Top 9 Historic Sites in Gouda, South Holland Province

January 7, 2022 Ying Subia

Lying about 15 miles northeast of Rotterdam, Gouda is most famous for its eponymous cheese. One of its most prized attractions, De Waag on the town square, was once a weighing house for cheese traders and now features an exhibit detailing the entire cheese making process. Also on the square is the 15th-century town hall, one of the oldest in the Netherlands. On Thursday mornings during the summer, the town’s Markt turns back into a traditional cheese market, something not to be missed.
Restaurants in Gouda

1. StadswandelingenGouda

Market Markt, 2801 AA Gouda The Netherlands +31 6 24363385 [email protected] http://www.stadswandelingengouda.nl
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StadswandelingenGouda

A historic city walk in the historic center of Gouda. You will walk in a small group of max. 20 people. The experienced guides show you the most beautiful and interesting places in Gouda. The small scale of the city is attractive for walking. You will be surprised what Gouda has to offer. You are welcome. Robert

2. Sint-Janskerk

Achter de Kerk 2, 2801 JW Gouda The Netherlands +31 6 48381257 [email protected] http://www.sintjan.com/
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4.5 based on 528 reviews

Sint-Janskerk

THE LONGEST CHURCH OF THE NETHERLANDS The great fire of 1552 destroyed much of the medieval church of Saint John. Shortly after the disaster, the council commissioned the reconstruction of the most startling church of Holland. With 123 meters it is also the longest church in The Netherlands THE 72 STAINED-GLASS WINDOWS ARE WORLD-FAMOUS Entering the Church of St. John, one falls silent at the sight of the majestic space with the 72 world-famous stained-glass windows. That first experience will only get stronger when you see the marvellous light by the 'Dutch Masters' invading the Church. The rich history of Holland can be read in the large windows. It is a beginning of an impressive discovery along biblical and historical scenes of human emotions. Then you understand that the Gouda St. John is one of the highest rated attractions in the Netherlands!

Reviewed By exploringwithjune - The Netherlands, null

After visiting the museum we stopped by the church. As we'd already learned so much at the museum, we just wanted to pop in for half an hour. Therefore we didn't take an audio tour, which is included in the price, and instead walked around by ourselves. We received a leaflet with some information, which highlighted a couple of the gorgeous stained glass windows. We struggled finding the right numbers to go with the texts at times, but overall it was a lovely way to see the church and to learn something while wandering around. The architecture is really impressive and the windows are pure art. Some windows that interested us weren't included in the leaflet, but it is logical that choices had to be made. If we hadn't gone to the museum, we would've probably also gotten the audio tour as I can imagine that it's way more complete. The church also has a little gift shop with a good variety of products . We entered for free as we both have a museumkaart. Regular prices are 9 euros for adults, 5,25 for kids aged 13-17 and kids under 13 can visit for free. I definitely think this is really pricey for a church. If you visit with a family and, just like us, want to walk around for a short while, it will set you back 30 euros for a relatively quick visit. I can imagine that that can be a lot of money for some families. Also, I think it is really important for kids to see churches like these and learn about the history and architecture, so it should be made more accessible. With commissioning these prices; I think they put off people from visiting. Also, many other impressive churches in our country are free. If I hadn't had my museumkaart, I would probably not have gone in. Concluding, it was a lovely visit but I do wish that they would reconsider their prices.

3. Red Lion Windmill (Molen De Roode Leeuw)

Vest 65, 2801 VE Gouda The Netherlands +31 182 522 041
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Red Lion Windmill (Molen De Roode Leeuw)

4. Museum De Moriaan

Westhaven 29, 2801 PJ Gouda The Netherlands +31 182 588 444
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Museum De Moriaan

5. Gouda Cheese Market

Markt 35, 2801 JK Gouda The Netherlands +31 182 589 110 [email protected] http://www.goudakaasstad.nl/en/home#kaasmarkt
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Gouda Cheese Market

Reviewed By medico44 - Margate, United Kingdom

excellent opportunity to buy the big originals Gouda cheese with reasonable prices, is hel in april til august on thursday.Bargain the price is a plus and mandatory

6. De Vier Gekroonden

Naaierstraat 6 De Vier Gekroonden uit 1527 aan de Naaierstraat 6 tussen Markt en Turfmarkt, 2801 NE Gouda The Netherlands http://www.rijksmonumenten.nl/monument/16868/de-vier-gekroonden/gouda/
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De Vier Gekroonden

7. Swanenburghshofje

Swanenburghshofje 1 Swanenburghshofje 1 uit 1692-1892 tussen Groeneweg en Spieringstraat, 2801 ZG Gouda The Netherlands http://www.rijksmonumenten.nl/monument/16927/swanenburghs-hofje/gouda/
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8. Rijksmonument De Visbanken

Hoge Gouwe, 2800 AA Gouda The Netherlands http://www.rijksmonumenten.nl
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Rijksmonument De Visbanken

9. Barbaratoren

Kuiperstraat 42 Barbaratoren te Gouda uit 1501 aan de Kuiperstraat 42 tussen Keizerstraat en Raam, 2801 NS Gouda The Netherlands http://www.rijksmonumenten.nl/monument/16836/barbaratoren/gouda/
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