All Leeuwarden Tours & Excursions in 2026

See Giethoorn from a unique waterside perspective with this private boat rental in the charming village. Cruise the canals in comfort with a silent motor, soft cushions, and plenty of onboard space for belongings. Follow your own route or use the handy app for guidance. Choose from two, three, four, or six hours on the water, with WhatsApp support available throughout your trip for added peace of mind.

Take a whistle-stop walking tour around Leeuwarden, led by an English-speaking guide. Great for individuals who want a taste of the Netherlands but may be limited on time, this 1-hour and 30-minute private tour takes participants to the historical landmarks of this Dutch city. With the option to be picked up from selected nearby hotels, this tour is particularly suitable for visitors new to the Leeuwarden and looking for a friendly introduction to the local area.

If you enjoy the freedom of independent travel but want the support of a tour, this self-guided scavenger hunt in Leeuwarden is ideal for you. Get to know the city better while having fun with your friends or family. Follow the prompts on the free app and answer puzzles and riddles as you make your way around Leeuwarden. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a regular, you’ll find something new.

Start your adventure with convenience—park your car for free at our spacious parking lot or arrive via public transport, just a 2-minute walk from our location. Fuel up with a delicious coffee or snack before stepping aboard our brand-new heated tour boat, perfect for a cozy exploration of Giethoorn. As we set sail, we’ll navigate through the charming narrow canals, offering you a close-up view of picturesque bridges, stunning historic homes, and delightful little shops. Next, we’ll glide onto the open lake, where you’ll have the chance to spot graceful swans and other wildlife—a breathtaking experience in nature. Finally, we’ll return through the heart of Giethoorn’s city center, concluding our journey back at the boat rental location. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the enchanting beauty of Giethoorn by water!

Go on an adventure in the city of your choice in the Netherlands with our Urban Escape Games. Walk around the city with your team (with family or friends) and let yourself be guided by the mobile application. Solve the puzzles and complete several missions. Take a good look at your surroundings to help you! Explore differently: your adventure starts now!

A Pub Trail is a scavenger hunt through Leeuwarden, combined with short pub games in cafés that you choose yourselves. For friends, colleagues and families who want to explore the city without feeling like tourists. You walk together through the city, complete challenges, and play games in the cafés. The group stays together, and the player with the most points wins a prize. Pub Trail Leeuwarden is an activity, not a traditional pub crawl. You choose the cafés yourselves: no fixed bars, no set routes. This gives you the freedom to choose the cafés you want to visit. Pub Trail Leeuwarden is an active and playful experience, much more fun than a standard walking tour.

Step into the world of Sherlock Holmes and solve a mysterious case during the Sherlock Holmes City Game - a self-guided adventure full of puzzles, plot twists, and hidden clues. This City Game is all about story-driven gameplay and immersive mystery solving, it pulls you into a captivating story that you solve together, making it a unique way to connect, play, and create memories with your group. Perfect for friends, families, colleagues or solo players who enjoy a challenge and love detective games. Whether you play solo or in teams, it's a flexible and fun experience that turns the city into your crime-solving playground. After booking, check your email for clear instructions, download the Loquiz app, and dive straight into your detective mission.

Discover Leeuwarden like never before with the Secrets of Leeuwarden City Game, a fun self-guided city game packed with puzzles, riddles and hidden stories! This GPS-based exploration game lets you experience Leeuwarden while exploring famous spots such as the Oldehove Tower, the Grote of Jacobijnerkerk, the Blokhuispoort, Wilhelminaplein and the historic centre. Play solo for a personal challenge or together with friends, family or colleagues. During the game you solve tricky questions, puzzles, riddles and creative photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues and solve the final mystery. Pause whenever you want and continue later at your own pace. Compete for a place on the leaderboard or play competitively for team building, making this scavenger hunt through Leeuwarden perfect for every type of explorer.

Are you planning a day out or weekend trip to Hindeloopen, then you can have a lot of fun with this city walk. An Escape game and city walk at the same time. 2,5 kilometres long and over 2 hours of fun for the family or a group of friends. Meanwhile, during this game there is plenty of time to sit on one of the terraces. A city walk has never been so much fun. An app will help you with your quest during the city walk. In 2025, Hindeloopen will be 800 years old, a year of celebration. But there is one woman, who considers herself more important than this city. She calls herself the Hundred Year Hindelooper and wants there to be a statue of her. It is up to you to find her.

WHY CHOOSE US? Explore the beautiful city-center of Leeuwarden at your own pace. This self-guided audio tour will take you to all the well-known spots and undiscovered gems of Leeuwarden. Go on a journey of discovery with your self-guided audio guide and get to know Leeuwarden and its history in a unique way. - Walk at your own pace - The most beautiful walking routes and best stories - Unexpected discoveries - Personal virtual audio guide in 7 languages - Route guidance via GPS - Works offline

As a professional photographer with years of international experience, I will guide you through the entire process – from choosing the best locations and natural lighting to helping you feel confident in front of the camera. Don’t worry if you’ve never posed before; I’ll give you easy directions to capture natural, candid, and elegant shots. What makes this experience unique is the personal approach. I assist with outfit recommendations before the shoot, suggest the most photogenic spots in Giethoorn, and ensure the whole experience is relaxed and fun. You can also choose to add a short video of your photoshoot – a perfect way to share your Dutch adventure on social media.

