Book a holiday home in Noordwijk in any season and plan a visit to the Keukenhof Estate!

There’s no shortage of things to do around Noordwijk! Try power kiting or visit one of the two fascinating war museums: the Atlantikwall Museum and the Englandvaarders Museum. Take in the view from the highest dune near Breakers Beachhouse or climb the lighthouse for a spectacular panorama. Once you broaden your horizons beyond the seaside town itself, a whole world opens up — from a boat trip past windmills and a ride on a steam train to attractions in Wassenaar and The Hague. Is a visit to the museum city of Leiden on your wish list, and do you love spending time by the sea? Then rent a holiday home in Noordwijk — the perfect base for both indoor and outdoor recreation!

Things to do around your holiday home in Noordwijk

During World War II, many Dutch people fled to England to join the Allied resistance against Nazi Germany. Noordwijk is home to a museum dedicated to these brave individuals, known as the “Englandvaarders.” Play the Escape Game and learn about their personal stories and the dangers they faced along their escape routes. The local Noordwijk Museum is also worth a visit. Located in an old fisherman’s cottage, it houses an impressive collection of paintings depicting how the seaside town looked in earlier times. Looking for a beach activity? Try power kiting — an exhilarating sport where you harness the wind with a giant kite!

A unique amusement park to enjoy with children is Rollygolf! Where else can you find a park where mini golf, kids’ cars, and trampolines are all part of one fun location?

Discover Noordwijk on and around the beach

The long beach of Noordwijk is ideal for a walk along the surf, with the option to stop for a drink or meal at one of the seven beach pavilions. Breakers Beachhouse offers a spacious and stylish indoor and outdoor seating area, complete with a fireplace. This venue is also available as a wedding location — something that’s clear from its elegant décor. Don’t forget to return another day for a walk or cycle through the dunes. Along the way, you’ll enjoy vast dune landscapes with scenic viewpoints — and if you’re lucky, you might even spot deer.

Take a boat trip past windmills from Katwijk

For this lakeside boat tour, head to Prins Hendrikkade in Katwijk by bike or car. During the trip, you’ll see a total of 18 windmills that once played an important role in grinding grain and pumping water. Combined with the reeds and open water, the view of the mills is stunning — not just for those looking to relax, but also for birdwatchers who can spot swans and herons in the area.

Experience the Keukenhof Estate on a walk in every season

Planning a holiday in Noordwijk to visit the Keukenhof? Then consider combining it with a visit to nearby Keukenhof Castle! The surrounding estate is open all week, while the manor can be visited on Wednesdays and Thursdays. During your walk, you’ll wander up and down winding paths through a varied forest that also includes dunes. If you go in early spring, you’ll pass fields filled with yellow daffodils. The full walking route is about 10 kilometers long and quite diverse. If that distance is too long without a break, you can stop for a drink or lunch at the old station in Lisse or the farmhouse café on the estate.

Explore top-quality museums from your holiday home in Noordwijk

With more than ten museums, nearby Leiden is truly a museum city! One of the award-winning highlights is Naturalis, a must-see natural history museum where you’ll learn about prehistoric animals and how the Netherlands looked during the Ice Age. In one hall you’ll see giant fish and an elephant specimen; in another, you’ll discover a large butterfly collection and learn how male animals attract their mates. Another top museum near Noordwijk is Corpus — a fascinating journey through the human body. For something more historical and interactive, visit the steam train station in Katwijk, where classic trains are on display, including a fully operational steam locomotive offering rides for visitors.

Plan a fun-filled day at Duinrell in Wassenaar

For anyone who loves amusement parks, Duinrell should definitely be on your holiday itinerary! The park offers three roller coasters and many other attractions such as Wild Wings, the Aqua Shuttle, and a toboggan run. Perhaps you know Duinrell best for its water park, the famous Tiki Pool! Here, visitors can enjoy 21 water slides ranging from thrilling high-speed rides to wide tubes for inflatable rings.

Visit Legoland in The Hague

Did you know that you don’t have to go all the way to Denmark to visit Legoland? Just take a short drive to The Hague! At this discovery center in Scheveningen, you can marvel at a miniature world built entirely from Lego bricks and watch movies featuring Lego figures in the 4D cinema — where the seats move and you’ll experience extra effects like lightning and wind. Of course, there’s also a play area where children can build with Lego themselves.

Rent a holiday home in Noordwijk

Looking for a coastal destination in the Netherlands where your holiday won’t be spoiled by rain? Then a holiday home in Noordwijk promises a great time in any weather. If the sun is shining, walk through the dunes or the Keukenhof Estate. If the weather isn’t ideal, there are countless indoor attractions to visit, such as Naturalis and Corpus in Leiden or Legoland in The Hague. Spending an afternoon in a cozy beach pavilion while watching the waves in autumn is just as enjoyable — and in early spring, you can admire the daffodil fields on a flower-region hike.