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Enjoy shopping for home, garden, yourself or someone else!

Shopping in Leidschendam Centre

Great architecture, great atmosphere: these are just two of the many good reasons to visit Leidschendam Centre.

Shopping in the Huygenskwartier

The Huygenskwartier in Voorburg is a charming, authentic shopping area with a rich history. Here you will find unique boutiques and specialty stores for the latest fashion trends, fun accessories, kids clothing and the daily groceries. You’ll most definitely find everything you need!

Shopping around the Julianabaan

The numerous shops along the Julianabaan in Voorburg have everything one could wish for. In this characteristic part of Voorburg you can fully submerge yourself for a fun day of shopping.

Shopping in Westfield Mall of the Netherlands

Grand, yet intimate, bustling, yet spacious: Westfield Mall of the Netherlands is all of this, and much more. In this spectacular mall, an afternoon of shopping easily extends into a fun night out. Experience international allure with a Dutch twist!

Food and drink

Culinary enjoyment thanks to the best snacks, drinks and top dishes.

Hospitality in Huygenskwartier

There is a wide range of hospitality outlets in the historic and characteristic centre of Voorburg. The shopping area Oud-Voorburg contains numerous shops, hospitality outlets and other activities in a unique historic setting.

Hospitality in Mall of the Netherlands

The Westfield Mall of the Netherlands has 18 unique restaurants, each with its own unique style and flavours. Whether you’re in for a tasty hamburger or an Indian vegan meal: the mall has something for everyone.

Central Park Voorburg

At boutique hotel Central Park Voorburg, romance is always in the air. Housed in a national monument with a beautifully designed interior, the hotel provides a special holiday atmosphere. The restaurant also offers a very impressive selection of dishes.

Culinary outlets along the Julianabaan

Whether you feel like enjoying a long lunch or a bite to take home: the Julianabaan has it all. Here you can buy the most delicious food from one of the unique stalls, big chains or at the supermarket.

Restaurant Waterfront

At Restaurant Waterfront, you can eat delicious dishes looking out over the water. In the peaceful ambiance of the restaurant, you truly feel that you are surrounded by nature, yet not far from the bustling city of Leiden.

Hospitality in Stompwijk

De Bles is a contemporary, modern business in a historic building with a rich history. De Bles has a very accessible atmosphere and is renowned for the quality of its food and friendly service.

Courses and workshops

There's always something to learn in Leidschendam-Voorburg.

Bibliotheek aan de Vliet Voorburg

Whatever you're interested in: Bibliotheek aan de Vliet Voorburg has a book about it. The large collection of books enables readers of all ages to enjoy reading, either at home or at one of the reading tables in the library.

Workshops by Brugman Art

In the heart of the historic centre of Voorburg, Brugman Art is organising workshops in the field of painting, sculpture, pottery and much more.

Houtzaagmolen de Salamander

De Salamander is a typical Dutch sawmill, located in Leidschendam. The mill was rebuilt in 1778. A steam engine was installed so that sawing could continue in windless conditions, a technique which was quite new in those days.

Studio Imby

Have you always wanted to play with fonts, letters and printing techniques? Then look no further than studio Imby!

Bibliotheek aan de Vliet Stompwijk

Bibliotheek aan de Vliet makes borrowing books easy in Stompwijk too. This lovely new building has a big collection of books filled with interesting stories.

ArtiBrak

The atmospheric ArtiBrak gallery is housed at Herenstraat 44, in the historic centre of Voorburg. Exhibitions featuring remarkable artworks are held in the gallery every four weeks.

With kids

There's plenty to do for the very young and slightly older kids too!

Storm Aquapark Vlietland

Storm Aquapark Vlietland offers adventurous and fun entertainment for children of all ages. At the Aquapark, there are trampolines, an inflatable parkour on the water with several options for climbing and sliding, a volleyball circuit and much more.

Boerderij Akkerlust

Hotel Boerderij Akkerlust is situated near the beach, in the middle of the countryside and near The Hague and Leiden.

Studio Imby

Have you always wanted to play with fonts, letters and printing techniques? Then look no further than studio Imby!

