Culture of Haarlem. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
In Harlem, there is a religious landmark known far beyond the country's borders - the Cathedral of Saint Bavo. The building distinguished by its unique architectural style was quite a complicated and ambitious project of its time. The main decoration of the cathedral is a beautiful wooden arch supported by 28 powerful columns. When exploring its interior, visitors will be impressed by the luxurious decoration, every element of the church is thought out to the smallest detail. Rare cedar wood was used in the construction of the main nave's ceiling. Walls of the church are still adorned with ancient frescoes and handmade decor items.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Haarlem and surroundings
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Public palaces near Haarlem
♥ Palace 'Royal Palace of Amsterdam' , 16.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Huis ten Bosch Palace' , 36.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Lange Voorhout Palace' , 38.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Kneuterdijk Palace' , 39.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Peace Palace' , 39.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Noordeinde Palace' , 39.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Kasteel Drakestein' , 44.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Royal Palace of Amsterdam' , 16.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Huis ten Bosch Palace' , 36.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Lange Voorhout Palace' , 38.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Kneuterdijk Palace' , 39.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Peace Palace' , 39.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Noordeinde Palace' , 39.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Kasteel Drakestein' , 44.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
Art galleries in Haarlem and around
♥ Art museum 'Frans Hals Museum' Haarlem, 1.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Stedelijk Museum' Amsterdam, 15.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Van Gogh Museum' Amsterdam, 15.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Cobra Museum' Amstelveen, 15.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Rijksmuseum Amsterdam' Amsterdam, 16 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Frans Hals Museum' Haarlem, 1.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Stedelijk Museum' Amsterdam, 15.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Van Gogh Museum' Amsterdam, 15.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Cobra Museum' Amstelveen, 15.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Rijksmuseum Amsterdam' Amsterdam, 16 km from the center. On the map Photo
Cathedrals and basilicas near Haarlem
♥ Kathedrale Basiliek van Sint-Bavo, Haarlem, 2.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de H. Nicolaas, Ijsselstein, 17.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de H. Johannes de Doper, Laren, 41.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Kathedrale Sint Maarten, Utrecht, 44.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Sint Catharinakathedraal, Utrecht, 44.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Kathedrale Kerk van de HH Laurentius en Elisabeth, Rotterdam, 52 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de H. Liduina en Onze Lieve Vrouw van de Rozenkrans, Schiedam, 52.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Kathedrale Basiliek van Sint-Bavo, Haarlem, 2.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de H. Nicolaas, Ijsselstein, 17.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de H. Johannes de Doper, Laren, 41.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Kathedrale Sint Maarten, Utrecht, 44.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Sint Catharinakathedraal, Utrecht, 44.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Kathedrale Kerk van de HH Laurentius en Elisabeth, Rotterdam, 52 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de H. Liduina en Onze Lieve Vrouw van de Rozenkrans, Schiedam, 52.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Unique spots in Haarlem and near
Keukenhof Flower Park
From the series “Top 16 Most Unusual and Original Parks and Gardens”
Check on the map: Distance from Haarlem center - 12.9 km.
Currently, the park area occupies 32 hectares. Each year, about 7 million flowers are planted on its territory. In addition, the park features more than 90 species of trees, as well as artificial lakes, ponds, canals, and streams. Keukenhof is made for walking, so the length of all its footpaths is around 15 km. Romantic natures will be able to travel around the lakes and canals by boat. Fans of art will love the park too, as it has a rich collection of sculptures of different eras. The youngest guests are sure to enjoy an entertainment complex, as well as a farm with animals. …
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Lisse Tulip Fields
From the series “Top 13 Most Colorful and Picturesque Places on the Planet”
Check on the map: Distance from Haarlem center - 14.1 km.
In total, more than three billion flowers are planted annually on plantations. Almost all flowers grown on plantations are exported to the other countries. Tourists traveling to Lisse can visit the beautiful plantations as part of a bus excursion. The followers of the more original entertainments, prefer to enjoy the colorful landscape during the helicopter excursion. From the height you can appreciate the size of the plantations and their harmonious shape. …
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Electric Ladyland Fluorescent Museum
From the series “15 Unofficial Man-Made Wonders of the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Haarlem center - 15.5 km.
In recent years, the museum's collection replenished with a variety of unusual sculptures. The layout of the Earth and a huge statue of Shiva are among the most impressive ones. Visit to the amazing museum in Amsterdam promises to be not only memorable, but also very informative event. Guests will learn about using fluorescence in contemporary art, industry and even marketing. They will understand how the thinnest ray of light is able to turn even an ordinary gray stone into a priceless piece of art. …
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Saudi Arabia to Open 38 Hotels in Diriyah
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022. Read this
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Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022. Read this
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Haarlem
Landmarks of culture on Haarlem map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Haarlem. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Haarlem: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Haarlem. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!