Top Things to do in South Holland Province
Top Restaurants in South Holland Province
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The 10 Best Gardens in South Holland Province, The Netherlands
Encompassing two of the Netherlands’ three largest cities (Rotterdam and The Hague), Zuid-Holland (South Holland) is also home to important towns like Leiden, Gouda and Delft. And many lovely smaller towns dot the gorgeous green landscape. Alphen aan den Rijn has several interesting attractions, including Dutch history theme park Archeon. Picturesque Kinderdijk, birthplace of the legend of the Cat and the Cradle, also has many windmills that together are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Restaurants in South Holland Province
1. Historische Druivenkwekerij Sonnehoeck
2. Arboretum Heempark
3. Botanische Tuin Afrikaanderwijk
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
4. Rotterdamse Munt
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Welkom bij Rotterdamse Munt. In onze heerlijke oase groeien kruiden en eetbare bloemen uit alle windstreken. Ontdek wat deze stadsnatuur je te bieden heeft, volg een inspirerende workshop of geniet van de rust met een zalig kopje kruidenthee of lunch met gerechten bereid met lokale producten en de kruiden en eetbare bloemen uit de tuin.
5. Keukenhof
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4.5 based on 12,079 reviews
Keukenhof is the independent, international showcase for the Dutch floricultural sector, with a special emphasis on flower bulbs. In the space of 8 weeks Keukenhof demonstrates what the Dutch floricultural sector has to offer. The focus in the park is on the 7 million spring flowering bulbs. 100 flower bulb companies display their products and 500 growers present an enormous variety of cut flowers and pot plants at more than 20 flower shows.
Reviewed By devnprt1 - Las Vegas, United States
Even though the tulips blooming season is very fickle due to the weather, lots of other type of flowers inside large building. Cafes are available for indoor and outdoor seating. You could spend a half day easily strolling through the large, 80 acres, of paths, ponds and indoor pavilions full of flowers and the famous tulip fields (when in bloom.) If you go, arrive in the morning before the crowds.
6. Trompenburg Gardens & Arboretum
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4.5 based on 224 reviews
Trompenburg Gardens & Arboretum is the green pearl in the city of Rotterdam. Throughout the year admiring visitors come and enjoy exploring the gardens. Nature’s beauty changes magically with each new season. This former country estate covers 20 acres and boasts a magnificent collection of plants that includes very old beeches and oaks, 700 varieties of rhododendron, more than 100 varieties of holly, the Dutch National Collection of Hostas and countless others. Refreshments can be had on the sunny terrace at the entrance or in the cosy tea room in De Uithoek where they also serve lunch.
Reviewed By BOGGERVID
This is also Rotterdam! A beautiful and well maintained botanical paradise. It is accessible in a wheelchair and plenty of resting places. The tea room has a great menu and the food is surprisingly diverse and very good. The cakes are delicious!
7. Japanese Garden
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4.5 based on 587 reviews
Reviewed By ViolettaM239 - The Hague, The Netherlands
Open usually in May and two weeks in October, the Japanese garden receives more and more visitors each year. Photography and theme photo shoot lovers can't miss the garden in blossom. It's a modest size garden, well curated and looked after. Weekdays visit may be better as on a weekend the place is too busy to have any pleasurable impression and idea of the garden the essence of which- to rejoice with nature in harmony, solitude and silence.
8. The Flower Bulb Region
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4.5 based on 141 reviews
Bollenstreek.nl knows everything about the flower fields in Holland and the possibilities to discover the flower fields near Keukenhof on you own or with a sightseeing flower tour. We know where the best blooming flower fields are and you might even get in touch with a flower farmer.
Reviewed By Bross24 - Ketchum, United States
We decided to see more incredible flower fields so we took a 35 minute train ride from The Hague to Hillegom. As we approached Hillegom on the train the fields were spectacular vivid colors of orange, yellow, purple, and reds. There was a small sign pointing to Hillegom Center. We walked over 1 km but never found the town center, nor did we find bicycles to rent or any information how to best explore the vast distances by foot. I checked Uber and in 3 minutes a wonderful driver Goran picked us up. He spoke perfect English, is delightful and he drove us around to the amazingly beautiful tulip fields stopping everywhere. We made many stops, got out of the car to absorb the magic and took dozens of photos. Absolutely had a great 50 minute “tour” with Goran. He then dropped us off back to the train station and then we visited lovely Leiden.
9. PlantenTuin Esveld
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
When you visit Boskoop in the Netherlands, you definitely have to come to PlantenTuin Esveld. PlantenTuin Esveld is one of the most well-known nurseries in Boskoop. Our nursery is one of the few in this village that has public access and sells plants to individuals. Come over and strawl along thousands of different species. You can buy plants for your garden or just take a walk through our Japanese maple garden. The Japanese maple garden was founded in 1865 and houses a number of very old beautiful trees. The fairy-tale like location is worth a visit.. and the good news is... it's totally free to walk around the premises. Besides walking there is a possibility to go on boat trips (reservation required, €5 pp) and have coffee, lunch or homemade pastries in our coffee- and teahouse.
Reviewed By markgG3207XC
Excellent range of rare and high quality plants. I have never been to the garden myself (hope to be able to do so soon), but I have order plants for several years. They are able to send them to your country in superb condition. Highly recommended!
10. Landgoed Clingendael
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4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By neilpM3206PO - Houston, United States
Such a great park right in the middle of a great town. Just a wonderful place to spend a day or two. Wandering walking it’s just a great place in the woods close to everything. Ans very few bikes
