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Utrecht: De Haar Castle and Park Entrance Ticket

1. Utrecht: De Haar Castle and Park Entrance Ticket

Immerse yourself in history at iconic De Haar Castle. Admire its picture book medieval architecture, see its opulent interior, learn about the famous guests who have stayed there, and explore its tranquil grounds. Encounter a medieval fortress with towers and ramparts, moats, gates, and drawbridges. Marvel at the setting as the fairytale-like castle rises majestically from parkland filled with impressive trees, old gardens, and ponds. Take a walk in its tranquil parklands. Visit the Rose Garden or Roman Garden. Discover its ponds and canals, as well as the many bridges, romantic vistas, and impressive avenues ideal for long walks or picnics.

Utrecht: National Railway Museum Admission Ticket

2. Utrecht: National Railway Museum Admission Ticket

The Dutch Railway Museum, also known as the Het Spoorwegmuseum, is your chance to explore the wonderful world of trains. Explore the museum's extensive collection of locomotives, carriages, scale models, steam engines, paintings, and railway material and objects. Visitors to the Railway Museum enter through the fully restored historic Maliebaan Station built-in 1874. While in the museum, you can see the impressive SS 13, also known as De Bril. While you're at the Railway Museum, visit its 3 saloon coaches and the authentic Royal waiting room. Take a behind-the-scenes look at a railway yard throughout the age of steam. Walk along with the Maliebaan Station platform and visit the Model Stockroom, which is filled with a collection of railway models. Take a ride on the Steel Monster and explore under, between, and above steam engines. Visit the Techlab while at the Railway Museum and learn everything there is to know about electric trains.

Utrecht: Museum Speelklok Entry Ticket

3. Utrecht: Museum Speelklok Entry Ticket

Discover the whimsical world of self-playing instruments with this entry ticket to the Museum Speelklok in Utrecht. Listen to instruments that are over a century old. Join the free hourly tour and dive into the history of these instruments. Experience the creative music that comes from the smallest music box and the largest barrel organ. See old musical clocks, musical boxes, orchestrions (self-playing orchestras), and traditional Dutch street organs. Admire the famous street organ named Arabier and the so-called 8th world wonder, the Violina. Marvel at the skill of the those the restore these precious items and keep them playing for generation after generation to enjoy. Visit the Museum Expedition to hear about the magical stories, technical craftsmanship, and remarkable music of the different musical instruments. Spend the day listening and learning with the whole family.

Utrecht: Centraal Museum Entrance Ticket

4. Utrecht: Centraal Museum Entrance Ticket

The Centraal Museum is located in the heart of the city, with a beautiful monumental garden and café to escape the busy centre. Get the unique chance to visit the temporary exhibition 'New Horizons' that starts from the era of the Italianate painters in the seventeenth century to examine how contemporary artists and makers relate to the theme of journeying through a landscape. It is an exhibition about inspiration, and about finding it close to home or instead far away. Come up close and personal with Miffy creator Dick Bruna’s studio containing his original furniture, books and sketches. Explore Utrecht’s ancient Ship in the museum attic. End your visit in the garden view Museum Café for a local drinks, lunch and snacks. And don’t forget to have a look at the museum shop for exclusive Miffy, Rietveld and Utrecht-themed presents.

Utrecht: Lofen Palace Time Travel Entry ticket

5. Utrecht: Lofen Palace Time Travel Entry ticket

Did you know a hidden imperial palace lies beneath Utrecht? 900 years ago, the course of Dutch history changes here. A fire destroyed the palace and its memory was lost. However, the remains can still be found – concealed in cellars beneath the modern city. Step back in time to medieval Utrecht and wander beneath the arches of Lofen Palace. In the Middle Ages, Utrecht was part of the Holy Roman Empire. This was a gigantic empire that stretched over much of Europe. To rule this empire, the emperor traveled from palace to palace. Also in Utrecht stood one of his palaces, called Lofen. On 2 June 1122 Emperor Henry V granted Utrecht city rights. One of the charters states: 'Data in palacio imperatoris in Traiecto, quod vulgor Lofen dicitur', or issued in the imperial palace in Utrecht, which is popularly called Lofen. But obtaining the city rights was not without a struggle. Lofen Palace was probably destroyed during a major nine-day city fire in 1253. The palace is no longer used as such after that. The location then becomes the property of the chapter of the Dom Church. For centuries, the remains of Lofen Palace have been hidden and forgotten. The palace was 'discovered' again in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. You can now be part of the rediscovery

