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Groningen

The Netherlands' northern university city runs along canals and medieval streets. Across the water, the Groninger Museum faces the center, while the Martinitoren rises over Grote Markt.

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Culture4.5/5

Groninger Museum

Groningen's art museum puts permanent and temporary exhibitions in a striking building. Bold wall colors give each gallery its own identity.

Culture4.5/5

Martini Tower

A brick tower rises above Groningen at this medieval church, marking the old center. You climb its narrow spiral stairs past the bells, then look out across the city from the top.

Landmark4.6/5

Noorderplantsoen

Groningen park with ponds, fountains, winding paths and a range of trees. A road cuts through the park, with cyclists crossing its paths.

Cafe$$$4.4/5

Mr. Mofongo

Groningen restaurant and cocktail bar with a spacious interior, where you can watch its distillery machinery at work.

Cafe$$$4.3/5

Het Goudkantoor

This Groningen restaurant occupies the Gold Office, a 1653 building where you can dine in an upstairs loft.

Drink$$4/5

DOT

Groningen bar and restaurant under a white dome beside a canal that becomes a summer beach. In winter, the dome becomes a Christmas ball.

Eat4.4/5

Mr Smith's Loft

Groningen's multilevel restaurant serves small plates from around the world. Neon and shifting colors turn its floors into a jungle for dinner and cocktails.

Eat$$$4.4/5

Het Concerthuis

Game-friendly Groningen gastropub with a creatively decorated interior and a wide beer selection. You can settle in over drinks and play games inside.

Drink$$$4.3/5

De Toeter

Retro pub with its own beer, guest brews and whiskey tastings. The whiskey collection tops 300 bottles.

Cafe$$$4.4/5

De Uurwerker

Groningen restaurant with a roomy terrace under a huge umbrella, set back from the road. Graffiti artists paint nearby while kids play outside.

Stays

Stay$$$$4.6/5

Hotel Miss Blanche

Hotel Miss Blanche is a boutique hotel in the centre of Groningen. The hotel offers 62 individually appointed rooms, studios and apartments. Ranging from comfortable Standard rooms to an exclusive Executive Suite. Miss Blanche is a unique hotel, situated in eight adjoining monumental buildings dating back from the 19th, 20th and 21st century, in the Hoge der A-quarter. Majority of rooms and all suites are equipped with a pantry and a generous working space. Parking is available in Miss Blanche’s private underground garage, only a 2-minute walk to the hotel. Guests can choose from the local restaurants affiliated with the hotel including Café De Sigaar where a buffet is served.

Stay$$$$4.55/5

The Market Hotel

The Market Hotel in Groningen offers a central base with key attractions nearby. Simplon Music Venue is less than 1 km away, while Martini Tower is just a few steps from the property. Grote Markt is a 1-minute walk, and Oosterpoort lies less than 1 km distant. Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and soundproofing. Additional comforts include balconies with city views, minibars, and work desks. The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves Dutch, local, and European cuisines with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes warm dishes, fresh pastries, pancakes, and a variety of fruits and juices. Guests can enjoy spa facilities, a fitness centre, terrace, and outdoor seating area. The hotel offers cycling activities, a coffee shop, and a child-friendly buffet.

Stay$$$$4.55/5

Hotel Prinsenhof

Set in a 15th-century building, Prinsenhof offers individually decorated rooms. It features the Prinsenhof Gardens, a renaissance-style courtyard with a landscaped rose and herb garden. The modern rooms at Prinsenhof include a seating area with a flat-screen TV. A minibar with complimentary drinks and snacks and an Nespresso machine are in each. Some have wooden-beamed ceilings, while others offer views of the garden or Martini Tower. A breakfast buffet can be enjoyed in the Brasserie, which is set in a former church and features stained-glass windows and opens onto a terrace. Fine dining restaurant Nassau (1 Michelin star) serves a high-end dining experience on Tuesday till Saturday. The Martini Tower is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Prinsenhof. The Groninger Museum of Modern Art and Groningen Railway Station are about 20 minutes’ walk away.

Stay$$$4.4/5

Hotel de Doelen

Hotel De Doelen is located at the foot of the Martini tower, in a beautiful monumental building. The hotel offers modern facilities and free Wi-Fi. The hotels rooms are all characteristically furnished and have a private bathroom. The rooms have a seating area where you can relax. In the morning, the hotel serves breakfast to start your day well. There is also a cosy lounge where you are welcome for lunch, coffee and tea or a dinner. The hotel offers a superb view on the city centre of Groningen and the Grote Markt, which existed already over 200 years. In summer you can enjoy a drink on the terrace in front of the hotel in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city.

