Breda Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Breda
Breda
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Photo by dainybuijsen
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Visit this lovely city with a lot of cultural heritage and charming city centre. It's close to the Belgian border and a number of nature reserves.

Looking for a nice place to spend a weekend away? Why not go to Breda? It's a charming city with great nightlife, excellent restaurants and a slightly different culture. You can pop over to Antwerp for the day, spend a day outdoors or go to an amusement park.

Breda once played an important role in the history of the Netherlands. Some 150 years ago, the Nassaus, the ancestors of the royal family, lived in Breda Castle, which was inherited by William of Orange. Today, the city celebrates its ties with the Nassaus every year on Nassau Day which falls on Whit Monday.

Start your visit to Breda at Grote Markt, the city's main square with the beautiful Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk. Stroll through the streets and take in the charming atmosphere. From here it's a short walk to ’t Sas, a lovely square with up-market shops.

It's also a very short walk to the Begijnhof where you'll find an oasis of tranquillity surrounded by some 30 homes and a herb garden. If you're looking for nice day trips outside the city, consider going to De Biesbosch which is just north of Breda. This national park is the perfect place to walk, canoe or take a boat ride.

If you're with the kids, the Efteling is a real must. Have fun on the rides, walk through the enchanted forest and enjoy a performance. Breda really is a diverse city!

The city centre is small and easy to explore on foot. Fun alternatives to walking are a horse-drawn carriage and even an electric train. If you're travelling by car, park at your hotel or one of the parking garages. You can park cheaply near the station at one of the park and ride (P+R) parking lots. Amsterdam and Rotterdam are the best airports to fly into. There are several trains an hour to Breda from Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam Central Station.

Visit Breda, a lovely city and the ideal base for outdoor activities with your kids or partner.

Where to stay in Breda

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Breda Centrum

5/5(8 area reviews)

Breda Centrum is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Grote Markt and Holland Casino Breda.

Breda Centrum
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City

If you're spending some time in City, Grote Markt and Begijnhof are top sights worth seeing.

City
Intercityhotel Breda
Intercityhotel Breda
2 out of 5
Stationslaan 416, Breda
The price is £76 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£76
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Breda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Breda Castle and Begijnhof are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (180 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and spacious. Until the central station closes location is very good, but after you have to walk around the station. Still it is just 15minutes. In the morning I was a little bit cold even tough rest of the day temperature is good. Main missing thing is fridge. You have to get down ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Intercityhotel Breda
Bastion Hotel Breda
Bastion Hotel Breda
3 out of 5
Lage Mosten 4, Breda
The price is £63 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£63
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Breda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (426 reviews)
"Staff at the hotel was friendly but when we got into the room, the room looks clean but only just a “look” and all towels in the rooms was dirty and we didn’t want to use so first night we didn’t use towels from hotel but uses own small towels. Next day room was clean (finally) but with this room ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025

Bastion Hotel Breda
Leonardo Hotel Breda City Center
Leonardo Hotel Breda City Center
2.5 out of 5
Stationsplein 14, Breda
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £89 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£89
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Breda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (536 reviews)
"Good place to stay near the train and bus stations"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Leonardo Hotel Breda City Center
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.
Detached chalet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
Detached chalet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
Kaatsheuvel, North Brabant
Stay at this holiday home in Kaatsheuvel. Enjoy a garden and patios. Popular attractions Efteling Theme Park and Pukkemuk are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
"Die Unterkunft war schön gewesen und der ganze Resort Kaatsheuvel war auch sehr schön nur ging der TV leider nicht auf deutsch zu stellen aber es war jetzt nicht so schlimm gewesen da wir tagsüber nur unterwegs waren zum angeln da leider der eine Stern Abzug aber ich komme immer wieder gerne zu euch ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

Detached chalet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
Detached chalet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
Detached chalet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
Kaatsheuvel, North Brabant
Stay at this holiday home in Kaatsheuvel. Enjoy a garden and patios. Popular attractions Efteling Theme Park and Pukkemuk are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Kurzurlaub mit Hund
"Der Aufenthalt war fabelhaft. Unser Bungalow für 4 Personen war super modern eingerichtet. Es hat an nichts gefehlt. Unser Hund durfte auch mit rein, was will man mehr. Unterm Strich: Super Lage, sehr sehr sauber, Hunde- und Kinderfreundlich. Wir würden jederzeit wiederkommen!"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2023

Detached chalet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
Eagle 8p - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8
Eagle 8p - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8
Oosterhout
Stay at this villa in Oosterhout. Enjoy a garden, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Breda Castle and Begijnhof are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (36 reviews)
Spacious property
"Less to do for younger age range on site. Spacious property with most of what you need, although no toaster."

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2024

Eagle 8p - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8
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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Reviews of Breda

4.3
Top destination
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5 - Excellent 36%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lovely feel to the place. Shop, train and restuarant staff all friendly.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful park very relaxing to walk through or just to sit and watch the world go by Can’t wait to return!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Breda is a wonderful place to visit, lots of shops and very nice people.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely place, excellent shopping, lots of places to eat & drink. Great transport. Clean, friendly & simply a gorgeous place. I would highly recommend going there.