heard during the lively museum tour. Thanks to the highly skilled Restoration Workshop, the collection is kept playing and this craft can be passed on from this generation to the next. See more..
4.5 National Military Museum (843 reviews)
- Top museum in its category - military and national history
Monday: Spent More than 3 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums

In the NMM at the former Soesterberg air base, the past, present and future of the Dutch armed forces come together. See our impressive collection at first hand and experience for yourself the exciting stories of our armed forces at the biggest museum about the Dutch military! The NMM has the most extraordinary collection of tanks, aircraft, armoured vehicles and helicopters in the Netherlands! Each one of them is unique and has its own story. Personal objects and moving stories also come to life at the NMM. You will be amazed how the Dutch armed forces are interwoven with the world around you! See more..
4.5 DOMunder (402 reviews)
- Underground exploration
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Rides & Activities • History Museums

Discover 2000 years of Utrecht history underneath the Domplein square. Explore the archaeological findings, that date back up to the Roman Castellum ‘Trajectum’, with an interactive flashlight. Walking through the huge pillar foundations of the medieval Gothic Dom Cathedral, history literally springs to life. Experience the destructive tornado of 1674. Daily tours on regular departure times (closed on Monday) See more..
4.5 Rietveld Schroder House (393 reviews)
- Amazing place - book in advance!!
Monday: Architectural Buildings

What an incredible time capsule. The architecture of this home is inspiring, and it’s been kept extraordinarily well by the trust. You need to book well in advance as it’s very popular and tour groups are a limited size. This UNESCO site is a must see in Utrecht. Easy to walk to from Utrecht centre - about 40mins. See more..
4.5 Koppelpoort (371 reviews)
- Part of lovely old city walls
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites

The Koppelpoort is a city gate in Amersfoort. It is a combination of land and water gate. The name is probably derived from the East Middle Dutch word Coppel meaning meadow See more..
4.5 Muurhuizen (298 reviews)
- wonderful old city centre
Historic Sites

Amersfoort is a wonderful city to visit with a unique historical city centre and very good shopping experience and good restaurants and bars as well. See more..
4.5 Botanic Gardens (262 reviews)
- A very complete botanical garden!
Gardens

This is a must-see in Utrecht. A weel-design and pleasant garden with plenty to see! You just don't get bored in this place, since there is so many things to discover. Of course, different plants are the main issue, but the way the plants are exhibited is very interesting (either divided but types, or by uses, or by locations). You also have a marvellous butterfly greenhouse that is just amazing! See more..
4.5 Onze-Lieve-Vrouwetoren (251 reviews)
- Beautiful views but plan beforehand
Points of Interest & Landmarks

i saw some reviews of people who wanted to climb the tower but found a closed door: be aware that you have to buy your tickets beforehand at the VVV (the Dutch tourist office). Only during summer months there are daily tours to the top of the tower:in July and August every day between 12.00 and 18.00. Outside the summer season there is only one daily tour starting at 14.00. So yes, you get the added benefit of being far from the maddening crowd of Amsterdam, but this goes with reduced opening hours. The views from the top are stunning, and you get to climb up much higher than most towers (to the final trans). When we got the tour, we were the only two people and the tour guide switched effortlessly to English (I'm Dutch but my partner isn't). The tour guide times the guide so that you are close to the carillion when it goes to play, so you can hear the bells from very close. See more..
4.5 Kamperbinnenpoort (216 reviews)
- Best cakes in Amersfoort.
Monday: Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Best morning coffee, afternoon tea and lunch. Anna's smaakatelier is situated at 4 Grote Sint Jansstraat in Amersfoort. Anna won the dutch baking contest two years ago and now she has her own little shop. Her cakes have very specific and delicate flavours. I highly recommend a visit to Anna's Smaakatelier! See more..
4.5 SpaSereen Maarssen (203 reviews)
- Fabulous nude experience.
Monday: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Spas

I had a fabulous time at SpaSereen. The sheer variety of saunas, spas and pools is amazing. The outdoor dining and lounge area is also very nice. It's important to note that this is a sauna in the Dutch style so you will need to be nude everywhere except the restaurant. And it is also mixed gender. That's absolutely fine. Within 10 minutes you'll forget it and stop noticing it. It's good to normalise nudity (and normalise the variety of body shapes that exist). See more..
4.5 Bloemenmarkt, Janskerkhof, Utrecht (201 reviews)
- Unique must see!
Spent 1-2 hours Gardens

No matter if you visit Utrecht in spring, summer or autumn - do not miss out on this wonderful, amazing flower market! Takes place each Saturday on Janskerkhof. This is so much more original and beautiful than the flowermarkets in Amsterdam. And what you buy here is good quality. That goes especially for the flower bulbs. See more..
4.5 Huis Doorn (192 reviews)
- Interesting WW1 site
Historic Sites

With restricted opening hours and the pavillion closed at certain days you are well-advised to plan your trip. Book a ticket in advance. The tour takes you through various rooms on a audio tour. Well-informed staff are present in each room. Only the first floor of the house is open during Corona measures. Visitors take the stairs to cloak room in the basement and museum rooms on the first floor. Texts and audio tour are to the point and informative. See more..
4.5 CineLounge (190 reviews)
- Very comfortable place to enjoy a movie
Movie Theaters

