24 Hours in Leeuwarden
We are proud of Leeuwarden, our beautiful little city. Is a visit to Leeuwarden on the agenda? Then we’d love to take you to all the hotspots. Want to stroll through the lovely historic streets of the old town? We’ve got you covered. Enjoying a delicious lunch? No problem. Looking for local products and the most beautiful handmade gifts? You’ve come to the right place!
10:00 AM: Coffee!
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Lazy Lemon
Lazy Lemon
Lees meerFrom the central station, you can walk to the old town center in just a few minutes. There, a delicious breakfast awaits you at Lazy Lemon: this is the perfect place to enjoy a serving of American pancakes, a refreshing yogurt bowl with fruit and granola, or the tastiest French toast made from Frisian sugar bread! And, of course, good coffee.
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Fer koffie
Fer koffie
Lees meerHonestly, how often do you really enjoy a good cup of coffee? At Fer Koffie, they know (and do) nothing else. In this trendy coffee bar, you’ll find specialty coffee and high-quality coffee beans, each with its own unique flavor and aroma. Besides great coffee, you can also enjoy a cozy atmosphere and find cool coffee gear like mugs, thermos flasks, and scales.
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Barrevoets
Barrevoets
Lees meerWant to start your city trip with a killer cappuccino or an energizing smoothie made from fresh fruit? At Barrevoets in the Kleine Kerkstraat, you’re in the right place. Friendly staff, a cozy atmosphere, and only fresh ingredients. And hey, while you’re there, be sure to grab one of those delicious homemade muffins for the road!
11:00 AM - culture
Time for culture. Discover the exhibition "Yes, I Do!" at the Fries Museum. This major exhibition showcases wedding dresses from the past 250 years, featuring both historical and contemporary gowns. From the 18th century to the present, it explores the essence of the wedding dress. What traditions has the dress been subject to? Where does the ‘white’ wedding dress, as we know it today, come from? And what does the dress say about the wearer?
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All bridezillas assemble!
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Discover more museums
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Historic Centre Leeuwarden
Historic Centre Leeuwarden
The HCL is the centre for Leeuwarden's historical heritage. Thousands of linear meters of historical documents, from the Middle Ages to the present...
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Museumhuis van Eysinga
Museumhuis van Eysinga
Huis van Eysinga is an impressive 18th-century city villa that was inhabited by the family of one of the most significant men of its time: Frans Ju...
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The Princessehof National Museum of Ceramics
The Princessehof National Museum of Ceramics
In the middle of Leeuwarden's historic city centre stands the 18th-century city palace of Maria Louise van Hessen-Kassel, princess of Orange Nassau...
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Pier Pander Museum
Pier Pander Museum
The Prinsentuin, the beautiful city park on the edge of downtown Leeuwarden, houses the museum and temple dedicated to the Frisian sculptor Pier Pa...
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Fries Landbouwmuseum (Frisian Agricultural Museum)
Fries Landbouwmuseum (Frisian Agricultural Museum)
Friesland has been an agricultural province for centuries. Since time immemorial, farmers have kept livestock and worked the land. In the Frisian A...
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Natuurmuseum Fryslân (Frisian Museum of Natural History)
Natuurmuseum Fryslân (Frisian Museum of Natural History)
An interactive museum for the whole family to enjoy!
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De Utrecht
De Utrecht
A hidden gem in the middle of downtown Leeuwarden. Built in 1904 in art nouveau style, crammed with sayings, lavishly decorated and full of symboli...
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Galerie De Roos van Tudor
Galerie De Roos van Tudor
Gallery De Roos van Tudor is located in two monumental buildings in the centre of Leeuwarden and focuses on contemporary art by both emerging and e...
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Het Huis Dat Met Je Hersenen Speelt (Hersenhuis)
Het Huis Dat Met Je Hersenen Speelt (Hersenhuis)
At Het Huis Dat Met Je Hersenen Speelt (The House That Rewires Your Brain), you get a guided tour where you can not only look but (more importantly...
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'The Other Museum', from classic cars to lace
'The Other Museum', from classic cars to lace
'The Other Museum', from classic cars to lace. Our museum has an incredible collection of classic cars, as well as an beautiful (and huge) model ra...
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Fries Museum
Fries Museum
Discover the Frisian in yourself at the Fries Museum! Here you will discover all about the eleven cities and the countryside, the love-hate relatio...
