Municipality of Leiden Travel Guide

Giant water lilies, carnivorous pitcher plants, rare and endangered plants and a host of colorful flowers await at Leiden’s botanical garden.

Step back through history to the medieval times of cut-throat deceptions and power politics when you visit this hilltop castle that overlooks the Rhine.

The history of this Gothic medieval church is intertwined with that of the pilgrims who lived and worked in Leiden for many years before migrating to America.

The classical building by the canal is where merchants once sent their goods to be weighed before market. These days it’s a music venue and gallery.

The past comes alive at Lieden’s National Museum of Antiquities, where you’ll explore cultures of the ancient Egyptians, the Romans, Greeks, Syrians and Persians.

Investigate a wealth of cultural heritage from every continent and learn about the traditions, art and religions that make human culture so diverse.

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Leiden University during your travels in Leiden. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.

You can study the exhibits at Naturalis Biodiversity Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Leiden. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.