Top The Hague Sightseeing Tours in 2026

Take a self-guided audio tour through The Hague - the political heart of The Netherlands. Explore elegant streets filled with powerful buildings, from royal palaces to Het Torentje (the Prime Minister's office), brimming with stories. This audio tour takes you through the city's historical center, pointing out its most interesting facets and share the (sometimes tall) tales behind them. Starting at Plein square, you'll head to Binnenhof, which houses the national government, and the Mauritshuis Museum. Stroll along the Dutch Baroque buildings on Lange Voorhout Street and hear about Hotel des Indes whose guests include Winston Churchill, three former US presidents, Michael Jackson, and Prince. Discover why the city is called The Hague, learn about the only time a country has eaten their head of government, and find out why images of storks are everywhere. You might even bump into a minister or two! Afterwards, you'll know more about The Hague than the average Dutchie!

Explore The Hague—the unofficial capital of the Netherlands—where the Dutch Parliament, Supreme Court, and ministries reside on this private walking tour. Learn about its Roman origins, medieval prominence, royal connections, and pivotal role in wartime and reconstruction. Walk past key sites with a local guide and discover the city’s secrets on this private tour tailored to your preferences.

A stroll through Delft feels a bit like walking through a Vermeer painting. Nestled between Rotterdam and the Hague, the centre of one of Holland’s oldest cities is a historical oasis, largely untouched by modernity. On this self-guided walking tour through Amsterdam’s smaller, cuter and less crowded cousin, you’ll hear the city’s fascinating and unexpected stories. You’ll explore the city’s historical heart, taking in charming squares and walking alongside picturesque canals. You'll hear stories about the city’s rich history, its famous figures, and some of the small details that make Delft so unique. These stories are often fascinating, sometimes surprising, and every now and then also a little funny. History doesn't have to be dull after all! This tour offers an engaging and light-hearted walk through the old part of Delft with an experienced tour guide who has lived and studied here for many years.

This special William of Orange themed private tour offers a deeper dive into Delft at the very heart of Dutch history. Together with a knowledgeable local guide, you will explore the city through the life, death, and legacy of William of Orange, the Father of the Fatherland. The tour leads you through Delft’s historic center, with extended, guided visits to both the New Church and the Old Church. In the New Church, you will visit William of Orange’s mausoleum and learn why Delft became the burial place of the House of Orange. In the Old Church, your guide will place Delft’s religious, political, and social life into context during the turbulent years of the Dutch Revolt. Along the canals and streets of Delft, your guide will connect the story of William of Orange to the wider Golden Age of the Dutch Republic. You will also encounter other key figures linked to the city, including Johannes Vermeer, whose world was shaped by the legacy William of Orange left behind.

Cycle through Delft with your own private guide on a city bike from Hotel Arsenaal. Ride to the Oostpoort, the only Delft city gate still standing, then stop on the Markt, between the Stadhuis (City Hall) and the Nieuwe Kerk, where William of Orange is buried. Follow the Oude Delft canal to the leaning tower of the Oude Kerk, Vermeer's final resting place, and pass by the Prinsenhof, where William of Orange was shot in 1584. On the Hooikade you stand where Vermeer painted his famous "View of Delft" around 1660. The last stop is Agnetapark, a 19th-century garden village built for the workers of a yeast factory, before you ride back to Hotel Arsenaal. Delft is flat and compact, so the pace stays relaxed, with time for photos at every stop. This is a private guided experience, just for you and your group.

If you wonder how did the Lower Lands look 4 centuries ago during the Northern Renaissance, then you cannot miss Delft. Other Dutch cities deserve attention as well but it is Delft's city centre that survived throughout the centuries and stayed unchanged to this day. Delft is a quintessence of the history of the Dutch Kingdom. Delft is a mix of the country's past and future. Delft is a perfect collage of religion, arts, scientific developments and the history of the Dutch Royal family. There is also a rich history of privateering, scams and intrigues, feats and heroism. If you are curious about at least one of those, then you cannot miss Delft. If you like lazy walks, visiting the fish market or enjoying the views of windmills far from all the crowds and fuss, then Delft is a must-see. It is also the place where the famous Delft china is made. Here you will also find the cosiest canals covered with green duckweed. Not to mention…

