The Hague

Netherlands

Safety rating
8.5/10
Best time to visit
April to September for mild weather, beach days, and outdoor events.
Population
0.6M

Overview

The seat of the Dutch government and home to international courts, The Hague is a stately city of grand buildings and the beach resort of Scheveningen. The Mauritshuis museum, home to Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring, is a cultural jewel.

Top attractions

Visit the Mauritshuis, the Binnenhof parliament, the Peace Palace, and Scheveningen beach.

Getting around

Trams, buses, and a bike-friendly flat layout make getting around easy, with trams to Scheveningen beach.

The Hague essentials