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Discover Utrecht

Discover the beautiful city of Utrecht! Download the Discover Utrecht Document directly to your phone or tablet, or check out our staff recommendations below!

Want to explore even more? Head over to the Discover Utrecht Your official guide for the ultimate local tips on sightseeing, hidden foodie gems, vibrant art & culture spots, and even more things to do!

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Staff Recommendations

Living and working in Utrecht, our staff members are the best guides to tell you all about Utrecht! Visit us at the office, for even more recommendations. 

"When in Utrecht, make sure to visit the southern area of the city center! It is my favorite part of town, less touristic but with great places for coffee, a nice lunch or cute shops. My favorites are:

See you in beautiful Utrecht next summer!" - Mayke 🥂

"As a reader and someone deeply in love with Utrecht's quirks, I think the best way to see the city is with a book in one hand and a drink in the other. If you want to see the city through my eyes (the best eyes, obviously), check out these spots:

  • Savannah Bay This is our legendary feminist bookstore. 
  • Subcultures for the best board games. 
  • Ruby Rose for the best cocktails. The decor is stunning, it feels like a ✨dream✨.
  • Bodytalk for the best place to party. It is inclusive, fun, and everyone is welcome.
  • Gys for the best vegan food.

Enjoy your stay!" - Rose🐉

Dom Tower

Being 112m and 32cm (369 ft) in height, the Dom Tower is the tallest church tower in the Netherlands.

The highest viewpoint is at 95 m (312 ft). From this platform you have a magnificent panoramic view of the city of Utrecht and its surroundings. During the climb the guide will pause at various levels in the tower for a brief explanation of the tower’s history. You are only allowed to climb the Dom Tower under the supervision of a guide. The guided tour of the Dom Tower will commence inside the Tourist Information Office (VVV) at Domplein 9-10. Entrance tickets to the tower are sold inside the Tourist Information Office. Guided tours will be conducted in both Dutch and English if necessary.

Website: https://www.domtoren.nl/en/ 

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Dom Church

The Gothic Dom Church was originally built as the cathedral for the bishop of Utrecht and dedicated to St. Maarten. 

Its interior, featuring numerous richly decorated tombs, is particularly striking. The church welcomes many visitors each day, whether for guided tours or for a quiet moment of reflection. For more than thirty years, the free Saturday afternoon concerts at 15:30 have been a highly valued Utrecht tradition.

Website: www.domkerk.nl

 

 

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Centraal Museum

The Centraal Museum is your gateway to art and culture from the world of Utrecht. From Rietveld to the Utrecht Caravaggists, from Dick Bruna to Moesman and from Viktor & Rolf to the centuries-old Utrecht ship. The museum has been housed in this medieval cloister on the Nicolaaskerkhof since 1921 and currently consists of an eclectic collection of buildings with a large courtyard at their centre. It is a lovely place to wander through hallways and stairwells, and where you can be surprised by the various exhibitions.

Skip the queue and order your tickets online. You will receive your ticket by email and showing it on your smartphone at the entrance of the museum is sufficient.

Website: https://www.centraalmuseum.nl

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City Boat Trip

Utrecht is at its most beautiful when seen from the water, so hop aboard and enjoy this charming, lively city. With its well‑preserved, centuries‑old history, Utrecht is a delight to explore from the canals. Your skipper will guide you through the city’s scenic waterways. 

From the boat, you can admire the old wharf cellars, historic bridges, and elegant statues illuminated by the Pyke Koch lampposts. Along the Oudegracht, you’ll pass picturesque canal houses and, of course, the iconic Dom Tower. Throughout the journey, detailed commentary is offered in several languages.

Website: https://www.schuttevaer.com/en/

Discover the Netherlands

The Netherlands has flowers, windmills and wooden shoes, but the Netherlands has so much more to offer. Enjoy the bracing wind with a beach walk along the Dutch coast or a cycling tour of the Veluwe. Experience the welcoming hospitality of North Brabant and Limburg, the authentic charm of our Hanseatic cities and the Achterhoek in eastern Holland, and the freedom of the provinces of Friesland and Groningen with their wide horizons. Discover how the Dutch battle against the water in Flevoland, our newest province, and immerse yourself in Dutch culture in the modern metropolises, historic cities, and picturesque villages in the west of the Netherlands. www.holland.com

And best of all, you do not have to choose because all this and much more is within a two hour travel distance from Utrecht.

Need inspiration? Check out this document: Discover the Netherlands