Uit eten
I do not give a tip about where you can eat out in the evening. There is as much as possible in Gouda. My advice: just walk into the city and be surprised.
Below are tips for a quick snack or drink during your visit to the beautiful historic city of Gouda.
Delicious Stroopwafels (syrup waffles)
If you see the point of sale you would not say it, but all people in Gouda know that you are buying the most delicious stroopwafels from Markus.
Markus Stroopwafels
Delicious Stroopwafels (syrup waffles)
If you see the point of sale you would not say it, but all people in Gouda know that you are buying the most delicious stroopwafels from Markus.
Espresso Coffee Factory
64 Nieuwe MarktYou can drink the best coffee at De Koffiefabriek.
When the weather is bad, go to the Chocolate Factory where you can relax and read a book, magazine or newspaper for free while enjoying a nice drink.
Here, by the way, they also serve the tastiest hot chocolate in Gouda and you can affordly eat a healthy meal in the evening. The chocolate factory is located in the Gouda library, which is open 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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Chocolate Factory Library Gouda
20 Klein AmerikaWhen the weather is bad, go to the Chocolate Factory where you can relax and read a book, magazine or newspaper for free while enjoying a nice drink.
Here, by the way, they also serve the tastiest hot chocolate in Gouda and you can affordly eat a healthy meal in the evening. The chocolate factory is located in the Gouda library, which is open 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Gouwenaars (people from Gouda) only get ice cream from one ice cream shop and that is at David’s Gelato (address: Lange Tiendeweg 23). Their ice cream is so delicious that Gouwenaars, wherever they are anywhere in the world, buy an ice cream somewhere else are always disappointed and soon after coming home in Gouda they go and get an ice cream from David's to enjoy that delicious ice cream.
David's Gelato
2 MarktGouwenaars (people from Gouda) only get ice cream from one ice cream shop and that is at David’s Gelato (address: Lange Tiendeweg 23). Their ice cream is so delicious that Gouwenaars, wherever they are anywhere in the world, buy an ice cream somewhere else are always disappointed and soon after coming home in Gouda they go and get an ice cream from David's to enjoy that delicious ice cream.
In 2018, a new pavilion was built along the Hollandsche Ijssel made of sea containers. The catering facility can be found on the city beach of the developing GOUD ASFALT site, a citizens' initiative of many people involved. A new and innovative hotspot is being built here just outside the age-old center of Gouda.
At the beach pavilion everyone is welcome to enjoy everything we have to offer to other people; rest, eating, drinking, (special) activities and especially a lot of fun. With a broad team consisting of various age categories, interests and experiences, there will always be something for everyone here.
There are regular events on the site of Goud Asfalt, such as Food Truck Festivals and larger concerts and dance parties.
Rederij De Vrijheid bij GOUDasfalt
36 GouderaksedijkIn 2018, a new pavilion was built along the Hollandsche Ijssel made of sea containers. The catering facility can be found on the city beach of the developing GOUD ASFALT site, a citizens' initiative of many people involved. A new and innovative hotspot is being built here just outside the age-old center of Gouda.
At the beach pavilion everyone is welcome to enjoy everything we have to offer to other people; rest, eating, drinking, (special) activities and especially a lot of fun. With a broad team consisting of various age categories, interests and experiences, there will always be something for everyone here.
There are regular events on the site of Goud Asfalt, such as Food Truck Festivals and larger concerts and dance parties.
Bezienswaardigheden
The Kamphuisen syrup waffles are delicious. These are the stroopwafels with a hard exterior. At Kamphuisen you can also get a tour of the surprising little factory in the middle of our city. A visit to the factory is a real surprise.
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Kamphuisen Siroopwafelfabriek
69 MarktThe Kamphuisen syrup waffles are delicious. These are the stroopwafels with a hard exterior. At Kamphuisen you can also get a tour of the surprising little factory in the middle of our city. A visit to the factory is a real surprise.