The English attack In late September 1799, English warships suddenly appear before the port of Lemmer. The English captain James Boorder claims Lemmer and threatens that refusal will result in the village being torn apart! The brave people of Lemmer reject the demand... Reinforcements are needed to resist the English forces, and the Grietman writes a letter with a plea for help to Napoleon to come to Lemmer's aid. The letter must be delivered as quickly as possible to a secret location in the village. A select group is chosen to successfully complete this mission. There is only 2.5 hours to complete the mission! Wander, search, and puzzle your way through the most beautiful locations. Answer questions and solve unique puzzles to save the population of Lemmer from the English attack! You can play this mission at any time (during daylight) on your own smartphone. This mission is suitable for approximately 10 years and older. You'll walk about 5 kilometers in a maximum of 2.5 hours.

Explore the city at your own pace while playing the Syndicate City Game, an unforgettable city escape game adventure that offers a lot of freedom and flexibility. You can play when, where and with who you want. Whether you want to play alone for personal excitement or with a group of people this is the game for you! Playing with more groups will turn into a competitive experience, perfect as a teambuilding activity. This game is a fun activity you can do while visiting a city. In this game, each member of your group becomes a character with a vital role in the mission. Everyone will play a fundamental part in achieving success. Our City Game offers the maximum independence, you can play pause & continue whenever you want. HOW TO PLAY: Book the City Game, check the email we send you with the simple instructions, download the Loquiz App, access the City Game and you are ready to begin your gaming experience!

Discover Giethoorn like never before with the Secrets of Giethoorn City Game, a fun self-guided city game packed with puzzles, riddles and hidden stories! This GPS-based exploration game lets you experience Giethoorn while exploring famous spots such as the Mennonite Church, Museum 't Olde Maat Uus, the historic canals, the Binnenpad and the thatched farmhouses. Play solo for a personal challenge or together with friends, family or colleagues. During the game you solve tricky questions, puzzles, riddles and creative photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues and solve the final mystery. Pause whenever you want and continue later at your own pace. Compete for a place on the leaderboard or play competitively for team building, making this scavenger hunt through Giethoorn perfect for every type of explorer.

Crucial evidence in an active murder case has been stolen. 15 suspects. One culprit. Can you crack the case? City Detective Leeuwarden is an immersive outdoor e-scavenger hunt that turns the historic city centre into your crime scene. Using the Qugato app on your smartphone, you'll solve puzzles, collect clues, and eliminate suspects, all while discovering Leeuwarden’s most iconic landmarks and hidden corners. Why visitors love it: • Explore famous sights like the Oldehove, the Waag, and the canals of the city centre, plus hidden gems most tourists miss • Engaging puzzles at an accessible difficulty, fun for ages 10 and up • Takes about 1,5 to 2 hours and covers roughly 3-4 km, a perfect half-day activity • One ticket for the whole team (up to 6 players), great value for families, couples, and groups • No fixed start time, begin whenever suits you, pause and resume freely Can you crack the case? Start your investigation in Leeuwarden and unmask the culprit today.

Step aboard a comfortable covered boat and discover the enchanting waterways of Giethoorn with an experienced local skipper. Enjoy fascinating stories and authentic insights while sailing past charming 18th- and 19th-century thatched-roof farmhouses, colorful gardens and picturesque wooden bridges. Glide through narrow canals where boats replace cars and discover why Giethoorn is known as the “Dutch Venice.” With over 170 bridges, every turn offers a postcard-perfect view. The cruise continues onto the beautiful Bovenwijde Lake, surrounded by peaceful nature and breathtaking scenery. Along the way, you’ll see cozy waterside cafés and traditional restaurants. Enjoy a coffee or tea with a delicious Dutch stroopwafel during your cruise, and complete your Giethoorn experience with a relaxed lunch or dinner at De Rietstulp.

Discover Giethoorn on a private chauffeur-driven tour from Amsterdam. Travel in a comfortable Mercedes vehicle and enjoy free time to explore the canals, wooden bridges, thatched-roof houses, village paths, shops, and restaurants at your own pace. Your chauffeur will wait while you explore independently. Boat tours, private boat rental, food, drinks, museum tickets, and other paid attractions are not included. Please note: this is a private chauffeur-driven tour. A licensed tour guide is not included.

Step aboard a comfortable covered boat and let an experienced local skipper guide you through the enchanting waterways of Giethoorn. Along the way, hear fascinating stories, hidden gems, and authentic insights that only true Giethoorn locals can provide. Sail past charming 18th- and 19th-century farmhouses with traditional thatched roofs. Surrounded by colorful gardens and crossed by wooden bridges, these picturesque homes are the heart of Giethoorn’s world-famous charm. Glide beneath the village’s signature wooden arch bridges. With over 170 small bridges connecting Giethoorn’s islands, every turn offers a postcard-perfect moment. Experience the serenity of narrow canals where boats replace cars. This unique atmosphere has earned Giethoorn its nickname as the “Dutch Venice.” After your cruise, take a seat our restaurant and enjoy traditional Dutch dishes. From relaxed lunches to memorable dinners by the water, Rietstulp completes your Giethoorn experience — on and off the canals.