Title: Visit Netherlands: Best of Netherlands Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [Netherlands Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Netherlands.d129.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Netherlands](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Netherlands.d129.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Netherlands Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Netherlands.d129.Flight-Destinations)[Netherlands Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Netherlands.d129.Car-Hire-Destinations)[Netherlands Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Netherlands.d129.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Netherlands ## Tourist Guide ![Rijksmuseum which includes heritage architecture, signage and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034421/e10efbfb-d3ba-488b-afb8-f5b151003123.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rijksmuseum which includes heritage architecture, signage and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034421/e10efbfb-d3ba-488b-afb8-f5b151003123.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Muntplein featuring a bay or harbor, a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064657/f58b5a8a-2aba-4c61-8fb4-c142051f297f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Amsterdam showing boating and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123850/84a3eb23-fe83-4ac9-9041-c3e19c456b8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dam Square featuring a square or plaza, outdoor eating and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064619/5c7d40b2-a474-409d-a388-91a7ebfaab98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Taste acclaimed cheeses, wear wooden shoes and cycle beside canals past quaint villages in this traditional treasure in the heart of Europe. The Netherlands has a modern capital city in the midst of charming villages and a flat countryside. Endless tulip fields, traditional farmsteads and pretty canals have inspired some of the most iconic painters for centuries. On the northern coast, relax on the beaches and clamber up the dunes. Among the world’s most progressive and liberal cities, Amsterdam is known for marijuana cafés, legal prostitution and a cycling culture. Take a boat along the labyrinthine canals that meander beneath cobbled lanes and bridges. Go to the Anne Frank House, where a young Jewish girl wrote her famous diary while hiding from the Nazis during World War II. Visit the Red Light District in the De Wallen neighborhood to see the streets of window displays containing male, female and transgender prostitutes. Learn about the history and culture of the city around the grassy plaza of Museumplein, where you will find some of the city’s best museums. Admire the classic works of art by Rembrandt and van Gogh among other masters in the Rijks Museum, the Van Gogh Museum and the Stedelijk Museum. The Hague is the seat of government, with fancy palaces and the majestic Binnenhof or Inner Court. Wander through the pleasant seaside city and view some of the Netherlands’ most important sights. Nearby Rotterdam has a vast river harbor and a thriving nightlife scene. Take a cruise through the port and visit the modern art galleries. Travel north to the quaint historic town of Zaanse Schans for some of Holland’s most traditional customs. It has windmills, wooden houses, cheese workshops and a clog factory. Notice the charming farms that continue to thrive following old Dutch traditions. A little east is Edam, where you can taste its iconic cheese. The country lies in the central northern part of mainland Europe, between Germany and Belgium. Fly to the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and get around by rail or car. The Netherlands is an enchanting country where quaint traditions continue to influence today’s society. ### Popular cities in Netherlands [Amsterdam Known for Museums, Biking and Boating ](https://expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam.dx178229) Wander around a fairy-tale lattice of canals and captivating neighborhoods, where old-world charm is fused with modern luxury and world-famous nightlife. ## Reasons to visit - Anne Frank House - Dam Square - Van Gogh Museum [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam.dx178229)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam-Hotels.d178229.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Rotterdam Known for Shopping, Business and Museums ](https://expedia.co.uk/Rotterdam.dx6035270) The second largest city in the Netherlands not only has a lot to show in terms of modern architecture, it also has great nightlife and countless museums. ## Reasons to visit - Ahoy Rotterdam - Erasmus Bridge - Erasmus MC [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Rotterdam.dx6035270)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Rotterdam-Hotels.d6035270.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [The Hague Known for Dining, Business and Family-friendly ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Hague.dx6046971) Shop till you drop in the city centre, visit the former residence of Princess Beatrix and discover the museums of this versatile city which is a stone's throw from the seaside ## Reasons to visit - Scheveningen Beach - Scheveningen Pier - Madurodam [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Hague.dx6046971)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Hague-Hotels.d6046971.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Utrecht Known for Dining, Shopping and Business ](https://expedia.co.uk/Utrecht.dx10203) Get away to romantic Utrecht! Enjoy the museums, local cuisine and festivals. ## Reasons to visit - Jaarbeurs - Hoog Catharijne - TivoliVredenburg [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Utrecht.dx10203)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Utrecht-Hotels.d10203.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Maastricht Known for Art, Cafes and Cathedrals ](https://expedia.co.uk/Maastricht.dx6047192) Visit the most southerly and burgundian city in the Netherlands. It's a great place for museums, forts and shopping. ## Reasons to visit - Vrijthof - Market - Bonnefanten Museum [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Maastricht.dx6047192)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Maastricht-Hotels.d6047192.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Zandvoort Known for Beaches, Sea and Bars ](https://expedia.co.uk/Zandvoort.dx5362) Discover this relaxing seaside resort and enjoy the sun, the sea and the beach. It's also the perfect base for a day trip to Haarlem or a day in the dunes. ## Reasons to visit - Zandvoort Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Zandvoort.dx5362)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Zandvoort-Hotels.d5362.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Popular places to visit ![Colorful flower beds of hyacinths, tulips and other bulbs in a formal garden, Keukenhof, Netherlands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110982/3aa15299-2a57-488c-80d1-f4e1559cd23a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Keukenhof Gardens Explore Keukenhof Gardens, a favourite green space in Lisse, and also enjoy the area's cycling trails. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Keukenhof-Gardens-Lisse.d6110982.Attraction) ![Anne Frank House featuring street scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034409/caf05a2c-d025-48b7-a4a2-7357176ab5a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anne Frank House See where this brave and famous Jewish teenager hid from the Nazis during World War II and recorded her world-famous diary. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Anne-Frank-House-Amsterdam-City-Centre.d6034409.Attraction) ![Dam Square showing a square or plaza, a city and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064619/c3e2cad1-68dd-4b65-a1ef-f62214f2c950.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dam Square Amsterdam’s iconic square, with its cobbled stones and grand historical buildings, is a lively gathering place and venue for protests and celebrations. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dam-Square-Amsterdam-City-Centre.d6064619.Attraction) ## Regions in Netherlands ![Haarlem which includes a river or creek and a windmill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5311/e750d257-e1ff-44c4-a4ec-2c7921d60cf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### North Holland Visit iconic Amsterdam, beachside Haarlem, Alkmaar’s cheese markets and the multicolored tulip fields in the “Noord.” ![Zeeland featuring farmland and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051226/40314f6d-d92d-4d35-b6e2-770e6b59350a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Zeeland Zeeland is a seaside town in the southwest of the Netherlands and a great destination for an active family holiday. ![The Hague featuring a river or creek, road cycling and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5297/edc1f63b-392b-45ce-bd0d-58b93c619a1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### South Holland This western Dutch province bordered by the long, sandy beaches of the North Sea is home to many of the country’s most remarkable cities and sights. ![Panorama from a road through farmland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051207/95aa755f-1160-46b6-aef4-5c0d4b220265.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Friesland This beautiful province has its own language, ice skating culture and eleven cities that are well worth seeing. Discover charming Friesland! ![Catching sunrise at Berkendonk](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5316/8ce07e31-6395-4fc6-ac0b-a9a38e7ca34b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### North Brabant Visit the Netherlands’ second largest province and combine city trips with a day in Belgium. Enjoy the conviviality typical of Brabant. - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Netherlands ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app