Following pickup from your accommodation, take part in a short meet and greet with your driver before starting your journey to the Keukenhof. The Keukenhof is a flower park in Lisse, 45 minutes from Amsterdam. The park has an area of 32 hectares. Beside the flowers, the Keukenhof also has exhibitions of special flowers with a new flower each week. Some examples of these themes are roses, orchids, and chrysanthemums. Whilst at the site it is also possible to take a boat trip, which sees you sailing between the bulb fields. These boat trips are referred to as whisper trips, due to the boat's electric motors. At the Tulip Experience Amsterdam you will see the history of the tulip in their museum. After that you can go into the bulb fields with more then 1 millions tulips and 700 different kinds and make some nice pictures. At the end you can pluck your own tulips.

Visit the charming city of Delft, the beloved hometown of the world-famous painter Jan Vermeer which looks like a picture itself with not only numerous architectural masterpieces, including the fairytale-looking 15th-century East Gate surrounded by scenic canals, the vintage peasant houses in Klaeeuwshofje Courtyard from 17th century, the 14th-century New Church with the second highest church tower in the Netherlands crowning the skyline of Delft, and the peculiar leaning tower of the Old Church, but also the vibrant traditional life that has been well maintained from the Middle Ages at Market Square, one of the largest historic market sites in Europe.

Experience the essence of Dutch ingenuity, heritage and beauty! Step inside a historic windmill, stroll through a charming Golden Age Village, marvel at a famous dike and be impresses by the oldest working planetarium in the world. Highlights - Visit the iconic windmills of Schermerhorn - See the beautiful wooden houses and impressive town hall of De Rijp - Enjoy lunch in the fishing village of Den Oever - Cross the famous Afsluitdijk (Enclosing Dike) - Be impressed by the oldest working planetarium in the world TRAVEL PLAN: 08.30 AM: Pick up 08.30 – 09.30: Transfer to Schermerhorn 09.30 – 10.30: Visit the windmills of Schermerhorn 10.30 – 10.45: Transfer to De Rijp 10.45 – 11.45: Village Walk in De Rijp 11.45 – 12.30: Transfer to Den Oever 12.30 – 13.45: Visit Den Oever incl. Lunch 13.45 - 14.30: Transfer to Franeker via Enclosing Dike 14.30 – 16.30: Town Walk in Franeker and visit of the "Eise Eisinga Planetarium" 16.30 – 18.30: Transfer back

Explore the Netherlands' most iconic cultural and historical gems on a private tour from The Hague, Leiden or Noordwijk. Visit the UNESCO-listed Kinderdijk windmills, the historic city of Gouda, and Castle De Haar. Highlights Walk among the majestic windmills at UNESCO World Heritage Site Kinderdijk Stroll through charming Gouda, famous for its cheese and stunning market square Explore the Gouda Cheese Experience and immerse yourself in the rich history and craftsmanship of Gouda cheese Marvel at the grandeur of the largest and most opulent castle in the Netherlands TRAVEL PLAN: 08.30 AM: Pick up 08.30 – 09.30: Transfer to kinderdijk 09.30 – 11.30: Visit Kinderdijk, including the Museum Mill 11.30 – 12.15: Transfer to Gouda 12.15 – 14.30: Visit Gouda (incl. The Cheese Experience and Lunch) 14.30 – 15.15: Transfer to De Haar Castle 15.15 – 16.45: Visit De Haar Castle 16.45 – 17.30: Transfer back to The Hague, Leiden or Noordwijk

Van Gogh and Dutch Heritage Tours organizes high-quality cultural and historical trips for tourists who want to discover the Netherlands through the life, work, and world of Vincent van Gogh. The concept combines small-scale luxury touring, storytelling, art history, Dutch cultural heritage, and authentic local experiences. We focus on Van Gogh's early period and on the history of the Netherlands in general. The tour guide is highly experienced and has studied 19th-century art in the Netherlands and also for 4 years in the United States (under the guidance of renowned art historians such as Prof. Al Boime (UCLA) and Prof. Gabe Weisberg (University of Minnesota)). He is an expert in Dutch culture and speaks fluent Dutch, English, and French. It will be a wonderful experience and provides an impression of the lesser-known Netherlands. We will also include some fun quizzes and stories. The standard program can be adjusted if needed.