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Groningen is a welcoming neighbourhood with many tasty options for restaurants and bars. The neighbourhood's architecture, friendly people, and festivals are just some of its charming qualities. Many visitors come to enjoy the natural beauty of the gardens, while others visit for the local live music. Groningen's hotels make a great home base for venturing out into the greater Adorp area.

Sightseeing around Groningen

The area's storied past is told through its historic sites and churches, while the museums provide some cultural flavour. Browse the collections at Institute for Art & Architecture, Universiteitsmuseum, or Noordelijk Scheepvaart Museum. You can buy tickets to live performances at De Molenberg. Learn about local history at Ennemaborg Mansion. Martinikerk, Grote Markt, and Town Hall are well-known local landmarks. Prinsenhof Gardens, Pieterburen Seal Sanctuary, and De Kruidhof Botanical Gardens are family favourites.

Popular activities in the area include shopping and biking. You can spend a leisurely day outdoors at Drentsche AA or Lauwersmeer National Park. If you have some more time, pay a visit to Euroborg, Holthuizen Golf, or Noord Nederlandse Golf.

One of the most popular attractions in the area is the Groninger Museum. You can also head to University of Groningen, Vismarkt, and Noordelijk Scheepvaartmuseum.

Getting around Groningen

To venture out of town, take a train from Groningen Station.

Groningen is 10.4 km (6.5 miles) from the airport in Groningen (GRQ-Eelde). The next closest airport is Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol), located 158.7 km (98.6 miles) away.