Things to do in Oude Stad

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Oude Stad must see attractions

1. Grote Markt

Walk through the historic streets filled with ultramodern boutiques, hip fashionistas and trendy cafés of Grote Markt and then step back through time as you enter Haarlem’s main square. In the Grote Markt, you’re surrounded by historic buildings: the Gothic cathedral, the 17th-century town hall, the 13th-century Hoofdwacht building where the civic guard once met and the former meat hall which is now the Museum de Hallen.
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Grote Markt featuring street scenes and a statue or sculpture

2. Frans Hals Museum

Stroll down a narrow cobblestoned street lined with historic houses to visit the Dutch Master artists from Holland’s Golden Age at the Frans Hals Museum. This gallery has history and character. It’s housed inside a building from the early 1600s, which played a role as an almshouse, a retirement home for poor old men and an orphanage. Look for the painting of Haarlem orphans in their red and blue uniforms.
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Frans Hals Museum which includes art and interior views

3. Teylers Museum

Teylers Museum is the Netherland’s oldest museum, open to the public since 1784. This collection of art, science, history and oddities is fascinating. Inspect the structure, worth visiting for the stunning architecture alone. The façade’s beautiful neoclassical style, with columns and statuary, is echoed by the understated elegance of its interior.
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Teylers Museum featuring a bay or harbor, a house and boating

4. St. Bavo Church

At the entrance to the main square of Haarlem, stop for a moment and look up at the great church, Grote Kerk. The Gothic building with the crown-topped clock tower is the Protestant church, also known as St. Bavokerk. This church became the prominent feature on Haarlem’s skyline when it was built in the 14th century and has continued to play an important part in the life of the town.
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Grote Kerk which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral

5. Corrie Ten Boom House

Visit Corrie ten Boomhuis to remember a time of great fear and brutality, but of great kindnesses and sacrifices too. The historic house commemorates the incredible bravery of the Ten Boom family in hiding Jewish fugitives and fighters in the Dutch resistance movement throughout World War II.
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Corrie Ten Boomhuis featuring street scenes

Recommended things to do in Oude Stad

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What to do in Oude Stad

 

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Grote Markt featuring outdoor eating, cafe scenes and street scenes

Grote Markt

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Try local delicacies of salted herring, buttery poffertjes and gooey stroopwafels and relax in a cozy café overlooking the buildings of this ancient town square.

Grote Markt
Cathedral of Saint Bavo which includes interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Cathedral of Saint Bavo

See the unusual mix of architectural styles in this beautiful Catholic Church. Enjoy a performance by the choir, specially trained at a nearby musical school.

Cathedral of Saint Bavo
Frans Hals Museum which includes a house and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Frans Hals Museum

See the works of one of the most talented Dutch Master painters. Let the art transport you back to Haarlem as it was in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Frans Hals Museum
Teylers Museum which includes interior views

Teylers Museum

Experience the Enlightenment. Discover an 18th-century merchant’s collection of art, natural history, geology and science in harmonious neoclassical architecture.

Teylers Museum
Grote Kerk featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

St. Bavo Church

5/5(5 reviews)

Explore earlier times inside the 15th-century church, nicknamed “Jan with the High Shoulders,” that was at the heart of Haarlem’s community.

St. Bavo Church
Corrie Ten Boomhuis featuring street scenes

Corrie Ten Boom House

5/5(2 reviews)

Visit the historic house where a courageous family hid about 800 Jews and underground resistance fugitives from the Nazis in a secret wardrobe compartment.

Corrie Ten Boom House
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Amsterdamse Poort

Find out about the history of Oude Stad with a stop at Amsterdamse Poort. Discover the area's churches, or seek out its biking trails.

Amsterdamse Poort

Corrie ten Boom House

You can find out about the history of Oude Stad with a trip to Corrie ten Boom House. Add the area's churches or shops to your travel plans.

Corrie ten Boom House

Stadhuis

After a hard day hunting stags in the 13th century, Count William II of Holland could enjoy the comfort of his hunting lodge, now the city hall of Haarlem.

Stadhuis

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Oude Stad worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Oude Stad is visit Frans Hals Museum. Check this leading sight off your agenda, then discover more of the area's culture and dining.
How do I spend a day in Oude Stad?
After you've visited popular attractions like NZH Public Transport Museum, spend some time discovering the retail and dining scene in Oude Stad.
What is the top tourist attraction in Oude Stad?
Frans Hals Museum is rated the top tourist attraction near Oude Stad, so don't go home without exploring it.
Is three days enough to stay in Oude Stad?
Three days in Oude Stad is more than enough to experience the nearby hotspots. A favorite among travelers is Frans Hals Museum and NZH Public Transport Museum, so why not add them to the itinerary when you're in the area?
Is Oude Stad a walkable neighborhood?
That really depends on what you want to experience in and around Oude Stad. Several popular attractions, including Frans Hals Museum and NZH Public Transport Museum are easily accessible on foot. In the mood for a stroll through some other neighborhoods nearby? Centrum is 0.3 miles from Oude Stad, while Stationsbuurt is 0.2 miles away.
What are some activities to do in Oude Stad with kids?
Deciding what to do in Oude Stad with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're vacationing with teenagers or toddlers, there's no shortage of family-friendly sights to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Oude Stad for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Oude Stad, with experiences for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Corrie Ten Boom House.
Are there free things to do in Oude Stad?
One of the best free things to do in Oude Stad is Grote Markt. You can also stroll through nearby neighborhoods and enjoy public parks and other green spaces in the area. If you're stuck for ideas, just speak with a local tour guide.