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De Alde Feanen National Park
Old Finen National Park has always been a protected area, protecting the local natural ecological environment and the wildlife living here. The park consists of vast swamps, elegant lakes, lush forests, vast pastures, and tranquil ponds. The diverse ecological environment makes it a good place for a variety of animals and plants to inhabit.Earnewald · 12.2 km from Leeuwarden
Oldehove
Oldehove is Leeuwarden's famous Leaning Tower, which is more inclined than the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy. There is a conference room on the top of the tower. Climbing the Leaning Tower can overlook the whole city and feel the Dutch "Leaning Tower of Pisa".Leeuwarden · 704m from downtown
Rijksmuseum
• A large collection of well-known art treasures, including masterpieces by many well-known masters • Retaining the architectural style of the 19th century, the brick-red walls are all decorated with images of Dutch history and art • The vaulted roof of the renovated museum atrium hall is made of glass, and the floor is paved with Portuguese stone floor tiles. Natural light penetrates the entire hall, which is spacious and bright. △ The building where the museum is located was planned and designed by the designer of Amsterdam Railway Station. It was opened to the public in 1885 and is one of the oldest museums in Europe. △ Go up the escalator and enter the viewing corridor. The corridor is composed of arched brick walls and large floor-to-ceiling windows. You can enjoy the panoramic view of the atrium hall. The library on the same floor as the corridor is not to be missed. The history of the library can be traced back to the 19th century. The spiral staircase is very unique and is also known as one of the ten libraries with beautiful scenery in the world.Netherlands · Amsterdam
Giethoorn
Giethoorn is a water village where canals replace roads. Because of its crisscrossing waterways and lush greenery, it is known as the "Venice of the North." The village's name comes from the large number of goat horns unearthed by early residents while digging for peat; "Geytenhoren" in Dutch means "goat horn," which was later simplified to Giethoorn. The lake district where the village is located is itself a mark left by centuries of peat extraction, with the excavated trenches gradually developing into today's canal network. A major scenic view in the village is the thatched-roof farmhouses built along the river—the roofs are covered with reeds, complemented by wooden exterior walls and meticulously maintained gardens, scattered along both banks of the canal and connected by numerous small wooden bridges. Boating along the canals is the core way to experience the village; traveling through the tranquil waterways by small boat allows you to enjoy the view of the thatched-roof houses and pastoral scenery from the water. In addition to the waterways, you can also cycle along the forest paths to experience the village's pastoral atmosphere from another perspective.Giethoorn · 56.6 km from Leeuwarden
Elfstedenmonument Tegeltjesbrug
Tytsjerksteradiel · 5.8 km from Leeuwarden
Dekemastate
Jelsum · 3.7 km from Leeuwarden
Royal Palace Amsterdam
• The palace with gorgeous interiors opens 17 halls, rooms and galleries to the public. • About 2,000 pieces of royal furniture such as sofas, tapestries, and chandeliers are preserved, as well as hanging paintings with rich meanings • After visiting the palace, you can also wander in the square in front of the palace, feed the pigeons or watch street performers, and enjoy the European style △ The Royal Palace of Amsterdam is one of the four royal palaces in the Netherlands. It was originally the city hall and court. As the political and economic center of the city, it is also an important square in the city and a favorite creative theme of painters. It is still full of vitality to this day. The biggest attraction here is its architectural structure and the gorgeous decoration inside the palace. △ Visiting this classical and solemn palace can deeply feel the prosperity and prosperity of Amsterdam in the "golden age". The entire building was designed by Dutch architect Jacob van Campen, and 13,568 tree stumps are cleverly used to support this magnificent building.Netherlands · Amsterdam
Keukenhof
