Best things to do in Scheveningen
Scheveningen Essentials
Scheveningen combines its maritime heritage with high-profile international institutions. The 19th-century Kurhaus hotel and the 1875 lighthouse stand as landmarks of the classic Dutch coast, while the Peace Palace and International Criminal Court represent The Hague's global significance. Visitors can explore Madurodam’s detailed miniatures, visit the seaside Fairytale Sculptures, or walk along the North Beach. Modern additions like the Pier and its ferris wheel offer views of the North Sea, complemented by the maritime history preserved at Muzee Scheveningen and performances at the Circustheater.
Fairytale Sculptures by the Sea
Beelden aan Zee museum in the Scheveningen district of The Hague, founded in 1994 by the sculpture collectors Theo and Lida Scholten, is…
SEA LIFE Scheveningen
See sharks, clownfish, octopuses and other sea creatures in this aquarium. You can even touch some of them.
Scheveningen Lighthouse
De Scheveningen Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Scheveningen, Netherlands. It was designed by Quirinus Harder and activated finished in 1875.
North Beach
Beautiful clean beach perfect for long strolls along the coast. There is also a section for nudists here.
Skyview De Pier
A 50-meter high Ferris wheel situated over the water on the Pier. It features 36 climate-controlled gondolas offering panoramic views of the Hague coastline and the North Sea.
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