Tours & Activities in Leiden

Discover Leiden from the water with a guided canal cruise. See the historic city center, meander through the cozy canals, and marvel at the waterfront houses with a local guide as your captain.

This is the only Dutch landscape walking tour in the Leiden area, which is also close to the Dutch flower fields. This tour can be combined with a visit to the Dutch flower fields close to Leiden as well (in the vehicle)

Be your own captain and discover Leiden from the water with 8 persons on this boat rental. Your boat is private and perfect to enjoy a relaxing day in this historical city with friends and family.

Price per group of 2-6 people. Within 2 hours, the Qula Leiden City Trail leads you along the best spots in Leiden, while you play fun riddles and assignments on your smartphone. Try to set a high score with family or friends and explore the city. There are no fixed start times or reservations, you choose your own day and time. The Trail is available 24/7 and there is no time limit - you can start, pause and stop whenever it suits you! It is offered in multiple languages ​​(Eng, Ger, Fr, Ned, Sp, It and more). The Qula City Trail is great fun and the most affordable outing for families and groups of friends. How does it work? When you book, you will receive an email with instructions on how to play the Trail on your smartphone. Android or iPhone compatible. Once at the starting point, start your quest through the city, it's that easy!

See the monuments and museums of Leiden from the water on this cool cruise

In this one day remembrance tour you get the story of the British 1st Airborne Division in the iconic Battle of Arnhem in September 1944. First we visit the landing zone at Ginkel Heath and the culvert. Then we follow the route of 2nd Para battalion to the John Frost Bridge in Arnhem via Kate ter Horst House, Lonsdale Church, Urquhart House and Elisabeth Gasthuis. We go back to Oosterbeek for Hotel Hartenstein, the White house, Hacket's Hollow and the perimeter. We conclude with a visit to the CWGC Oosterbeek Cemetery to pay our respects. Visit to the Hartenstein Airborne museum is optional and may impact the schedule.

Explore a whole world full of human experience in Leiden's museum of ethnology

In this workshop you will not only learn about how to make your own unique piece of handicraft, but you will also take it home with you! Moreover, you will pick your own unique piece or pieces of leather and will combine them in any style you want. This makes every piece unique and totally meets the wishes of every guest. You will be working inside a monumental building, constructed in 1875, while enjoying the large variety of colorful leather hides surrounding you. It all adds up to a very exclusive experience!

This tour is a step above the rest – with unique cultural experiences and fine dining and lodging. Two guides, a group size limited to fourteen, and a support van in case you get tired. You’ll stay at three wonderful 3- and 4-star hotels (the first on the ocean, close to blooming fields of daffodils, hyacinths, and tulips; the second in the historic center of Delft; the last on a picturesque lake). After finishing pleasurable days of biking along safe, flat bicycle paths and small roads, you’ll enjoy four superb dinners of three or four-courses (the Dutch really know how to cook!). This tour is led personally by Denise so you’ll be traveling with a guide who really knows the local area and can give you the best service Van Gogh Tours has to offer!

Paddleboard your way through the historical city of Leiden. This unique way to discover this beautiful city is perfect to discover hidden canals and the most beautiful places with friends and family.

With our exciting treasure hunt for kids you'll experience a unique family adventure. It's a special scavenger hunt for kids that can play 'detective' in the streets of Noordwijk aan Zee. They will have to work together to answer the questions that will pass along the way. It's a fun outdoor-activity that you can play whenever you want, cause this activity is completely selfguided through your mobile phone.

Discover Europe's oldest ethnographical museum in the city of Leiden. Let your eyes be opened to a range of cultures from all corners of the world.

Dive into the history of Leiden during this immersive, private tour through the historical city of the Pilgrim Father, master painter Rembrandt van Rijn and the oldest university of The Netherlands. Feel the Dutch Golden Age, and get to know the role of the remarkable city of Leiden in Dutch history. The city is not an open-air museum, it is also an attractive, young and vibrant place! You will get to know the ins and outs of Leiden like no other. You might know more than the average local afterwards, believe it or not! And do not forget, it is you that determines the pace of this private tour! And don't hesitate to ask your guide anything you want to know, about life in the Netherlands in general, or in Leiden in particular. Enjoy!

Unravel the hidden trail via your mobile and discover the most beautiful places of Noordwijk & Noordwjk Binnen! Search the streets to find the answers along the way. Study statues, artworks, buildings and more! Learn more local stories of history and culture about the beach life, fishermen, the flower bulbs while walking to the romantic streets of Noordwijk-Binnen with linden trees everywhere. Play with one team, or compete against each other. For the best experience, we recommend to play the Schnipseljagd with 1-5 players per team. You can take breaks whenever you like. The Schnipseljagd is a selfguided tour. You can also order the Schnipseljagd in our webshop. Within a few minutes, you can start playing on your mobile phone. When you order the Schnipseljagd via Tripadvisor/Viator we will send you a text-message, within 24 hours, requesting your email address. You'll receive the Schnipseljagd link by e-mail. Don't forget to also check your spam-box.

