I invite you to the actual capital of the Netherlands, where ancient monuments are combined with skyscrapers with amazing taste. Here, palaces and a castle, royal streets and courtyards have been preserved - the scenery, against the background of which many exciting stories took place, which I will tell you about. Individual excursion for 1-8 people Duration 3 hours Children Possible with children How it goes On foot Rating 4.33 from 3 reviews from € 250 for 1-6 people or € 36 per person, if you are more
In the "heart" of The Hague - Binnenhof - is one of the oldest knightly castles in the kingdom. And right there nearby is the modern quarter of De Resident, whose buildings are more than 100 meters high. And at the same time, The Hague is an elegant city that has preserved the style of Louis XIV in the 21st century.
Program
You will learn:
- about the mysterious murder of the favorite of the ruler of Holland and his terrible revenge;
- about the love for the luxury of a Russian princess and the simple way of life of her Dutch husband;
- about the prisoners of a dark medieval prison and much more.
And how the Hague has changed over the centuries:
- about a natural pond, which eventually acquired a geometric shape;
- about the majestic hall for the count's feasts, turned into the seat of parliament;
- about skyscrapers with funny nicknames.
I will talk about what the king-architect built and what came of it. And also, where you could find a suitable candidate for marriage.
During the tour you will see:
- monuments to "Father of the Fatherland" - Wilhelm the Silent;
- famous squares;
- count's pond;
- the very first museum in the Netherlands;
- a gloomy medieval prison;
- Palace quarter;
- royal palaces;
- the stately churches of The Hague;
- the old Town Hall and its successor - the New City Hall;
- Chinatown;
- modern skyscraper quarter.
Organizational details
Transport costs are paid by yourself. You can get to The Hague from Amsterdam by train in 50 minutes (a ticket costs 22 euros / person in both directions). Or I can organize a transfer by car: additional cost from 100 euros (depends on the number of passengers). Travel time is 45 minutes.
Venue
The meeting point is by agreement with the guide, you can discuss it when ordering the excursion.
