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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  The Netherlands  /  North Holland Province  /  Haarlem  /  Grote Markt

Grote Markt, Haarlem

4.6
#1 of 104 in Things to do in Haarlem
Must see · Historic Walking Area · Tourist Spot
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Grote Markt, Haarlem's main square, is lined with famous buildings, as well as bars and restaurants. City hall, Vleeshal, Hoofdwacht, and Grote Kerk all border the square. See Hoofdwacht, which was built in the 13th century and is generally regarded as the oldest building in Haarlem. If you're able to visit on a weekend, enjoy the busy market that takes over with vendors selling a range of goods. Use our Haarlem trip planning tool to visit Grote Markt on your trip to Haarlem, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
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FROM $215 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Haarlem Walking Tour Through Old Town Private Haarlem Walking Tour Through Old Town
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  • By SacredGardenLove
    The Tulip Parade floats were parked here in this historic center the day after the parade. As you can expect it was very crowded on the street. Not many shops were open. There was an amusement park... 
    The Tulip Parade floats were parked here in this historic center the day after the parade. As you can expect it was very crowded on the street. Not many shops were open. There was an amusement park...  more »
  • By patriciavR2623OH
    Lovely, clean, wonderful smells and beautifully laid out stalls with fresh produce and crafts!. Visited and stayed for lunch! 
    Lovely, clean, wonderful smells and beautifully laid out stalls with fresh produce and crafts!. Visited and stayed for lunch!  more »
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