Museumkwartier Travel Guide
Utrecht
Visit Museumkwartier
Popular places to visit
Utrecht University-USP Uithof
Explore the campus of Utrecht University-USP Uithof during your trip to Utrecht. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.
Dom Church
In a city that was once home to 40 cathedrals, the Domkerk and its tower remain the most eye-catching historical sites in the city.
Oudegracht
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oudegracht during your travels in Utrecht. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Railway Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Railway Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Utrecht. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Rietveld Schroder House
Marvel at the bright colors and peculiar shapes of one of the most iconic examples of modernist architecture in the world.
Utrecht City Theatre
Enjoy a show at Utrecht City Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Utrecht. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.
Things to do
Small Group Tour to Castle De Haar from Amsterdam
Utrecht Monster Mystery: Self-Guided Puzzle City Quest
Utrecht: Dom Tower Entry Ticket and Guided Tour
Top hotels in Museumkwartier
Grand Hotel Karel V
Absolutely superb and wonderful experience. This hotel is exquisite and its staff is perfection. We can’t wait to return!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Court Hotel City Centre Utrecht
Pleasant room, excellent location. Very helpful reception staff.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Conscious Hotel Oudegracht Utrecht
Hotel opened in October 2025. So is still finding its feet. Excellent location on Oudegracht. Staff are located in adjoining coffee shop and are very helpful.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Jaz in the City Amsterdam
Excellent clean room, staff and breakfast, next to Ziggo Dome.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam / Arena Boulevard
Breakfast was very good. Rooms were also clean and friendly. It was spacious as well.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Arena Towers by IHG
Very good
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Museumkwartier
Nieuwegracht-Oost
If you're spending some time in Nieuwegracht-Oost, Park Lepelenburg and Sonnenborgh Observatory are top sights worth seeing.
Utrecht City Center
Utrecht City Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tivoli and Utrecht City Theatre.
Neude Janskerkhof en Domplein
While visiting Neude Janskerkhof en Domplein, you might make a stop by sights like Oudegracht and Neude.
Oudwijk
When in Oudwijk, you can plan a visit to Railway Museum and Utrecht City Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Watervogelbuurt
When in Watervogelbuurt, you can plan a visit to Central Museum and Dick Bruna House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Wittevrouwen
Though Wittevrouwen may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Utrecht City Theatre and Railway Museum.
