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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  The Netherlands  /  North Holland Province  /  Haarlem  /  Grote Markt

Grote Markt, Haarlem

4.6
#1 of 90 in Things to do in Haarlem
Must see · Historic Walking Area · Tourist Spot
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Grote Markt, Haarlem's main square, is lined with famous buildings, as well as bars and restaurants. City hall, Vleeshal, Hoofdwacht, and Grote Kerk all border the square. See Hoofdwacht, which was built in the 13th century and is generally regarded as the oldest building in Haarlem. If you're able to visit on a weekend, enjoy the busy market that takes over with vendors selling a range of goods. Use our Haarlem trip planning tool to visit Grote Markt on your trip to Haarlem, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
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Tours to Grote Markt

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FROM $31 BOOK WITH VIATOR The rise of Haarlem: Culture, History, Art and Architecture Walking Tour
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FROM $151 BOOK WITH VIATOR Haarlem Walking Tour. Unknown and Surprising
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FROM $34 BOOK WITH VIATOR Discover Haarlem with this Fun & Interactive City Game
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FROM $9 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cultural and Historical Audio guided walking tour Tour of Haarlem
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FROM $226 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Haarlem Walking Tour Through Old Town
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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  • By Angielismore
    Such a variety of market stalls, fresh fruit, veg, eggs, cheese and plenty of other food stuffs. Gifts, trickets and household items so clearly attracting both visitors and locals. 
    Such a variety of market stalls, fresh fruit, veg, eggs, cheese and plenty of other food stuffs. Gifts, trickets and household items so clearly attracting both visitors and locals.  more »
  • By LyndaMN
    Active, vibrant, lively, and lots of food, shopping and drink options! While there, visit the protestant church or Frans Hals museum or modern art. 
    Active, vibrant, lively, and lots of food, shopping and drink options! While there, visit the protestant church or Frans Hals museum or modern art.  more »
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