In this workshop you will not only learn about how to make your own unique piece of handicraft, but you will also take it home with you! Moreover, you will pick your own unique piece or pieces of leather and will combine them in any style you want. This makes every piece unique and totally meets the wishes of every guest. You will be working inside a monumental building, constructed in 1875, while enjoying the large variety of colorful leather hides surrounding you. It all adds up to a very exclusive experience!

Experience a new way to discover a city with this 'gamified' tour! Explore Leiden during this self-guided walking tour that lets you see the city in a different light. You'll even learn about hidden spots most locals don't know about! Immerse yourself in a uniquely crafted story as you solve engaging puzzles that highlight the history and noteworthy sights of the city. It appears a police officer has taken files containing sensitive information from the local police station. Can you track him and find out why he took the files before the information ends up in the wrong hands? Rally your friends and put your problem-solving and exploration skills to the test! - Start your adventure at any moment you choose - All you need is a smartphone with a mobile data plan - Suitable for a team of up to 5-6 players aged 15 and older (supervision recommended for younger players) - This city tour takes around 2 hours to complete and is approximately 2,5 kilometers long

During the Discovery Trip "The Stolen Keys", you will explore the city of Leiden during a 90-minute self-guided walking tour. In 90 minutes, you will see the most iconic places of Leiden while solving fun puzzles about the environment. Do your best and set a new high score for the trip together with your friends or family. As Discovery Trips is self-guided, there are no fixed starting times. You can pick whenever you want to start discovering. Furthermore, the trip is available in English, German and Dutch. So, what are you waiting for? Let's discover!

After Amsterdam, Leiden is considered as the second most important city in the Netherlands with regards to waterways and canals. With more than 57 bridges in the inner city itself, it is a unique city which a visit should not be missed. Some Dutch call Leiden the little Amsterdam. This is the only Leiden walking excursion with a live guide in the Netherlands to be found in TripAdvisor or viator. The walk will be supplemented by valuable information on the city, cultural significance and the current trends. This city tour also can be also combined with the Dutch windmill and polder walking tour, which is being done on the outskirts of the Leiden city. Leiden is also characterized by the world famous Leiden university buildings, mansions and museums with great exhibitions. For the travelers from the USA, Leiden has a special significance because of the Pilgrim fathers, who lived here in the 17th century.

Explore the cities of Delft, Leiden, The Hague, and Haarlem all in one day on this private tour from Amsterdam. Walk the historical alleys, squares, and hidden courtyards of these charming cities.

A unique view of the Dutch landscape. Where most travelers go is Amsterdam. We bring you to the real true identity of the Netherlands. Lisse and the Kagerplassen are known for their natural looks. During this tour you will discover beautiful nature reserves in combination with a beautiful tour on our boat. The departure location is 10 minutes from Keukenhof.

Stop and smell the flowers at the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands

Discover the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands with this entry ticket. Venture through the Hortus Botanicus and admire stunning plant collections from around the globe.

Uncover the stories behind Leiden's hidden gems, famous landmarks and unique places through this self-guided audio walk. Learn about history, culture, and local life – all in both text and audio.

Explore Leiden in a unique way with the Escape Tour. Wander through the city and search for new clues and tasks to find the secret exit of Leiden. Will you find the secret exit within two hours?

Solve the murder of Balthazar! A fun activity to do when visiting a city with your family or as a couple. 'Sherlock Holmes' is filled with brain teasers, puzzles, hilarious phototasks & British humor.

Unravel the hidden trail via your mobile and discover the most beautiful places of Noordwijk aan Zee! To find the answers, you have to take a closer look at your surroundings. Study statues, artworks, buildings and more! Discover the seaside while walking the boulevard and learn more about the local beach life and fishery-culture. Explore the old fishermen’s town and find your way through the villa neighborhood hidden in the dunes. Play with one team, or compete against each other. For 1-5 players per team. You can take breaks whenever you like. The Schnipseljagd is a selfguided tour. You can order the Schnipseljagd easily in the webshop on our website. Within a few minutes, you can start playing on your mobile phone. When you order the Schnipseljagd via Tripadvisor/Viator we will send you a text-message, within 24 hours, requesting your email address. You'll receive the Schnipseljagd link by e-mail. Don't forget to also check your spam-box.

Explore the city at your own pace while playing the Sherlock Holmes City Game, a self-guided tour that offers a lot of freedom and flexibility. You can play when, where and with who you want. Whether you want to play alone for personal excitement or with a group of people this is the game for you! Playing with more groups will turn into a competitive experience, perfect as a teambuilding activity. This game is a fun activity you can do while visiting a city with your family and friends or as a couple. Our City Game offers the maximum independence, you can play pause & continue whenever you want. HOW TO PLAY: Book the City Game, check the email we send you with the simple instructions, download the Loquiz App, access the City Game and you are ready to begin your gaming experience!

Escape the City is a fun way to discover Leiden together with your friends, family or colleagues. Solve assignments and riddles together, earn clues, get all the prizes and Escape the City!

🏰 Explore Leiden while playing an outdoor escape game with Coddy. 🌟 Discover popular attractions and unlock hidden gems as you solve riddles and complete missions along the way.

Embark on an Quest which is a mixture of a Pub Crawl and a Pub Quiz Navigating six handpicked pubs for an evening of lively fun! Engage in entertaining quizzes and games at each venue en share laughs.