Utrecht

Achter de Dom 1

The Gothic Dom church (built between 1284 and 1520) is the major religious building in the city. It was a part of a larger cathedral which was partially destroyed by a severe storm while under construction.

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112 m tall, it is the highest church tower in the Netherlands. It is also the highest building in the city by municipal mandate. Climbing up the stairs to see the magnificent view on the top is highly recommended, but beware of the narrow…

Dom Square (Domplein)· Moderate

An interesting museum/guided tour under the Dom Square about the Romans in Utrecht.

It's another bridge over the Oudegracht which make a small square between Steenweg and Vismarkt. In the middle of the 16th century older 2 bridges – the Kalisbrug (or Visbrug) and Corduanierbrug – were connected together making the current…

Perhaps it's the most famous bridge over the Oudegracht. It was created in 1547 by vaulting a space between the older two bridges: the Huidenbrug and the Broodbrug, thus creating one of the major squares in the old town.

at the South side of the Dom church

Just sit down, relax, and listen to a Saturday morning carillon concert.

Lucasbolwerk 24

The building is a city landmark. It was designed in 1937 by the famous architect Willem Dudok. Almost all theatre performances are in Dutch, but there are also dance and music performances.

close to the City Hall

A small theatre. Every month they have a Kikker Koopje, a performance by beginning artists

start and finish is at Lucasbolwerk; the sheer number of people on skates is impossible to miss

Participate in the skate parade: every Friday night in summer (roughly May - December), over 300 skaters ride about 20 km in and around Utrecht, making it a great way to see more of the city. The event is free of charge.

Weg naar Rhijnauwen 2

Rent a canoe or kayak. Either take a tour through the city, make sure to visit the Minstroom and Oudegracht. Or take a tour outside the city on the Kromme Rijn towards Bunnik, and dock at Theehuis Rhijnauwen to eat pancakes.

Oudegracht 279

Visit a jamsession or concert in t'Oude Pothuys. Skilled musicians often come here to play for free. For a more intimate experience, you could visit Touchstone, located next to the characteristic Utrecht canals.

descend the stairs towards the wharf next to the canal· Cheap

On a sunny day, renting a canoe to paddle along the canals through the city centre is a great and affordable way to see the city from a different perspective.

Close to the dom· Moderate

Cozy jazz-blues restaurant with good simple food: steaks, salads, sate. The kitchen closes at 21:00, but you can get bitterballen, spring rolls, etc. after that.

Voorstraat 71· Moderate

In this squatters cafe cheap but delicious vegan food is served on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

Servetstraat 4· Cheap

Take-away related to Greek restaurant "Sirtaki" opposite it.

Oudegracht 130-132· Cheap

This place sells Italian rolls in Utrecht, simply called Broodje Mario. They are famous among people from Utrecht; there's even a rap song about it by the local band Stropstrikkers.

Schoutenstraat 12

Serves delicious Italian sandwiches Be prepared to wait in line at lunch time though.

Ganzenmarkt 28

This Greek snack bar serves some of the best pita gyros sandwiches in Utrecht.

Lucas Bolwerk 4· Pricey

Bizarre hostel. Main room dominated by television and individuals sitting at computers. Free internet (when it works), free food (you cook on your own!), sometimes free beer. Showers take half an hour to warm up in the morning.

Boothstraat 8· Pricey

Hostel run by a group of clever ex-squatters who bought their building to start this initiative. The best and most homely hostel in Utrecht. A choice of 4-, 6-, 8-,or 16-bed dorms, free internet and a relaxing shaded garden area.

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Admittedly in a very nice area, this hostel is overpriced, but not so much as other hostels in the Utrecht area. 10 km from Utrecht in Rhijnauwen. Somewhat accessible by bus.

Jaarbeursplein, 24· Expensive

Nestled away in a quiet area, close to center and the Jaarbeurs Convention Center. Meeting rooms available.

Westplein 50

Great location (city centre), modern style with nice meeting rooms overlooking Utrecht.