Great B&Bs and city trips in the Netherlands

Best tips for your next weekend away

The possibilities for fun city trips in the Netherlands are endless. From a weekend in the bustling capital Amsterdam, to a surprising trip in the historic Hanseatic city of Deventer. Or how about a weekend in Groningen or Maastricht. Be inspired by the best tips and choose to stay at a B&B during your next city break. This way, you can experience the city like a real local and enjoy the typical hospitality that B&Bs offer.

Popular city trips in the Netherlands

City trips full of history

Visit the oldest cities in the Netherlands

Maastricht

A weekend trip to Maastricht is always a good idea. Limburg's capital is rich in monuments such as the Basilica of Saint Servatius, the Saint John's Church and the historic Saint Servatius Bridge over the river Maas. In between, settle down on a terrace at Vrijthof for a cup of coffee with Limburg flan. Afterwards, visit the Bonnefantenmuseum or let your shopping heart beat faster in the Jeker Quarter and Stokstraat Quarter. After dinner and a fine overnight stay at a B&B, a visit to Fort Sint Pieter and the marl caves is also highly recommended.

Nijmegen

Nijmegen's history goes back more than 2000 years, making this city on the river Waal one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands. That alone is a good reason for a long weekend away to this cosy city! Dive into the city's history at De Bastei museum, wander around the Valkhofkwartier and marvel at the Stevenskerk with its magnificent tower. For a successful shopping session, the Lange Hezelstraat is the place to be, followed by a drink on the Grote Markt.

Deventer

With a history of existence of more than 1250 years, Hanseatic city Deventer is one of the best destinations for historical city trips in the Netherlands. Travel back in time in the medieval Bergkwartier quarter, take in the Lebuinuskerk and then Museum De Waag. There is no shortage of good restaurants and nice shops; there is something for everyone. Weather permitting, take a boat trip on the IJssel river or relax on the city beach. Finally, discover the hip Havenkwartier where art, culture and industrial heritage come together.

Tips for a weekend break

Delft

Characterful canals, fun restaurants, trendy shops and, of course, Delft Blue pottery. Yes, Delft has everything for a successful city break in the Netherlands. Take a city walk and discover all the historical highlights. And of course, art lovers should not miss the Vermeer Centre!

Zierikzee

The small town of Zierikzee in Zeeland has more than 500 monuments and other attractions. With a nice B&B as a base, you will have plenty of time to discover the city walls, gates, churches and streets. Tip: follow the Stadsjuwelen route Zierikzee, so you don't have to miss a thing.

Breda

From the Beguinage Museum and Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk, to Stadspark Valkenburg and Kasteel Bouvigne... Nassaustad Breda is a surprisingly fun city for a midweek or weekend break. Good weather? Then be sure to take a boat trip through the canals and towards the beautiful Markdal nature reserve.

Enkhuizen

In Enkhuizen, the legacy of the former Golden Age is visible on every street corner, sometimes making it feel as if you are walking around through a large open-air museum. Visit the Drom, take a cruise through the inland waterways and, finally, be surprised by the Zuiderzee Museum.

Valkenburg

Did you know that a weekend in Valkenburg is among the most popular city trips in the Netherlands? This marl city may be small in size, but you can enjoy burgundy life in a big way here. Besides the many restaurants, cafés and B&Bs, you will find plenty of hiking trails and adventurous caves.

Haarlem

With the Dune and the Bollenstreek Region in its backyard, Haarlem is a fun destination for a versatile city break. The city offers plenty of historical sights and quaint streets to stroll through. Also wander around Teylers Museum: the oldest museum in the Netherlands.

Famous eleven cities of Friesland

Thanks in part to the iconic Elfstedentocht, Friesland's famous eleven cities are a year-round favourite destination for lovers of authentic city trips. The cities can be visited individually, but the most fun is a bicycle tour, road trip or boat trip along all the picturesque towns. In between, stay overnight at small-scale B&Bs.