Recreatiegebied Vlietland

The 300-hectare Vlietland recreational area is one of the biggest and most attractive areas for water sports and recreation in the Netherlands! The heart of Vlietland is consists of three lakes, surrounded are woods, streams, fields and a gorgeous park.

Theater Ludens

Theater Ludens is the cultural hotspot of Leidschendam-Voorburg! With over 150 performances every yeat, the theatre has an amazing programme for all ages, including cabaret, plays, youth performances, concerts and films.

Climbing park Het Klimeiland

The climbing circuit at Het Klimeiland consists of 50 climbing obstacles and 10 cable cars. There is even a cable car of over 100 metres long. The climbing circuit offers both beginning and advanced climbers a real challenge.

Art and culture

The nicest theatres, museums, galleries and sculptures.

Bibliotheek aan de Vliet Leidschendam

The Bibliotheek aan de Vliet Leidschendam is full of books for readers of all ages. Whether you like literature, architecture, history or biology: here you will find interesting books about any theme you can think of.

ArtiBrak

The atmospheric ArtiBrak gallery is housed at Herenstraat 44, in the historic centre of Voorburg. Exhibitions featuring remarkable artworks are held in the gallery every four weeks.

Bibliotheek aan de Vliet Stompwijk

Bibliotheek aan de Vliet makes borrowing books easy in Stompwijk too. This lovely new building has a big collection of books filled with interesting stories.

Huygens’ Hofwijck

Museum Hofwijck in Voorburg focuses on two key Dutch figures from the Golden Age: Constantijn and Christiaan Huygens. In 2004, the garden of the Hofwijck estate was reconstructed based on the original. This is a wonderful place for walking!

Theater Ludens

Theater Ludens is the cultural hotspot of Leidschendam-Voorburg! With over 150 performances every yeat, the theatre has an amazing programme for all ages, including cabaret, plays, youth performances, concerts and films.

Het Veur Theater

Het Veur Theater is the place to go for performances and parties! The theatre is housed in a church building dating from 1908, which contributes to the unique atmosphere. All year round, it hosts special plays, one-man-shows, cabaret performances and more.

Walking and cycling

Embrace adventure across the city and the countryside, together or on your own.

Natuurgebied Duin Horst en Weide

Duin Horst & Weide is a wonderful area for recreation and relaxation. Between the cities of Leiden, The Hague and Zoetermeer, Duin Horst & Weide offers a peaceful and spacious environment with lots of variety.

Huize Middenburg

Huize Middenburg is a very special building. The 17th century house is hidden behind the trees and shrubs. Around Huize Middenburg, you can enjoy walks in one of the two parks and relax on the grass.

Recreatiegebied Nieuwe Driemanspolder

The Nieuwe Driemanspolder is, as the name suggests, a new recreation area that connects with the Westerpark and the Buytenpark in Zoetermeer.

Recreatiegebied Vlietland

The 300-hectare Vlietland recreational area is one of the biggest and most attractive areas for water sports and recreation in the Netherlands! The heart of Vlietland is consists of three lakes, surrounded are woods, streams, fields and a gorgeous park.

Treasures along De Vliet

Leidschendam-Voorburg has so much to offer. Why not explore everything during a lovely walk or bike ride through the region?

Molendriegang Leidschendam

In the 17th century, seven mills were built in Stompwijk to drain the surrounding polders. The northernmost three were preserved. For lovers of photography, Dutch views and walks past historic locations, the Molendriegang is the place to be.

History and architecture

Two thousand years' history in one municipality

Informational panel Voetbal Noortheylaan

In 2018, scientific research provided evidence that Leidschendam is the birthplace of Dutch football. Because until 1882, Leidschendam was home to Jongenskostschool Noorthey, where the first football match on Dutch soil was played around 1864.

Houtzaagmolen de Salamander

De Salamander is a typical Dutch sawmill, located in Leidschendam. The mill was rebuilt in 1778. A steam engine was installed so that sawing could continue in windless conditions, a technique which was quite new in those days.

Central Park Voorburg

At boutique hotel Central Park Voorburg, romance is always in the air. Housed in a national monument with a beautifully designed interior, the hotel provides a special holiday atmosphere. The restaurant also offers a very impressive selection of dishes.

