Guidebook for Haarlem
Arts & Culture
Old Masters in the Frans Hals Museum
The Frans Hals Museum boasts the largest collection of paintings by Frans Hals in the world. In addition to paintings by Hals, the museum has work by his predecessors and his contemporaries. Furniture, ceramics, glass, and silver are also on display. The earliest paintings date from the 16th century. They are primarily biblical depictions. Around 1590 Haarlem became the middle point of a new style, Mannerism. Typical of this style are masterfully painted figures in contorted poses.
In the 17th century, Haarlem was a powerful and prosperous city and a centre of art and culture. The painters of the Golden Age concentrated on everyday subjects: landscapes, genre scenes, portraits, still lifes, and city views.
330 locals recommend
Frans Hals Museum - Hof
62 Groot HeiliglandOld Masters in the Frans Hals Museum
The Frans Hals Museum boasts the largest collection of paintings by Frans Hals in the world. In addition to paintings by Hals, the museum has work by his predecessors and his contemporaries. Furniture, ceramics, glass, and silver are also on display. The earliest paintings date from the 16th century. They are primarily biblical depictions. Around 1590 Haarlem became the middle point of a new style, Mannerism. Typical of this style are masterfully painted figures in contorted poses.
In the 17th century, Haarlem was a powerful and prosperous city and a centre of art and culture. The painters of the Golden Age concentrated on everyday subjects: landscapes, genre scenes, portraits, still lifes, and city views.
Teylers Museum is the best-preserved 18th-century public knowledge institution for the arts and sciences in the world. It has been open to the public since 1784, welcoming all those who are eager to look at objects of interest in the visual arts and the sciences. It is a unique place with a remarkable atmosphere, and a visit is bound to be an unforgettable experience.
370 locals recommend
Teylers Museum
16 SpaarneTeylers Museum is the best-preserved 18th-century public knowledge institution for the arts and sciences in the world. It has been open to the public since 1784, welcoming all those who are eager to look at objects of interest in the visual arts and the sciences. It is a unique place with a remarkable atmosphere, and a visit is bound to be an unforgettable experience.
Food Scene
The Louisiana
21 ZijlstraatGood food for a reasonable price
Bonetti
43A KruiswegGreat italian food, friendly people.
Beachclub La dolce Vita B.V.
Beach club open 365 days. Great food.
Native Haarlem - Koffie
23 BreestraatBeautiful street, great coffee. Lunch and breakfast.
Drinks & Nightlife
Bar Wigbolt
41 SmedestraatGreat cocktails, friendly staff
Cafe Stiels
21 SmedestraatLive music and beer!
Patronaat
2 ZijlsingelGreat concert hall in Haarlem
Caprera Open Air Theatre
2 Hoge Duin en DaalsewegOpen air venue in a beautiful park
Essentials
Jippies Kattencafe
10 KeizerstraatEntertainment & Activities
Pathé Haarlem
41-43 ZijlvestShopping
Het Bloemenatelier Klavertje Vijf
30 BreestraatBeautiful flower shop
Bojangles
Kleine HoutstraatRevert 95
30 Kleine HoutstraatSkateshop and snowboard shop