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Excursion tour in The Hague. Top architecture - monuments, castles, temples and palaces

Gemeentemuseum 1. Music lovers should visit Hague during the period of the jazz festival. It is held annually in July and attracts thousands of fans of this musical direction.
2. Fans of nightlife should visit Binnenhof district, where they will find most attractive and popular venues. The local nightclubs are not only a great place to dance and to listen to your favorite music, but also a good reason to visit the surrounding bars, many of which offer delicious menu.
3. The most reasonably priced shops are located near the Passage. Here you will find pavilions with clothing, electronics stores, and several antique shops.
4. The waterfront area is the best destination for souvenirs. Here you will find the largest number of most original shops.
5. If you want to see the sights of the city, we suggest making a cycling tour. You will find a number of fascinating excursions that are organized for tourists. Of course, you observe the sights on your own. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Flower market is the best place to buy beautiful flowers at great prices. There are always many tourists here, so sellers have accustomed to foreigners and are always glad to answer all their questions.
7. Fans of beach holidays should not forget to go to Scheveningen district. Local beaches have excellent conditions for outdoor activities. Here you will find sports facilities, and equipment rentals. Those, who want to relax in tranquil atmosphere, should not forget to visit Kiykduin district.
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8. If you want to make a trip to the seaside area, make sure you don’t forget to bring warm clothing with you. It’s quite cold in the evenings, even in summer.
9. If local attractions are not enough for you, it is high time to go on a trip to Delft. You can reach it by trams, which run from early morning till late evening.
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What to visit being in The Hague - unique sights

Madurodam

From the series “Famous Miniature Museums of Architectural Objects and Cities”
Check on the map:   Distance from The Hague center - 1.8 km.
Madurodam received its name in honour of the famous student from Curacao George Maduro, who sacrificed his life in fight against the Nazi occupying forces. The initiators of the construction of the park were parents of the deceased student. For many years after the opening, all the proceeds of Madurodam were transferred to charitable purposes. The park of miniatures actively cooperates with various youth and charitable organizations nowadays. For tourists, Madurodam is a great opportunity to see the iconic sights of Holland in one place. The beautiful Royal Palace, the Mauritshuis Museum, the modern Schiphol Airport and the Rijksmuseum are just a few of the realistic mock-ups available for study. … Read further

Oede Kerk in Delft

From the series “Falling towers and buildings”
Check on the map:   Distance from The Hague center - 8.8 km.
The Oude Kerk is usually considered as a single complex with an old cemetery. It is located on its territory. There are about 400 burials on it. The graves of famous military figures, politicians, as well as artists and cultural figures, are located here. The Old Church is located near the canal. It caused it to roll heavily. It was decided to "move" the canal a little before construction began. It was filled in by moving it a few meters. The ground was too soft where the canal had been filled in. Therefore, the foundation began to sink quickly. The church tilted as a result. … Read further

Tips for the cities around The Hague

Delft
3. Tips are usually included in the final bill of local restaurants and cafes, but you can please obliging waiters and hotel workers by adding 5 - 10% more to the total sum. 4. Many stores and shopping malls are closed on Sundays and Mondays. However, they work ... Open »
Rotterdam
3. It’s not recommended to wear clothes made of fur and leather for your walk in Rotterdam. In this city there are quite a lot of people who actively protect animal rights, so your look can cause many negative emotions and thoughts. 4. Dancing is not common in ... Open »
Amsterdam
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Utrecht
3. Despite the fact that telephone booths begin to disappear from city streets, they can still be found in busy tourist areas, close to major supermarkets and entertainment places. Street pay phones are the best option for long-distance and international calls; they ... Open »
Breda
3. The line voltage is 220V. Hotels have standard European plug sockets. 4. The best way to make international calls is to use special telephones that are usually present close to all bus stops, large shopping centers, and governmental offices. You will need a ... Open »
Antwerpen
3. Smoking is prohibited in public places, so those tourists, who suffer from this addiction, have to search for specially designated smoking rooms. You also should not ask for an ashtray in restaurants – smoking is not allowed in all restaurants and bars of the ... Open »
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