Guidebook for Haarlem
Food Scene
Take a stroll down to the River Spaarne, and it’s likely you’ll smell Bar Wolkers before you actually see it – it’s the aroma of fresh coffee being brewed and served almost relentlessly. When you do arrive, you’ll be welcomed by the 100-year-old building’s eclectic interior of wood, tile and kitschy décor. Take a seat inside or on the terrace and enjoy one of Bar Wolkers’ sandwiches made with freshly baked bread, a special soup of the day or satisfy your sweet tooth with a slice of banana cake.
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Bar Wolkers
139 Gedempte Oude Gracht Take a stroll down to the River Spaarne, and it’s likely you’ll smell Bar Wolkers before you actually see it – it’s the aroma of fresh coffee being brewed and served almost relentlessly. When you do arrive, you’ll be welcomed by the 100-year-old building’s eclectic interior of wood, tile and kitschy décor. Take a seat inside or on the terrace and enjoy one of Bar Wolkers’ sandwiches made with freshly baked bread, a special soup of the day or satisfy your sweet tooth with a slice of banana cake.
Nice building in the middle of Haarlem.
You can come here for a good lunch with a nice glass of wine or a unique dinner.
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9 KlokhuispleinNice building in the middle of Haarlem.
You can come here for a good lunch with a nice glass of wine or a unique dinner.
Specktakel Wereldse Keuken
4 SpekstraatDifferent than usual. Unique dishes.
La Cubanita Haarlem
21 Grote MarktUnlimited really good tapas. Not too expensive.
Located in the centre of Haarlem, at By Lima indulging in a cup of coffee and a sweet treat doesn’t have to come with a side-order of guilt. That’s because almost all of its food is made with fresh, organic ingredients, making sure that every nibble and sip is nutritious and delicious. And for such an intimate café, its menu is impressive, with an array of beverage choices and plenty of things to eat. Breakfast is served all day, so you can enjoy a stack of chocolate-chip pancakes at any time, or why not dive in to a packed veggie bowl for an extra boost.
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by LIMA
65 ZijlstraatLocated in the centre of Haarlem, at By Lima indulging in a cup of coffee and a sweet treat doesn’t have to come with a side-order of guilt. That’s because almost all of its food is made with fresh, organic ingredients, making sure that every nibble and sip is nutritious and delicious. And for such an intimate café, its menu is impressive, with an array of beverage choices and plenty of things to eat. Breakfast is served all day, so you can enjoy a stack of chocolate-chip pancakes at any time, or why not dive in to a packed veggie bowl for an extra boost.
You have to taste a little bit of the dutch culture and try a 'frietje' at this place.
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Frietkamer
31 ZijlstraatYou have to taste a little bit of the dutch culture and try a 'frietje' at this place.
If you like indonesian food, you can go here for take away. Really delicious!
Indonesisch Afhaalcentrum Terang Boelan
49 RijksstraatwegIf you like indonesian food, you can go here for take away. Really delicious!
This beautiful cheese and wine shop is famous beyond Haarlem’s borders and much-loved even by restaurateurs for its excellent selection of amazing cheeses and other delicacies. It’s also a great place to go when looking for a gift – expect detailed advice (and great gift-wrapping skills) from one of the passionate proprietors.
Bourgondische Latifstyle
5 KoningstraatThis beautiful cheese and wine shop is famous beyond Haarlem’s borders and much-loved even by restaurateurs for its excellent selection of amazing cheeses and other delicacies. It’s also a great place to go when looking for a gift – expect detailed advice (and great gift-wrapping skills) from one of the passionate proprietors.
