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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: EUR
- Languages: Dutch, English, German
- Climate: Oceanic
- Timezone: Europe/Amsterdam
- Population: Approximately 73,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit Hoorn is late spring through early autumn when the weather is mild and outdoor activities are plentiful.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from EU countries, the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand generally do not require a visa for short stays up to 90 days. Many other nationalities can enter visa-free or obtain a Schengen visa in advance. Visa on arrival is not available. US, EU, and UK citizens should carry a valid passport and may need proof of accommodation and return tickets.
About Hoorn
Hoorn is a charming historic town located on the Markermeer lake in the North Holland province of the Netherlands. Once a powerful harbor during the Dutch Golden Age, Hoorn retains much of its maritime heritage visible in its old warehouses, harbor, and museums. The town’s picturesque streets are lined with traditional Dutch architecture, quaint shops, and cozy cafes, making it a delightful destination for travelers interested in history, culture, and scenic beauty. Visitors are drawn to Hoorn for its relaxed atmosphere, waterfront promenades, and cultural events. The town offers a perfect blend of historical exploration and modern leisure, with opportunities to enjoy boating, cycling, and local gastronomy. Its proximity to Amsterdam makes it an ideal day trip or weekend getaway for those seeking a quieter, authentic Dutch experience beyond the capital city.
Top Attractions
1. Westfries Museum – Showcases Hoorn’s maritime history and art from the Dutch Golden Age. 2. Hoorn Harbor – A lively waterfront area with historic ships, cafes, and beautiful views of Markermeer. 3. The Hoofdtoren – A 16th-century defensive tower that now houses a restaurant and offers scenic views. 4. Museum van de Twintigste Eeuw – A museum dedicated to 20th-century life and culture in the Netherlands. 5. Grote Kerk (St. Pancras Church) – A historic Gothic church with impressive architecture and interior.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy walking or cycling along the waterfront and through the old town to soak in the historic ambiance. Boat tours on Markermeer provide a unique perspective of the harbor and surrounding nature. Cultural experiences include visiting museums and attending local festivals. Recreational options include sailing, fishing, and exploring nearby nature reserves. Seasonal markets and events offer lively local engagement.
Hoorn Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of North Holland
- Duration Range: Visitors can enjoy walking or cycling along the waterfront and through the old town to soak in the historic ambiance. Boat tours on Markermeer provide a unique perspective of the harbor and surrounding nature. Cultural experiences include visiting museums and attending local festivals. Recreational options include sailing, fishing, and exploring nearby nature reserves. Seasonal markets and events offer lively local engagement.
- Group Size: Intimate Groups
- Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
- Recommended For: The best time to visit Hoorn is late spring through early autumn when the weather is mild and outdoor activities are plentiful. Pack comfortable walking shoes, a light rain jacket, and layers for variable weather. Respect local customs such as greeting with a handshake and punctuality. Hoorn is generally safe, but usual travel vigilance applies. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some euros in cash is advisable for small purchases.
Average Tour Price: $95
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $220
13 Available Tour Excursions in Hoorn
Specially for river cruise passengers. Boarding direct next to cruise ship. Guided canal tour along the highlights of Hoorn. See our reviews @ trip advisor. Stops at busterminal were your bus is waiting for your next excursion. Duration 15 to 60 minutes on request.
Price: $3.55
Duration:
Your visit to Hoorn will be not completed without a tour along its highlights. With our personal guide you will also see the old defense tower, the famous 'Red Rose cafe', we will pass 16th century warehouses and many more! Hope to see you soon!