Audio Tour Leidschendam-Voorburg

The Municipality of Leidschendam-Voorburg has a rich history. Take the Leidschendam-Voorburg Audio Tour on a walking tour of the town and learn all about the special locations in the municipality.

Ancient Roman city Forum Hadriani

On the site of what is now Voorburg, there was once a Gallo-Roman city, the northernmost city on the European mainland: Forum Hadriani.

Molendriegang Leidschendam

In the 17th century, seven mills were built in Stompwijk to drain the surrounding polders. The northernmost three were preserved. For lovers of photography, Dutch views and walks past historic locations, the Molendriegang is the place to be.

Overnight accommodation

Have a great stay at our top-notch hotels, campsites and B&Bs.

Boerderij Berg

Situated in the middle of the green meadows around Stompwijk lays Boerderij Berg. At this dairy farm, Arjan and Yvonne have 65 cows. And because they want everybody to be able to enjoy the peace of the countryside, you can stay the night in one of the five hay barns.

Camping Noorthey

Camping Noorthey has luxury camping places and two apartments and is a fantastic starting point for cycle rides and walks through fields, woods and dunes. Here you can relax and enjoy the gorgeous nature!

Fletcher Leidschendam-Den Haag

Thanks to the unique location of the Fletcher Hotel, city, beach and countryside are within easy reach. Whether you are looking for nature, history or city centre, the hotel is the perfect place to explore The Hague and its surroundings.

Central Park Voorburg

At boutique hotel Central Park Voorburg, romance is always in the air. Housed in a national monument with a beautifully designed interior, the hotel provides a special holiday atmosphere. The restaurant also offers a very impressive selection of dishes.

Buitenplaats Molenwei

Nature and recreational farm Buitenplaats Molenwei is working on a future-proof countryside where everyone is welcome. Together with ambassadors, professionals and organisations, they create multiple values, both ecological, social, sustainable and recreational. There’s always something cultural, sporty or games-related going on at the various event locations on the site. Which makes the estate a special […]

Holiday Inn The Hague - Voorburg

Spend a comfortable night at a central location in the heart of the Randstad at Holiday Inn The Hague – Voorburg.

For young people

The coolest places for teens and young adults!

Buitenplaats Molenwei

Nature and recreational farm Buitenplaats Molenwei is working on a future-proof countryside where everyone is welcome. Together with ambassadors, professionals and organisations, they create multiple values, both ecological, social, sustainable and recreational. There’s always something cultural, sporty or games-related going on at the various event locations on the site. Which makes the estate a special […]

Youseum

At the Youseum in the Westfield Mall of the Netherlands, you are the artwork! In thirty unusual and uniquely themed rooms, you can play, explore and take as many crazy photos as you want!

Zwembad De Fluit

Enjoy swimming with your family, your friends or just solo at Zwembad De Fluit. For years, the pool has been a real household name in the region!

Huygens’ Swaensteyn

Huygens’ Swaensteyn is home to history, arts and culture from Voorburg and Leidschendam. The museum is housed in the Notarishuis on the Herenstraat, one of the oldest buildings in Voorburg’s Huygenskwartier.

Storm Aquapark Vlietland

Storm Aquapark Vlietland offers adventurous and fun entertainment for children of all ages. At the Aquapark, there are trampolines, an inflatable parkour on the water with several options for climbing and sliding, a volleyball circuit and much more.

Recreatiegebied Vlietland

The 300-hectare Vlietland recreational area is one of the biggest and most attractive areas for water sports and recreation in the Netherlands! The heart of Vlietland is consists of three lakes, surrounded are woods, streams, fields and a gorgeous park.

In nature

Panoramic views and green forests: time to get out and about.

Tropische Vlindertuin

Vlinders aan de Vliet is a small tropical zoo in Leidschendam, near The Hague with hundreds of colourful butterflies, birds, fish, turtles, reptiles and some unusual insects.

Recreatiegebied Vlietland

The 300-hectare Vlietland recreational area is one of the biggest and most attractive areas for water sports and recreation in the Netherlands! The heart of Vlietland is consists of three lakes, surrounded are woods, streams, fields and a gorgeous park.

