Haarlem
Netherlands · North Holland · 3 m
Description
Haarlem is a historic city on the Spaarne River and an important center of art, culture, and commerce near Amsterdam. The city is known for the Grote Markt, dominated by the impressive Grote or St. Bavo’s Church, the Renaissance Vleeshal, and a well-preserved old town of canals, historic streets, and distinctive almshouses. The Frans Hals Museum celebrates the celebrated painter of the Dutch Golden Age, while the Teylers Museum, founded in 1778, is considered the oldest museum in the Netherlands. Haarlem combines medieval character with rich artistic and cultural heritage, offering many of Amsterdam’s historic charms on a more intimate scale. It is also a popular day-trip destination.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 1 day)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June or September
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Highlights
- Grote Markt & St. Bavo Church
- Vleeshal (Renaissance meat hall)
- Frans Hals Museum
- Teylers Museum
- Haarlem historic city center
- Windmill De Adriaan
- Spaarne river & canal-side streets
- Amsterdamse Poort
- Haarlem City Hall
- Grote or St.-Bavokerk interior
- Haarlem weekly market
- Molen De Eenhoorn
- Haarlemmerhout park
- Proveniershof courtyard
- Jopenkerk Haarlem
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Haarlem