Things to do in Delft, South Holland Province: The Best Tours

April 8, 2022 Christa Meece

Vermeer’s birthplace and a true gem, Delft sits between The Hague and Rotterdam in the country’s southwest. The city’s name comes from the Dutch word for digging, fitting since canals are a highlight here. Others include the 13th-century Old Church, the 15th-century New Church and the Prinsenhof, once home to William of Orange and now a museum. Delft has long been a center for fine ceramics, and traditional hand painting methods can still be witnessed at Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles.
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1. Custom Private Tour through Netherlands from Amsterdam

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No tour that matches your wishes? Don’t worry, you can just design your own tour and we will deliver it. Customise an unforgettable Experience trough The Netherlands. Just let us know your requirements and we will design your personalised travel itinerary. This tour will be  operated in a  minivan for a more personalised experience without the crowds from large coach tours.  A professional, experienced and friendly driver/guide will accompany you throughout the day.

Inclusions: Transport by minivan, Friendly driver/guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Reviewed By Seaside782107

We travelled by train to Amsterdam and only saw one windmill - went past too quickly to get a photo. Zaanse Sch.. is a site where working windmills and other traditional Dutch working buildings have been brought together in one place. Plenty to see and do. Visiting inside of windmill was fascinating. The working clogs museum showing how they were traditionally made and more recent "industrial" processes was also worthwhile.

2. History of Holland: Delft, The Hague & Madurodam Tour

Dutch Tours and Transfers
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Visit a Delft Blue pottery factory and paint your own tiles! Discover the masterpieces of Rembrandt in the 17th century Mauritshuis, which also houses his most famous work ‘The Girl with the Pearl Earring’. Experience the Netherlands in miniature version and see if you can recognize some cities in Madurodam. During this tour you will visit the heart of the Dutch democracy. Your private chauffeur guide will explain you about the Binnenhof, home to the government of the Netherlands. Dating back to the 13th century, this is the oldest House of Parliament in the world to be still in use. Marvel at masterpieces of Rembrandt and Vermeer, such as The Girl with the Pearl Earring, in the 17th century Mauritshuis and visit the majestic Peace Palace where the International Court of Justice is located.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Guide

Reviewed By BBB999888

Picked up exactly on time in a beautiful new model vehicle which was pre fitted with an infant seat for my 1 year old son. Driver was a top guy and very knowledgeable of the destinations and local history. Family had a great, enjoyable day! Highly recommend to all

3. Self-Guided Interactive Walking Tour of Delft

Van Leeuwenhoeksingel 42A, 2611 AC Delft, Netherlands Qula City Experience
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Price per group of 2-6 people. Within 2 hours the Delft City Trail will guide you along the best spots in Delft, while playing fun riddles and assignments on your smartphone. Try to set a top score with family or friends and explore the city. There are no fixed starting times or reservations, you pick your own day and time. The Trail is available 24/7 and there is no time limit - you can start, pause and stop whenever it suits you! The Delft City Trail is 100% fun and the most affordable outing for families and groups of friends. How does it work? With your booking, you will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to install a free app on your smartphone. You will also receive an e-ticket with a QR code. If you scan the QR code with the App, the City Trail starts, it's that easy!

Inclusions: A super exciting City Trail for a team of max. 6 people!

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4. Join us on a Cultural Discovery Tour of Historic Delft

Nieuwe Church, Markt 80, 2611 GW Delft, Netherlands Explore Delft
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Go on a cultural journey through the historic center of Delft with a professional guide and be surprised! With this private tour, you will get a tailor-made tour that suits your interests and interests. This gives you plenty of time to take extensive photos and visit the sights that interest you. Ideal for a first introduction to Delft, but even if you have been to Delft before, there is still plenty to discover!

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: entrance to churches, museums

5. Photographic Tour in Delft Historical Center

Standbeeld van Hugo de Groot, GW, Markt, 2611 GS Delft, Netherlands Harold de Groot
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This is the best tour to return home with the best pictures. During the three-hour walk, we walk about five kilometers through the city center and pass all the well-known, but also many beautiful hidden gems of Delft. We follow the cozy canals and thus pass all the highlights, such as the Prinsenhof, Oostpoort and the Oude and Nieuwe Kerk. You can join with every kind of camera, a mobile phone as well. I give you tips and tricks for the most beautiful photos or suggestions for a nice composition. To give everyone enough personal attention, the group consists of no more than eight people. We take the time to take photos at beautiful locations. The best and fastest way to get home with beautiful photos. Be surprised by the beautiful result, also just with your mobile! There is plenty of time to experiment with shooting.

Inclusions: A map with tips and reccomendations

Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Tickets. We will not enter attractions.

