Location: Utrecht
Top Things to do in Utrecht
What to do and see in Utrecht, Utrecht Province: The Best Free Things to do
This ancient and historic city houses many buildings going back to the early Middle Ages. Until it was overtaken by Amsterdam in the Dutch Golden age, Utrecht was the most important city in the Netherlands. It was and still is the See of the Archbishop of Utrecht, the most important Catholic leader in the Netherlands. The University of Utrecht is the largest in the Netherlands. One of the unique features of the city is the wharf system in its inner canals. Before the city was fully canalized, parts of the Rhine River flowed through the city center. Most prominent of the historic buildings is the Gothic Cathedral of Saint Martin, the construction of which lasted for almost 200 year, beginning in 1254.
Restaurants in Utrecht
1. Free Walking Tour Utrecht
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5.0 based on 217 reviews
The old town of Utrecht is a fantastic and unique place. Utrecht is packed with surprising locations where the stories, history, and legends are still alive. Utrecht has the highest church tower in the country, fantastic picturesque canals, and wharves, Roman ruins, medieval cellars, a real castle inside the town and much more. Let Free Walking Tour Utrecht show you all the highlights that Utrecht has to offer. And walk a fascinating journey through history. A common reaction after the tour is that the Middle Ages, the Golden Age, and Roman times suddenly don’t feel as ‘long ago’. At the end of the tour your view of Utrecht will be changed forever. Join the tour and book your free spot on the website!
2. Canals area
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4.5 based on 2,284 reviews
Reviewed By cwtravelgirl - Cardiff, United Kingdom
One of the few cities that I've been to in the Netherlands where there are restaurants/bars right down at canal level, where lots of people rent kayaks or small boats. Stunning!
3. Weerdsluis
4. De Lapjesmarkt, Breedstraat, Utrecht
5. Sint Willibrordkerk
6. Griftpark
7. Wilhelminapark
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4.5 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By Jake23121 - New Jersey, United States
This is a beautiful park to bike or walk outside of the city center. Lots of grass and benches to relax on. It’s a beautiful sight in late April. If you need a break from the city center try coming here.
8. Houtzaagmolen De Ster
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4.5 based on 52 reviews
The old mill yard of the ‘Molen de Ster’ sawmill forms a unique industrial heritage site, dating back to the eighteenth century. After several renovations, the site is currently used in a versatile manner – reflecting both its historical roots and the lively neighbourhood of Lombok, in which it is situated in Utrecht. Molen de Ster is only an 6 minute walk from Utrecht Central Station (Jaarbeursplein exit) and close to Utrecht’s medieval city centre. Our cafe is open from Wednesdays till Sundays, on Saturdays we are open for free guided tours, and we regularly organise or host events in our saw barn or on the mill yard. Have a look at our diary to see when our next events are taking place. Furthermore, the mill can be hired for private or business-related occasions.
9. Bloemenmarkt, Janskerkhof, Utrecht
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4.5 based on 197 reviews
Reviewed By lovetotravel1992 - Utrecht, The Netherlands
No matter if you visit Utrecht in spring, summer or autumn - do not miss out on this wonderful, amazing flower market! Takes place each Saturday on Janskerkhof. This is so much more original and beautiful than the flowermarkets in Amsterdam. And what you buy here is good quality. That goes especially for the flower bulbs.
10. Pandhof Domkerk
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4.5 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By PierreBMalta - San Gwann, Malta
This is something that is easily missed. Situated on the side of the Cathedral, this garden / cloister is beautiful, peaceful and serene. So spend some time here to relax and get back your energy.
