NederlandsOther places to visit in The Hague
The Hague breathes history and is brimming with museums and other exciting hotspots. When visiting the Hofstad, make sure to include these museums or organizations in your itinerary, alongside ProDemos.
National Archives
The rich collection of the National Archives of the Netherlands consists of 137 km of documents, 15 million photographs, nearly 300,000 historical maps and drawings and 800 terabyte of digital files. The National Archives is accessible to everyone who wants to do research. They also organize exhibitions, educational programs and a cultural program.
Visitors address:
Prins Willem-Alexanderhof 20
2595 BE The Hague
Visit the National Archives website
Peace Palace
The Peace Palace in The Hague houses the Permanent Court of Arbitration, the United Nations International Court of Justice and The Hague Academy of International Law. These institutions are supported by the Library of the Peace Palace, one of the most prestigious libraries in its field. The Carnegie Foundation is the owner and manager of the Peace Palace.
Visit the website of the Peace Palace for an introductory film , a virtual 360° tour and lots of information.
Prison Gate (Gevangenpoort)
The Gevangenpoort (Prison Gate) was originally built as one of the three outermost gateways of the Binnenhof. From around 1420, it also served as a prison of the Court of Holland. Cornelis de Witt, Regent in Dordrecht, was imprisoned here on suspicion of conspiring against Stadtholder William III. Upon his release in 1672, he was met by his brother Johan de Witt, who had held the position of Grand Pensionary of Holland from 1653 to 1672. A few dozen metres from the gate, they were killed by a furious mob that mainly consisted of dissatisfied citizens and Orangists. Nowadays, the Gevangenpoort functions as a museum housing a collection of torture devices. A statue of Johan de Witt has stood on the adjacent Plaats since 1916.
To the left of the Gevangenpoort lies the Prince William V Gallery, named after the last Stadtholder of the Republic of the Seven United Netherlands (1588-1795). Within this building, William V curated a selection of significant paintings from his personal collection. Currently, around 150 works are on display.
Visit the Prison Gate website
Historical Museum of The Hague
The Historical Museum of The Hague is situated on the vaults of the former north-eastern gateway, on the corner of Korte Vijverberg and Toernooiveld. The Museum showcases various aspects of the history of The Hague, through paintings, jewellery, furniture, models, doll’s houses, medallions, and more.
Visit the website of Historical Museum of The Hague
Mauritshuis
The Mauritshuis, constructed between 1633 and 1644, functioned as a kind of hotel from 1685 onwards, accommodating guests of the States General. It currently operates as a museum, showcasing paintings by leading painters of the Dutch Golden Age like Frans Hals, Jan Steen, Rembrandt, Paulus Potter and Johannes Vermeer. From the Mauritshuis, visitors can enjoy a splendid view of the high-rises of a number of Ministries near The Hague’s Central Station.
Visit the Mauritshuis website
Book museum
The oldest book museum in the world is situated in the charming former residence of the Baron Van Westreenen van Tiellandt (1783-1848) and is dedicated to both hand-written and printed books from the past and present. The museum houses an extensive collection of books from all periods of Western book history, starting with medieval manuscripts that are entirely written and illuminated by hand. An overview of the development of writing, layout and decoration of manuscripts can be seen in the distinctive book room, which is in itself an unique example of nineteenth-century museum design and its original style remains entirely intact. Alongside medieval manuscripts, the museum also features examples of the earliest form of the printed book, known as incunabula.
Visit the website of the Book museum
One Planet (Museon-Omniversum)
Museon-Omniversum offers an enjoyable and educational day out for visitors of all ages, focusing on the earth, humanity, and a sustainable future. There’s plenty to explore! Your entrance ticket gives you access to our exhibitions, films, themed rooms, labs and activities. If you choose to watch a largeformat film and visit the exhibitions, you can expect to spend about 3 to 4 hours with us. Be sure to glance through the daily schedule to see what’s on the day of your visit.
In the evenings, while the museum section is closed, we still offer other experiences. You can enjoy films covering nature, culture, music and science in the Dome (formerly Omniversum). We also host special activities such as planetarium shows, lectures and live and streamed concerts take place as well. Check our evening schedule for more details.
Visit the website of Museon-Omniversum
Sound & Vision The Hague
Sound & Vision is the museum dedicated to news and journalism. Here, visitors can delve into the world of media through engaging games, tests and examples. Do you spot fake news? Explore your boundaries when it comes to humour. And discover how effective are residents of The Hague are at grabbing attention in the media. At Sound & Vision in The Hague, there’s so much to uncover!
Visit the website of Sound & Vision the Hague
Schilderswijk Residents Tours
Schilderswijk Residents Tours has emerged from a genuine affection for the neighbourhood and its inhabitants. We provide unique ‘Behind the Scenes’ tours led by the residents themselves. The aim is to foster a deeper appreciation for this remarkable area, where over 120 nationalities are living together peacefully.
Visit the website of Schilderswijkk Residence Tours
National Monument Oranjehotel
The Oranjehotel was the name given by the Dutch to the Scheveningen prison during the Second World War. Here, the Germans detained over 25,000 people for interrogation and prosecution. During your visit to the present Oranjehotel National Monument, you will hear stories about fear, hope, faith, and patriotism, and witness the conditions in which prisoners were forced to live. We illustrate the fragility of freedom and the decisions made when injustice, oppression, and persecution prevail.
Adress:
Van Alkemadelaan 1258 / corner Stevinstraat
2597 BP The Hague
Visit the website of Oranjehotel
Literature Museum
The Children’s Book Museum and the Museum of Literature are part of the Netherlands Literature Museum and Literature Archive Foundation, whose mission is to showcase the power of literature and the richness of the Dutch literary heritage.
Visit the Literature Museum website