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Gouda

Gouda lets cheese take the square. At the cheese market, wheels cross the square beneath the old town hall, while canals slip past brick houses and fresh stroopwafels scent the air.

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Culture4.6/5

Saint-John Church

Seventy-two stained-glass windows fill this Gothic church, the longest in the Netherlands. They were taken down and hidden during World War II, then restored afterward.

Culture4.5/5

De Goudse Waag

Gouda's old cheese-weighing house is now a museum about the town, its cheese, and the building itself. Inside, it still feels ready to weigh cheese.

Culture4.4/5

Museum Gouda

This Gouda museum fills a historic hospital with paintings, religious art and ceramics. You can get close to 16th-century paintings.

Landmark4.6/5

Reeuwijkse plassen

Reeuwijk's lakes spread between narrow strips of land, with small villages along the shore. Paths wind past tucked-away swimming spots and benches where you can sit beside the water.

Eat$$$4.3/5

De Lichtfabriek

Industrial-building restaurant in Gouda, set inside a former power station. Lunch and dinner bring groups together beneath the old utility structure.

Cafe4.8/5

Flossy

Flower-and-gift shop with a cafe, coffee, pastries and tea served in water glasses.

Eat$$$3.9/5

Foodbar De Zalm

Gouda restaurant and bar with bowling, karaoke and billiards.

Drink$$4.4/5

BarBier

This Gouda bar has a broad beer list and outdoor tables on the Markt. Staff recommend beers to match your tastes.

Cafe$$4.4/5

Grand Café Central

Market-square cafe serving hearty meals, with a terrace looking across to Gouda's city hall.

Eat$$$4.4/5

Brasserie Copper

This Gouda brasserie looks onto the market square. Shared starters arrive as they're prepared, so everyone can taste them while the meal unfolds.

Eat$$$4.7/5

Lunchcafé Juuls

Lunchcafé Juuls, nestled in the heart of Gouda's Markt, is an absolute gem for hungry wanderers seeking a taste of the Netherlands. With its charming and cozy atmosphere, this delightful spot offers a mouthwatering menu filled with local specialties. Whether you're craving a traditional Dutch sandwich or a hearty soup, Juuls has got you covered. Don't miss out on this delicious rendezvous during your Gouda adventure!

Eat$$4.3/5

Kruim

This Gouda café sits inside a library, with tables among the books and a terrace outside. The children’s section has a Duplo wall.

Stays

Stay$$$4.8/5

B&B De Kamer Hiernaast

B&B De Kamer Hiernaast in Gouda offers spacious rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or city views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, minibar, and free toiletries. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a dining table, and a TV. Additional facilities include an electric vehicle charging station, parquet floors, and a sofa. Located less than 1 km from De Goudse Schouwburg and Sint Janskerk, the property is 300 metres from Stadhuis Gouda and 25 km from Rotterdam The Hague Airport. Nearby attractions include Gouda Glass and Molen De Roode Leeuw. Highly rated for its friendly host, delicious breakfast, and central location.

Stay$$$$4.35/5

Relais & Châteaux Weeshuis Gouda

Relais & Châteaux Weeshuis Gouda in Gouda is housed in a historic building, offering a unique atmosphere. The property features a private garden and terrace, providing a tranquil retreat. Rooms include air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and comfortable seating areas. The restaurant serves Dutch, Mediterranean, local, and Asian cuisines in a family-friendly, modern, and romantic ambience. Breakfast includes champagne, local specialities, and fresh pastries. Located 25 km from Rotterdam The Hague Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as De Goudse Schouwburg (8-minute walk) and Sint Janskerk (200 metres). Winter sports, kayaking, and canoeing are available in the surroundings.

Stay$$$$4.15/5

City Hotel Gouda

This modern hotel in the centre of Gouda offers rooms with a flat-screen TV, only 550 metres from the Markt. City Hotel Gouda, WorldHotels Crafted Collection, is situated next to the Gouwe River and includes free Wi-Fi, a cosy bar, and a parking garage. Each of the soundproofed rooms at City Hotel Gouda, WorldHotels Crafted Collection, comes with box-spring beds, a desk, and a seating area. A refrigerator and tea and coffee-making facilities are also provided. The bathroom has a bath or shower, a hairdryer, and free toiletries. Gouda Railway Station is 850 metres from the hotel. The centre of Rotterdam is 24.7 km from the property. City Hotel Gouda, WorldHotels Crafted Collection, is also 30 minutes’ drive from both The Hague and the historic town of Utrecht.