Stay$$$$4.25/5

Hotel NH Groningen

At walking distance from the city centre, the NH Groningen Hotel offers comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi. The well-kept rooms have air conditioning, a work desk and a private bathroom. An extensive breakfast is served in the morning. Head to the hotel's Restaurant NOsH and enjoy regional food, drinks and pastries. The bar is the perfect place to relax with refreshing juices, wines and more. NH Groningen's guests can make a 5-minute walk to the Grote Markt and the Martini Tower. Shopping streets, cosy cafés and restaurants are all nearby.

Stay$$$$4/5

Hotel Schimmelpenninck Huys

Groningen is not only a lively student city but also a beautiful city to visit. You truly experience the best of this city when you stay in the magnificent monumental building of the hotel in the heart of the center. If you choose to stay with us, you will sleep in a hotel with a rich history. Our hotel offers a total of 60 rooms. Our Huys is located in 7 historic buildings that are interconnected through a beautiful inner courtyard. Due to the historical character, each room is unique with its own corresponding style. The hotel is situated right in the center. Just a stone's throw away and within walking distance of the iconic Martinitoren, many other must-see attractions, shopping streets, and Groningen Central Station.

Stay$$$4.2/5

Asgard Hotel

This hotel is set in a 1935 building in the museum district of Groningen. It offers stylish accommodation equipped with flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and luxurious bathrooms with rain showers. The rooms come with modern furnishings and have box-spring bedding. Each is decorated with modern design touches and heated floors in the bathroom. An organic breakfast buffet is served every morning in the breakfast lounge. The bar has variety of organic wines and beers. The famous Vismarkt and Grote Markt squares are within walking distance of the hotel. Groningen train station is 2 minutes on foot.

Stay4.4/5

The Social Hub Groningen

Groningen hotel with a lobby where students and travelers meet, and kitchens shared among residents.

Things To Do
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4.9/5

1 h

Historical Canal Tour

Enjoy an hour-long cruise through the canals of Groningen, interesting information and unlimited free drinks. We sail past the Old Museum (Westerhaven), warehouses Hoge and Lage der A, AA Church, corner of Ameland, Noorderhaven, De Prinsenhof, Martinitoren and the Stadsschouwburg. The skipper on duty tells an animated story about Groningen and its sights.

$23.96

3.3/5

2 h

Groningen Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game

Groningen 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 Prinsentuin, Der Aa-kerk, Forum Groningen and Grote Markt. 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 Groningen.

$22.82

4.3/5

3 h

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

Price per group of 2-6 people. Within 2 hours, the Qula Groningen City Trail leads you along the best spots in Groningen, while you play fun riddles and assignments on your smartphone. Try to set a high score with family or friends and explore the city. There are no fixed start times or reservations, you choose your own day and time. The Trail is available 24/7 and there is no time limit - you can start, pause and stop whenever it suits you! It is offered in multiple languages (Eng, Ger, Fr, Ned, Sp, It and more). The Qula City Trail is great fun and the most affordable outing for families and groups of friends. How does it work? When you book, you will receive an email with instructions on how to play the Trail on your smartphone. Android or iPhone compatible. Once at the starting point, start your quest through the city, it's that easy!

$35.45

3.5/5

2 h

Groningen: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour

Discover Groningen like never before with the Secrets of Groningen 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 Groningen while exploring famous spots such as Martini Tower (Martinitoren), Prinsentuin, Forum Groningen, Grote Markt, Vismarkt, Synagoge Groningen and A-kerk. 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 Groningen perfect for every type of explorer.

$22.82

4.4/5

1 h 30 mins

Groningen: Terrace Boat Experience with a Cozy Bar: 1.5 Hours

Discover the first floating terrace in Groningen and enjoy a unique combination of the relaxation of a terrace and the magic of a boat trip. Experience the ultimate destination for anyone who wants to experience Groningen from the water. Board the boat and enjoy the flexibility of the cabriolet roof, which can be opened on sunny days for an unobstructed view of the sky, and closed quickly to ensure comfort and dryness in the event of an unexpected rain shower. During winter there is heating on board. Enjoy a wide selection of drinks and snacks at the bar, from summer beers and refreshing wines to warm (vegetarian) snacks. Everything is available for a perfect time on board. There is a clean and accessible toilet on board.

$19.44

4.4/5

1 h

Groningen: Terrace Boat Experience with a Cozy Bar: 1 hour

Discover the first floating terrace in Groningen and enjoy a unique combination of the relaxation of a terrace and the magic of a boat trip. Experience the ultimate destination for anyone who wants to experience Groningen from the water. Board the boat and enjoy the flexibility of the cabriolet roof, which can be opened on sunny days for an unobstructed view of the sky, and closed quickly to ensure comfort and dryness in the event of an unexpected rain shower. Enjoy a wide selection of drinks and snacks at the bar, from summer beers and refreshing wines to warm (vegetarian) snacks. Everything is available for a perfect time on board. There is a clean and accessible toilet on board.

