The Hague Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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The Hague
The Hague
The Hague
The Hague

Enjoy stately mansions, palaces and art museums, historic city parks and a long sandy beach in the attractive city that is the seat of the Dutch government.

Explore The Hague’s many cultural gems, from museums packed with masterpieces to former royal residences and palaces. Nature lovers will appreciate the city’s spacious parks and long sandy beach.

Officially called ‘s-Gravenhage, this proud Dutch city is more often referred to as Den Haag (The Hague). The capital of the Zuid-Holland province, The Hague is home to the International Court of Justice and the Dutch parliament. Contemporary architecture, boutique shops, exotic restaurants and futuristic nightclubs give the historic city a modern twist.

The Hague’s good network of trams and buses make it easy to get around without a car. Your first port of call should be Madurodam, because this miniature park displays many of the country’s major buildings and inventions. 

To get a bird’s-eye view of the city itself, ride the glass panorama elevator of The Hague Tower to the 41st floor. Have a drink in the restaurant at the top of the tower or head to the bars around the city’s central squares Plein and Grote Markt.

Look up at the historic tower where the Dutch prime minister works at central Binnenhof. This palatial complex has a public courtyard and you can tour the buildings with a guide. Stroll past former palaces and mansions along the historic tree-lined avenue called Lange Voorhout. 

Don’t miss your chance to see two world-famous Dutch masterpieces: Girl with a Pearl Earring by Vermeer and Victory Boogie Woogie by Mondriaan. The Vermeer is just one of the works by Dutch masters in the historic Mauritshuis. Find the Mondriaan and other famous European contemporary art in the striking Gemeentemuseum.

On a sunny day, follow the locals to the parks or the beach. The rose garden in the spacious Westbroekpark and the Japanese garden of Clingendael Park are exceptional botanical displays. Another great place for a stroll is Scheveningen Beach, where you can watch the sun go down and go partying after dark.

Reach The Hague by flying into Rotterdam The Hague Airport and then catch a train or shuttle bus to the city centre. There are also national and international train routes to The Hague.

Where to stay in The Hague

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Scheveningen

4/5(40 area reviews)

Scheveningen is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Scheveningen Beach or Madurodam while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Scheveningen
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Noordwijk aan Zee

Noordwijk aan Zee is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Lighthouse Noordwijk and Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout while in the area.

Noordwijk aan Zee
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The Hague Center

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

Museums, art galleries and historical sites are some highlights of The Hague Center. Make a stop by Grote Kerk Den Haag or Binnenhof while you're exploring.

The Hague Center
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Kijkduin

Beaches and restaurants are notable features of Kijkduin. You might consider stopping by Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Kijkduin
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Scheveningen Badplaats

While visiting Scheveningen Badplaats, you might make a stop by sights like Scheveningen Beach and SEA LIFE Scheveningen.

Scheveningen Badplaats
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Statenkwartier

While Statenkwartier may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Scheveningen Beach and Kunstmuseum Den Haag.

Statenkwartier
Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen

Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen

5 out of 5
Gevers Deynootplein 30, Scheveningen, The Hague
The price is ₹14,738 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹14,738
₹17,316 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in The Hague. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel lobby and hall are among the most beautiful I have seen in any hotel. Which made it even more of a shame to discover that the room itself was so disappointingly average. Was also rather irritated to receive a phone call 10 minutes after checking in to inform me that I needed to pay more ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen
Urban Hotel The Golden Stork

Urban Hotel The Golden Stork

3 out of 5
7 Volmerlaan, Rijswijk, ZH
The price is ₹4,667 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹4,667
₹5,813 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rijswijk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (191 reviews)
"Friendly staff, enough space for parking and good price, had a nice dinner at the hotel's restaurant"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Urban Hotel The Golden Stork
Leonardo Royal Hotel Den Haag Promenade

Leonardo Royal Hotel Den Haag Promenade

4.5 out of 5
Van Stolkweg 1, The Hague
The price is ₹9,074 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹9,074
₹11,142 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in The Hague. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (528 reviews)
"This hotel is very convenient for business with some of the nearby international entities. However there is not much of anything else around the neighbourhood. What makes this hotel great is the staff. Without exception they are excellent and in particular the bar and restaurant staffers. You can ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Den Haag Promenade
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cove Centrum

Cove Centrum

4 out of 5
46 Grote Marktstraat, The Hague, ZH
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in The Hague. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (266 reviews)
"Location. Repeat stay"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Cove Centrum
Numa The Hague Scheveningen

Numa The Hague Scheveningen

3.5 out of 5
61 Gevers Deynootweg, 66, The Hague, ZH
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in The Hague. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Scheveningen Beach and Scheveningen ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
Oasis by the sea
"Comfortable, clean, modern hotel within easy walking distance to beach, shopping, restaurants. Tram stops outside the door (#1) and around the corner (#9) for trams to center of The Hague and train stations. Large, comfy bed. Efficient kitchen facilities. My room had a fantastic view of the sea! ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Numa The Hague Scheveningen
 YAYS The Hague Willemspark by Numa

YAYS The Hague Willemspark by Numa

3.5 out of 5
Koninginnegracht 20, The Hague
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in The Hague. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (96 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

YAYS The Hague Willemspark by Numa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of The Hague

4.6
Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Museum Voorlinden is a must when you visit The Hague!

5/5 - Excellent

Jane

A lovely city, with interesting buildings, old and modern

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Eat lunch at Food maker not far from the central station - a fresh buffet with loads of space, friendly staff and a casual atmosphere.... The yoghourt barn is also good too!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A very interesting city with so much to offer

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic place to visit

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

It is a very interesting place to visit.

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