Food Lover's Guide to The Hague
As the Dutch seat of government, and the home of multiple embassies and international institutions, the Hague has quite a buttoned-up reputation. But unbeknownst to most outsiders, this coastal city has a fun and vibrant food scene that’s anything but stuffy. Here’s what you need to know about eating in the Hague.
Must-Try Dishes
Dutch food tends to be rustic and hearty, with meat, potatoes, and cheeses such as gouda and edam all playing starring roles on the dinner table. Beer is a popular drink; it’s often paired with tasty bar snacks, such as bitterballen (meatballs) and patat frites (fries topped with mayonnaise, or in some cases tomato ketchup, garlic, or peanut sauce).
The North Sea provides plenty of fresh fish to the city’s restaurants, from mackerel to mussels, while street food carts around the city sell soft and salty cured herring, typically served with onions and pickles, and—in some cases—a side serving of kroketten (croquettes).
For sweet treats, try pannenkoeken (pancakes) and poffertjes (fluffy mini pancakes topped with powdered sugar). You’ll also find some excellent Indonesian food in the Hague, where there is a strong Indo-Dutch community.
Must-Do Experiences
Get the inside track on the Hague’s dining hot spots during a guided food tour.
Sample snacks from curbside vendors and beloved local bakeries.
Experience what the Dutch call gezelligheid (a cozy atmosphere—the Netherland’s answer to Denmark’s hygge ) while dining, drinking, and chatting with fellow food lovers.
Sample craft beers brewed in the Hague and beyond.
Get tips about the best restaurants in the city and what to order.
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Keukenhof Garden and Flower Fields Guided Day Tour from The Hague
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Spend the day in a sea of blossoms on a 6.5-hour tour from The Hague to Keukenhof Gardens,. Follow a guide through the best of the park, then have time to explore on your own. See some of the millions of flowers that bloom each year in 79 acres (32 hectares) of manicured beds, from an English landscape garden to elaborate flower sculptures. This full-day flower tour includes transport by coach from The Hague and entrance fees at Keukenhof Gardens.
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The Hague: Private Tour with a Local Guide
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Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.
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$42.93
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Outside Escape Walking Tour in The Hague City (2 Hours, Self-guided)
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An Outside Escape is similar to an escape room, but outside, like a city walk. Step into an exciting story full of riddles and try to solve them together with your team mates. In the meantime, you get to see beautiful places in the city, hidden spots that even to many locals are unfamiliar.
An Outside Escape:
- is self-guided, start at any moment you like;
- is for 1 to 4 players, ages 15 and up;
- takes about 2 hours, 2,0-2,5 km walking;
- only requires a charged smartphone.
This Outside Escape shows you some of the beautiful parks, hidden court yards and secret alleys of the Hague.
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Highlights of The Hague Private Bicycle Tour
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Our guides are knowledgable, enthusiastic locals who love their city and love to share it's highlights and secrets with you.
After this tour you've learned a lot more about The Hague and it's people and culture. Also, our guides will have provided you with lots of inspiration of things to do and places to go during the rest of your stay! It's our aim to show the highlights, the hotspots and some hidden local secrets.
Do you have any special requests? During this private tour there is a lot of room for customization, so if there are certain spots you want to skip or spend extra time, just tell the guide in advance!
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$91.98
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Photographic Tour in Delft Historical Center
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This is the best tour to return home with the best pictures. During the three-hour walk, we walk about five kilometers through the city center and pass all the well-known, but also many beautiful hidden gems of Delft. We follow the cozy canals and thus pass all the highlights, such as the Prinsenhof, Oostpoort and the Oude and Nieuwe Kerk. You can join with every kind of camera, a mobile phone as well. I give you tips and tricks for the most beautiful photos or suggestions for a nice composition.
To give everyone enough personal attention, the group consists of no more than eight people. We take the time to take photos at beautiful locations. The best and fastest way to get home with beautiful photos. Be surprised by the beautiful result, also just with your mobile! There is plenty of time to experiment with shooting.
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Madurodam entrance Ticket
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Visit all of Holland’s iconic attractions during a fun-filled visit to the Madurodam miniature park in The Hague. Feel like a mighty giant as you stroll past small-scale replicas of famous Dutch landmarks like the Port of Rotterdam and the Rijksmuseum. Admire traditional Dutch houses, delight in the vibrant color of tulip fields, and see signature Dutch windmills in verdant fields. Enrich your knowledge of the Netherlands with educational exhibitions and informative plaques throughout your visit to the magnificent miniature park.
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Hague Private Tour: Heart of Old Town Exploration Game
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Play a city game where you will follow clues to discover the most iconic buildings of The Hague, the political capital of the Netherlands, and the living and working place of the Dutch Royal Family.
Are you ready for an adventure?
Highlights:
Discover the city’s rich cultural history and the tales of its iconic buildings.
