Canal walk through Leiden
A walking route along Rapenburg, Nieuwe Rijn, canals, bridges and historic façades.
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Routes through Leiden
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One day in Leiden
One day in Leiden. Compare relevant places, practical details and options that fit your visit.
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One day in Leiden
A realistic day route covering a museum, canals, the Burcht and historic streets.
Rembrandt route through Leiden
Walk past places from Rembrandt’s youth and combine them with art at De Lakenhal.
First time in Leiden: the complete 2-day itinerary
A balanced first visit combining De Burcht, Pieterskerk, Rapenburg, two leading museums, the Hortus, a canal cruise and the city’s green singels.
Culture & history: Leiden in 2 days
An in-depth route through antiquity, the university, churches, courtyards, Leiden art, world cultures, Molen De Valk and Rembrandt’s early life.
Relaxed Leiden: enjoy the city slowly in 2 days
A calm itinerary with coffee beside the water, short walks, lunch on Nieuwe Rijn, a cruise, the Hortus, Plantsoen, shops and the harbour.