Tucked away on a quaint side street, NATIVE is a great hideaway for people who fancy a bit of time out spending some precious moments with the perfect brew. The coffee spot’s run by two of the friendliest faces you’ll ever meet, who’ll make you feel welcome no matter how long you feel like lingering. And while at Native make sure you grab a cup of White Label Coffee, some tea from Crusio Thee or a fizzy drink from DD Cordials. And don’t even try to resist the urge to sample one of MAMA’s organic-baked goods – they’re seriously good. Whether sat inside surrounded by fresh-cut flowers, or perching on the cafés’s outside terrace, you can always order a bite to eat – and stay as long as you like
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Native Haarlem - Koffie
23 BreestraatTucked away on a quaint side street, NATIVE is a great hideaway for people who fancy a bit of time out spending some precious moments with the perfect brew. The coffee spot’s run by two of the friendliest faces you’ll ever meet, who’ll make you feel welcome no matter how long you feel like lingering. And while at Native make sure you grab a cup of White Label Coffee, some tea from Crusio Thee or a fizzy drink from DD Cordials. And don’t even try to resist the urge to sample one of MAMA’s organic-baked goods – they’re seriously good. Whether sat inside surrounded by fresh-cut flowers, or perching on the cafés’s outside terrace, you can always order a bite to eat – and stay as long as you like
Located in the heart of Haarlem, Meneer Frans gives its guests the chance to enjoy a bit of theatre while they’re enjoying coffee or lunch. That’s because this quirky restaurant features an array of different themed rooms that all offer a special ambience. Take the ladies’ room, which celebrates 18th century style, or another of Meneer Frans’ fascinating spaces featuring a large metallic wall and industrial elements. Lounge in the garden for a more private lunch, enjoying a delicious sandwich, salad or a specialty Flammkuchen from the eatery’s extensive menu – all finished off with a steaming mug of coffee of course.
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Mister French
8 Klein HeiliglandLocated in the heart of Haarlem, Meneer Frans gives its guests the chance to enjoy a bit of theatre while they’re enjoying coffee or lunch. That’s because this quirky restaurant features an array of different themed rooms that all offer a special ambience. Take the ladies’ room, which celebrates 18th century style, or another of Meneer Frans’ fascinating spaces featuring a large metallic wall and industrial elements. Lounge in the garden for a more private lunch, enjoying a delicious sandwich, salad or a specialty Flammkuchen from the eatery’s extensive menu – all finished off with a steaming mug of coffee of course.
Haarlem’s main square, or Grote Markt, might be the best place to spend some time admiring the city’s many charms. And Fortuyn might be the best place in the Grote Markt to get comfortable with something nice to eat and drink. The cosy café’s large, open windows offer the perfect vantage point to watch life in the city unfold, and the coffee is seriously good, while the food menu is long, and brimming with tasty things to tuck into. Sandwiches, soup, salads and bar bites are all available for lunch, but with such a great location, you might even stay until dinner.
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Floryn
23 Grote MarktHaarlem’s main square, or Grote Markt, might be the best place to spend some time admiring the city’s many charms. And Fortuyn might be the best place in the Grote Markt to get comfortable with something nice to eat and drink. The cosy café’s large, open windows offer the perfect vantage point to watch life in the city unfold, and the coffee is seriously good, while the food menu is long, and brimming with tasty things to tuck into. Sandwiches, soup, salads and bar bites are all available for lunch, but with such a great location, you might even stay until dinner.
You won’t forget the directions to Spaarne66, and once you get there, you might never want to leave. Located right on the Spaarne River, this little family-run café can offer you a doppio, ristretto, latte and more. If you think the taste is something special then you’re right: as all the coffees are brewed from freshly-roasted beans, perfect to sip while sitting by the water. Be sure to stay for lunch or dinner too – the café changes its menu throughout the year, making sure everything on offer is seasonal and as fresh as possible.
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Spaarne66
66 SpaarneYou won’t forget the directions to Spaarne66, and once you get there, you might never want to leave. Located right on the Spaarne River, this little family-run café can offer you a doppio, ristretto, latte and more. If you think the taste is something special then you’re right: as all the coffees are brewed from freshly-roasted beans, perfect to sip while sitting by the water. Be sure to stay for lunch or dinner too – the café changes its menu throughout the year, making sure everything on offer is seasonal and as fresh as possible.
Fishbar Monk
20 TurfmarktDrinks & Nightlife
All that sightseeing and shopping is thirsty work, so be sure to drop by this former church to worship at the altar of beer. Now converted into a brewery, grand café and tasting room, the beautiful church building is home to Haarlem’s famous Jopen beer, which is created using medieval local recipes.
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Jopen
2 Gedempte VoldersgrachtAll that sightseeing and shopping is thirsty work, so be sure to drop by this former church to worship at the altar of beer. Now converted into a brewery, grand café and tasting room, the beautiful church building is home to Haarlem’s famous Jopen beer, which is created using medieval local recipes.
Best shisha lounge from Holland. Good crew, nice cocktails and great music.