Find out the gruesome stories of the prisoners in De Gevangenpoort.
Learn about the Dutch Royal Family.
Stroll along De Binnenhof, visit current and past residencies of the Royal Family, and see the city’s mesmerizing churches.
Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, an outdoor escape game, and a treasure hunt.
Each clue will lead you from one place to another by providing you with exact directions so you won't need a map, GPS, or guide. As you answer the questions, solve the challenge, or guess the answer, the secret story of each place is unlocked.
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Skip the Line: Youseum Westfield Mall of The Netherlands Ticket
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Youseum is an experiential museum all about social media and the latest trends. Are you looking for a place to escape reality? Step through the door to your very own YOUman show and go on a journey of discovery through Europe’s biggest social media experience!
At Youseum YOU are the artist, the artwork and the critic. Look at yourself from every possible perspective in the Infinity Room or give your dirty socks a wash in the Laundry room, nothing is too crazy! Visit Youseum and bring home the most unique, colourful pictures!
Come admire this wonderland filled with unique art installations at The Mall of the Netherlands, Leidschendam
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Discover Delft with this Fun & Interactive City Game
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Price per group of 2-6 people. Within 2 hours, the Delft City Trail leads you along the best spots in Delft, while you play fun riddles and assignments on your smartphone. Try to set a high score with family or friends and explore the city. There are no fixed start times or reservations, you choose your own day and time. The Trail is available 24/7 and there is no time limit - you can start, pause and stop whenever it suits you! The Delft City Trail is 100% fun and the cheapest outing for families and groups of friends.
How does it work?
When you book, you will receive an email with instructions on how to install a free app on your smartphone. You will also receive an e-ticket with a QR code. If you scan the QR code with the App, the City Trail starts, it's that easy!
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Historical Royal Walking Tour in The Hague
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I am going to take u back in time, where The Hague was founded. What is the history of the Netherlands, and what role did The Hague have in the history. How did the Dutch royal family came to power and what role do they play in current Holland. These and other stories will be told during the walking tour.
The Hague is beautifull and rich in history. A lot of the landmarks are still here. With a guided walking tour u not only know the story behind the buildings but also what the function is today. History of The Hague is Dutch history and I would love to tell u all about it.
We walk with small or private groups to have some interaction and flexibilty in the tour. I like to adjust the tour according to the group. I also arrange water and some snacks to have a great morning or afternoon.
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Discover The Hague in 60 Minutes with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private local.
The group size is up to 8 people.
You only have an hour to fall in love with The Hague? Challenge accepted!
Discover The Hague during a short but sweet excursion, in which you will learn the most interesting facts about the city, the local lifestyle and the modern transformation of the city.
We will meet at Escher In the Palais and go on our stroll from there :-)
Discover what the everyday life of a local looks like and learn where the city gets its characteristic ambience from, by seeing it through the eyes of a local.
Walking through the city, you will discover the city’s parks, monuments and historical architecture with a local. This is also your chance to get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants and bars to visit during your time here, and learn how to make the most out of your visit.
This is the perfect experience for someone visiting the city for the first time, or someone that wants to rediscover it!
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Private Tour: The Hague Walking Tour Including Peace Palace Visitors Center
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Discover the historical highlights and cultural delights of The Hague on a private walking tour of the resplendent city. With a knowledgeable guide, visit architectural gems like the Tower of Rutte and Noordeinde Palace, and delve into the city’s rich history with visit’s to the Prison Gate Museum and City Hall. Admire the grandeur of the Parliament buildings around the Binnenhof, the city’s cultural heart and conclude your tour by paying a visit to the Peace Palace visitors center. Relish the flexibility of this private tour while receiving the undivided attention of your guide.
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$140.46
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Keukenhof Guided Tour plus Visit to Madurodam from The Hague
The Keukenhof Gardens and the Madurodam model village lie within easy reach of The Hague, but organizing admission fees and transportation to visit independently takes time. On this tour, enjoy round-trip transportation from The Hague and reach both sites by air-conditioned coach—with entry fees included. Take a scenic spin through Lisse with your guide and admire fine views over the tulip fields in all the colors of the rainbow.
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Food Walking Tour of The Hague
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Taste your way around The Hague on a walking tour of the city’s food scene. Learn about The Hague’s history and cuisine while exploring the charming streets, and make food stops to taste local delicacies. Visit boutique bakeries, pubs and cafes beloved by the locals, and sample drinks and sweet and savory dishes as you chat to your guide and the artisanal vendors. As you eat and explore, experience Holland’s celebrated ‘gezelligheid’— the warm conviviality that's central to local culture. Numbers are limited to 10 for a small-group experience.
