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The Town Hall’s Renaissance façade, saved from fire, is the crowning glory of the old quarter of Leiden. 

The beauty of this flat country, with its quilt-like cover of farmland, canals and flower fields, inspired painters centuries ago and still draws in the crowds.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

The past comes alive at Lieden’s National Museum of Antiquities, where you’ll explore cultures of the ancient Egyptians, the Romans, Greeks, Syrians and Persians.

Maastricht was heavily fortified during the Middle Ages, but just one gate remains from its great city walls. Now that gate plays host to a fine local history museum.

Famed for its picturesque canals, famous museums, numerous coffee shops and laid-back vibe, this is the perfect destination for a weekend break or a longer stay.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

The Town Hall’s Renaissance façade, saved from fire, is the crowning glory of the old quarter of Leiden. 

Once full of cattle and sheep for sale, this pretty square overlooking a canal is now the starting point for canal boat cruises and a great spot for morning coffee.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

The beauty of this flat country, with its quilt-like cover of farmland, canals and flower fields, inspired painters centuries ago and still draws in the crowds.

This quaint city in the western Netherlands is ornate, with small canals, green parks, rivers and old, but intact, monuments.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

Explore medieval fortifications, admire historical cathedrals, and stroll down gorgeous cobbled streets in this vibrant Dutch river city, which combines its industrial history with a lively and sophisticated present.

Famed for its picturesque canals, famous museums, numerous coffee shops and laid-back vibe, this is the perfect destination for a weekend break or a longer stay.

View one of the finest collections of Dutch masters in the world alongside priceless treasures from Asia and elsewhere.

Admire the ornate wooden houses, cheese factory and historic harbor of this quaint fishing village, then sample local Dutch treats and set sail over the IJsselmeer.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

Famed for its picturesque canals, famous museums, numerous coffee shops and laid-back vibe, this is the perfect destination for a weekend break or a longer stay.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.