Popular Things To Do In Hague

This capital city of province of South Holland has so much to offer for visitors like Binnenhof complex with Gothic-style architecture, Noordeinde Palace- a 16th-century palace, Peace Palace – UN’s International Court of Justice, fine arts museums, stunning squares, amazing shopping corners, beautiful beaches, etc are there to explore.

1. The Hague tower

Address: Rijswijkseplein 786, 2516 LX Den Haag, Netherlands.

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This skyscraper is the third tallest building in the city with a height of 132meters. It consists of residential flats as well as offices, restaurants, sky bar, and on the 42nd floor, there is a terrace from where you can enjoy the panoramic views of the city.

2. Noordeinde Palace

Address: Noordeinde 68, 2514 GL Den Haag, Netherlands.

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This is the official palace of the Dutch Royal family where you can find the office of King Willem Alexander. It is opened to public in 2016 and you can explore the medieval architecture, beautiful gardens, internal decorations, etc.

3. Mauritshuis Museum

Address: Plein 29, 2511 CS Den Haag, Netherlands.

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This is an amazing art museum in Hague where you can find a large collection of Dutch and Flemish Golden Age paintings. You can find iconic paintings like Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring and amazing artworks by renowned artists like Ruben, Steens, etc.

4. Binnenhof

Address: 2513 AA The Hague, Netherlands.

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This is an amazing 13th century Gothic Castle situated on the banks of Hofvijver Lake. This complex consists of the Office of Prime minister of Netherland, Ministry of General Affairs and States-General of the Netherland. This is considered as a center of politics in the Netherland.

5. Escher in Het Paleis

Address: Lange Voorhout 74, 2514 EH Den Haag, Netherlands.

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This museum house was a former Royal Palace and named after famous artist M C.Escher of 20th century. What was the specialty of his paintings is he applied mathematics and geometry in his graphics art. You can explore his artworks, amazing royal rooms, political illusion experience, etc. This is a popular destination for weddings and events.

6. Madurodam

Address: George Maduroplein 1, 2584 RZ Den Haag, Netherlands.

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This is an amazing miniature park in Hague. You can find the models of all historic and popular buildings around Holland over here. If you are not able to tour entire Holland, this would be a substitute. Water Island, City Center and Innovation Island are the three popular areas in this Park.

7. The Peace Palace

Address: Carnegieplein 2, 2517 KJ Den Haag, Netherlands.

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It was opened in 1913 and houses the International Court of Justice, the Permanent Court of Arbitration, The Hague Academy of International Law and the Peace Palace Library. This Palace is considered as the Temple of Peace and Justice.

8. Panorama Mesdag

Address: Zeestraat 65, 2518 AA Den Haag, Netherlands.

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This is a beautiful beachside art museum with a collection of several beach paintings. From here you can enjoy the 360-degree views of the sea, and the stunning views of Scheveningen fishing village and views of dunes. This museum is named after a renowned 19th-century artist Hendrik Mesdag.

9. Kunstmuseum Den Haag

Address: Stadhouderslaan 41, 2517 HV Den Haag, Netherlands.

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This art museum was opened in 1935 and attracts visitors with beautiful artworks and modern architecture of the building. You can find the world’s biggest collection of Mondrian works over here. Victory Boogie Woogie is the Mondrian's renowned painting over here.

10. Louwman Museum

Address: Leidsestraatweg 57, 2594 BB Den Haag, Netherlands.

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If you are a fan of cars, you must visit this museum. You can find an amazing private collection of classic and antique cars in the world over here. You can see a collection of 250 cars from the period of 1886 to present-day over here. This museum also houses theatre, library, restaurant, etc.

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