Is Delft Worth Visiting? Absolutely!, Delft, Netherlands
The picturesque town of Delft is located in South Holland in the Netherlands, between Rotterdam and The Hague. This beautiful little university town with its many canals and the charming historic centre is absolutely perfect for a short break.
It is famous worldwide for its Delft Blue earthenware and for being the hometown of Johannes Vermeer, the artist probably most well known for his painting ‘The Girl With The Pearl Earring.’
I was to be based here for a week, housesitting for two gorgeous and very affectionate Siamese cats - Bertie and Otto. So, apart from having lots of cat cuddles, here are some of the very best things to do in Delft.
As many of you know, I always enjoy taking a city walking tour whenever I visit a new city, and Delft was no exception. My friend Mhoi from Amsterdam, who had never been to this town before, joined me, and together we did the historical walking tour with Do Delft. And result - it was just the two of us!
A walking tour is such a great way to get your bearings and see the highlights in a short time. And as I would be in town for a week, I now knew what I needed to see in Delft. Clever, huh?
The Markt is the main square in Delft and a great starting point for exploring the city. On one side, you have the Delft City Hall, and on the other, the Nieuwe Kerk (new church). And there are plenty of bars, cafes, souvenir shops and pottery outlets in between, all overlooking the square. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
It is famous worldwide for its Delft Blue earthenware and for being the hometown of Johannes Vermeer, the artist probably most well known for his painting ‘The Girl With The Pearl Earring.’
I was to be based here for a week, housesitting for two gorgeous and very affectionate Siamese cats - Bertie and Otto. So, apart from having lots of cat cuddles, here are some of the very best things to do in Delft.
As many of you know, I always enjoy taking a city walking tour whenever I visit a new city, and Delft was no exception. My friend Mhoi from Amsterdam, who had never been to this town before, joined me, and together we did the historical walking tour with Do Delft. And result - it was just the two of us!
A walking tour is such a great way to get your bearings and see the highlights in a short time. And as I would be in town for a week, I now knew what I needed to see in Delft. Clever, huh?
The Markt is the main square in Delft and a great starting point for exploring the city. On one side, you have the Delft City Hall, and on the other, the Nieuwe Kerk (new church). And there are plenty of bars, cafes, souvenir shops and pottery outlets in between, all overlooking the square. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Is Delft Worth Visiting? Absolutely!
Guide Location: Netherlands » Delft
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Sarah Wilson
Read it on Author's Website: https://lifepart2andbeyond.com/things-to-do-in-delft/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Netherlands » Delft
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Sarah Wilson
Read it on Author's Website: https://lifepart2andbeyond.com/things-to-do-in-delft/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Markt
- Delft City Hall
- Nieuwe Kerk
- Oude Kerk
- Oostpoort
- Molen de Roos
- Vermeer Centrum Delft
- Royal Delft Museum
- Brabantse Turfmarkt
Insider Tips for Delft, Netherlands
Delft in a Day
Romantic Delft is a dazzling canal-ringed city in the Netherlands that can be explored in a day and here’s how…
Allow a good long day to explore Delft or if you have time, why not stay for a couple of days as there is quite a lot to see in this alluring city.
Allow a good long day to explore Delft or if you have time, why not stay for a couple of days as there is quite a lot to see in this alluring city.
Truly Experience Delft Blue at Royal Delft
It looks so easy. It is just a small circle in a corner. But at that moment when my brush reaches a sort of inflexion point and its hairs suddenly switch side, it all goes wrong and I break the regular contour.
Photo Series: Life by the Canals of Delft, Netherlands
More and more I’m finding that it’s the smaller cities in Europe that leave me wanting more. Delft is further proof that the Netherlands is home to a whole slew of destinations beyond the capital Amsterdam.
12 Interesting Facts About Delft
Most visitors check Delft out on a Keukenhof day trip, spending only a few hours in the city. Shame! Lovely Delft has a lot to offer beyond its Market Square, Vermeer Centrum and must-visit Royal Delft earthenware factory.
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