10-Day Netherlands Road Trip from Amsterdam to The Hague, Utrecht, Arnhem & Zwolle

Your amazing road trip adventure in the Netherlands begins when you reach the incredible city of Amsterdam. There, you'll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best luxury places you could stay in the city of Amsterdam is the NH Collection Amsterdam Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,854 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star hotels, like the Mercure Hotel Amsterdam City. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 14,781 guests.

Alternatively, the best cheap hotel in the city of Amsterdam is the Hotel Casa Amsterdam. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,214 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the city of Amsterdam, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Amsterdam has many popular destinations you can explore.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam, Gartine. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam is Brouwerij 't IJ. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,092 customers.

Locals recommend The Pantry as one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,646 customers.

Amsterdam also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam is Proeflokaal Arendsnest. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,048 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam is Café ZILT. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 705 customers.

Locals also enjoy Bar Oldenhof. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in the Netherlands!

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of North Holland. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Dam Square, Royal Palace Amsterdam, Madame Tussauds Amsterdam, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of North Holland is Dam Square. This incredible attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 40,117 visitors.

Royal Palace Amsterdam is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of North Holland. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 40,117 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of North Holland is Madame Tussauds Amsterdam. This amazing attraction is a wax museum and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 23,234 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Amsterdam.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam, like Restaurant Moeders. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,647 customers.

Café Loetje is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Amsterdam. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,970 customers.

Locals enjoy CAU Steak Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,292 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam, Brouwerij 't IJ. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,092 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like SkyLounge Amsterdam. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,266 customers.

Excalibur Café is another of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,047 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of North Holland. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Anne Frank House, De 9 Straatjes, Vondelpark, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of North Holland is Anne Frank House. As one of the top sights in the area, around 1,195,456 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,209 visitors.

De 9 Straatjes is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of North Holland. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,209 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of North Holland is Vondelpark. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 44,827 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Van Gogh Museum. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 68,914 visitors. Each year, approximately 1,438,000 come to this beautiful attraction to enhance their travel experience in North Holland.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Amsterdam.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam, like FuLu Mandarijn. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,203 customers.

Bar-B Burgers ‘N’ Beers is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Amsterdam. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,912 customers.

Locals enjoy Café restaurant van Kerkwijk, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,859 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam, Lost in Amsterdam Lounge Cafe & Cocktail Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,918 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Red Light Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,612 customers.

Bar-B Burgers ‘N’ Beers is another of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,912 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of North Holland. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible NEMO Science Museum, Albert Cuyp Market, Rijksmuseum, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of North Holland is NEMO Science Museum. As one of the top sights in the area, around 502,990 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a science museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 25,095 visitors.

Albert Cuyp Market is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of North Holland. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 25,095 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of North Holland is Rijksmuseum. Attracting over 2,700,000, it's clear that Rijksmuseum is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a national museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 71,667 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding ARTIS. This zoo and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 25,844 visitors. Each year, approximately 1,400,000 come to this beautiful attraction to enhance their travel experience in North Holland.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Amsterdam.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam, like De Blauwe Hollander. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,807 customers.

De Kas is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Amsterdam. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,688 customers.

Locals enjoy De Brabantse Aap, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,736 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam, De Brabantse Aap. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,736 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Stone's Café Bar & Nightclub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,501 customers.

Mulligans Irish Music Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,175 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

Day 5 of your road trip through the Netherlands gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day.

One of the best places to visit in the region of North Holland is the amazing Het Amsterdamse Bos. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,419 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Erasmusbrug in the region of South Holland for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a bascule bridge and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,048 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of South Holland is the outstanding Rotterdam Zoo. This zoo has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,607 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of The Hague.

One of the best hotel options in the city of The Hague is the 4-star hotel Mercure Hotel Amsterdam City. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 14,781 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel NH Collection Amsterdam Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky is a luxurious place to stay in the city of The Hague. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,854 guests. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,214 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Dekxels, one of the best restaurants in the city of The Hague. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 581 customers.

Locals also recommend Mauritshuis as one of the best restaurants in the city of The Hague. Mauritshuis is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,803 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of The Hague is The Fiddler. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,421 customers.

After dinner, visit Huppel The Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of The Hague. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 979 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Fiddler. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,421 customers.

Alternatively, O'Casey's Irish Pub & Restaurant is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of The Hague. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,768 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

You’ll have time to visit two of the most popular areas in the Netherlands on day 6 of your road trip.