THE LONGEST CHURCH OF THE NETHERLANDS
The great fire of 1552 destroyed a large part of the medieval Saint John. Shortly after the disaster, the administrators commissioned the construction of the most spectacular church in Holland. At 123 meters, it is also the longest church in the Netherlands
THE 72 GOLD GLASSES ARE WORLD FAMOUS
Whoever walks into St John falls silent on seeing the majestic space with the 72 world-famous stained glass windows. That experience only gets stronger when you see the wonderful light coming in through the "Dutch Masters". It is the start of an impressive journey of discovery through biblical and historical scenes full of human emotions.
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Knisja ta 'Saint-John
2 Achter de KerkTHE LONGEST CHURCH OF THE NETHERLANDS
The great fire of 1552 destroyed a large part of the medieval Saint John. Shortly after the disaster, the administrators commissioned the construction of the most spectacular church in Holland. At 123 meters, it is also the longest church in the Netherlands
THE 72 GOLD GLASSES ARE WORLD FAMOUS
Whoever walks into St John falls silent on seeing the majestic space with the 72 world-famous stained glass windows. That experience only gets stronger when you see the wonderful light coming in through the "Dutch Masters". It is the start of an impressive journey of discovery through biblical and historical scenes full of human emotions.
Buurten
You can find the best terraces on the Markt in Gouda. For example the terrace of Gewoon Gouds or De Zalm. All terraces have a view of the beautiful unique Medieval Town Hall of Gouda, which is located in the middle of the market.
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Markt
MarktYou can find the best terraces on the Markt in Gouda. For example the terrace of Gewoon Gouds or De Zalm. All terraces have a view of the beautiful unique Medieval Town Hall of Gouda, which is located in the middle of the market.
Parking in Amsterdam can be complicated in the summer. And the prices are high.
A good alternative is parking at P + R Transferium Amsterdam ArenA, also known as Johan Cruijff Arena. The address is Burgemeester Stramanweg 130, 1101 EP Amsterdam. Check if a large event is not taking place at the Johan Cruijff Arena, because then parking is not possible. Here you can see if there are events: https://www.johancruijffarena.nl/kalender.htm
P + R regulation
Use the inexpensive P + R schedule. Cheap parking and with the express tram / metro to Amsterdam Center and back. If you park after 10 a.m., parking costs € 1 for a total of 24 hours. Metro 54 runs to the center of Amsterdam.
How does it work
1) When entering the P + R you will receive a parking ticket
2) You then purchase a public transport ticket for Amsterdam Center.
3) Go to the parking lot when you return
4) Scan your parking card and your public transport card
5) The low rate is calculated
6) You can leave by entering the parking ticket at the gate.
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Amsterdam-Centrum
Parking in Amsterdam can be complicated in the summer. And the prices are high.
A good alternative is parking at P + R Transferium Amsterdam ArenA, also known as Johan Cruijff Arena. The address is Burgemeester Stramanweg 130, 1101 EP Amsterdam. Check if a large event is not taking place at the Johan Cruijff Arena, because then parking is not possible. Here you can see if there are events: https://www.johancruijffarena.nl/kalender.htm
P + R regulation
Use the inexpensive P + R schedule. Cheap parking and with the express tram / metro to Amsterdam Center and back. If you park after 10 a.m., parking costs € 1 for a total of 24 hours. Metro 54 runs to the center of Amsterdam.
How does it work
1) When entering the P + R you will receive a parking ticket
2) You then purchase a public transport ticket for Amsterdam Center.
3) Go to the parking lot when you return
4) Scan your parking card and your public transport card
5) The low rate is calculated
6) You can leave by entering the parking ticket at the gate.
Parking Beach (Scheveningen):
In the summer it can be very busy in Scheveningen and finding a parking space is difficult. Here is a link with all information about the best places to park if you want to go to Scheveningen beach: https://denhaag.com/nl/scheveningen-bereikbaarheid
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Scheveningen
HavenkadeParking Beach (Scheveningen):
In the summer it can be very busy in Scheveningen and finding a parking space is difficult. Here is a link with all information about the best places to park if you want to go to Scheveningen beach: https://denhaag.com/nl/scheveningen-bereikbaarheid
Winkelen
In this street you will not find the big chain stores, but special nice little shops where you can go shopping.
This is a real Fair Trade street.
Lange Groenendaal
Lange GroenendaalIn this street you will not find the big chain stores, but special nice little shops where you can go shopping.
This is a real Fair Trade street.
