Title: Terschelling Island Travel Guide: Best of Terschelling Island, Friesland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Terschelling Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Terschelling-Island-Hotels.d180703.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Terschelling Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Terschelling-Island-Holiday-Rentals.d180703.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Terschelling Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Terschelling-Island.d180703.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Terschelling Island Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Terschelling-Island.d180703.Car-Hire-Guide)[Terschelling Island Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Terschelling-Island.d180703.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Terschelling Island Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Photo by Jan Lalkens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ab1a5ea3a8833aed845e22d29b739c69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Jan Lalkens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ab1a5ea3a8833aed845e22d29b739c69.jpg) ![Photo by Menno Biesiot](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3f6c3821b37c666bf54498f3ea56589a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Menno Biesiot](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3f6c3821b37c666bf54498f3ea56589a.jpg) ![Photo by Suzanne Vidal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d44d7c36d5e6c8beb288c16082701eb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Suzanne Vidal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d44d7c36d5e6c8beb288c16082701eb9.jpg) ## Visit Terschelling Island Things to do #### Discover the rugged nature, culture and salty sea air on this fantastic Wadden Sea island, perfect for a relaxing holiday or weekend away. Enjoy the space, the nature and the wide offer of activities on Terschelling. The island is perfect for long walks on the beach or bicycle tours with your partner. If you’re visiting with the whole family, you can walk the mudflats, visit a museum or take a tour in a covered wagon. The island has a rich history. One of the island's most famous residents was William Barentsz who led a number of expeditions in the 16th century. You will see his name in a number of places on the island. Museum 't Behouden Huys in West-Terschelling is the perfect place to learn more about the history of Terschelling and its inhabitants. And the kids will love the interactive museum. West-Terschelling is also home to the Centrum voor Natuur en Landschaap and the famous Brandaris lighthouse. This 55 metre high lighthouse is in the centre of West-Terschelling and is the oldest in the Netherlands. The interactive Wrakkenmuseum in Formerum exhibits artefacts from shipwrecks. Admission to the museum is free for people taller than 2 metres or shorter than 1 metre. Just like the other islands, a lot of walking and fishing are done on Terschelling. Take your own bicycle with you or hire one there and explore the rugged beaches, fantastic dunes and quaint villages. Looking for a faster alternative? Cars are allowed on the island. There's also a scheduled bus service which will get you around the island. Terschelling is easy to reach by ferry from the Friesian town of Harlingen. The crossing to West-Terschelling takes 1:45 hours. If you don't take your car or bicycle with you, you can take the fast ferry which does the crossing in 45 minutes. Whatever you do, Terschelling has something for everyone all year round. Enjoy this beautiful Wadden Sea island, rich in both culture and nature. - Top hotels in Terschelling Island - Top Holiday Rentals in Terschelling Island ![WestCord Hotel Schylge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3900/3859/4a9514e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### WestCord Hotel Schylge Burg. van Heusdenweg 37 West-Terschelling Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £93 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in West-Terschelling. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (235 reviews) Friendly front desk staff, restaurant on Site and the public transport picks up right outside the hotel Reviewed on 14 Sept 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=3859&PinnedHotelID=3859&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=180703) ![Hotel Bornholm](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10020000/10010700/10010698/7d47caaa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Bornholm Hoofdweg 6 West-Terschelling £131 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in West-Terschelling. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (169 reviews) Excellent hotel, new, good restaurant, nice terrasses. A bit far from village but an easy and pleasant walk (if the weather is nice of course). Airco in the room (64) was not functioning well, other room was OK. Reviewed on 30 Jun 2022 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=10010698&PinnedHotelID=10010698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=180703) ![Westcord WTC Hotel Leeuwarden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2595400/2595352/eb2d8d99_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Westcord WTC Hotel Leeuwarden Heliconweg 52 Leeuwarden £90 11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Leeuwarden. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (609 reviews) Nice Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F01%2F2026&endDate=12%2F01%2F2026&selected=2595352&PinnedHotelID=2595352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=180703) [See all 592 properties in Terschelling Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=23%2F12%2F2025&endDate=24%2F12%2F2025®ionId=180703) 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. ![Idyllic thatched cottage in close proximity to the beach ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34070000/34061900/34061825/388f00fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Idyllic thatched cottage in close proximity to the beach Buren Frater Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Buren. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Nature Center Ameland and Nes Beach ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (125 reviews) gezellig We had a wonderful time in this cozy house. It is in an ideal location, with a lovely dune walk to the beach and direct access to great bike trail just down the street. Reviewed on 19 Aug 2022 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Buren-Hotels-Idyllic-Thatched-Cottage-In-Close-Proximity-To-The-Beach.h34061825.Hotel-Information) ![Ferienwohnung auf Ameland für 5 Prs. ganz nah Strand-Dunen-Meer und leuchtturm](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33595100/33595078/af89cd61_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ferienwohnung auf Ameland für 5 Prs. ganz nah Strand-Dunen-Meer und leuchtturm Hollum Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Hollum. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Reddingsmuseum Abraham Fock and Ameland ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (34 reviews) Nice apartment Good location near beach and lighthouse and restaurants. The hotel pool is free to use and free of charge. In short: nice place to stay. Reviewed on 2 Nov 2020 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hollum-Hotels-Ferienwohnung-Auf-Ameland-Fur-6-Prs-Ganz-Nah-Strand-Dunen-Meer-Und-Leuchtturm.h33595078.Hotel-Information) ![Cozy FH for 6 people, quiet location, swimming pool, pets on request](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33620000/33610900/33610840/e9b699e2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy FH for 6 people, quiet location, swimming pool, pets on request De Cocksdorp NH Stay at this holiday home in De Cocksdorp. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and bike hire on-site. Popular attractions Texelse Golf and Vuurtorenweg Texel ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews) Excellent stay in a lovely place Excellent stay in a lovely place. The apartment was excellent and more than we could have asked for. De Krim itself was a lovely park/base for our holiday with a great swimming pool, reasonable bike hire and good restaurant/supermarket. Only thing to note is make sure you bring your own towels are ... 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Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brandaris-Lighthouse-West-Terschelling.d6113214.Attraction) #### VVV Information Centre After visiting VVV Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in West-Terschelling. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/VVV-Information-Centre-West-Terschelling.d888913668319023104.Attraction) #### Center for Nature and Landscape You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Center for Nature and Landscape during your travels in West-Terschelling. Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Center-For-Nature-And-Landscape-West-Terschelling.d6113212.Attraction) #### De Boschplaat Explore the great outdoors at De Boschplaat, a lovely green space in Oosterend. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's countryside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/De-Boschplaat-Oosterend.d6113216.Attraction) #### Terschelling Museum 't Behouden Huys You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Terschelling Museum 't Behouden Huys in Hoorn. Take in the entertainment choices and countryside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Terschelling-Museum-T-Behouden-Huys-Hoorn.d553248621533170101.Attraction) #### Museum 't Behouden Huys You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum 't Behouden Huys during your trip to West-Terschelling. Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area. 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