Charlie Haarlem Lounge Café
7 BotermarktBest shisha lounge from Holland. Good crew, nice cocktails and great music.
Grand Café XO welcomes you to the historic city centre of Haarlem. XO, situated in Grote Markt square, is the ideal place in the centre of Haarlem for lunch, dinner or just a nice drink.
Apart from the Grand Café on the ground floor, there is a unique space on the first floor with views of Grote Markt square. Here, you can have closed meetings, drinks, dinner or book a drinks reception for up to 90 people. In the loft, there are 2 separate rooms which lend themselves to meetings, lunch, drinks, dinner or evening parties of up to 100 people. All rooms described above can be booked separately.
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Café XO
8 Grote MarktGrand Café XO welcomes you to the historic city centre of Haarlem. XO, situated in Grote Markt square, is the ideal place in the centre of Haarlem for lunch, dinner or just a nice drink.
Apart from the Grand Café on the ground floor, there is a unique space on the first floor with views of Grote Markt square. Here, you can have closed meetings, drinks, dinner or book a drinks reception for up to 90 people. In the loft, there are 2 separate rooms which lend themselves to meetings, lunch, drinks, dinner or evening parties of up to 100 people. All rooms described above can be booked separately.
Thanks to strong programming and its distinct character, cultural centre Patronaat has been one of the top ten music venues in the Netherlands for years. In addition to various concerts and night-time productions in the rooms, Patronaat also has its own café, with free live music all year round by Dutch and international bands.
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Patronaat
2 ZijlsingelThanks to strong programming and its distinct character, cultural centre Patronaat has been one of the top ten music venues in the Netherlands for years. In addition to various concerts and night-time productions in the rooms, Patronaat also has its own café, with free live music all year round by Dutch and international bands.
Bloomingdale Beach
94 ZeewegBeachclub
Sightseeing
At the historic heart of Haarlem, this vast square is located underneath the imposing Grote Kerk, and is the image of the city that many people will recognise. Hosting regular festivals, concerts and markets, the Grote Markt is the hub of daily life in Haarlem and just happens to be one of the prettiest city squares in the country. Go there on a Saturday when the Netherlands’ finest street market rolls out its wares.
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Grote MarktAt the historic heart of Haarlem, this vast square is located underneath the imposing Grote Kerk, and is the image of the city that many people will recognise. Hosting regular festivals, concerts and markets, the Grote Markt is the hub of daily life in Haarlem and just happens to be one of the prettiest city squares in the country. Go there on a Saturday when the Netherlands’ finest street market rolls out its wares.
There are few sights more quintessentially Dutch than that of a windmill looming over a river, and the Molen (windmill) de Adriaan is one of the finest examples in the region. The imposing wooden tower has been a definitive feature on Haarlem’s skyline since the 18th century, although the existing windmill is actually a reconstruction (the original sadly burnt down in 1932). The mill is open for guided tours that include spectacular views across Haarlem’s rooftops from its riverside platform
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Windmill De Adriaan (1779)
1A PapentorenvestThere are few sights more quintessentially Dutch than that of a windmill looming over a river, and the Molen (windmill) de Adriaan is one of the finest examples in the region. The imposing wooden tower has been a definitive feature on Haarlem’s skyline since the 18th century, although the existing windmill is actually a reconstruction (the original sadly burnt down in 1932). The mill is open for guided tours that include spectacular views across Haarlem’s rooftops from its riverside platform
Amsterdam isn’t the only city famous for its canal cruises. Haarlem also has a close connection to water, with the Spaarne river meandering through the heart of city and various canals and waterways weaving their way between ancient monuments and sights. It’s a beautifully relaxed way to explore the city, and a great way to get your bearings before setting off to explore the sights in more details.
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Spaarne
SpaarneAmsterdam isn’t the only city famous for its canal cruises. Haarlem also has a close connection to water, with the Spaarne river meandering through the heart of city and various canals and waterways weaving their way between ancient monuments and sights. It’s a beautifully relaxed way to explore the city, and a great way to get your bearings before setting off to explore the sights in more details.
Arts & Culture
Don’t leave the Grote Markt without taking a look inside Haarlem’s magnificent cathedral, which dates back to the 14th century. The building’s turbulent history has seen it passed between different denominations of Christianity, damaged by fire and struck by lightning, yet still the beautiful giant towers high above Haarlem’s rooftops, dominating its skyline as it has done for centuries. Inside, the gothic interior is nothing short of breathtaking and is the final resting place of several famous Haarlemmers including Frans Hals and Willem Bilderdijk.
