Historical Leiden will entice you
Enjoy the area's museums, history and monuments with a rental holiday home in Leiden. Renowned for its local tours, boating and theatres, this city welcomes all visitors. Keukenhof Gardens and Scheveningen Beach are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. With a holiday rental, you get a home away from home – many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in and around Leiden
Do you want to find attractions to see in the city? Venture out of your holiday home and experience everything that makes Leiden a fun place to get away to. These are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Duinrell (4.7 mi / 7.6 km)
- Vogelpark Avifauna (6.9 mi / 11 km)
- Madurodam (9.2 mi / 14.8 km)
- Familiepark Drievliet (9.4 mi / 15.1 km)
- SEA LIFE Scheveningen (9.5 mi / 15.4 km)
- Wellness Resort ELYSIUM (11.6 mi / 18.7 km)
Exploring the natural features in Leiden
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Leiden is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are some of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Keukenhof Gardens (8.1 mi / 13 km)
- Scheveningen Beach (10.3 mi / 16.6 km)
- Hortus Botanicus (0.4 mi / 0.6 km)
- Katwijk Aan Zee Beach (5.2 mi / 8.4 km)
- Park Clingendael (8 mi / 12.8 km)
- Malieveld (9 mi / 14.5 km)
Transport to and around Leiden
The nearest airport is in Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague), located 14.8 mi (23.7 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Schiphol Airport (AMS), which is 15.5 mi (25 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Leiden Central Station, Leiden Lammenschans Station and De Vink Station are the main stations in the area.