One of the best places to explore in the region of South Holland is Keukenhof. This excellent attraction is a garden that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,617 visitors.

You could then travel to Castle De Haar for some unforgettable sightseeing in the region of Utrecht. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,582 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in the region of Utrecht is Ouwehands Zoo. This outstanding zoo has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,628 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Utrecht.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Utrecht is the 4-star hotel Van Der Valk Hotel Utrecht. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,446 guests.

Or, you could enjoy a stay at an exclusive 5-star hotel. The Grand Hotel Karel V is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Utrecht. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,222 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel Holiday Inn Express Utrecht - Papendorp. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,020 guests.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Utrecht, Sarban - Utrecht. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 915 customers.

Locals recommend Belgisch Biercafé Olivier Utrecht as one of the best restaurants in the city of Utrecht. Belgisch Biercafé Olivier Utrecht is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,381 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Utrecht is Beers & Barrels Utrecht. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,021 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Utrecht, Belgisch Biercafé Olivier Utrecht. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,381 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Kafé België. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,096 customers.

Café de Zaak is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Utrecht. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,247 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through the Netherlands with a toast!

Day 7 of your road trip through the Netherlands gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day.

One of the best places to visit in the region of North Brabant is the amazing Efteling. This attraction is an amusement park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 99,421 visitors.

You could also do sightseeing at the incredible Baron 1898. This dive coaster has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,462 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Toverland in the region of Province of Limburg for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an amusement park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,723 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Arnhem.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Arnhem is the 3-star hotel Ibis Den Haag City Centre. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,503 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Hilton The Hague is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Arnhem. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try 't Taphuys Arnhem, one of the best restaurants in the city of Arnhem. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,793 customers.

Locals also recommend Roadhouse Arnhem Bar & Kitchen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Arnhem. Roadhouse Arnhem Bar & Kitchen is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,500 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Arnhem is Vlees & CO Arnhem. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 930 customers.

After dinner, visit Irish Pub Mick O'Connells, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Arnhem. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 888 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Grand Café Arnhems Meisje. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,075 customers.

Alternatively, Brasserie Falstaff is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Arnhem. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 373 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

Day 8 of your road trip through the Netherlands gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Burgers' Zoo, Netherlands Open Air Museum, Apenheul, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Gelderland is the amazing Burgers' Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible national museum, Netherlands Open Air Museum. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,491 visitors, it's easy to understand why Netherlands Open Air Museum welcomes around 524,188 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Gelderland is the outstanding Apenheul. This zoo has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,772 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Zwolle, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Zwolle is the 4-star Lumen Zwolle. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 946 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Van Der Valk Zwolle is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Zwolle. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,331 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Het Vliegende Paard, one of the best restaurants in the city of Zwolle. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 821 customers.

Locals also recommend Frogz - drinks and bites as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zwolle. Frogz - drinks and bites is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 496 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zwolle is BistroBar Bodega. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 197 customers.

After dinner, visit Jack's Music Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Zwolle. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 629 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Het Vliegende Paard. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 821 customers.

Alternatively, Frogz - drinks and bites is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Zwolle. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 496 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

You’ll have time to visit two of the most popular areas in the Netherlands on day 9 of your road trip.

One of the best places to explore in the region of Drenthe is Wildlands. This excellent attraction is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 24,404 visitors.

You could then travel to Goliath for some unforgettable sightseeing in the region of Flevoland. This popular attraction is an amusement ride and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,668 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in the region of Flevoland is Walibi Holland. This outstanding amusement park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 26,202 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Amsterdam.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Amsterdam is the 4-star hotel Mercure Hotel Amsterdam City. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 14,781 guests.

Or, you could enjoy a stay at an exclusive 5-star hotel. The NH Collection Amsterdam Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Amsterdam. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,854 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel Hotel Casa Amsterdam. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,214 guests.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam, Palmyra Syrian Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,561 customers.

Locals recommend Mulligans Irish Music Bar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. Mulligans Irish Music Bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,175 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam is RIJKS. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,199 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Amsterdam, THE DUCHESS. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 964 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Cafe Belgique. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 832 customers.

De Zotte is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 780 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through the Netherlands with a toast!

Day 10 of your road trip in the Netherlands is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Amsterdam before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Your accommodation will also be strategically located for some last-minute shopping in the city of Amsterdam before you conclude your short European break.

You’ll then say farewell to the Netherlands and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of unforgettable experiences in the Netherlands!