•Stroll through the world-renowned spring garden, admire the flower field view with visitors from around the world, and wander through the colorful sea of blooms •Admire over 100 varieties and 4.5 million tulips in various colors, along with nearly 3 million other bulb flowers •Visit over 30 theme-based flower exhibition activities and breathtaking paintings and photography works △There are numerous cultivated varieties of tulips here, including cup-shaped, bowl-shaped, spherical, lily-flowered, and double-petaled types. Their colors range from pink-purple and bright yellow to tender red and pure white, adorning the entire park with vibrant beauty. △The park is surrounded by vast flower fields, with tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and various bulb flowers creating a vibrant tapestry of colors inside. Many rare varieties rarely seen elsewhere are also showcased. △Keukenhof's famous activities include floral hat exhibitions, wooden shoe-making displays, and special adventures designed for children, such as garden mazes and petting zoos. Travelers can participate in various gardening and flower arrangement activities.Netherlands · Lisse
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Marssum · 4.8 km from Leeuwarden
Anne Frank House
Anne Frank House is the hiding place where Anne Frank and seven others hid from Nazi persecution during World War II. Anne spent over two years in hiding here and wrote the now-famous The Diary of a Young Girl. The building consists of a main house facing the canal and an annex at the rear: the main house was once the office of the spice company run by Anne's father, Otto Frank, and today, the office and warehouse have been restored to their wartime appearance; the annex is the famous "Secret Annex," with its entrance hidden behind a movable bookcase, and the eight people in hiding lived in the upper rooms of the annex. After the Frank family was arrested, the furniture and personal belongings in the Secret Annex were cleared out by the Nazi authorities. The museum features a diary exhibition displaying the original red-checkered diary Anne received for her 13th birthday, as well as her later notebooks, books of favorite quotes, and short story manuscripts.Netherlands · Amsterdam
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De Alde Feanen National Park
Earnewald · 12.2 km from LeeuwardenOldehove
Leeuwarden · 704m from downtownRijksmuseum
Netherlands · AmsterdamBook now for tomorrowGiethoorn
Giethoorn · 56.6 km from LeeuwardenElfstedenmonument Tegeltjesbrug
Tytsjerksteradiel · 5.8 km from LeeuwardenDekemastate
Jelsum · 3.7 km from LeeuwardenRoyal Palace Amsterdam
Netherlands · AmsterdamBook now for tomorrowKeukenhof
Netherlands · LissePre-sellingPoptaslot/Heringastate
Marssum · 4.8 km from LeeuwardenAnne Frank House
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What travellers say about Leeuwarden
虹口布雷小工兵May 28, 2016
4.0
It's like a big brick. The square in front is very lively. There are many old cars and I don't know what kind of activities they are doing. It's so crowded that cars can't get out.
Oldehove
老恭老恭September 23, 2026
5.0
At the Rijksmuseum in the Netherlands, I was on the scene in Rembrandt's prime time, witnessed the open restoration of "The Night Watch," encountered Vermeer, and came across exquisite Delftware. I was deeply moved by the art of the Dutch Golden Age.
Rijksmuseum
YoYo_0T9A3B0LMay 1, 2026
5.0
Giethoorn truly resembles a fairytale town, with more waterways than roads, and small boats moored in front of every house. Low houses with reed-roofed roofs line the waterways, their gardens meticulously manicured. Renting a boat and rowing yourself is the most relaxing way to experience it, slowly gliding under small bridges, with meadows and wild ducks on either side. The main street is somewhat commercialized, but turning into the side streets brings tranquility, with only the sound of oars paddling through the water. It's best to visit on a sunny day; the slippery roads can be quite inconvenient on rainy days.
Giethoorn
_TI***hqJuly 26, 2026
5.0
The place is beautiful and the whole experience with audio book is amazing. It usually takes around 1 hour and 30 min to see the palace thoroughly. The staff was amazing and the place was tidy and really capturing
Royal Palace Amsterdam
luanaAugust 5, 2026
5.0
Taking this bus to Keukenhof Park to see the flowers is extremely convenient; the boarding point was easily found by following the map. The park is so beautiful in spring! The blooming tulips 🌷 and various other flowers 🌼🌹 are dazzling and vibrant in the sunlight; one day isn't enough to see them all! 🥰
Keukenhof
Maddie9October 13, 2026
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An amazing experience. Something I have been meaning to go to for years but could never get tickets. Definitely worth doing and experiencing.Tips: book the half hour pre talk before, even if you know all about Anne Frank, it is definitely worth it to set the scene before the tour
Anne Frank House
