What to do in Groningen

Activities, attractions and tours
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Groningen Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Groningen has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Groningen, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Groningen with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Groningen

Groningen is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Groningen, and make it a breeze to explore Groningen and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Groningen to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Groningen, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Groningen.

Groningen attractions

Groningen has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Groningen to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Groningen.

Looking for things to do in Groningen can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Groningen or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Groningen attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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Binnenstad-Zuid

While visiting Binnenstad-Zuid, you might make a stop by sights like Groninger Museum and Art Gallery Erik Zwezerijnen.

Binnenstad-Zuid
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Binnenstad-Oost

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When in Binnenstad-Oost, you can plan a visit to Prinsenhof Gardens and Grote Markt, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Binnenstad-Noord

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Though Binnenstad-Noord may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Prinsenhof Gardens and Grote Markt.

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Oosterpoortbuurt

While visiting Oosterpoortbuurt, you might make a stop by sights like De Oosterpoort and Centrum Beeldende Kunst Groningen.

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Oranjebuurt

While there might not be top attractions in Oranjebuurt, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Grote Markt and Prinsenhof Gardens.

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Hoogkerk

When in Hoogkerk, you can plan a visit to Groninger Museum and Grote Markt, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hoogkerk

Day trip destinations from Groningen