Stay4.9/5

Bed and breakfast manna

Welcome to the delightful Bed and Breakfast Manna, nestled on Aaltje Bakstraat in the charming city of Gouda, Netherlands! This cozy retreat offers a true home-away-from-home experience. Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast each morning before exploring the city's famous cheese market, historic canals, and picturesque architecture. With its friendly staff and comfortable accommodations, Manna is the perfect choice for your Gouda adventure!

Things To Do
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4.8/5

2 h

2-Hour Walking Tour in Gouda All inclusive

Start a walking tour in an old small Canal house, enjoy a drink and a bite and walk with a local guide through the beautiful city of Gouda. Also we apply a group maximum of 6 persons. You can off course book as an individual, family or group.

$20.01

4.8/5

Discover Gouda with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!

Experience a new way to discover a city with this 'gamified' tour! Explore Gouda during this self-guided walking tour that lets you see the city in a different light. You'll even learn about hidden spots most locals don't know about! Immerse yourself in a uniquely crafted story as you solve engaging puzzles that highlight the history and noteworthy sights of the city. It appears you have been framed for the assassination of a local playwright! Can you prove your innocence and catch the cowardly culprit? Rally your friends and put your problem-solving and exploration skills to the test! - Start your adventure at any moment you choose - All you need is a smartphone with a mobile data plan - Suitable for a team of up to 5-6 players aged 15 and older (supervision recommended for younger players) - This city tour takes around 2 hours to complete and is approximately 2,5 kilometers long

$31.45

Escape the City Game Walking Tour in Gouda with Puzzles

Are you planning a day out or weekend trip to Gouda, then you can have a lot of fun with this city walk. An Escape game and city walk at the same time. 3 kilometers long and over 2 hours of fun for the family or a group of friends. Meanwhile, during this game there is plenty of time to sit on one of the terraces. Or enjoy shopping in the many nice boutiques that adorn the city. A city walk has never been so much fun. An app will help you with your quest during the city walk. Play when it suits you. Surprise your group with this fun outing. Finally, there is a trace, as the Gouda Gold Dealer, has been spotted in the city. There are several witnesses who do want to help in exchange for your help with some questions and puzzles they have. The whole city is holding its breath, because is there finally a team of enthusiasts who will rid the city of this Gold Dealer. The residents would be very grateful. And if you are planning a city walk in Gouda, why not give it a try!

$34.25

5/5

Self-Guided Walking Tour of Gouda: Canals, Colonies, and Cheese

Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Gouda. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll bridge the gap between entrepreneurs, cheesemakers and traders that shaped Gouda. If you can only name five cities in the Netherlands, Gouda is bound to be one of them. This is no doubt the result of that delicious cheese packed tightly in its yellow wax jacket, now available across the globe. This tour starts at the historic Goudse Waag. You’ll be treated to so much more than cheese during your journey. As you explore the heart of the old city, walking past picturesque canals and houses that belong in 17th-century paintings, you’ll hear how Gouda has been both one of the wealthiest and the poorest of Dutch cities over the centuries. There are plenty of places to stop to pull up a chair, order a coffee, and watch the world walk or cycle past. By the end of this walk around Gouda, you’ll have a sense of the city’s complex past and what makes it unique.

$11.99

5/5

8 h

Gouda Cheese and Delft Blue: Full-Day Private Tour

Discover two of the most iconic Dutch cities on this full-day private tour: Gouda and Delft, each with its own history and world-famous product. In Delft, your guide walks you along the old canals and past historic churches, bringing the stories of Vermeer and William of Orange to life. You visit Royal Delft, the only Delft Blue manufacturer still operating since the 17th century, and you enjoy lunch on a historic square. In Gouda, you explore the market square, admire the 15th-century Town Hall, and see St. John's Church, home to exceptional medieval stained glass. At the old weighing house, you finish with a cheese tasting. Lunch, museum and church admissions, transfers and the cheese tasting are all included. You can start in either city. This is a private tour. You set the pace, and if you have any special requests or an interest in a certain topic, just let us know.

$543.22

4.5/5

2 h

Gouda Private Walking Tour: History, Architecture & Cheese

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Embark on an enchanting walking tour through the historic heart of Gouda, where you will uncover the city’s rich heritage and vibrant culture. You will start at the magnificent Stadhuis van Gouda, an iconic Gothic town hall that stands proudly in the city center. Next, marvel at the stunning stained glass windows of the Saint-John Church, the longest church in the Netherlands, and soak in its serene ambiance. Finally, delve into Gouda’s world-famous cheese history at De Goudse Waag, the historic cheese weighing house, and market square, where tradition and taste blend seamlessly. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture admirers, and cheese lovers alike, making your journey through Gouda truly unforgettable. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

$399.00

5/5

1 h 30 mins

Historical Gouda: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Discover Gouda on a private walking tour designed for travelers who want more than just highlights. With your own knowledgeable local guide, you explore the historic city center at a relaxed pace, focusing on stories, context, and the details most visitors miss. Gouda is famous worldwide for its cheese, but the city’s real charm lies in its medieval streets, canals, churches, and centuries of trade and craftsmanship. During this guided tour, your guide brings Gouda’s history to life by connecting landmarks to the people and events that shaped the city. The tour takes place entirely in the compact historic center and normally lasts about 1.5 hours. Because this is a private tour, the pace and focus can be adapted to your interests, making it an ideal introduction for first-time visitors as well as returning guests who want deeper insight.

