10 TOP Things to Do in Haarlem March 2026

Haarlem showing a river or creek and boating

Haarlem which includes a river or creek and a windmill

Teylers Museum featuring art and interior views

Frans Hals Museum featuring art and interior views as well as a large group of people

Haarlem Attractions

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Places of interest in Haarlem

Haarlem is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Haarlem, and make it a breeze to explore Haarlem 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 Haarlem 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.

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Haarlem attractions

Haarlem 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 Haarlem 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 Haarlem.

Looking for things to do in Haarlem 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 Haarlem or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Haarlem attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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Tours & day trips

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Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

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Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Amsterdam

Food, drink & nightlife

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Amsterdam: A'DAM Lookout Ticket and Lunch or Dinner Voucher

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Adventure & outdoor

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Amsterdam: Windmill, Cheese, and Countryside E-Bike Tour

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Water activities

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Amsterdam: Open Boat City Cruise & optional Unlimited Drinks

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Recommended things to do in Haarlem

Number of things to do	1189
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Amsterdam off the Beaten Path A Self Guided Expedition: £3
Top 5 things to do	I amsterdam City Card Amsterdam: GVB Public Transport Ticket Keukenhof Ticket + Transfer from Amsterdam Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station Amsterdam: Luxury Candlelight Cruise incl. Shot & Snacks
Half-day tours	Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station Amsterdam: Luxury Candlelight Cruise incl. Shot & Snacks Amsterdam Evening Cocktail Cruise with snacks Moco Museum: Banksy, Basquiat, Warhol, Kusama & More Amsterdam Evening Cosy & Small Cruise & Drinks and Bites - Sunset
With kids	Keukenhof Ticket + Transfer from Amsterdam Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station City Sightseeing Amsterdam Hop-On Hop-Off Bus& Optional Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Moco Museum: Banksy, Basquiat, Warhol, Kusama & More Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam

What to do in Haarlem

Popular places to visit

Grote Markt

Try local delicacies of salted herring, buttery poffertjes and gooey stroopwafels and relax in a cozy café overlooking the buildings of this ancient town square.

Cathedral of Saint Bavo

See the unusual mix of architectural styles in this beautiful Catholic Church. Enjoy a performance by the choir, specially trained at a nearby musical school.

Frans Hals Museum

See the works of one of the most talented Dutch Master painters. Let the art transport you back to Haarlem as it was in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Teylers Museum

Experience the Enlightenment. Discover an 18th-century merchant’s collection of art, natural history, geology and science in harmonious neoclassical architecture.

Corrie Ten Boomhuis which includes street scenes

Corrie Ten Boom House

Visit the historic house where a courageous family hid about 800 Jews and underground resistance fugitives from the Nazis in a secret wardrobe compartment.

Grote Kerk showing heritage elements and heritage architecture

St. Bavo Church

Explore earlier times inside the 15th-century church, nicknamed “Jan with the High Shoulders,” that was at the heart of Haarlem’s community.

Amsterdamse Poort

After visiting Amsterdamse Poort, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oude Stad. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Corrie ten Boom House

You can find out about the history of Oude Stad with a stop at Corrie ten Boom House. Add the area's churches or shops to your travel plans.

Stadhuis

After a hard day hunting stags in the 13th century, Count William II of Holland could enjoy the comfort of his hunting lodge, now the city hall of Haarlem.

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Centrum

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

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

Windmill de adriaan and cityscape reflections on spaarne river in haarlem, netherlands

Stationsbuurt

5/5(9 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Stationsbuurt, Hofje van Staats and Tmall History Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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