$17.15

5/5

Groningen Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

Groningen can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private, customized walking tour. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your interests, ensuring you only visit the places that matter to you. This is a personalized walking tour where you will discover the exteriors of monuments, including museums; however, if you’d like to include a museum visit, your guide can adjust the itinerary—just let us know in advance. As you explore the city, your guide shares insights into local life, forming a clearer picture of Groningen culture and history. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour uncovers hidden gems and iconic landmarks with the expertise of a local.

$61.76

4.6/5

3 h

Murder City Game with Live Game Supervisor in Groningen

There's been a murder in the city. 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

4.7/5

Discover Groningen in this Outside Escape city game tour!

Experience a new way to discover a city with this 'gamified' tour! Explore Groningen 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. Someone replaced one of the paintings in the Groninger Museum with a cartoon drawing. Is this a joke? Or could there be more to it? 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

4.8/5

Groningen Private Walking Tour with a Local

Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Groningen through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won’t find in a guidebook. They aren’t professional guides with memorized scripts, they're locals who love their city and want you to experience it like a friend would. Whether you’re interested in food, art, history, or simply exploring the neighborhoods beyond the tourist spots, your Lokafyer will adapt the walk to your interests. By the end, you’ll feel at home in the city, with insights to keep exploring on your own.

$94.35

3.7/5

2 h

Groningen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

Groningen is the Netherlands' northern secret — a student city with a medieval tower, a world-class museum, and a hidden alleyway that's been there since the 1400s. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Groningen on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Chase riddles to the Martinitoren, the Groninger Museum, and the medieval Papengang — eight centuries in one afternoon • Start whenever you want and move at whatever pace suits the group • Perfect for families, friends, or curious solo explorers Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. The Martinitoren has been watching over Groningen for 600 years — time you met it properly.

$5.72

Escape The City Groningen City Walk With Puzzles

Are you planning a day out or weekend trip to Groningen, then you can have a lot of fun with this city walk. An Escape game and city walk at the same time. 3,5 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. Finally there is a trace, as the Groningen Gangster, 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 Gangster. The residents would be very grateful. And if you are planning a city walk in Groningen, why not give it a try!

$34.25

2 h

Escape game in the city of Groningen Crazytopia

Go on an adventure in the city of your choice in the Netherlands with our Urban Escape Games. Walk around the city with your team (with family or friends) and let yourself be guided by the mobile application. Solve the puzzles and complete several missions. Take a good look at your surroundings to help you! Explore differently: your adventure starts now!

$22.86

2 h

Groningen Outdoor Escape Game: Self-Guided City Adventure

Groningen 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 Stadhuis Groningen and Martinikerkhof, 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

Perfumery Exploration Workshop in Groningen

Diving into the niche world of professional perfumery making. Learning its secrets and the true hard work that exists behind this artistry. Creation of personal perfume, your first own perfume!

$85.77

3.7/5

2 h

Harderwijk Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game

Harderwijk 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 Vischpoort, Stadsmuseum Harderwijk, Grote Kerk Harderwijk and Oude stadsmuur. 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 Harderwijk.

$22.82

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.

$18.18

5/5

Escape The City Doesburg City Walk With Puzzles

Are you planning a day out or weekend trip to Doesburg, then you can have a lot of fun with this city walk. An Escape game and city walk at the same time. 2,5 kilometres long and over 1,5 - 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. A city walk has never been so much fun. An app will help you with your quest during the city walk. The Dexterous Doesburger is a serious criminal who has been wanted by the police for years. He has robbed and robbed many residents and the residents often do not dare to talk to the police out of shame or fear. So time you find him.

$34.25

Escape The City Wageningen City Walk With Puzzles

Are you planning a day out or weekend trip to Wageningen, then you can have a lot of fun with this city walk. An Escape game and city walk at the same time. 2,5 kilometres long and over 1,5 - 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. A city walk has never been so much fun. An app will help you with your quest during the city walk. The Wicked Wageninger is a serious criminal that has been troubling the residents of Wageningen for years. Not only is he a thief, but he also robs and threatens people. Out of shame and fear, people often dare not talk to the police, who therefore have no leads. If only there was a team smart enough to help. Are you? Could there finally be a team who know how to find him?

$34.25

3.5/5

2 h

Amersfoort Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game

Amersfoort 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 Koppelpoort, Lieve Vrouwekerkhof, Huis met de Paarse Ruitjes and Groot Tinnenburg. 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 Amersfoort.