6. Skip the Line: Experience Johannes Vermeer Ticket

Vermeer Centrum Delft
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The only place in the world to see all the paintings (reproductions) of Johannes Vermeer in one visit. And the place to learn more about his live, his family and the city he lived in.

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Reviewed By Beverly D

It was easy to get to and the works that were featured by various artists were interesting. We highly recommend it.

7. Visit three amazing cities: The Hague, Delft, and Leiden on a private tour

Sarah's Tours Amsterdam
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Your private, eight hour tour is 100% flexible, and the itinerary is up to you. We have listed some suggestions, but perhaps you love museums, or shopping, or food! Then just let us know and we can tailor this experience to whatever you desire. Your local guide/driver will pick you up from your Amsterdam accommodation, taking all the stress out of getting there. In The Hague, see the scenic city where the Dutch government is seated and where you’ll find Dutch landmarks such as: the Vredespaleis, the International Court of Justice, Paleis Noordeinde, the embassies, the upmarket shopping area. Then, head to Delft, famous for it's blue and white pottery, it’s historic city centre filled with students from the renowned University, and as the birthplace of Johannes Vermeer. Lastly, drive back through Leiden, the birthplace of Rembrandt. It is a stunning, University city known for it's architecture and cathedrals!. Your driver/guide will then return you safely your Amsterdam hotel!

Inclusions: Local Guide/ Driver, Pick ups and drop offs

Exclusions: Food Drink, Entrance into the Mauritshuis (optional extra), Tips (optional extra)

Reviewed By MikeCarrNYC

This was an amazing tour - highly recommend! I've taken many private tours around the world and working with Sarah was a top notch experience. I took this tour with a couple of friends and we had a great good time - Stan was our guide and he was amazing. We learned a lot about the museum, the key pieces like The Night Watch and we also learned a lot about Dutch culture. I look forward to visiting Amsterdam once again so I can take more of Sarah's tours!

8. Private Walking Tour: Delft's Royal History and Pottery

Markt 87, 2611 GS Delft, Netherlands Personalized private tours, discover Amsterdam
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Delve into royal Dutch history on this customizable private walking tour of Delft, a city in between Rotterdam and The Hague that's known for its historic town center, its signature Delft Blue pottery (Delftware) and, most importantly, its ties with the Dutch royal family. With your private guide, wander Old Town, see notable sights like the City Hall and the Prince’s Court, and visit the New Church to see where members of the Dutch royal family are buried, including William the Silent, the founding father of the Netherlands.

Inclusions: Private guide with commentary in preferred language, New Church

Exclusions: Admission to Royal Delft (optional), Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

Reviewed By Leeanne C

An absolute must. Our tour guide Hemelinde was brilliant and extremely accommodating. There was a confusion as to the meeting point however she rearranged her schedule to fit us in later in the day . Extremely informative and knowledgeable. Gives you good ideas of what else to do. Brilliant guide thank you

9. Fun Discovery Walk in Delft: Secret Alleys & Blue Ceramics

Ontwikkelingsbedrijf Spoorzone Delft B.V., Stationsplein 1, 2611 BV Delft, Netherlands Secret City Trails in Delft
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What makes Delft such a charming city? Navigate your way through cobbled streets and along beautiful canals, following in the footsteps of local creators, Vera and Jasper. Along the way, as you solve location-based riddles, you’ll discover their favourite local bars, historical sights, the oldest canal in the city, and you’ll meet the founding father of The Netherlands too. Make sure to look at everything a little bit closer, you might just find an answer where you least expect it! - Explore Delft during this interactive and fun discovery walk - Keep a comfortable distance from other people throughout the experience - Learn about the history and local stories of the city centre in a playful way - Solve location-based riddles to unlock directions to your next stop - See popular sights from a different angle and discover hidden local spots This discovery walk is an educational and fun activity for friends, couples, families with kids, curious locals, visitors, and team building.

Inclusions: A link to the web app game (received via email). The game is played in the browser of your phone.

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10. Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Small Group Tour

Heineken Experience, Stadhouderskade 78, 1072 AE Amsterdam, Netherlands Tour Company
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Enjoy a 9-hour full-day small-group tour from Amsterdam in a luxurious minivan. Your first destination will be the picturesque city of Rotterdam, where you will also be able to enjoy a harbor cruise. Spend the afternoon exploring the towns of The Hague and Delft. Be accompanied by a professional, experienced and friendly driver/guide throughout the day.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees, and handling charges, Free WIFI, Harbor cruise of the world’s largest port, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

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Reviewed By Seaside782107

We travelled by train to Amsterdam and only saw one windmill - went past too quickly to get a photo. Zaanse Sch.. is a site where working windmills and other traditional Dutch working buildings have been brought together in one place. Plenty to see and do. Visiting inside of windmill was fascinating. The working clogs museum showing how they were traditionally made and more recent "industrial" processes was also worthwhile.

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