$341.95

2 h

Gouda Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game

Gouda becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past De Goudse Waag, Sint-Janskerk, Gouda Cheese Experience and Stadhuis van Gouda. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Gouda.

$22.82

5/5

Explore the Highlights of Gouda – A Self-Guided Interactive Story

Discover the beautiful city of Gouda, together with friends and family, through an interactive self-guided adventure. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden gems while exploring the city's highlights with this kids-friendly adventure. Follow the clues, uncover secrets, and solve riddles that lead you to some of the city's most iconic locations. Will you complete the puzzle in time? Ready to unlock the secrets of Gouda? Let the story begin! -> Surprising Gouda: Discover more than just cheese. ‍‍-> Fun for All Ages: Perfect for families, friends, or couples. ️-> Complete Adventure: A blend of a 90-minute sightseeing, history, and interactive adventure. -> App-Based: No paper, no guide – 100% digital! -> Start when and where you want. Our app will guide you from any point within Gouda. The adventure is suitable for all ages, be aware – some streets are older, making it a little harder to traverse for people with mobility problems. The Discovery Trip will take about 90 minutes to complete.

$22.30

4.3/5

3 h

e-Scavenger hunt Gouda: Explore the city at your own pace

Get to know Gouda in a unique and affordable way. We offer you a self-guided tour, via our online App. You play a fun, family-friendly game. Answer questions about the locations and do search assignments. All on your smartphone. Log in on our free city game app and enjoy the city. Not a 'boring' guide, but you decide when to start, stop or pause. Use GPS to find the nicest squares, streets, and monuments. Get the most interesting facts about the city. Discover Gouda with our unique city game app. Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour anytime you choose. This city game is also a perfect activity for large groups.

$35.45

3 h

Murder City Game with Live Game Supervisor in Gouda

There's been a murder in Gouda. The police can't figure it out and time is ticking. Are you up for the challenge? With photos and a city map, you go into the city, looking for the right locations. At each location you take a group selfie and receive a new clue. Step by step you are getting closer to the truth. Can you solve the murder within 3 hours? In the meantime, you will discover surprising places you would normally pass by. This is no ordinary city walk, but an interactive experience that you experience together.

$25.73

3.7/5

Escape Xperience in Gouda: The Legend of Jacoba

With us you will experience cities and musea in a new, fun and interactive way. It is self-guided, so you can start whenever you are ready. Using the app, you will walk through the city or a museum, while solving puzzles and riddles. Each game has a compelling storyline, where you help the main character escape or solve an urgent mission. This City Xperience takes you back to the year 1800 in Gouda. Ans van Kempen is a widow with 3 children who is about to be evicted. She now has a final chance to get the money she needs. An ancestor of her husband worked for countess Jacoba in her castle at the border of the city. He hid gold bars that she gave him in a secret tunnel below the castle. He left instructions on how to find the tunnel, but so far nobody has been able to. Will you manage to find the entrance within 2 hours? The game will lead you to 20 locations: the most famous sites of the city and lesser known sites. The Experience is available in Dutch.

$32.02

1/5

Gouda visit by train with Cheese Experience Entry from Amsterdam

Enjoy a self guided visit to Gouda, world-famous for its delicious cheese and vibrant cheese market. You will get a flexible dated return train ticket in the second class from Amsterdam to visit Gouda along with the Gouda Cheese experience entry ticket with cheese tastings. You can explore Gouda at your own pace later and explore the vibrant markets. Please note that you will receive a separate pdf train ticket and gouda cheese experience ticket, do not use the viator app. barcode for entry. The time you choose at the time of booking will be for Gouda Cheese Experience, please ensure that you leave 2 - 2.5 hours before that from your hotel.