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Private Walking Tour: Delft's Royal History and Pottery
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Take a private tour of Delft and delve into the city’s royal history with this customizable, half-day walking tour. Famed for its iconic Delftware (or Delft Blue) pottery, its historic Old Town and its connections with the Dutch Royal Family, Delft is one of the Netherlands’ most popular day trip destinations. On this tour, you'll explore the Old Town, where you’ll stumble upon sights like the Prince’s Court and City Hall, and visit the New Church, the final resting place of William the Silent an other notable royals.
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Walking Tour of Delft - The City of Orange and Blue
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Winter, spring, summer or fall. Delft surprises you all year round! The city walks of Do DELFT are informative, sometimes practical. But always relaxed and welcoming. We stroll through the streets, along the canals and royal squares. Wondering why the tower of the Old Church is so lopsided? Want to know why the Delft pottery is blue? And which royal highnesses are in the Royal vault? The guides of Do DELFT know and ofcourse they will tell you!The guides of Do DELFT know and ofcourse they will tell you! The tour ends after 90 minutes. It will be your best introduction to the city!
On request, you can conclude the walk with a visit to the New Church, the main attraction of Delft. Our guide explains in the church and the entrance ticket is included. Extra costs are 7 euros per person.
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Den Haag and Delft two citys for one day!
Would recommend this to book this tour on the first day of stay! These are the two capitals of the Kingdom of Nidderland (past and present), two royal cities with unique Dutch architecture.
Everyone knows that The Hague is the political capital of the Netherlands, but that there is a city of Delft in the tulip kingdom and what makes it unique, not everyone knows! These are two truly royal cities and two huge stories!
The cradle of the Orange and the hometown of the great Vermeer, it was from here that blue and white porcelain sailed to Tsarist Russia, it is in Delft that there is a tilted church and a real fish market of the 16th century. It can be called an open-air exhibition of the Dutch Renaissance, and even the Hague can be seen from the height of the Nieuwe Kerk tower!
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$76.72
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$76.72
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Surfing, Skateboarding and Paddleboarding in The Hague
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Get an introduction to surfing on the North Sea coast during a small-group session, perfect for beginning surfers. A certified surf school instructor teaches you how to catch the waves in a fun yet safe way. You’ll start on the sandy beach at the modern seaside resort of Scheveningen before taking your soft board to the water. Surfboard and wetsuit are included, with numbers limited to six people per instructor.
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Taxi Transfer from The Hague to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Private transfer from The Hague to Schiphol Airport in a luxury Mercedes sedan or minivan with a professional driver.
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$106.23
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$106.23
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Discover The Hague with this Fun & Interactive City Game
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Price per group of 2-6 people. Within 2 hours, the Qula Den Haag City Trail leads you along the best spots in The Hague, while you play fun riddles and assignments on your smartphone. Try to set a high score with family or friends and explore the city. There are no fixed start times or reservations, you choose your own day and time. The Trail is available 24/7 and there is no time limit - you can start, pause and stop whenever it suits you! It is offered in multiple languages (Eng, Ger, Fr, Ned, Sp, It and more). The Qula City Trail is great fun and the most affordable outing for families and groups of friends.
How does it work?
When you book, you will receive an email with instructions on how to play the Trail on your smartphone. Android or iPhone compatible. Once at the starting point, start your quest through the city, it's that easy!
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$34.23
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Royal Delft: Delftblue factory & museum ticket
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Skip the line at the Royal Delft museum when you purchase your ticket in advance. Guaranteed entry allows you to make the most of your time inside the museum. Discover nearly 400 years of Delft Blue history at your own pace. With no restrictive tour group, you’re free to explore independently and only visit areas that interest you.
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$16.52
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Exciting Murder Mystery - Interactive city walk in The Hague
Enjoy 3 hours full of fun!
It's cheap! You only have to pay €58,50 per team.
Discover the most unique places in The Hague in a fun way!
It's up to you to decide at what time you'll start and at what pace you'll play.
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$69.05
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Discover Scheveningen with this Fun & Interactive City Game
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Price per group of 2-6 people. Within 2 hours, the Qula Scheveningen City Trail leads you along the nicest spots in Scheveningen, while you play fun riddles and assignments on your smartphone. Try to set a high score with family or friends and explore the city. There are no fixed start times or reservations, you choose your own day and time. The Trail is available 24/7 and there is no time limit - you can start, pause and stop whenever it suits you! It is offered in multiple languages (Eng, Ger, Fr, Ned, Sp, It and more). The Qula City Trail is great fun and the most affordable outing for families and groups of friends.
How does it work?
When you book, you will receive an email with instructions on how to play the Trail on your smartphone. Android or iPhone compatible. Once at the starting point, start your quest through the city, it's that easy!
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$34.23
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$34.23
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Discover The Hague with a local guide
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Do as the locals do, and hop on a set of wheels for an active bicycle tour around The Hague.
This tour will keep you busy and biking for about 3 hours.
One of our local guides from The Hague will take you around town for you to see the most beautiful and interesting sights the city has to offer.
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