Overview
Dive into the culture and history of the city of The Hague. See its classy streets, charming architecture, and peculiar palaces. You will explore the political center of the Netherlands, together with your personal Dutch guide.
Get an impression of our political system (maybe we'll even see some Dutch politicians walking by!), learn about the history of the Netherlands in general, and the role of The Hague in particular. After the tour, you will understand why the Dutch live such happy lives!
You can ask your guide anything you want to know about life in the Netherlands. And remember: It is you that determines the pace of this tour! Enjoy
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Personal dutch guide
Snacks
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We will meet in the middle of the square, next to the statue of Willem van Oranje, the Father of the Fatherland. From here, we will start our walking tour through the old center of The Hague.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Het Plein
10 min
You will learn about the Father of the Fatherland, Willem van Oranje, and his role in the 80 years war: the dutch revolt.
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Mauritshuis
10 min
We will make our way towards the Mauritshuis museum. I will tell you something about the building and its history. Among others, this museum has the most famous paintings of Johannes Vermeer inside.
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Binnenhof & Ridderzaal
10 min
We will briefly walk onto the square within the parliament complex and see the Knight's Hall. Here I will tell you about the significance and history of this place. With some luck, we might see some of our ministers walking by!
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Hofvijver
10 min
The Hofvijver pond is situated in front of the parliament building and the prime minister's office (the little tower!). You will learn about the significance of this place and some funny histoy.
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Thorbecke Monument
10 min
The statue of Thorbecke next to the Hofvijver is quite interesting. This statue has to do with our constitution! You will hear more about it.
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Lange Voorhout
20 min
This is the Champs-Élysées of The Hague. Quite a classy street! We will walk a bit and pass multiple embassies, an art museum, a famous hotel, the temporary senate building, a statue gallery of the dutch heads of states and some more interesting (royal) buildings.
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Noordeinde Palace
10 min
We will see the working palace of the dutch king. Based on the flag, we can find out if he is currently in the country. Let's find out!
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Grote Kerk
15 min
We will see the Grote Kerk ("Big Church") of The Hague. What is that stork doing on top of it? Let's see!
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Statue of Johan de Witt
15 min
Another statue! This is the only head of government of the Netherlands that has been eaten by an angry dutch mob! That sounds a bit weird, but you'll find out what happened.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Amsterdam).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Historical The Hague: Private Tour with Local Guide
Can I cancel Historical The Hague: Private Tour with Local Guide for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
We will meet in the middle of the square, next to the statue of Willem van Oranje, the Father of the Fatherland. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Personal dutch guide
- Snacks
What's not included?
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Het Plein, Mauritshuis, Binnenhof & Ridderzaal, Hofvijver, Thorbecke Monument, Lange Voorhout, Noordeinde Palace, Grote Kerk.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
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