About
A quiet, charming dutch town with cute shops and cafes, a relaxed alternative to amsterdam.
Why go
- Feels like a much quieter version of the city
- Has all the charm of amsterdam but with way fewer tourists
- Feels more local and less touristy than amsterdam
Must try
- Explore the Frans Hals Museum
- Wander through hidden hofjes (courtyards)
- Visit the Grote Kerk at the central market square
- Visit the Saturday market at the main square
- Canal cruise
Pro tips
- Take a fifteen minute train ride to haarlem
- Easily cycle to zantvoort beach from here
- Park at the north lot
- Take the train from the central station
Good to know
- We went on a random tuesday and almost everything was closed
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