The 18 most beautiful sights and museums to visit in Haarlem
Be amazed by the beautiful Haarlem during a day in the city. Stroll through an inner city full of history and discover traces of the Eighty Years' War and Golden Age. Sit among more than 4,000 monuments, visit one of the many courtyards and see many sights. Haarlem is also rich in museums. Surround yourself with contemporary art, see treasures of science and let yourself be toured by paintings by famous grandmasters. We are happy to tell you which places you can't miss. Save your favorites on your city guide and explore.
Molen De Adriaan
Enjoy the view, looking over the Spaarne and Haarlem. In the museum you will get acquainted with the age-old technique of converting wind into energy.
Museum Het Dolhuys
This museum of the mind depicts man in all its facets, especially those who deviate from the applicable standard in the Netherlands.
Grote Kerk
A landmark in the city. The medieval church is built in the Gothic style and located on the Grote Markt.
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Corrie Ten Boomhuis
This house shows how Jewish people in hiding could hide behind a false wall in Corrie ten Boom's bedroom.
Amsterdamse poort
Since about 1400 this gate welcomes you in Haarlem. It's the only gate left of the original twelve gates.
Frans Hals Museum - Hal
Modern and contemporary art can be found this location of the Frans Hals Museum. People and society are central to the exhibitions.
Teylers Museum
The oldest museum in the Netherlands where the public has been welcome since 1784 to look at objects of art and science.
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Archeologisch Museum
This museum is very appropriately underground. You will get to know the history of Haarlem through finds from the soil.
Frans Hals Museum - Hof
Frans Hals is the most famous painter in Haarlem. The museum named after him shows a selection of his most beautiful and greatest paintings.
Taverne De Waag
At the Spaarne is perhaps the most famous music café in Haarlem. Musicians from all over the world are still performing here every week.
Grote Markt
In the heart of the center of Haarlem you will find the Grote Markt. The square is the ideal location to relax thanks to its many terraces.
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Teylers Hofje
Thanks to the large pompous entrance, the Teylers Hofje is not really hidden. Since its inception in 1787, the courtyard has been offering living space to lonely ladies.
Kleine Houtstraat
Not just any street. The Kleine Houtstraat has often been chosen as the nicest shopping street in the Netherlands. This is thanks to the many special shops.
Santiago de Compostella
The marking on the street may not tell you much at first glance. But the stripes are the starting point of the pilgrimage to Santiago.
Museum Haarlem
Discover the city's stories. In this historic city museum, speaking exhibitions will teach you all about the rich history of Haarlem and its surroundings.
Fotogalerie De Gang
The Hallway is the old entrance to the Mennonite Church. By means of exhibitions, photographers connect the outside world with the church.
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