One-Week Relaxed the Netherlands Road Trip from Amsterdam to The Hague

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through the Netherlands begins when you reach Amsterdam, where you’ll stay for a total of 6 nights.

Amsterdam is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. Around 42,081 visitors have rated this fascinating square and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Exploring the food culture in Amsterdam offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip.

An excellent example is Gartine. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

The Pantry serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Amsterdam has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,646 reviews.

If you’re curious about what Amsterdam looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Proeflokaal Arendsnest, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,048 reviews.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in the Netherlands! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in the Netherlands!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across the Netherlands, you’ll explore the area around North Holland, where you’ll be staying for another 5 nights.

This top sight attracts more than 2,700,000 people each year. Around 91,223 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 84,751 visitors, this amazing sightseeing spot attracts approximately 2,161,160 travelers every year.

This local attraction is an amazing park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 50,897 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Anne Frank House will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in the Netherlands more memorable. This remarkable museum and travel destination inspires over 1,195,456 curious travelers each year. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,974 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through the Netherlands is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across the Netherlands by joining a traveler-approved tour in North Holland. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about North Holland and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in North Holland that will make your self-drive tour in the Netherlands more memorable.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Amsterdam for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of the Netherlands by eating at one of the best restaurants in Amsterdam.

With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,647 customers, the dining experience Restaurant Moeders offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands.

Café restaurant van Kerkwijk is another pleasant place to eat in Amsterdam. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,859 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At SkyLounge Amsterdam, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Amsterdam is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,266 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Excalibur Café, another well-known bar in Amsterdam. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,047 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands is all about!

On day 3 of your relaxed road trip across the Netherlands, you’ll explore the area around North Holland, where you’ll be staying for another 4 nights.

This top sight attracts more than 193,250 people each year. Around 11,896 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 30,657 visitors, this amazing sightseeing spot attracts approximately 502,990 travelers every year.

This local attraction is an amazing park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,581 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across the Netherlands by joining a traveler-approved tour in North Holland. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about North Holland and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in North Holland that will make your self-drive tour in the Netherlands more memorable.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Amsterdam for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of the Netherlands by eating at one of the best restaurants in Amsterdam.

With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,203 customers, the dining experience FuLu Mandarijn offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands.

CAU Steak Restaurant is another pleasant place to eat in Amsterdam. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,292 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Palmyra Syrian Restaurant and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,561 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Lost in Amsterdam Lounge Cafe & Cocktail Bar, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Amsterdam is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,918 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Red Light Bar, another well-known bar in Amsterdam. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 2,612 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Bar-B Burgers ‘N’ Beers. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,912 customers, Bar-B Burgers ‘N’ Beers is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Amsterdam.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands is all about!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across the Netherlands, you’ll explore the area around North Brabant, where you’ll be staying for another 3 nights.

Around 8,459 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across the Netherlands by joining a traveler-approved tour in North Brabant. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about North Brabant and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in North Brabant that will make your self-drive tour in the Netherlands more memorable.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Amsterdam for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of the Netherlands by eating at one of the best restaurants in Amsterdam.

With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,807 customers, the dining experience De Blauwe Hollander offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At De Brabantse Aap, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Amsterdam is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,736 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Stone's Café Bar & Nightclub, another well-known bar in Amsterdam. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,501 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands is all about!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across the Netherlands, you’ll explore the area around North Brabant, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights.

Around 4,129 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

This local attraction is an amazing church that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,533 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across the Netherlands by joining a traveler-approved tour in North Brabant. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about North Brabant and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in North Brabant that will make your self-drive tour in the Netherlands more memorable.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Amsterdam for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of the Netherlands by eating at one of the best restaurants in Amsterdam.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Cafe Belgique, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Amsterdam is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 832 customers.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands is all about!

Day 6 of your easy and relaxed road trip through the Netherlands gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of The Hague, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Keukenhof is waiting for you. This garden has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 53,601 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Burcht van Leiden. This unique keep is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,655 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Hortus botanicus Leiden. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,638 visitors, this botanical garden is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Louwman Museum. This popular automobile museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,789 people.

If you’re keen to continue your discovery, make your way to Escher Museum. This attraction is a valued art museum in the area that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,016 visitors. Approximately 100,000 travelers come here every year to see it with their own eyes.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else South Holland has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of The Hague. In The Hague, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in the Netherlands.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 581 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Dekxels.

Locals also recommend Mauritshuis as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Mauritshuis as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,534 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Little V Den Haag. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,116 customers.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Huppel The Pub. Huppel The Pub is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 979 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is The Fiddler. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,421 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Coffeeshop Dizzy Duck. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Coffeeshop Dizzy Duck is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,312 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

Day 7 of your easy and relaxed road trip through the Netherlands gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Amsterdam, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Mauritshuis is waiting for you. This art museum has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,534 visitors. It’s estimated that around 500,000 people visit this attraction every year.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Erasmusbrug. This unique bascule bridge is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,637 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Cube House. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 17,627 visitors, this house is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else South Holland has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Amsterdam. In Amsterdam, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in the Netherlands.

This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations.

This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

Day 8 of your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Amsterdam.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. To end your relaxing road trip in the Netherlands on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Negen Straatjes is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Amsterdam. This top sight is a popular group of geographic locations, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,821 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 8 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Amsterdam or just grab something light to keep you going.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Amsterdam and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 8-day relaxed road trip in the Netherlands is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.