Utrecht: Hoge Woerd Museum Entry Ticket with Audio Tour

6. Utrecht: Hoge Woerd Museum Entry Ticket with Audio Tour

Make the most of your visit to Utrecht with a ticket to the Hoge Woerd Museum and treat yourself to an audio tour of all the museum's treasures. Liven your experience with a choice between the ship, ramparts, or expo-wing auido tour.  Discover an ancient Roman ship with its complete furnishing, climb up the walls of the towering fort. The museum offers three thematic tours covering all the treasures of the museum. Select the ship tour to learn everything there is to know about the unique Roman ship which is the crown jewel of the museum’s collection. Find out how did the ship sank, who was on board, and what treasures were found around the ship. Pick the ramparts tour to enter the ramparts of the imposing fortress and immerse yourself in the life of a garrison town on the edge of the Roman world in 200 CE. Enjoy the views and hear about what happened in and around the fortress at this time. Take the expo wing audio tour to become an archaeologist and follow the trail of 3000-years of living and working history. This exhibition highlights the most striking moments and findings from 25 years of excavations in this part of Utrecht. 

Cultural and Historical Audio Guided Walking Tour of Utrecht

7. Cultural and Historical Audio Guided Walking Tour of Utrecht

Welcome to Utrecht, the beating heart of the Netherlands. This audio tour takes you through the medieval old town with numerous cultural and historical treasures. We take you back in time. You can climb the 465 steps to the top of the iconic Dom Tower and enjoy an amazing view, visit the best museums in the Netherlands, stroll along the legendary Oudegracht and visit other remarkable sights to complete your visit to Utrecht to make it unforgettable. Please note that due to the Covid-19 measures, certain sights and/or opening times may differ. During our Utrecht tour, you will get to know the city of Utrecht in a unique way. This way you see the city from a different perspective and you visit the special sights that this medieval city has to offer. During our Utrecht tour you will pass the following sights: Climb the 465 steps of the 112 meter high Domtoren Visit the monumental building the Paushuize Walk along the working-class neighborhood of the Zeven Steegjes in the city center Visit the nationally listed building Huis Zoudenbalch in the center of Utrecht

Full Day Private Dutch Golden Age Cities Tour

8. Full Day Private Dutch Golden Age Cities Tour

Hoorn: Welcome to Hoorn, the city of the Golden Age. We will take you across the city of Hoorn including the Old City centre, and the historic square and we will visit some of the monumental buildings associated with both the East India Company and the West Indies Company. Visit the lovely harbour and if you wish, the famous West Frisian Museum. Hoorn was a prosperous city during the Golden Age and you witness the same in every step you take at the city centre. Enkhuizen: This is a historic town located on the shores of what was once the Zuider Zee. The city is full of history and home to over 300 national monuments. The iconic city gate, the city hall and the famous Pepper House which was used by The Dutch East Indies to store pepper in the golden age. There is a possibility to take a boat trip during the summertime. The city is located near the Ijsselmeer (lake) and offers breathtaking views. Zuider Zee Museum: Welcome to one of the finest museums in The Netherlands. Zuiderzee Museum is both an outdoor and an indoor museum that showcases the life of people who lived in what was once the Zuider Zee ( Southern Sea). You get to witness the objects, clothing and ships used historically by the locals as well the buildings and houses from that time. There is never a dull moment when you are in the Zuider Zee Museum.

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This is a BEAUTIFUL castle. SO ornately detailed. 10000 times worth the visit! Try to go for the Christmas Festival/Market. The employees at the Castle are amazingly knowledgeable and passionate about sharing the history with you. Kind and friendly. FIVE star experience.

An absolute must, get the train to the museum from Utrecht Central if you can it’s worth it

We loved this! We also came at the time of the Christmas Market. So fun!

Pristine condition (almost newly built) with great family history.

It is beautiful there, my family enjoyed the time.