Delft city centre: a place full of surprises
Delft Blue, Johannes Vermeer, the University of Technology: where do you know the city of Delft from? One thing is certain: Delft city centre is a place where history, cosiness and innovation come together. From the characteristic canals and beautiful old buildings to trendy shops and fantastic restaurants: in Delft you will be surprised again and again. Shopping, dining or strolling: plan your day out to the cosiest city in Zuid-Holland!
Shopping in Delft
Are you looking for a great shopping city? Delft has everything you need for a perfect shopping day: beautiful canals, cosy shopping streets and an array of boutiques and concept stores. Whether you are looking for the latest fashion trends, handmade jewellery or Instaproof hotspots, in Delft you will find it all. Take a look and discover why this city is the place for your next shopping spree.
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Restaurants in Delft
Besides shopping, do you want to enjoy the cosiest restaurants and cafés? Delft is the perfect place for both shopping and culinary enjoyment. From cosy lunchrooms to lively catering squares with a wide range of cuisines: you will find it all here. Be surprised by unique hotspots, delicious dishes and an atmosphere you will not find anywhere else.
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City walks in Delft
Looking for a relaxing way to discover Delft? A city walk is the ideal way to see all the highlights at your leisure. Stroll past historic courtyards, picturesque canals and impressive monuments. Or choose a theme route, such as the street art route or the ceramics route, and be surprised by all Delft has to offer. Enjoy a wonderful walk full of culture and history!
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The best museums in Delft
Delft is, of course, the city of Johannes Vermeer. So for art lovers, a visit to the Vermeer Centrum Delft is a must. This is the only place in the world where you can admire (reproductions of) all Vermeer's works in actual size. Learn more about his life, family, work and, of course, the city that inspired him. Also a museum, but slightly different: the TU Delft Hortus Botanicus. Here you can enjoy 7,000 unusual plant and tree species, spread over no less than 2.5 hectares of greenery. The Hortus is the ideal place to unwind! Curious about all the museums in Delft? Check them out on the InDelft website.
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A night in Delft
Can't get enough of Delft city centre? Then stay overnight! Delft is the perfect location for a romantic weekend away or a girlfriends' weekend. Go shopping on Saturday, sniff up some culture in the museum on Sunday after breakfast: the possibilities are endless. Moreover, you sleep in style: in a cosy bed & breakfast for example, or a luxury hotel. Is a holiday park more your thing? Here, too, there is plenty of choice in and around Delft. Discover the possibilities and book your next weekend break today!
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Plan your visit to Delft
Located between Rotterdam and The Hague, Delft is easily accessible both by public transport and by car. The city has two train stations: Delft Campus and Delft. From Delft station, you can be in the city centre within a few minutes. Prefer to come by car? The centre of Delft is car-free. This means that visitors are not allowed to drive or park there by car. You can pay to park in one of the four car parks on the edge of the city centre and walk into the centre in a few minutes. Prefer cycling? Delft train station has a bike park with space for as many as 10,000 bikes. You'll also find various bike parks in other places in the city.
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