The friendly area of Houten awaits your stay
Learn about the unique charm of Houten with a stay in a holiday home rental. This welcoming and scenic city is well known for its restaurants, spas and bars. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Sightseeing in and around Houten
Do you want to find top things to see and do while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Houten a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Thermen Soesterberg (8.7 mi / 14 km)
- Amersfoort Animal Park (11.4 mi / 18.4 km)
- Vinkeveense Plassen (17.1 mi / 27.4 km)
- Fish Spa Amersfoort (12.9 mi / 20.8 km)
- Recreation Mijnden (13.3 mi / 21.4 km)
- Goyer Golf & Country Club (14.9 mi / 24 km)
Exploring the natural features in Houten
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in Houten. These are a few of the area's most stunning features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Oudegracht (4.3 mi / 6.9 km)
- Loosdrecht Lakes (12.3 mi / 19.8 km)
- Vinkeveense Plassen (17.1 mi / 27.4 km)
- Reeuwijkse Plassen (17.6 mi / 28.4 km)
- Utrecht Botanical Gardens (4.2 mi / 6.7 km)
- Griftpark (5.2 mi / 8.4 km)
How to get to and around Houten
The nearest airport is in Schiphol Airport (AMS), located 25.8 mi (41.6 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague), which is 31.5 mi (50.7 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, make your way to Houten Station or Houten Castellum Station and explore the city from there.