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St.-Bavokerk
22 Grote MarktDon’t leave the Grote Markt without taking a look inside Haarlem’s magnificent cathedral, which dates back to the 14th century. The building’s turbulent history has seen it passed between different denominations of Christianity, damaged by fire and struck by lightning, yet still the beautiful giant towers high above Haarlem’s rooftops, dominating its skyline as it has done for centuries. Inside, the gothic interior is nothing short of breathtaking and is the final resting place of several famous Haarlemmers including Frans Hals and Willem Bilderdijk.
Golden Age portrait painter Frans Hals is one of Haarlem’s most famous sons, and his legacy can be seen all over the city. Nowhere more so than at the Frans Hals museum, a large gallery dedicated to Golden Age art and Hals’ portraiture, and home to the largest collection of Frans Hals portraits in the world.
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62 Groot HeiliglandGolden Age portrait painter Frans Hals is one of Haarlem’s most famous sons, and his legacy can be seen all over the city. Nowhere more so than at the Frans Hals museum, a large gallery dedicated to Golden Age art and Hals’ portraiture, and home to the largest collection of Frans Hals portraits in the world.
The Dolhuys resembles an old church, but actually sheltered people with contagious diseases like leprosy and the plague, and housed people with mental health problems. Visit the museum housed there today and explore the minds of artists, writers and scientists who lives with disabilities and mental illness. Each of the featured artists battled demons but created art which has enriched hundreds of thousands of lives, from Vincent van Gogh to Edvard Munch. You’ll also see one of the very few remaining isolation chambers in Europe, dating from the 16th century, and find out exactly what it feels like to be locked away in such a dark and confided space.
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海特多爾豪斯
2 SchotersingelThe Dolhuys resembles an old church, but actually sheltered people with contagious diseases like leprosy and the plague, and housed people with mental health problems. Visit the museum housed there today and explore the minds of artists, writers and scientists who lives with disabilities and mental illness. Each of the featured artists battled demons but created art which has enriched hundreds of thousands of lives, from Vincent van Gogh to Edvard Munch. You’ll also see one of the very few remaining isolation chambers in Europe, dating from the 16th century, and find out exactly what it feels like to be locked away in such a dark and confided space.
Shopping
Haarlem has been voted as the Netherlands’ best shopping destination on several occasions, and a quick saunter around the boutique-lined streets will reveal exactly why. With everything from achingly cool concept stores to traditional markets and big brands to independent labels, as well as charming antique and curiosity shops around every corner, it’s no wonder that Haarlemmers call their shopping district ‘de Gouden Straatjes’ (streets of gold). Perhaps the best-known streets in Haarlem are the Grote Houtstraat, the Barteljorisstraat and the Zijlstraat. But don’t miss the chance to explore the smaller streets characteristic of this historic city, such as the Schagchelstraat, Kleine Houtstr
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Kleine Houtstraat
Kleine HoutstraatHaarlem has been voted as the Netherlands’ best shopping destination on several occasions, and a quick saunter around the boutique-lined streets will reveal exactly why. With everything from achingly cool concept stores to traditional markets and big brands to independent labels, as well as charming antique and curiosity shops around every corner, it’s no wonder that Haarlemmers call their shopping district ‘de Gouden Straatjes’ (streets of gold). Perhaps the best-known streets in Haarlem are the Grote Houtstraat, the Barteljorisstraat and the Zijlstraat. But don’t miss the chance to explore the smaller streets characteristic of this historic city, such as the Schagchelstraat, Kleine Houtstr
The Saturday’s farmers’ market on the historic Grote Markt square has been voted the best market in the Netherlands, and quite rightly so. In addition to fresh fruit and vegetables (including a large organic selection), there is an abundance of homemade food ranging from fresh pasta and different sorts of pesto to homemade steak pies. Sweet teeth are bound to be satisfied, too, as the delicious smell of freshly made Dutch stroopwafels wafts over the square, magnetically attracting locals and visitors alike.
