Museums and parks
Museums and parks
Van der Valk Hotel Hardegarijp - Leeuwarden
In the area around Van der Valk Hotel Hardegarijp - Leeuwarden, there are plenty of nice museums and parks to explore. Get inspired and discover all the fun activities for during your stay!
Fries Museum
The most fun museum in Leeuwarden
The Fries Museum is a northern cultural hotspot for the whole family that is completely dedicated to the Frisians and Friesland!
Skutsje Museum Earnewâld
For young and old
The Skûtsje Museum is located in Earnewâld and takes you back to the first generation of captains who sailed on the so-called skûtsjes.
Scherjon's Clog Museum
The oldest footwear in the world
Scherjon's Clog Museum is located in Noardburgum, where you can discover the history of Dutch oldest footwear.
Fries Scheepvaartmuseum
History
In this museum, you will learn about the history of shipping in Friesland, ice sports, and the history of the city of Sneek.
Eisinga Planetarium
Discover the universe
Dive into the planetarium room and discover the current position, or explore the collection of historical and contemporary astronomical instruments.
Aqua Zoo
Spotting animals!
Meet the beavers, tapirs, and seals taking a dive in the streams and ponds around the park and come face to face with penguins, flamingos, and many more animals!
Wouda Pumping Station
The gate of Friesland
The Wouda pumping station is located in Lemmer, which is known as the gateway to Friesland. The Wouda pumping station is the largest still operational steam pumping station in the world.
Fierljeppenpolder
The sport of Friesland
Fierljeppen, the most fun sport of Friesland! Learn all about the backgrounds and the history of Fierljeppen at the Fierljeppemuseum.
Observatory & Planetarium
Science, art, and history
In the museum, you can see various collections related to themes such as science, art, and history.
Seal Rehabilitation and Research Centre Pieterburen
The seal hospital
Pieterburen is the largest specialized seal hospital in Europe. At the seal center, you can discover everything about the seal and its habitat.
Vijversburg Park
Greener than green
A beautiful park located in the heart of Friesland. For young and old, it offers hours of fun! Enjoy a nice walk, run, or relax in the sun on the grass.