The City Centre of The Hague
A visit to the historic city centre of The Hague is a visit to a compact city centre with royal allure. Here you will find a diverse cultural and shopping offer. Enjoy in cosy and varied catering establishments. Be surprised by versatile and appealing events.
From Grote Marktstraat to the beautiful Passage. From the royal Noordeinde to the historic Hofkwartier. The different shopping areas in the city centre each breathe their own atmosphere. The diversity makes this city centre the perfect place for a day of shopping. Within walking distance of all these shopping areas, you will find a variety of top museums, galleries and theatres in the Museum Quarter. A day in the city centre thus offers a perfect combination of shopping and entertainment!
The cultural district of downtown The Hague: the Museum Quarter
In the city centre of The Hague, for instance, you can literally walk in your new shoes at the Mauritshuis or test your new glasses on Escher's perspective. On the culinary front, too, almost every world cuisine can be found in the city centre. From small Indonesian toko for a quick nasi rames to sumptuous dining at one of several Bib Gourmand restaurants. They excel in terms of price quality. And can't get enough of The Hague's cosiness and versatility? Then extend your visit with a package in one of the fine (boutique) hotels.
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On The Hague's premier shopping street, Grote Marktstraat, it's always party time!
Be surprised in the shops
Apart from well-known flagship stores like Bijenkort and HEMA, there are many cosy (car-free!) streets and squares around the royal palaces with countless fashion boutiques and vintage shops. From hip to haute couture, for young and old. Exclusive local shops can be found in the Hofkwartier, Noordeinde and Denneweg. You will also enjoy the Foodhallen Den Haag in the Haagse Bluf. And don't forget to walk through the Passage. Use the digital shopping walking route to discover local heroes from the city centre.
Horeca in the city centre
Complete your (shopping) visit and afterwards enjoy a refreshing drink in a real Hague café, order a Royal croquette or go for a gourmet dinner in one of the worldly restaurants. Cosy squares like the Grote Markt, the Plein or the Plaats will keep you entertained for hours.
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A painter on the shell path (Lange Vijverberg) by the Hofvijver. And shopping in the Passage with changing exhibitions and displays.
From Dutch design to old masters
The Museum Quarter of The Hague is home to 14 cultural hotspots. The museums, galleries and theatres are located in the city centre on the Hofvijver or Lange Voorhout. Can Dutch design, fashion, cabaret and old masters have something in common? Definitely! You can easily discover and experience all these fine arts in one day in the Museum Quarter of The Hague.
'Nowhere else in the Netherlands are 14 cultural hotspots so close together!'
Discover the girl with the pearl earring at the Mauritshuis, step into a thriller at the Gevangenpoort or admire the latest art. There is also plenty to do in the late hours as there are three theatres with constantly changing programmes. Museumkwartier Den Haag is a true culture magnet and the area is bursting with beautiful stories. They are literally on the street, right on the Hofvijver and under the trees of the most beautiful avenue in the Netherlands.
Discover the Hague city centre
Check the agenda for the very best events, modified opening hours for all holidays or find more handy tips in one of our articles below.
Downtown activities
Check out the offer of all downtown activities here.
Swing and shop at Het Noordeinde
Places to visit in The Hague
With the most attractions per square metre in the Netherlands, The Hague oozes art, culture and history. In this respect, the city of the Hague has a prominent place in Europe and the world. Visit Hague highlights such as the Binnenhof, the famous Peace Palace and the beautiful Lange Voorhout.
Accessibility of The Hague city centre
- For the cyclists among us: check all Biesieklette information here to see where you can safely park your bike.
- The Q-Park garages in the city centre are open and often have attractive parking deals.
- Planning to come to the city centre from ever-sunny Scheveningen? Grab a shared scooter from Felyx, GoShare or Check for a change. Be sure to park neatly after use!
- From the beach to the city centre and vice versa? Or discover other places in The Hague from the city centre? Plan your journey with the help of HTM
Places to visit in The Hague
With the most attractions per square metre in the Netherlands, The Hague oozes art, culture and history. In this respect, the city of the Hague has a prominent place in Europe and the world. Visit Hague highlights such as the Binnenhof, the famous Peace Palace and the beautiful Lange Voorhout.
Tips:
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Grote Marktstraat
Grote Marktstraat is one of the most important shopping areas in the center of The Hague.
Passage
The Passage is the only remaining example in the Netherlands of this type of covered shopping street
Noordeinde
The chic Noordeinde is a luxury shopping street and also home to the working palace of our King.
Chinatown
In the Hague Chinatown you’ll find countless specialized Asian stores, supermarkets and restaurants.
Pathé Spuimarkt
Pathé Spuimarkt in The Hague city centre is one of the Netherlands' larger Pathé cinemas.
Mauritshuis
The Gallery Mauritshuis, houses a world-famous collection of paintings from the Dutch Golden Age.
Prinsestraat
Hidden away in the historic Hofkwartier is the Prinsestraat. This is where Hip Den Haag shops.
