Title: Things to Do in Velsen-Noord in 2026 | Expedia.com [Velsen-Noord Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Velsen-Noord.dx3000024270)[Hotels in Velsen-Noord](https://expedia.com/Velsen-Noord-Hotels.d3000024270.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Velsen-Noord](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Velsen-Noord.d3000024270.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Velsen-Noord](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Velsen-Noord.d3000024270.Car-Rental-Guide)[Velsen-Noord Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Velsen-Noord.d3000024270.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Velsen-Noord ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Velsen-Noord Types of activities [Velsen-Noord Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Velsen-Noord.dx3000024270) ![Industrial skyline of the steelwork's at night viewed from a passing cruise ship.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000024270/6792b37f-1292-4576-94dc-de1b03606c38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Industrial skyline of the steelwork's at night viewed from a passing cruise ship.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000024270/6792b37f-1292-4576-94dc-de1b03606c38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cold winter 2016](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000024270/6da4c685-b699-479a-ace4-129c98c900f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Velsen-Noord must see attractions ### 1\. Anne Frank House A visit to the Anne Frank House is a sober yet enlightening experience. The life story of Anne Frank has become one of the most famous accounts of a Jew hiding in Nazi Germany. Anne’s diary, which she started in 1942 when she was 13, is the most translated Dutch book of all time. Its first translation was in German, in 1950. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Anne-Frank-House-Amsterdam-City-Centre.d6034409.Vacation-Attraction) ![Anne Frank House which includes a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034409/b7355901-92ca-4e26-9cc0-4e48ae112b42.jpg) ### 2\. Dam Square Amsterdam’s origins lie on Dam Square and you’ll get a sense of this history as you look at the structures here. Today the square is also a venue for mass events, fun fairs and pantomime artists. Join the locals and relax at the base of the National Monument while listening to street organs. Chase the pigeons and dodge the many cyclists when you cross the square to go shopping or explore some of the historical buildings. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Dam-Square-Amsterdam-City-Centre.d6064619.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dam Square in Amsterdam, top view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064619/68ebe9a1-0c22-43f8-b2e2-1ed517fa9ca7.jpg) ### 3\. Van Gogh Museum Head to the Van Gogh Museum to see some of the works of a groundbreaking 19th-century Dutch painter. Sadly, Vincent Van Gogh only sold one of his paintings during his short life, and never dreamed of the fame he’d enjoy after his death. Here you can browse the world’s largest collection of Van Gogh’s paintings and learn about his tormented life. The museum also displays works by other master painters of his time, including Monet, Gauguin and Seurat. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Van-Gogh-Museum-Museum-Quarter.d6034425.Vacation-Attraction) ![Van Gogh Museum showing cycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034425/3dfd799a-743b-4158-ab93-8037978e0bdd.jpg) ### 4\. Vondelpark Vondelpark is a State Monument and an Amsterdam hot spot in summer. This is where locals go to sunbathe, cycle or play outside. There are also concerts or other performances on weekends. Over 10 million visitors come here every year to enjoy nature and culture, as well as order drinks and meals on the restaurant terraces. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Vondelpark-Amsterdam-South.d6046536.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pond and tulips in Vondelpark, Amsterdam; Shutterstock ID 143198530](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046536/e579074e-5ef8-4b6a-806e-c23dc28ac413.jpg) ### 5\. Rijksmuseum To understand how the tiny country of the Netherlands became a world superpower through both art and trade, visit the Rijksmuseum. Browse through over a million works of art and historical objects in more than 200 rooms. You’ll see famous paintings by Rembrandt and Vermeer, among hundreds of other artists, and admire the ornate building itself. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Rijksmuseum-Museum-Quarter.d6034421.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rijksmuseum with big letters in Amsterdam, Holland (Netherlands)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034421/4c4ac76b-055e-41ef-a579-e1812b8b8b8d.jpg) ### 6\. Leidseplein Delve into the many delights of buzzing Leidseplein to people-watch while enjoying a meal or just a drink after a day of sightseeing. In the warmer months, the area is packed with people gathered on the terraces of the restaurants and bars. Order a local beer and watch the street performers. In the winter, visit one of the many restaurants or clubs, or head to the ice rink surrounded by hot food and drink stalls for an atmospheric outdoor experience. If you love architecture, 17th-century Leidseplein has some interesting buildings for a walking tour. