Netherlands
The Hague
Although Amsterdam is the official capital, The Hague hosts the government institutions and serves as the country's de facto seat of power. Its calm atmosphere makes it a pleasant place to explore the Netherlands' administrative center.
Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
- Gateway airport
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Best season
- May–Oct
- Time zone
- Europe/Amsterdam
- Sights covered
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Museums & galleries
Mauritshuis
A compact museum in The Hague housing a carefully curated collection of masterpieces. Visitors can view Vermeer's "View of Delft" and works by Rembrandt up close.
Castles & palaces
Huis ten Bosch
One of the official residences of the Dutch royal family in The Hague, it has served as the residence of Queen Beatrix since 1981. Along with the city's other royal palace, it offers a glimpse into the royal family's history.
Temples & religious sites
Nieuwe Kerk Delft
A Protestant church on Delft's Markt square that serves as the royal burial vault of the House of Orange. William I and other members of the royal family are laid to rest here.
Museums & galleries
Kunstmuseum Den Haag
An art museum in The Hague, Netherlands, home to an extensive modern art collection. It houses the world's largest collection of Mondrian works, making it a favorite among art lovers.
Temples & religious sites
Oude Kerk
A Gothic-style Protestant church in the Netherlands. Its 75-meter brick tower leans about 2 meters off vertical, making for a distinctive sight.
Castles & palaces
Noordeinde Palace
One of the official palaces of the Dutch royal family, located in central The Hague. It has served as the working palace of the King and Queen since 2013, offering a close-up look at royal architecture.
Museums & galleries
Escher Museum
A museum housed in a former royal palace in The Hague, Netherlands, dedicated to the works of printmaker Maurits Cornelis Escher. Visitors can wander through the palace interior while getting an up-close look at his art.
Museums & galleries
Prinsenhof
This museum occupies a former monastery where William of Orange lived from 1572 until his assassination in 1584. It offers an up-close look at the history of the Dutch independence movement.
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