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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. The Dom Tower ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Dom Tower
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2. St. Martin’s Cathedral ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture
St. Martin’s Cathedral
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3. Rietveld Schroder House

Rietveld Schroder House
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4. De Haar Castle

Romantic Castles
De Haar Castle
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5. Oudegracht

Oudegracht
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6. Museum Speelklok

Category: Museums & Culture
Museum Speelklok
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7. Miffy Traffic Light

Miffy Traffic Light
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8. Centraal Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Centraal Museum
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9. Miffy Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Miffy Museum
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10. Museum Catharijne Convent

Category: Museums & Culture
Museum Catharijne Convent
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11. Utrecht University Botanic Gardens

Category: Activities
Utrecht University Botanic Gardens
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12. Tivoli Vredenburg

Tivoli Vredenburg
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13. DOMunder

DOMunder
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14. Sonnenborgh Museum and Observatory

Category: Attractions
Sonnenborgh Museum and Observatory
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15. Museum Oud Amelisweerd

Category: Museums & Culture
Museum Oud Amelisweerd
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16. Janskerk

Janskerk
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17. Fort Rijnauwen

Category: Activities
Fort Rijnauwen
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18. Zuylen Castle

Romantic Castles
Zuylen Castle
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19. Railway Museum

Category: Kids & Family
Railway Museum
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20. Maximapark

Maximapark
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21. Blauw

Blauw
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22. Cest Ca

Cest Ca
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23. Olivier

Olivier
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Question: What makes Utrecht a unique city to visit?
  • Answer: Quaint, quirky and full of quality activities to enjoy, it’s easy to fall in love with Utrecht. This busy and hip university city in the Netherlands is one of the country’s most historically rich urban centers.
  • Question: What is Utrecht known for historically?
  • Answer: In fact, it has been known throughout the centuries for being deeply religious, with many iconic religious landmarks to explore.
  • Question: What is Utrecht's modern cultural scene like?
  • Answer: Apart from its medieval history, Utrecht is also home to a thriving cultural scene. Trendy cafes and eateries are popping up left and right to cater to the ever changing student population, while a busy concert schedule regularly draws large crowds from all over the country.
  • Question: Where should visitors start their Utrecht vacation?
  • Answer: Not sure where to start your Utrecht vacation? Check out some of the city’s most popular draws below.

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