What to do in The Hague when it rains
Rainy day in The Hague? This doesn't mean that your day in The Hague is ruined. On the contrary! A drizzly day like this is just the right time to enjoy all the cosy indoor hotspots and hidden gems the city has to offer. With these 10 tips, you know exactly what to do in The Hague when it's raining and make it a great day!
1 Dive into the museum
Besides the well-known gems like the Mauritshuis, the Kunstmuseum and Escher in het Paleis, The Hague has a lot more to offer museum lovers who want something different. How about The Hague Public Transport Museum, where you can take a trip back in time among historic trams? Or the Design Museum Dedel, a unique place in a beautiful 17th-century building on the Prinsegracht, where the history of advertising, graphic design and design comes to life! These hidden treasures are definitely worth a visit!
2 Games café
Fond of games? Then you should definitely visit The Boardroom in The Hague! They have an extensive selection of the best games, which you can buy but of course also play. With more than 700 board games, draft beers and themed cocktails, this is a great place to spend a few hours!
3 Relax in one of the luxury spas
Rainy days are the perfect excuse to unwind. How about a relaxing moment in the sauna, a lovely massage, or bubbling in a Jacuzzi while the rain taps on the windows? A few highly recommended, Caesar Fitness + Spa Resort, SAVARIN and Reset Spa. Need to discover more pampering spots? Click here for your wellness day inspiration.
4 Taste it!
Discovering something new is always fun! An absolute must is a tasting at Van Kleef, the only remaining gin and liqueur house in the region. A tasting here is a real experience! The owner can tell you an awful lot while you enjoy a liqueur or cocktail tasting combined with tasty snacks! Nice getaway, right?
5 (indoor) Shopping heaven
Did you know that De Passage is the oldest shopping arcade in the Netherlands? This beautiful national monument is not only ideal for shelter, but also a must-see thanks to its chic atmosphere and unique shops. Combine that with the modern Nieuwe Passage, and you have more than 30 shops at your fingertips. Want to go really big? Then the Westfield Mall of The Netherlands is the place to go for shopping. A shopping paradise where you can wander around (dry) for hours!
6 Enjoy Scheveningen
No, of course you don't want to lie on the beach in the rain. But fortunately Scheveningen has much more to offer than just sand and sea! How about a nice game of bowling or glow-in-the-dark miniature golf at the Palace Promonade? Are you a theatre lover? Then let yourself be enchanted by a spectacular musical in the iconic AFAS Circustheater! Or visit The Pier, where you can enjoy the fantastic sea views dry and have a bite to eat.
7 Feast at the Foodhallen
Are you also such a fan of food halls? The cosy atmosphere, the stylish interior and of course all that delicious food! The best part? You can combine endlessly. Get your starter from one stall, your main course from another, and finish off with a dessert from your other favourite stall. The Hague now has three different food halls: in the city centre, Scheveningen or the MingleMush near The Hague Central Station! Which foodhall will it be?
8 Go catch a movie
Let the rain fall, you'll be dry in one of The Hague's cinemas! Whether you opt for the latest Hollywood hits or prefer an intimate movie experience with a nice arthouse title, the city has it all. Check out the best places to enjoy a film AND a bowl of popcorn (sweet, salty or mixed that's up to you)!
9 High Tea
Spill some tea at a High Tea! Sometimes there is no better remedy for a drizzly day than a well-filled teapot and a table full of goodies. In The Hague, there are plenty of places where you can treat yourself. The legendary Hotel Des Indes High Tea is pure indulgence, the quality of this typically English tradition is known far beyond the city limits and is a culinary taste explosion of several courses. Prefer something different? For matcha fans, you can go to Hug The Tea for a complete Matcha High Tea! Fancy more tea lover tips? Find out where to go here.
10 Discover The Hague's cosiness in its cafés & restaurants
A bit of rain doesn't stop The Hague's cosiness! Throughout the city you will find nice restaurants, cafés and wine bars where you can take shelter perfectly. Feeling lively? Then the Grote Markt and Het Plein, where the hospitality industry always welcomes you, are the place to be. Prefer cosier spots? Stroll through the Hofkwartier for charming cafés and intimate restaurants.
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