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Netherlands

Haarlem / Discover Holland's hidden gem

MeowScore 😻97/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

May

Blooming gardens, mild weather, and fewer crowds.

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january

Visit during January for the beautiful light show at Grote Markt.

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february

February is perfect for viewing the tulips in bloom at Keukenhof Gardens.

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march

Experience the vibrant celebration of King's Day on April 27th.

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april

Join the festive celebration of Liberation Day on May 5th and enjoy live music and food.

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may

May boasts a beautiful array of colors in the city's gardens and parks.

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june

Enjoy the bustling street markets and outdoor cafes in the warm June weather.

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july

Take part in the annual Tour de Haarlem bike tour through the city and surrounding countryside.

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august

Experience the lively Summer Carnival with colorful parades and live music.

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september

Attend the Haarlem Jazz & More festival for amazing musical performances.

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october

Join in on the spooky fun of Halloween with a Haarlem ghost tour.

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november

Savor the delicious local cuisine at the annual Haarlem Culinair event.

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december

Experience the festive and cozy Christmas markets throughout the city.

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Reasonable prices

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The shopping situation in Haarlem is moderately expensive, with high-end brands and boutiques dominating the city center. However, there are also more affordable options at markets and chain stores. The currency exchange rate may also impact visitors.

Visit the Grote Markt for local markets or check out the outlet stores outside the city for deals.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Day-trip destination

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Day-trip destination

Haarlem is a small city, commonly visited for its historic center, museums and local food scene.

Tipping

0-10%

Tipping is not expected, but rounding up is appreciated.

Tipping

0-10%

Tipping is not expected, but rounding up is appreciated.

Cash is widely accepted, credit cards are also accepted in most places. Splitting the bill is common practice.

internet situation

great Speed

Reliable and fast internet connection

excellent Availability

Broadband is widely available

great Cellular

Good coverage across most areas

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking friendly

Netherlands = Biking

walkable

Good infrastructure & parks

LGBTQ friendly

Dutch LGBTQ acceptance

This cat's meow-velous town is a purrfect spot to roam quaint streets and indulge in catnaps by the water.

Fish-flavored treats and dazzling cat-tural sights make Haarlem claw-some for feline adventurers.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Teylers Museum
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Adriaan Windmill
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Frans Hals Museum
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Corrie Ten Boomhuis
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Grote Markt

The mainstream

🔬🎨🦕
Teylers Museum

The oldest museum in the Netherlands, featuring an impressive collection of art, natural history exhibits, and scientific instruments from the 18th and 19th centuries.

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🎡🌬️🐈
Adriaan Windmill

One of the few remaining windmills in Haarlem, now a popular tourist attraction. The views from the top are well worth the climb for energetic cats!

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🎨🐱🥇
Frans Hals Museum

A stunning collection of works by Frans Hals and other Dutch Golden Age painters, housed in a beautiful building. Definitely worth a visit for art-loving cats.

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Corrie Ten Boomhuis

Former home of Corrie ten Boom, now a museum honoring her family's efforts to save Jews during World War II. A touching and significant place.

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Grote Markt

The central square of Haarlem, surrounded by beautiful historic buildings. Cat-friendly terraces and a weekly market make it a must-visit destination.

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Off the beaten path

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De Vishal
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Raaks Halle
3
The Hofjes
4
Proeflokaal De Blauwe Druif
5
Jopenkerk

Off the beaten path

1
De Vishal

Old fish-market transformed into a contemporary art gallery, showcasing cutting-edge Dutch art. 🐟🎨🔮

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Raaks Halle

Former municipal depot now turned cultural hub, hosting eclectic events and exhibitions. 🎭🎨🚪

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3
The Hofjes

A quiet oasis in the city center, where cats can stroll among traditional Dutch courtyards. 🌸🐱🌳

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4
Proeflokaal De Blauwe Druif

Tiny bar with a great selection of Dutch beers, hidden in a sleepy alley. 🍻🗝️🐾

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5
Jopenkerk

Former church turned brewery with a cozy atmosphere, live events, and delicious beer. 🍺🎵🌟

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biking friendly

Netherlands = Biking

walkable

Good infrastructure & parks

LGBTQ friendly

Dutch LGBTQ acceptance

Mindful meoweler tips

Visit the Grote Markt

Experience the vibrant city center with a plethora of restaurants and shops!

Try Dutch cuisine

Taste traditional Dutch delicacies like stroopwafels, bitterballen, and herring.

Climb the Molen De Adriaan

Climb this historic windmill for a beautiful view of Haarlem and the surrounding area.

Learn about Frans Hals Museum and Teylers Museum

Discover art and science at these world-renowned museums.

Take a stroll in the Hout neighborhood

Enjoy the beauty of nature in this picturesque and historic area.

Useful external sites

www.visithaarlem.com

Visit Haarlem↗

The official tourism website of Haarlem with information on attractions, events, hotels and restaurants.

www.iamsterdam.com/en

I Amsterdam↗

The official tourism website of Amsterdam with information on transportation, attractions and events near Haarlem.

haarlemcityblog.nl

Haarlem City Blog↗

A blog with insider tips on where to eat, drink, and explore in Haarlem.

Beware, most of the content was generated by AI