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Leidseplein-Amsterdam-City-Centre.d6064643.Vacation-Attraction) ![Leidseplein showing a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064643/1abf697c-b29d-4b7d-8c31-cc51cd1ad4c9.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Velsen-Noord | Number of things to do | 132 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Haarlem: City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone](/things-to-do/walking-tour-with-audioguide-on-a-smartphone-in-haarlem.a46186869.activity-details): $8 | | Top 5 things to do | [Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/giethoorn-zaanse-schans-windmills-guided-day-trip-from-amsterdam.a1156931.activity-details)[Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-zaanse-schans-edam-volendam-and-marken-from-amsterdam.a1148484.activity-details)[Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up](/things-to-do/giethoorn-afsluitdijk-zaanse-schans-day-tour-mini-vip-bus-incl-hotel-pick-up.a4171852.activity-details)[Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese and Volendam Tour from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/dutch-countryside-from-amsterdam-volendam-edam-zaanse-schans.a1169121.activity-details)[Haarlem: City Highlights Walking Tour](/things-to-do/haarlem-small-group-city-walking-tour.a48216503.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Haarlem: Sightseeing Canal Cruise through the City Center](/things-to-do/haarlem-sightseeing-canal-cruise-through-the-city-center.a4573626.activity-details)[Amsterdam Laser Tag: Thrilling Action at UP Events Amsterdam](/things-to-do/amsterdam-private-laser-tag-game.a48192909.activity-details)[Bubble Football in Amsterdam – Hilarious Fun at UP Events!](/things-to-do/bubble-football-in-amsterdam.a46330149.activity-details)[Arcade Hall in Amsterdam – A Blast from the Past at UP Events!](/things-to-do/private-arcade-hall-in-amsterdam.a46329997.activity-details)[Haarlem: Windmill 'De Adriaan' Guided Tour](/things-to-do/haarlem-windmill-de-adriaan-guided-tour.a48005458.activity-details) | | With kids | [Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-zaanse-schans-edam-volendam-and-marken-from-amsterdam.a1148484.activity-details)[Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese and Volendam Tour from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/dutch-countryside-from-amsterdam-volendam-edam-zaanse-schans.a1169121.activity-details)[Haarlem: City Highlights Walking Tour](/things-to-do/haarlem-small-group-city-walking-tour.a48216503.activity-details)[Zaanse Schans and Cheese Tasting Guided Tour from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-and-cheese-guided-tour-from-amsterdam.a1169183.activity-details)[Zaanse Schans: Windmill & Museum Entry Ticket w/ Audio Guide](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-entry-ticket-for-windmills-and-museums.a48876612.activity-details) | ## What to do in Velsen-Noord --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Velsen-Noord? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Velsen-Noord #### Hoogovens Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Hoogovens Museum during your travels in Velsen-Noord. [](https://expedia.com/Hoogovens-Museum-Velsen-Noord.d963196996003700736.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Velsen-Noord ![Walking along the beach during sunset in IJmuiden the Netherlands,](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602376/1ccfc547-b663-4ba4-a15a-d108afd6de95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### IJmuiden ![Panorama of Wijk aan Zee, North Holland, The Netherlands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050240/339cf37c-d62f-4db6-99d0-cfc83539c0cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wijk aan Zee ![Historic Dutch mansion with trees, blue sky and white clouds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169816/549ca0ce-a430-4b08-99ed-b75def6b424b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Velsen-Zuid ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Velsen-Noord worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Velsen-Noord? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Velsen-Noord? ### Is three days enough to stay in Velsen-Noord? ### What are some activities to do in Velsen-Noord with kids? > - [Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-to-zaanse-schans-edam-volendam-and-marken-from-amsterdam.a1148484.activity-details) > - [Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese and Volendam Tour from Amsterdam](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/dutch-countryside-from-amsterdam-volendam-edam-zaanse-schans.a1169121.activity-details) > - [Haarlem: City Highlights Walking Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/haarlem-small-group-city-walking-tour.a48216503.activity-details) > - [Zaanse Schans and Cheese Tasting Guided Tour from Amsterdam](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-and-cheese-guided-tour-from-amsterdam.a1169183.activity-details) > - [Zaanse Schans: Windmill & Museum Entry Ticket w/ Audio Guide](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-entry-ticket-for-windmills-and-museums.a48876612.activity-details) ### What to do in Velsen-Noord for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Velsen-Noord? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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