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Town Hall Haarlem
2 Grote MarktThe Saturday’s farmers’ market on the historic Grote Markt square has been voted the best market in the Netherlands, and quite rightly so. In addition to fresh fruit and vegetables (including a large organic selection), there is an abundance of homemade food ranging from fresh pasta and different sorts of pesto to homemade steak pies. Sweet teeth are bound to be satisfied, too, as the delicious smell of freshly made Dutch stroopwafels wafts over the square, magnetically attracting locals and visitors alike.
To explore even more of Haarlem’s market life, then the Saturday market on nearby Botermarkt is also a favourite with the locals and offers a more intimate market experience than its more well-known neighbour.
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Botermarkt
BotermarktTo explore even more of Haarlem’s market life, then the Saturday market on nearby Botermarkt is also a favourite with the locals and offers a more intimate market experience than its more well-known neighbour.
Design lovers can shop to their heart’s content at this concept store in the heart of Haarlem’s old town, which stocks an exciting range of funky, well-designed homeware, lamps and furniture from their own brand and from designers such as HAY and Secto. The shop also sells an excellent range of women’s fashion and accessories, mainly from Dutch designers.
Weidesign
27 KoningstraatDesign lovers can shop to their heart’s content at this concept store in the heart of Haarlem’s old town, which stocks an exciting range of funky, well-designed homeware, lamps and furniture from their own brand and from designers such as HAY and Secto. The shop also sells an excellent range of women’s fashion and accessories, mainly from Dutch designers.
Haarlem is a haven for cool and quirky concept stores, selling everything from funky homeware to clothes and even skateboards. Turning browsing into a pure unadulterated joy, stores like Sissy-Boy are top places to pick up some beautiful new purchases, hang out with a coffee and a magazine, and soak up some inspiration.
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Sissy-Boy
25 BarteljorisstraatHaarlem is a haven for cool and quirky concept stores, selling everything from funky homeware to clothes and even skateboards. Turning browsing into a pure unadulterated joy, stores like Sissy-Boy are top places to pick up some beautiful new purchases, hang out with a coffee and a magazine, and soak up some inspiration.
Generaal Cronjéstraat
Generaal Cronjéstraatshopping centre for all your daily stuf. Also some nice clothes shops.
Getting Around
Haarlem station
11 L StationspleinTrain/bus stations.
In 15 minutes you are in the centre of Amsterdam.
You can take the bus in front of our appartment. You can take the bus to the centre of the station of Haarlem.
Rijksstraatweg
RijksstraatwegYou can take the bus in front of our appartment. You can take the bus to the centre of the station of Haarlem.
Entertainment & Activities
Pathé Haarlem
41-43 ZijlvestWhether you’re looking for contemporary dance, cutting-edge theatre or an arthouse flick, Harleem’s Toneelschuur does it all. Housing two theatre halls and two movie screens, the venue has been hosting a unique programme of performances, dance shows and its own productions for the past 40 years. And as well as welcoming touring companies, Toneelschuur invests in local artists and writers to help develop and nurture local talent. So if you’re looking to discover something new or find a real hidden gem, this wonderful venue is the perfect place to start.
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Toneelschuur
9 Lange BegijnestraatWhether you’re looking for contemporary dance, cutting-edge theatre or an arthouse flick, Harleem’s Toneelschuur does it all. Housing two theatre halls and two movie screens, the venue has been hosting a unique programme of performances, dance shows and its own productions for the past 40 years. And as well as welcoming touring companies, Toneelschuur invests in local artists and writers to help develop and nurture local talent. So if you’re looking to discover something new or find a real hidden gem, this wonderful venue is the perfect place to start.
One of the most beautiful theatres in the Netherlands, Haarlem’s Stadsschouwburg does it all: plays, dance productions, and music and cabaret shows. The charming classic theatre hall – originally opened in 1918 - boasts golden walls, colourful mosaics, red plush interiors, ornate ceilings and an eye-catching chandelier. The theatre was reopened in 2008 after a huge renovation, and since then the renovation has continued to help the Stadsschouwburg shine more brightly than ever.
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Stadsschouwburg station
One of the most beautiful theatres in the Netherlands, Haarlem’s Stadsschouwburg does it all: plays, dance productions, and music and cabaret shows. The charming classic theatre hall – originally opened in 1918 - boasts golden walls, colourful mosaics, red plush interiors, ornate ceilings and an eye-catching chandelier. The theatre was reopened in 2008 after a huge renovation, and since then the renovation has continued to help the Stadsschouwburg shine more brightly than ever.