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What to do and see in Delft, South Holland Province: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
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. StadsgidsDelft - Guided Tours Delft
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5.0 based on 46 reviews
We provide guided tours in beautiful and historic Delft, Leiden and The Hague. We can arrange guided tours or a fully customized program including the best museums, churches, lunch or diner. With a professional and private guide, you'll get the full Dutch experience! Our tours are in Dutch, English or German (tours in other languages are available). We can also arrange day trips to other cities in the Netherlands with private guide and car on request.
2. DelftByCycle
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5.0 based on 34 reviews
Bicycle Tours & Rentals in Delft: Discover Delft with your local guides or rent a city bicycle! Cycling through our beloved Prinsenstad (Princecity): historical monuments, cozy squares, green parcs, street-art and other hotspots. "That's how we roll!"
3. Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles
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4.5 based on 1,046 reviews
Royal Delft, established in 1653, is the last remaining Delft earthenware factory from the 17th century. The world famous blue and white earthenware is still entirely handpainted according to centuries old tradition. Visit Royal Delft and see how we still authentically produce Royal Delftware!
Reviewed By gaia43 - Turners Falls, United States
I have never been a big fan of Royal Delft pottery though knowing it’s history and evolution; seeing master painters at work (up to ten years of training!); and touring its facility with a “magical” garden, large gift shop and lovely cafe have “sold” me. No, I may not purchase Delft pottery pieces though I have learned to appreciate and respect how it came to be and continues to enrich the world with its beauty.
4. PAAUW the delft blue factory
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4.5 based on 291 reviews
Family owned Delft Pottery that produces the hand-painted traditional Delftware. Free guided tours by professional guides. Showroom en shop.
5. Museum Prinsenhof Delft
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4.5 based on 584 reviews
The Museum Prinsenhof Delft offers a unique opportunity to explore the history of the Netherlands, Delft and delftware. The museum is housed in a building of great historical importance, the site of some of the most dramatic and consequential events of Dutch history. It was once the court of William of Orange, the Father of the Dutch Nation. In the museum you will also discover the role the citizens of Delft played in the history of the Netherlands and how delftware became the global brand it is today.
Reviewed By FamVanV - The Hague, The Netherlands
Great to have almost 30 paintings from all over the world of Golden Age (Gouden Eeuw) painter Pieter de Hooch in his creative home town Delft. The Prinsenhof museum is a historical place that does right to De Hooch’s paintings. Although PDH might not be as famous as his contemporary colleague from Delft, Vermeer, this temporary exhibition (till 16 February 2020!) is definitely worthwhile a visit to Delft in the next few weeks!
6. Oostpoort
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4.5 based on 412 reviews
Reviewed By 1973martin
A visit to Delft is not complete without walking over Delft's own tower bridge. Someone actually lives here!
7. Beestenmarkt
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4.5 based on 749 reviews
Reviewed By Justinepouw - Maassluis, The Netherlands
This Market is a great place to sit and relax. The beautiful architecture around as well as the great hospitality options are a lovely setting for enjoyment
8. Maria van Jessekerk
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4.5 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By 1Michelle - Fort Lauderdale, United States
No admission fee. The Church is full of beautiful things to see! Stained glass windows, artwork and a great ambience. The Church is still an active Roman Catholic Church, built around 1875. Great organ and choir!
9. Markt
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4.5 based on 698 reviews
Reviewed By 945denisk - Tilburg, The Netherlands
Whoever comes to Delft automatically ends up on the market. Cozy square with a lot of history. The logical center of Delft with its (souvenir) shops, many terraces and a variety of dining options. With the Nieuwe Kerk on one side and the historic town hall on the other, you have an ideal backdrop for enjoying on one of the many large terraces. There is always something going on at the market, such as a wedding in the town hall, tourists who want to visit the tomb of Willem van Oranje or the Oranges in the church.
10. Stadhuis van Delft (City Hall Delft)
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4.5 based on 345 reviews
Reviewed By JeanneJ739
Handsome and colorful, the Delft town hall on the main square has working offices inside. The central gray tower was an old fortification tower which had houses built up around it for protection. When they burned years ago the town hall was built around the tower. The jail continued to be in the tower and there are tours available of the jail cells and torture instruments. We were told that for a price when you exit after being married in the town hall you can have the carillon in the new church at the other end of the square play a song of your choice, What a great way to surprise your sweetie!