Price: $22.48
Duration: 1-3 hours
See the historic harbour/fishing village of Volendam and discover former island Marken on a boat tour that's been running for over 80 years Enjoy the beautiful coastline of the former Zuiderzee area and learn all about the region's history & development with an audio guide (English/Dutch) Take your bike on the boat for a small fee, determine your own track and speed and explore each destination An experience that you will never forget and that is suitable for any age and all weather conditions
Price: $11.83
Duration: 0 hours
Price per group of 2-6 people. Within 2 hours, the Qula Hoorn City Trail leads you along the nicest spots in Hoorn, while you play fun riddles and assignments on your smartphone. Try to set a high score with family or friends and explore the city. There are no fixed start times or reservations, you choose your own day and time. The Trail is available 24/7 and there is no time limit - you can start, pause and stop whenever it suits you! It is offered in multiple languages (Eng, Ger, Fr, Ned, Sp, It and more). The Qula City Trail is great fun and the most affordable outing for families and groups of friends. How does it work? When you book, you will receive an email with instructions on how to play the Trail on your smartphone. Android or iPhone compatible. Once at the starting point, start your quest through the city, it's that easy!
Price: $36.68
Duration: 3 hours
Explore the city while participating in a scavenger hunt. Discover new food spots along the way! We offer a variety of delicious snacks that show case the best Hoor has to offer. At each location, you’ll receive a clue to find the next spot and a bite-sized snack to keep you energized! This way, you’ll get to know the city of Hoorn in a fun and tasty manner. This tour is for anyone who whould like to explore Hoorn's culinary and history, alone or in a group, whilst being active. Vegetarian options are available upon request.
Price: $40.82
Duration: 3 hours
Step into the world of Sherlock Holmes and solve a mysterious case during the Sherlock Holmes City Game - a self-guided adventure full of puzzles, plot twists, and hidden clues. This City Game is all about story-driven gameplay and immersive mystery solving, it pulls you into a captivating story that you solve together, making it a unique way to connect, play, and create memories with your group. Perfect for friends, families, colleagues or solo players who enjoy a challenge and love detective games. Whether you play solo or in teams, it's a flexible and fun experience that turns the city into your crime-solving playground. After booking, check your email for clear instructions, download the Loquiz app, and dive straight into your detective mission.
Price: $23.60
Duration: 2 hours
Discover the best kept secrets in the city’s historic centre with the Secrets of Scavenger Hunt, an exciting GPS-based exploration game! Whether you want to play alone for personal excitement or with a group of people this is the game for you! Playing with more groups will turn into a competitive experience, perfect as a teambuilding activity. This game is a fun activity you can do while visiting a city. Solve the fun puzzles and questions, complete photo tasks and more in order to score as many points as possible and gain extra clues to help you with the final puzzle. You can even earn a spot on the leaderboard! Our Scavenger Hunt offers the maximum independence, you can play pause & continue whenever you want. HOW TO PLAY: Book the Scavenger Hunt, check the email we send you with the simple instructions, download the Loquiz App, access the Scavenger Hunt and you are ready to begin your gaming experience!
Price: $23.60
Duration: 2 hours
Looking for a fun and memorable activity in Hoorn? Pub Trail mixes a scavenger hunt with a pub crawl. Perfect for friends, colleagues, or anyone up for a good time! This activity is not an old-school pub crawl—it’s an adventure! Challenge your crew in a friendly competition! In pubs, tackle hilarious tasks. Outside, visit the most iconic spots of Hoorn while doing a scavenger hunt. Discover the city in a fun, new way. Pub Trail Hoorn promises laughs and unforgettable moments. Ready for the fun? Let’s go!
Price: $13.01
Duration: 2-3 hours
Are you planning a day out or weekend trip to Monnickendam, then you can have a lot of fun with this city walk. An Escape game and city walk at the same time. 2,5 kilometres long and over 1,5 - 2 hours of fun for the family or a group of friends. Meanwhile, during this game there is plenty of time to sit on one of the terraces. A city walk has never been so much fun. An app will help you with your quest during the city walk. The Monk of Monnickendam pretends to be a cleric, so many people trust him. And if they are not careful for a moment, he steals from them. Nobody knows where he is now, neither do the police. Many people have seen him, but don't want to talk about it. Unless you help them with their questions.