Gasten kunnen bij CineLounge rekenen op persoonlijke aandacht. Na het plaatsnemen in de ruime fauteuils, wordt men persoonlijk welkom geheten. Tijdens de voorstelling kan er met één druk op de serviceknop, of online, een hapje en een drankje besteld worden van de uitgebreide menukaart. De bestelling wordt vervolgens bij uw plaats geserveerd. Gasten hebben de keuze om plaats te nemen in de zaal of op het balkon. Op de balkons is het aantal royale fauteuils beperkt gehouden om de exclusiviteit te waarborgen. Voor en na de voorstelling kunnen balkongasten genieten van een hapje en een drankje in de sfeervolle Club Lounge, waar net als op de balkons de menukaart nog uitgebreider is. See more..
4.5 Wilhelminapark (171 reviews)
- Beautiful park
Parks

This is a beautiful park to bike or walk outside of the city center. Lots of grass and benches to relax on. It’s a beautiful sight in late April. If you need a break from the city center try coming here. See more..
4.5 Amerongen Castle (164 reviews)
- Beautiful building and the gardens
Monday: Castles

Amerongen Castle is one of the great Dutch houses from the 17th century. The house, garden and furnishings form a unit seldom seen in the Netherlands. Amerongen Castle has a rich family-history, going back 700 years. The owners played an important part in the national and European history. Godard Adriaan van Reede (1621-1691) held a key-position in the insurrection against the French supremacy. As a retribution the house was burnt down by the French in 1673, but rebuilt by his wife Margaretha Turnor. The German Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941) lived at Amerongen Castle for 18 months and signed his abdication here in 1918. The desk at which this happened is still part of the Amerongen collection. The house, surrounded by historical gardens, is situated in the picturesque village of Amerongen at the foot of the Utrecht Hills. Amerongen Castle is vibrant with activities, such as (theme)tours, seasonal festivities, concerts, exhibitions and children’s activities. See more..
4.5 Pandhof Domkerk (99 reviews)
- Exquisite
Monday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Churches & Cathedrals

This medieval herb garden right next to the cathedral is surrounded on the other three sides by cloisters. The story of St. Martin (the patron saint of Utrecht) is depicted in old stone sculptures above the cloisters. This place is the spiritual centre of the City of Utrecht - you can feel it. See more..
4.5 De Midgetgolftuinen Lage Vuursche (91 reviews)
- Had a blast!
Amusement & Theme Parks

We played all 3 courses and what fun we had. When you want to do something moderately active and competitive with your children: go hete. Make sure it's not raining, very cold or a national holiday and you will soend a lovely afternoon playing midgetgolf! See more..
4.5 Sint Willibrordkerk (87 reviews)
- A beautiful, beautiful catholic church in a protestant Utrecht..
Points of Interest & Landmarks

You wouldn't expect a catholic church to be built in such a grand style in Utrecht, in the Netherlands. This after all - is majority protestant in the lands "above the river", and yet, here we are.. I lived in the neighbourhood of Utrecht for years, and never knew. It was - as are all catholic churches - "well hidden in plain view". Such churches were also called "Schuilkerken" - or hidden churches. They were designed to look like villas on the outside, but were churches on the inside.. So too this church. It's been recently purchased by a French order, and mass is celebrated in the traditional latin. So if you'd like to see mass as it used to be celebrated in the 14th century, head down here. its quite an experience See more..
4.5 Stadsbrouwerij De Drie Ringen (81 reviews)
- A lovely little brewery with great beers!
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Breweries

Al ruim 20 jaar brouwt de Stadsbrouwerij De Drie Ringen op een ambachtelijke wijze in Amersfoort haar bieren. Kom gezellig eens langs om onze fantastische bieren te proeven. Ook als u niet van bier houdt, bent van harte welkom! See more..
4.0 Station Utrecht Centraal (903 reviews)
- Big Station
Spent < 1 hour Public Transportation Systems

Utrecht Centraal station is well served by NS trains to many diferent parts of the country including Amsterdam, Eindhoven, Maastricht, Den Haag, Rotterdam and more. There are staircases, lifts and escalators to take you from the platform to the concourse. On the concourse there are alot of different shops including Hema, Albert Heijn, Starbucks and more. Passing through the ticket barriers there are buses and trams to different parts of the city and also across the square is Hoog Katharijne which is a large shopping centre. One thing I liked was a small stand with books where you can swap your books for free. The station is easy to navigate and with light high ceilings has a nice atmosphere. See more..
4.0 Ouwehands Zoo Rhenen (828 reviews)
- The giant pandas are the absolute pinnacle of this zoo.
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Zoos

Unique in the Netherlands... Admire the giant pandas Xing Ya and Wu Wen at Ouwehands Zoo Rhenen! Enter the mystical world of Pandasia and experience the Chinese atmosphere. Meet the giant pandas and continue your journey through Pandasia, which has been constructed according to Chinese styles. Learn more about the unique giant panda and other Asian species, such as the cuscus, red panda, muntjac, and the very special tarsier. Pandasia; discover the world of giant pandas! Ouwehands Zoo… Full of precious encounters Stand eye to eye with the polar bears and watch the bears from the new observation post at Expedition Bear Forest. Admire the unique clouded leopard, engage in an adventure in Gorilla Adventure and go wild in RavotAapia, Europe's largest indoor jungle playground. See more..