Netherlands City Breaks

The Netherlands is a great choice for city breaks from the UK, with convenient cheap flights operating from many UK airports. Probably the most popular and accessible city break destination in the Netherlands is Amsterdam, famous as one of Europe’s most liberal and diverse capital cities. Amsterdam is also a picturesque capital with an extensive network of UNESCO World Heritage listed canals criss-crossing the city allowing for relaxing canal boat rides or strolls along the many canal paths whilst on a city break in Amsterdam. Art and history abound too, with attractions such as the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank House making Amsterdam an excellent choice for a cultural city break in Europe. Hire a bike in the capital for a unique and popular way to see the sights and experience Amsterdam like a local.  

 

Situated to the south of Amsterdam, The Hague is another good option for city breaks in the Netherlands. An eclectic mix of traditional and modern architecture marks out The Hague’s striking skyline while its location on the North Sea provides a serene backdrop with two distinct beach resorts popular with locals and visitors alike. Nearby Rotterdam is the Netherland’s second largest city after Amsterdam offering a vibrant selection of culture and entertainment for those in search of a lively city break in the Netherlands. As the largest port in Europe, Rotterdam is home to a thriving international community giving rise to a diverse range of entertainment and cuisine. Those keen on a shopping city break will also enjoy the many bustling shopping streets across the city.

 

For those in search of something a little further off the beaten track, the Netherlands is also home to a number of smaller attractive city break destinations. Why not head out of Amsterdam to beautiful Utrecht centred around the striking Dom Tower. Here you can enjoy a wealth of cultural attractions including nine major museums and a selection of arts and music venues. Alternatively, try a relaxing break in the university city of Tilburg. Visit in July to experience the city’s 10-day long funfair, one of many annual festivals and events. If you’re considering a city break to one of these destinations, you may want to consider extending your weekend break by a few days to allow time to travel as most flights, especially those operated by the budget airlines will fly to the major cities in the Netherlands from where you can easily catch a train to your chosen Netherlands city break destination.