Price: $35.43
Duration: 1-2 hours
Explore the city at your own pace while playing the Syndicate City Game, an unforgettable city escape game adventure that offers a lot of freedom and flexibility. You can play when, where and with who you want. Whether you want to play alone for personal excitement or with a group of people this is the game for you! Playing with more groups will turn into a competitive experience, perfect as a teambuilding activity. This game is a fun activity you can do while visiting a city. In this game, each member of your group becomes a character with a vital role in the mission. Everyone will play a fundamental part in achieving success. Our City Game offers the maximum independence, you can play pause & continue whenever you want.
Price: $23.60
Duration: 2 hours
Localgrapher is the largest network of professional photographers and videographers with more than 600 destinations around the globe! Book your private photographer and guide in Marken to capture your picture-perfect moments while visiting amazing sites! SOLO TRAVELERS Fancy an insta-perfect photoshoot from your Marken vacation? Localgrapher has years of experience with fashion and solo travel photography! Make your memories last a lifetime and share them on social media or display them in your home to receive an avalanche of compliments. COUPLES If you are about to propose to your loved one, honeymooning or just exploring what Marken has to offer, put the selfie stick aside and let Localgrapher’s superb photographers take care of the photos for you both. FAMILIES & GROUPS A family trip, wedding, bachelorette party or grand get-together? Forget missing someone from pictures, we’ll capture them all!
Price: $295.78
Duration: 0 hours
Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip without asking strangers to take pictures of you? Stop searching, we got you here! We are the largest network of local vacation photographers in the world! Besides Marken, we operate in over 700 destinations worldwide! We always make sure that every special moment of each client is captured well. We believe in our service and quality of our photos so much that we even offer a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee for your photo shoot. Which means, if you don’t like the result of your photo shoot, you can contact us within 7 days and claim your money back! So what are you waiting for? Become one of our hundreds of happy customers by treating yourself to this special experience! Your family and friends will love the result too!
Price: $295.78
Duration: 0 hours
Are you planning a trip to Enschede, then you can have a lot of fun with this city walk. An Escape game and city walk at the same time. 3 kilometres long and over 1,5 hours of fun for the family or a group of friends. During this game there is plenty of time to sit on one of the terraces. A city walk has never been so much fun. He threatens several families in the town. A lot of people are scared because of him. The Hoorn Harasser. Are you that team that can find the trail all the way and figure out where in the city he is hidden? Have fun!
Price: $35.43
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
- Check tour cancellation and refund policies
- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Hoorn’s cuisine reflects traditional Dutch flavors with a focus on fresh seafood from the nearby waters. Signature dishes include smoked eel, herring, and Dutch pancakes. Local specialties often feature fresh fish and hearty stews. Dining customs are casual and welcoming, with many cafes offering outdoor seating by the harbor. Noteworthy restaurants include those in the Hoofdtoren tower and cozy bistros in the town center serving regional dishes.
Getting Around
Hoorn is accessible by train from Amsterdam and other Dutch cities, with frequent and reliable services. Local transportation includes buses and taxis, but the compact town center is best explored on foot or by bicycle. Car travel is possible but parking can be limited in the historic center. Costs for public transport are moderate, and bike rentals are widely available for convenient local travel.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit Hoorn is late spring through early autumn when the weather is mild and outdoor activities are plentiful. Pack comfortable walking shoes, a light rain jacket, and layers for variable weather. Respect local customs such as greeting with a handshake and punctuality. Hoorn is generally safe, but usual travel vigilance applies. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some euros in cash is advisable for small purchases.
Culture & Customs
Hoorn’s culture is deeply rooted in its maritime history and Dutch traditions. Social customs emphasize politeness, direct communication, and respect for personal space. Significant local events include the annual Hoorn Harbor Festival celebrating the town’s seafaring past. Visitors should be mindful of quiet hours in residential areas and recycling practices. Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory.