In this street you will not find the big chain stores, but special nice little shops where you can go shopping.
Lange Tiendeweg
Lange TiendewegIn this street you will not find the big chain stores, but special nice little shops where you can go shopping.
Everyone who loves good food will enjoy the Markthal in Rotterdam. Here you will find ingredients and food from all over the world. And that for current prices. Taste the authentic taste of home, or go on a culinary journey of discovery.
When you come on Saturday and Tuesday, the outdoor market is also held, with 465 stalls one of the largest markets in the Netherlands.
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Markthal
Verlengde NieuwstraatEveryone who loves good food will enjoy the Markthal in Rotterdam. Here you will find ingredients and food from all over the world. And that for current prices. Taste the authentic taste of home, or go on a culinary journey of discovery.
When you come on Saturday and Tuesday, the outdoor market is also held, with 465 stalls one of the largest markets in the Netherlands.
Kinderen
The Groenhovenbad has three indoor swimming pools and one outdoor swimming pool. The three baths are separated from each other and all have a different purpose.
There is an outdoor swimming pool (25x10 meters) with rapids, water elements, a bubble bench and a slide. Especially for the little ones there are two paddling pools with slides and smaller water elements.
The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by a recreational and sunbathing area. Here are playground equipment, picnic tables and there is a panna field for playing football. The outdoor swimming pool is open every year in the months of April to September.
Groenhovenbad
4 TobbepadThe Groenhovenbad has three indoor swimming pools and one outdoor swimming pool. The three baths are separated from each other and all have a different purpose.
There is an outdoor swimming pool (25x10 meters) with rapids, water elements, a bubble bench and a slide. Especially for the little ones there are two paddling pools with slides and smaller water elements.
The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by a recreational and sunbathing area. Here are playground equipment, picnic tables and there is a panna field for playing football. The outdoor swimming pool is open every year in the months of April to September.
The Jurassic Golf Adventure Park in Gouda is a unique and educational experience full of adventure for young and old! As the first in the Netherlands you can imagine yourself with real-life dinosaurs and fossils from the beginning of time and you can play golf in the Jurassic Golf Adventure Park adventure on a real 18-hole adventure golf course. A wonderful day out! Challenge and fun guaranteed and everyone is welcome, from mini adventurers to more experienced adventurers!
They will soon be opening a Kids Escape Room entirely in a dinosaur and mining theme. All children from 6 to 12 years old can make an attempt to solve and escape the mystery of the escape room within time.
Jurassic Golf & Footgolf
15 SluisdijkThe Jurassic Golf Adventure Park in Gouda is a unique and educational experience full of adventure for young and old! As the first in the Netherlands you can imagine yourself with real-life dinosaurs and fossils from the beginning of time and you can play golf in the Jurassic Golf Adventure Park adventure on a real 18-hole adventure golf course. A wonderful day out! Challenge and fun guaranteed and everyone is welcome, from mini adventurers to more experienced adventurers!
They will soon be opening a Kids Escape Room entirely in a dinosaur and mining theme. All children from 6 to 12 years old can make an attempt to solve and escape the mystery of the escape room within time.
The ultimate combination of sport, fun & cosiness in a trendy, industrial setting. That is Jumpsquare. The park offers: Fun Area, High Performance Area, the largest Big Airbag in Europe, Dodgeball Area, Basketball Area and Foampit with Slackline and the only Trapeze in the Netherlands! Trampoline jumping at Jumpsquare is for everyone from 7 years old (especially for children aged 1.5 to 6 years there is MiniJump: click here). In addition to the Jumparea, Jumpsquare provides a cozy restaurant, neat changing rooms and lockers.
Jumpsquare Gouda
40 KampenringwegThe ultimate combination of sport, fun & cosiness in a trendy, industrial setting. That is Jumpsquare. The park offers: Fun Area, High Performance Area, the largest Big Airbag in Europe, Dodgeball Area, Basketball Area and Foampit with Slackline and the only Trapeze in the Netherlands! Trampoline jumping at Jumpsquare is for everyone from 7 years old (especially for children aged 1.5 to 6 years there is MiniJump: click here). In addition to the Jumparea, Jumpsquare provides a cozy restaurant, neat changing rooms and lockers.