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Blokhuispoort
Blokhuispoort
The Blokhuispoort is a cultural business-centre in the lively centre of Leeuwarden. Housed in a former prison, it is now full of creative initiativ...
13:00 PM: Lunch
Phew, after admiring Frisian treasures and historical stories, you’ve worked up an appetite. Fortunately, there are plenty of nice spots in Leeuwarden to settle down for a delicious lunch! Whether you opt for a fresh salad, a well-filled sandwich, or a vegetarian (or vegan) option—the choices are plentiful. And, psst... don’t forget to grab something tasty for the road. A homemade muffin is always a good idea!
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De Walrus
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Fire Café
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De Stadswaag
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Café de Bak
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Bowls 'n Rolls
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Bar Zelle
15:00 PM
Continue your adventure through Leeuwarden with fresh, revitalizing energy. The Kleine Kerkstraat is one of the nicest shopping streets in Leeuwarden, filled with boutiques, design shops, and the tastiest local products. Not into shopping? Take a short walk to the Oldehoofsterkerkhof. Here stands our leaning tower: the Oldehove. From April to September, you can climb it and enjoy the stunning view from the top, but you haven't truly experienced Leeuwarden until you've taken a photo with it—leaning, of course, just like the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Interested in a city walk, a tour, or that hidden little restaurant you might not stumble upon? At the foot of the Oldehove, you’ll find the Visitor Center, the physical reception point for all tourists where we provide up-to-date tourist information.
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More proud than the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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17:00 PM - wine o'clock
So. After all the adventures and the necessary kilometers through the city center of Leeuwarden, it’s time for a drink. Tucked away among towering street art and behind the pop venue Neushoorn, you’ll find wine bar Vino&Verder. This is the kind of wine bar you hope to stumble upon when you’re lost in an unfamiliar city. Here, excellent service and good wines go hand in hand. A must-visit for true wine lovers. But even the less passionate wine fans will find something to enjoy here.
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19:00 PM - at the table!
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Bar Zelle
Bar Zelle
Cosy, comfy place in the heart of the city centre where you can go for a nice cappuccino, cocktail or drink! Freshly made sandwiches, pizzas, snack...
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Restaurant Eindeloos
Restaurant Eindeloos
Local and organic food is the starting point for all of our cooking. We work with farmers, fishermen, and butchers in the region, and always know t...
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Roast Leeuwarden
Roast Leeuwarden
ROAST is the forerunner on food and drinks in the right ambience, where quality, hospitality and originality are paramount.
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Lazy Lemon
Lazy Lemon
A restaurant and bar where enjoyment and experience are the focus. In a unique and casual setting, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch, cup...
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Het Wapen van Leeuwarden
Het Wapen van Leeuwarden
Het Wapen van Leeuwarden has been a household name in Leeuwarden for many years. With us you can always enjoy a snack or drink, whether you sit ins...
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Unia 12
Unia 12
Welcome to Unia 12, the living room restaurant par excellence. Here you can enjoy tasty, fresh and local food. The restaurant is warm and cosy deco...
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Eetcafé Het Leven
Eetcafé Het Leven
Welcome to eatery Het Leven When it comes to food and conviviality, eatery Het Leven has been a household name in Leeuwarden for almost 30 years.
11:00 PM: Are you staying over? - zzZzz
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Vie Via
Vie Via
Lees meerAt Hotel Vie Via, you check in for just a room. It’s not a traditional hotel, but the perfect space from which to explore Leeuwarden. The starting point of your adventure to immerse yourself in the city like a local.
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De Olde Signorie
De Olde Signorie
Lees meerIn the bed & breakfast de Olde Signorie, you find yourself in a 16th-century national monument. You can choose from four luxurious, historic salons, each with its own character. And, not unimportant: you’ll be staying in the heart of the city center, just a stone's throw from the Blokhuispoort and the best shops and restaurants.
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Alibi Hostel
Alibi Hostel
Lees meerA night in a cell isn’t what you typically imagine for a getaway. However, the cells of Alibi Hostel have been transformed into comfortable hotel rooms. Located in the old prison Blokhuispoort, as a guest of Alibi, you’ll sleep in the cell block built in 1875, which has been almost entirely restored to its original state, with of course the necessary additions for comfort and coziness. And oh, you keep the key yourself.
11:00
Did you sleep well? Before you hop back in the car or on the train, head for a late breakfast at Brownies & Downies or one of the other cozy cafés in Leeuwarden.
