Travel Guide to Utrecht, Netherlands
Scenic spot introduction:
Netherlands Utrecht Utrecht is an ancient city on the canal and a university city in the Netherlands. Many tourists regard Amsterdam and other places as a must-go, but they ignore Utrecht This quiet but charming city. As the fourth largest city in the Netherlands, it has a history of nearly 2,000 years and well-preserved ancient architecture , leading tourists into the pure and calm atmosphere of the Middle Ages; at the same time, it is not lacking in modern elements. It can be said to be a unique journey like a dream.Attractions distribution:
Utrecht Utrecht is located in the central part of the Netherlands and is an important port along the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal. cathedral and Bell Tower （Dom Tower） Castle De Haar (Kasteel De Haar), Central Museum (Centraal Museum), full of fun Miffy's House （Dick Bruna Huis） Music Museum (Speelklok Nationaal Museum), a modern central railway station and a World Heritage Site Rietveld House (Rietveld Schröder House), full of natural wildness Holland Forest National Park (De Hoge Veluwe National Park), both Utrecht The main tourist attraction is also the best place to experience the city's culture, art, and development. Utrecht University Utrecht University is the best representative of the city's education level, especially its astronomy library, which is listed as one of the top ten most interesting libraries in the world.Scenic spot features:
antiquity architecture ,riverTransportation
Scenic spot location:
Europe > Netherlands
How to get there:
You can take the train to Amsterdam and other places Utrecht .
1. cathedral It is close to the Central Station, just a 10-minute walk away, or you can take bus lines 2 or 22 and get off at Domplein.
2. National Park: Take bus 106 to Otterlo or 108 to Hoenderloo; or drive along the signs for A1, A12, A50 highways.
3. Central Museum : Take bus number 2 from Central Station.
4. Music Museum : 10 minutes walk from the Central Station.
5. Castle De Haar :
(1) By car: Take the train from the Central Station to Vleuten, then take bus No. 127 and get off at Brink. It is then a 15-minute walk away.
(2) By car: From Amsterdam, take the A2 highway and exit at Exit 5; from The Hague/Rotterdam, take the A12 highway and exit at Exit 15.
Scenic area map:
3D real scene of scenic spot
Tickets
Utrecht ticket prices:
1. National Forest Park:
(1) Parks (excluding art galleries): 8.4 euros for adults, free for children aged 0-5 and students aged 6-12, 4.2 euros for children aged 6-12 and students over 12 years old.
(2) Park + Art Gallery: Adults 16.8 euros, children aged 0-5 years old free, children aged 6-12 years old and students over 12 years old 8.4 euros, students aged 6-12 years old 4.2 euros, and a 10% discount for groups of 20 or more.
2. cathedral free; Bell Tower Adults 7.50 EUR, children aged 4 to 12 EUR, seniors aged 65 or above 6.50 EUR.
3. Central Museum (Include Miffy's House and Rietveld House ): 11 euros for 18-64 years old, 9 euros for over 65 years old, U-pas and groups of more than 10 people, 5 euros for 13-17 years old, CJP and students; free for 0-12 years old, ICOM card, museum card, etc., free on Tuesdays with U-pas.
4. Music Museum : Adults 9.5 euros, children aged 4-12 years old 5.5 euros, U-pass adults 7.5 euros, children 4.25 euros, free with museum card.
5. Castle De Haar (Including park): Adults 12.50 euros, children aged 4-12 9 euros, children aged 0-3 and those with a museum card are free.
Scenic area opening hours:
1. National Forest Park:
(1) Park: November to March: 09:00-18:00; April: 08:00-20:00; May and August: 08:00-21:00; June and July: 08:00-22:00; September: 09:00-20:00; October: 09:00-19:00.
(2) Kröller-Müller Museum: Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-17:00, sculpture The park is open from 10:00 to 16:30; closed on Mondays and January 1st.
2. cathedral and Bell Tower :
(1) Church: Monday to Friday 10:00-17:00 (May to September)/11:00-16:00 (October to April); Saturday 11:00-15:30; Sunday 14:00-16:00.
(2) Bell Tower : Monday 12:00-18:00, Tuesday to Friday 10:00-18:00, Saturday 10:00-17:00, Sunday 12:00-17:00.
3. Central Museum , Miffy's House Tuesday to Sunday 11:00-17:00, Rietveld House Wednesday to Sunday 11:00-17:00; closed on Monday, April 30, December 25, and January 1.
4. Music Museum : Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-17:00.
5. Castle De Haar : Monday to Saturday 11:00-17:00, Sunday 11:00-18:00
Travel Tips
travelling guideline:
1. The cathedral holds morning and evening prayers twice every week, as well as sectarian concerts and Sunday morning religious services on weekends. In addition, certain non-religious events are held. A variety of souvenirs can be purchased at the Visitor Center in Church Square.
2. The national park provides nearly 2,000 white bicycles for free and more than 10 bicycle tour routes (ranging from 27 kilometers to 75 kilometers). There are simple and clear signs on the roadsides, so you don’t have to worry about getting lost; horse riding , Walking is also a good way to visit the park.
3. Guided tours are available at Rietveld House from Thursday to Sunday. Due to the control on the number of visitors, a maximum of 10 visitors can be accommodated indoors, and there are only 4 to 5 time slots per day, so reservations must be made by phone or online in advance.
4. The Music Museum can purchase a family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) for 28 euros, a combined ticket for the cathedral and the museum (valid for 7 days) for 13.5 euros for adults and 7.5 euros for children aged 4-12 years old.
5. Dehar Castle will have corresponding activities during special times such as Easter, and will also provide special tours for children on weekdays.
6. In the Numismatic Museum, you can watch a video introducing the process of printing banknotes. After watching it, you can also print a banknote with your own face on it, which is the best souvenir for visiting the museum.
6. Most attractions in the Netherlands will be closed on New Year's Day, Queen's Day on April 30, and Christmas Day, so please plan ahead.
Tour route:
Classic one-day trip: Central Railway Station → Canal → Church → Central Museum → Miffy Rabbit’s House → Music Box Museum
Leisurely two-day trip:
D1 Central Railway Station → Canal → Church → Central Museum→ Miffy’s House→ Music Box Museum
D2 Haaruilens Town_De Haar Castle
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Shopping recommendations:
(Shopping)
1. National Park Visitor Center: local products, wooden toys, clothes and park souvenirs; park bees, literary books, Zwienenkeuteltjes truffles.
2. Central Museum Bookstore: books, postcards, etc.
3. Miffy Bookstore: Miffy books, toys, T-shirts, postcards, etc., wooden box chair designed by Rietveld (189 euros).
4. Music Museum: music books, CDs, toys, etc.
5. Dehar Castle: art paintings, postcards, etc.
(Gourmet)
1. Restaurants, cafes, and teahouses in national parks.
2. Central Museum Restaurant.
3. Music Museum Cafe: apple pie, cakes, etc.
4. Dehar Castle Restaurant.
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