38 days in Benelux Itinerary

Known as the "judicial capital of the world," The Hague is the center for everything official in the Netherlands: the home of the Dutch government and parliament, the workplace of the King and Queen, and the base of many international affairs such as the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court.

Madurodam and Pieterskerk Leiden will appeal to history buffs. Escape the urban bustle at Beach Wassenaarseslag and Honden strand Noordwijk. Get out of town with these interesting The Hague side-trips: Leiden (Rijksmuseum Boerhaave, Museum De Lakenhal, &more), Natural High (in Ouddorp) and Noordwijk (Museum Engelandvaarders, Atlantikwall Museum, &more). The adventure continues: browse the exhibits of Panorama Mesdag, take an in-depth tour of Westlands Museum, explore the world behind art at Escher in Het Paleis (Escher in the Palace), and enjoy the sand and surf at Strand van Katwijk aan Zee.

To see other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read The Hague day trip tool.

If you are flying in from Puerto Rico, the closest major aiports are Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Eindhoven Airport and Maastricht Aachen Airport. In July in The Hague, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 16°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can drive to Amsterdam.

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

On the 23rd (Sat), admire the masterpieces at Rijksmuseum, wander the streets of The Jordaan, then see the interesting displays at Anne Frank House, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Begijnhof. On your second day here, see the interesting displays at Micropia, then explore the activities along Herengracht, then contemplate the waterfront views at Emperor's Canal (Keizersgracht), and finally examine the collection at Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder.

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Drive from The Hague to Amsterdam in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Amsterdam are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Rotterdam.

Located in the South Holland province, Rotterdam is one of the Netherlands' most lively cities, as well as one of the largest trading ports in the world.

On the 25th (Mon), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sint Janskerk and then take a stroll through Kop van Zuid. On the 26th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: steep yourself in history at Huis Sonneveld, see the interesting displays at Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk.

To find reviews, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read Rotterdam trip builder tool.

Getting from Amsterdam to Rotterdam by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Rotterdam can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) so you can go by car to Delft.

Delft is a town rich in tradition and provides a lovely alternative to the bustling more popular cities.

Step off the beaten path and head to Nieuwe Kerk and Maria van Jessekerk. Step out of the city life by going to Strand Rockanje and Golfbaan Delfland. Get out of town with these interesting Delft side-trips: Goedereede (De Kwade Hoek & Torenmuseum Goedereede), Rockanje (Voornes Duin, Museum In Den Halven Maen, &more) and Fort 1881 (in Hoek van Holland). There's lots more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Bedevaartskerk H.H. Martelaren van Gorcum, examine the collection at Droogdok Jan Blanken, get engrossed in the history at Het steen, and contemplate the long history of Bagijnhofpoort.

For traveler tips, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, read Delft online route planner.

Delft is just a stone's throw from Rotterdam. In July in Delft, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 16°C at night.