$80.05

3/5

2 h

Secrets of Gouda: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour

Discover Gouda like never before with the Secrets of Gouda City Game, a fun self-guided walking tour and city game packed with puzzles, riddles and hidden stories! This GPS-based exploration game lets you experience Gouda while exploring famous spots such as the Sint-Janskerk, the Stadhuis van Gouda, Museum Gouda, the Lazaruspoortje and the Vrouwetoren. Play solo for a personal challenge or together with friends, family or colleagues. During the game you solve tricky questions, puzzles, riddles and creative photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues and solve the final mystery. Pause whenever you want and continue later at your own pace. Compete for a place on the leaderboard or play competitively for team building, making this scavenger hunt and walking tour through Gouda perfect for every type of explorer.

$22.82

5/5

2 h

Gouda: Private Walking Tour + Gouda Cheese Tasting

This is a combination of a private walking tour and a Gouda cheese tasting. During the tour, you discover the charm of Gouda's old city center together with your guide. You get to know the history of Gouda and hear stories about the city's town hall, churches, canals, old facades and much more. The tour ends with a tasting of the famous Gouda cheese. You try four different types of Gouda, paired with good wine (or something else, if you don't like wine). If you have a custom request or special interests, just let us know. Tot ziens!

$243.02

2 h

Gouda Outdoor Escape Game: Self-Guided City Adventure

Gouda itself becomes the puzzle in this self-guided outdoor escape game - no venue, no host, just your team and the streets. Magnus has taken the formulas and scattered the proof across the old centre, past Sint-Janskerk and Vroesenhuis, and every location holds a code, a riddle or a photo task waiting to be cracked. Roles matter here: one player reads, another looks, and the team moves on only once you agree. Send two or more teams out at the same time and the hunt becomes a contest, which is what makes this city escape game work as well for a team-building afternoon as for a day out with friends. Reading clues while the city moves around you is part of the challenge.

$22.82

5/5

3 h 30 mins

Unique Bike Adventure Gouda: cheese, snacks, drinks and lunch!

Gouda is world famous for its cheese. Discover this cute little town and go on a bike adventure with Suzanne. This bike tour combines everything if you want a private and personal Gouda experience. You will not regret it! What Collected Stories offer: Biking in the pittoresk beautiful historic center of Gouda. We will see canals, small alleys, mills and rivers! And offcourse taste the Gouda cheese that is made on local farms. This bike tour is including: snacks, drinks and a cheese tasting with a fresh lunch. Bike rental is included. It is completely all inclusive! Suzanne will cycle only with a small group of maximum 4 people. If you are looking for a personal bike tour with an local enthusiastic guide, come and join! Discover Gouda & the world famous cheese by bike! Because I only bike with very small groups it can be quickly sold out, so take your chance for a great experience and book now!

$79.48

5/5

4 h 30 mins

Private Tour of Delft and Gouda including Transfer

Discover Delft and Gouda on a half-day private tour. You will get to know two beautiful historical cities that both played a major role in Dutch history. First up, you'll visit Delft, a picturesque town full of centuries-old facades, squares, churches and canals. Discover the city of Johannes Vermeer, known for its Delft Blue pottery, the final resting place of the Orange family, and its top-rated Technical University. Then you'll go to Gouda, with its charming town hall, fascinating weighing house and impressive church. You will explore the old city center, and your guide will tell you all about it. You can do this tour both ways: starting in Delft or starting in Gouda. You can also choose to be picked up and dropped off at a location of your choice, like in Amsterdam. And remember: It is you who determines the pace of this tour.

$273.90

5/5

8 h

Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese

Discover Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda on a full-day private tour. You will get to know three very different, beautiful cities that all played a major role in Dutch history. First up, you'll visit Delft, a picturesque town full of centuries-old facades, squares, churches and canals. Discover the city of Johannes Vermeer, known for its Delft Blue pottery, the final resting place of the Orange family, and its top-rated Technical University. Rotterdam is next. You will see an interesting part of Rotterdam, our second-largest city. The city rose from the ashes or World War Two and doesn't look like Delft or Gouda at all. You will have lunch here and visit a Cubic House. Lastly, you'll go to Gouda, with its charming town hall, fascinating weighing house and impressive church. You will explore the old city center, and your guide will tell you all about it. You end the day with a little cheese tasting there. You can also do this tour the other way around if you let us know.

$543.22

5/5

2 h

Zeeland Beach safari with Fishnet NL/DE

Discover Marine Life on Our Beach Safari Tour Join us on a captivating Beach Safari tour and uncover the diverse marine life that inhabits the beach and the North Sea. This engaging and educational experience is suitable for all ages. Equipped with a large trawl net, magnifying glass jars, and search cards, we will explore the coastline and shallow waters. Our knowledgeable guide will share interesting facts and figures about the fascinating creatures we encounter. Marine Life Highlights: Crabs, Lobster, Fish, Jellyfish, Shells, Seahorse, Crabs and if we're lucky at seal.