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12 places · 15 h 15 min of sightseeing · 3 days

Mauritshuis, The Hague

How many days do you need in The Hague?

12 places add up to 15 h 15 min of pure sightseeing. At 6 hours a day, not counting walking and meals, that's 3 days.

The best-known places in order, as long as they fit into 6 hours of sightseeing a day. Sightseeing only, without walking and meals — build the day-by-day plan with opening hours and the route in a RouteMarket notebook.

1 day — 6 h

2 days — 11 h 50 min

3 days — 15 h 15 min

Top sights

Ordered by how well known each place is. Data: OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia.

  1. Mauritshuis — 2 h visit. In a 17th-century noble residence, not a typical gallery, one can admire world-class masterpieces of the Dutch Golden Age. Hours: Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00 · Mon 13:00–18:00.
  2. Peace Palace — 1 h visit. It houses the International Court of Justice of the UN and the Permanent Court of Arbitration, which distinguishes its function from other historical buildings.
  3. Madurodam — 2 h 30 min visit. Unlike traditional amusement parks, it presents interactive miniatures of the most important buildings and landscapes of the Netherlands on a 1:25 scale.
  4. Binnenhof — 1 h 30 min visit. Since the 13th century, it has been the political center of the Netherlands, housing the parliament and the prime minister's offices, which distinguishes it from other complexes.
  5. Huis ten Bosch — 45 min visit. This is one of the Dutch royal palaces that can only be admired from the outside.
  6. Kunstmuseum Den Haag — 2 h 30 min visit. It focuses on modern art, design, and fashion, offering a different experience than museums with old masters. Hours: Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00.
  7. Noordeinde Palace — 45 min visit. Its gardens are open to the public, setting it apart from many other royal residences.
  8. Ridderzaal — 30 min visit. The central building of the Binnenhof complex, from the 13th century, famous for its impressive wooden roof resembling an inverted ship's hull.
  9. Escher in Het Paleis — 1 h 40 min visit. In the former royal palace, one discovers the world of optical illusions and impossible constructions by M.C. Escher, unlike in traditional galleries. Hours: Tue–Sun 11:00–17:00.
  10. Mobarak Moskee — 20 min visit. Built in 1955, it is the oldest purpose-built mosque in the Netherlands, which distinguishes it from other temples.
  11. Grote Kerk — 45 min visit. The main Protestant church in The Hague, built in the 15th century, with a tall octagonal tower open to visitors. Hours: Tue–Sat 11:00–17:00 · Sun 14:00–17:00.
  12. Museum Bredius — 1 h visit. It focuses on 17th-century Dutch art, showcasing works by Rembrandt and Jan Steen in a historic townhouse.
  13. Galerij Prins Willem V — 45 min visit. Opened in 1774, it was one of the first public art galleries in the Netherlands with an original exhibition layout.
  14. Yi Jun Peace Museum — 1 h 30 min visit. The intimate interiors of this museum allow for a peaceful admiration of exclusively Asian art and crafts, providing an escape from the urban hustle and bustle.
  15. Museum Beelden aan Zee — 1 h 40 min visit. It presents sculptures in an open coastal landscape, offering a direct connection between art and nature, which you won't find in classical galleries. Hours: Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00.
  16. Louwman Museum — 3 h visit. It presents an extensive and detailed collection of vintage cars and motorcycles, being the only place dedicated to automotive history. Hours: Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00.
  17. De Mesdag Collectie — 1 h 15 min visit. Painter Mesdag's private collection, presented in his historic villa, offers an intimate insight into the work of the Hague School.
  18. Familiepark Drievliet — 5 h visit. An amusement park with rollercoasters and carousels, offering active and exciting experiences, unlike watching miniatures or films.
  19. Kinderboekenmuseum — 2 h visit. It offers interactive exhibitions focused exclusively on children's literature, actively encouraging young ones to read and explore books. Hours: Sep–Jun: Tue–Fri 10:30–17:00 · Sep–Jun: Sat,Sun 09:00–17:00 · Jul–Aug: Mon–Sun 10:30–17:00.
  20. Oranjehotel — 2 h visit. This former Nazi prison allows entry into authentic prison cells, offering an immersive experience of wartime history.
  21. Malieveld — 45 min visit. This large open area in the center serves as the only venue for mass public events, concerts, and protests.
  22. Huis van het boek — 1 h 30 min visit. It is the only museum dedicated exclusively to the history of books, printing, and readership, presenting the development of writing over the centuries. Hours: Tue–Sun 11:00–17:00.
  23. Kloosterkerk — 45 min visit. It originated from a Dominican monastery from the turn of the 13th and 14th centuries, now also serving as a venue for royal events.
  24. Indisch monument — 15 min visit. It exclusively commemorates the victims from the Dutch East Indies, offering a quiet space for reflection on this specific piece of history.

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What to see in The Hague in one day?

Mauritshuis, Peace Palace, Madurodam, Ridderzaal.

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