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

4.5/5(3 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(7 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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Loosduinen

While visiting Loosduinen, you might make a stop by sights like De Uithof and Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout.

Loosduinen
Carlton Beach

Carlton Beach

4.5 out of 5
Gevers Deynootweg 201, Scheveningen, The Hague
The price is AU$215 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$215
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in The Hague. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Bathrooms are small and have salon doors. Not a lot of privacy."

Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025

Carlton Beach
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 AU$197 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$197
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in The Hague. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Leonardo Royal Hotel Den Haag Promenade
Riva Hotel The Hague

Riva Hotel The Hague

4 out of 5
Brasserskade 221, The Hague
Stay at this 4-star hotel in The Hague. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Riva Hotel The Hague
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.
Hotel Bries Den Haag Scheveningen

Hotel Bries Den Haag Scheveningen

4 out of 5
65 Van Aerssenstraat, The Hague, ZH
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in The Hague. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Scheveningen Beach and Scheveningen ...
Hotel Bries Den Haag Scheveningen
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 WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Scheveningen Beach and Scheveningen ...
Numa The Hague Scheveningen
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 WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Cove Centrum
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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