Natuurgebied Leidschendammerhout

In Natuurgebied Leidschendammerhout, Highland cattle grazes near the ponds and birds nest in the trees. In this extensive nature area, there are endless possibilities for walks and horseback rides. With the many kilometres of footpaths and bridlepaths, there’s a lot to experience for people and horses.

The Green Outdoor Play Card

With the Green Outdoor Play Card, you can discover the nicest green spots in Leidschendam, Stompwijk, and Voorburg – from parks to petting zoos – and turn every outing with your (grand)child into a healthy and fun adventure.

Vogelplas Starrevaart

Vogelplas Starrevaart is located southwest of the Vlietland recreation area. This is a particularly attractive area for the many birds that visit the lake looking for food, and a place to nest and rest. So, the ideal spot for birdwatchers!

Stadstuin Rusthout

In the bustling heart of Leidschendam, you will find Stadstuin Rusthout. A lovely location with farm animals, a nice nature playground and much more. Here you can relax and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. It’s also a lot of fun for the kids!

Sport and games

Fun and exercise for young and old: so many options

Buitenplaats Molenwei

Nature and recreational farm Buitenplaats Molenwei is working on a future-proof countryside where everyone is welcome. Together with ambassadors, professionals and organisations, they create multiple values, both ecological, social, sustainable and recreational. There’s always something cultural, sporty or games-related going on at the various event locations on the site. Which makes the estate a special […]

Recreatiegebied Vlietland

The 300-hectare Vlietland recreational area is one of the biggest and most attractive areas for water sports and recreation in the Netherlands! The heart of Vlietland is consists of three lakes, surrounded are woods, streams, fields and a gorgeous park.

Zwembad Forum Kwadraat

Zwembad Forum Kwadraat is especially for people who like to exercise in the water or want to learn how to swim (better). With the support of several funds, the swimming pool organises sporty afternoons, interesting courses and fun training activities for all ages!

Windsurfvereniging Vlietland

Windsurfvereniging Vlietland the place to learn or improve your wind surfing! As a real windsurf lover, you will find everything you need at this club. The club also organises lots of fun activities.

Watersportvereniging Leidschendam en omstreken

Watersportvereniging Leidschendam & omstreken is on the outskirts of Vlietland recreational area, right along the Vliet and in the middle of the Randstad. The perfect start, stop or resting place for a boat trip through the region!

Boot- en kanoverhuur De Merenburger

For over 90 years, De Merenburger has been renting out rowboats, fishing boats, motorboats, boat trailers and canoes. And from De Merenburger, it’s just ten minutes to Recreatiegebied Vlietland.

On the water

Sailing, paddling, rowing and swimming: you can do it all!

Windsurfvereniging Vlietland

Windsurfvereniging Vlietland the place to learn or improve your wind surfing! As a real windsurf lover, you will find everything you need at this club. The club also organises lots of fun activities.

Storm Aquapark Vlietland

Storm Aquapark Vlietland offers adventurous and fun entertainment for children of all ages. At the Aquapark, there are trampolines, an inflatable parkour on the water with several options for climbing and sliding, a volleyball circuit and much more.

Lock in Leidschendam

Around the lock in the historic centre of Leidschendam, there are several terraces, cafés and restaurants. Leidschendam has a remarkable history, which you can really feel near the lock.

Boot- en kanoverhuur De Merenburger

For over 90 years, De Merenburger has been renting out rowboats, fishing boats, motorboats, boat trailers and canoes. And from De Merenburger, it’s just ten minutes to Recreatiegebied Vlietland.

Recreatiegebied Vlietland

The 300-hectare Vlietland recreational area is one of the biggest and most attractive areas for water sports and recreation in the Netherlands! The heart of Vlietland is consists of three lakes, surrounded are woods, streams, fields and a gorgeous park.

Kano- en bootverhuur Vlietland

Around Vlietland, there are several lovely canoe routes. Whether you want to paddle through the streams for an hour or explore the gorgeous Vlietland route: it's all possible at Kano- en bootverhuur Vlietland.