Discover Noordwijk at Van der Valk Palace Hotel

Touristic information

Whatever season it is, there is plenty to do in Noordwijk. Not only the beach offers many fun activities, but also the town itself! How about a lovely walking route along the beach or a challenging cycle route along Noordwijkerhout? Noordwijk is a breath of fresh air. Feel free to ask our staff at reception for tips.

Check out different activities in the Noordwijk area below and read more about autumn vacations in Zuid-Holland here.

Please note! Some activities need to be booked in advance. Check the relevant website in time for more information and current opening hours.

Explore the area

Hiking and cycling

How about a beautiful walking route along the beach or a challenging bicycle route along Noordwijkerhout? Noordwijk is a breath of fresh air.

Amazing activities

Activities Calendar

Also check out our activity calendar for tips and recommendations of surprising activities in the Noordwijk area during the period you stay with us or read more about the best autumn vacation activities here.

Catch a breath of fresh air

Beach Noordwijk

Would you like to catch a breath of fresh air on the beach of Noordwijk or take a walk in the dunes? In good weather, you can relax at the various beach clubs and take a refreshing dip in the North Sea.

Activities for the whole family

For the whole family

Looking for an activity for the whole family? Find out what you can do in the area. An amusement park for young and old, the largest playground in Europe or go bowling.

With an ice skating rink

Winter Wonderland Noordwijk

Winter Wonderland features a 150m² ice skating rink and is fully decorated in a festive winter theme. Enjoy skating, savor delicious winter dishes or play fun games together.

Discover the Bulb Region

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Explore the bulb region by (eletric bike), e-chopper or fatbike. There are several walking and cycling routes through the Bulb Region or book an audio tour at Renzy.

Whether you want a beautiful family photo, a personal portrait as powerful imagery for your business or a romantic wedding reportage, Lieneke Laan provides breathtaking results. 

Enjoy the beautiful nature

Nature

Enjoy the beautiful nature around Noordwijk. Rent a sloop and cruise the kagerplassen. Walk with alpacas or discover the villages in the Bulb Region.

Discover Leiden

Historic Leiden

Did you know that you can be in the center of Leiden in just 20 minutes? This beautiful historic city offers lots to do for young and old. Go shopping or discover one of the many museums.

Discover the best museums

Museums

In the mood for a museum? Explore the various museums in the area. Take a journey through the human body at Corpus, learn all about nature and biodiversity at Naturalis or explore space at Space Expo.

Musical bases on a true story

Soldaat van Oranje

Experience a true story from World War II with the musical Soldaat van Oranje. This well-known Dutch musical has already attracted more than 3.5 million visitors in a unique 360-degree rotating theater.

The Mall of the Netherlands is a large shopping and leisure complex near The Hague. The Mall of the Netherlands is one of the largest shopping centers in the Netherlands with many activities and stores.

Admire the bulb fields

Flower season bulb region

The bulb region is known for the most beautiful bulb fields. The flower season starts from March. Read more about this special season here. 

Starting August 8, 2024, the dahlias steal the show at the Tulperij Voorhout. The Tulperij has a large dahlia picking garden and a terrace with sunflowers and of course the dahlias. 

Discover the Bulb Region

Noordwijk in bloom

What blooms where and when? The Flower Map is a handy online map with which you can effortlessly find the fields in the entire Dune and Flowerbulb Region.