9-Day the Netherlands road trip from Eindhoven to Amsterdam, Groningen, and Utrecht

Your road trip adventure in the Netherlands begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Eindhoven. You’ll stay in Eindhoven for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Eindhoven has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Stadswandelpark, Eindhoven. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,874 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Eindhoven, De Burger. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,910 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Eindhoven is Sopranos. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,467 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Zoet & Zout Eindhoven as one of the best restaurants in the city of Eindhoven. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,664 customers.

Eindhoven also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Eindhoven is O'Sheas Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,861 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Eindhoven is Drinkers Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Locals also enjoy Altstadt Eindhoven. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 973 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in the Netherlands!

Day 2 of your road trip through the Netherlands gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Kaatsheuvel and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Amsterdam. You will stay in Amsterdam for 4 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Kaatsheuvel is the amazing Baron 1898. This attraction is a dive coaster that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,459 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Kaatsheuvel by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in the Netherlands. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Box Sociaal, one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,162 customers.

Locals also recommend Gartine as one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. Gartine 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 Winkel 43. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,504 customers.

After dinner, visit Proeflokaal Arendsnest, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,048 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Cottage. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,252 customers.

Alternatively, Restaurant Ambassade is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 769 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Lisse has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Lisse by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Lisse. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the town of Lisse, like the extraordinary Keukenhof. This attraction is a garden and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 53,601 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Lisse.

Your discovery of Lisse does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Lisse on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in the Netherlands, be sure to eat at Brouwerij 't IJ, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,092 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Amsterdam is the popular The Pantry. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,646 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Amsterdam is Restaurant Moeders. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,647 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, SkyLounge Amsterdam is one of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,266 customers.

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

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Amsterdam is Lost in Amsterdam Lounge Cafe & Cocktail Bar. Lost in Amsterdam Lounge Cafe & Cocktail Bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,918 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Amsterdam!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Amsterdam has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Amsterdam by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Amsterdam. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Amsterdam, like the extraordinary Rijksmuseum. This attraction is a national museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 91,223 visitors. Rijksmuseum gets around 2,700,000 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Amsterdam is the spectacular Moco Museum. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 19,967 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Van Gogh Museum. This art museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 84,751 visitors. Up to 2,161,160 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Vondelpark is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Amsterdam. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 50,897 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Amsterdam does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Amsterdam on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in the Netherlands, be sure to eat at Blue Amsterdam, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,965 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Amsterdam is the popular Restaurant Olijfje. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,640 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Amsterdam is Dabka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,591 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Red Light Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,612 customers.

Bar Botanique is another of the most popular bars in the city of Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,330 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Amsterdam is Bar-B Burgers ‘N’ Beers. Bar-B Burgers ‘N’ Beers has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,912 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Amsterdam!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Amsterdam, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Amsterdam.

Today you'll explore the city of Amsterdam. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day 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 from 64,974 visitors.

NEMO Science Center is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Amsterdam. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 30,657 visitors. NEMO Science Center attracts about 502,990 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Amsterdam is Artis. Attracting 1,400,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Artis is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 31,240 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in the Netherlands to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

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 Café Loetje. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,970 customers.

Café restaurant van Kerkwijk 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 1,859 customers.

Locals enjoy FuLu Mandarijn, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,203 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.

Lokaal van de Stad 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 1,038 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in the Netherlands, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Amsterdam. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Groningen. You’ll stay in Groningen for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Amsterdam’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Amsterdam, start your day with a visit to the amazing Dam Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 42,081 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Royal Palace of Amsterdam. This royal palace and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 22,585 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Madame Tussauds Amsterdam to make the most of your road trip across the Netherlands. The spectacular Madame Tussauds Amsterdam is a wax museum that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 25,512 visitors.

The lovely Dungeon Amsterdam is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 12,066 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Negen Straatjes. This attraction is a group of geographic locations rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 11,821 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Amsterdam has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Groningen. Groningen offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Wereldburgers. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,362 reviews.

The remarkable Doppio Groningen is another top restaurant in Groningen we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,395 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Gustatio Groningen is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 988 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Groningen, the fantastic Mr. Mofongo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,808 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful De Uurwerker. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,747 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is De Pintelier. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 902 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in the Netherlands!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in the Netherlands. Today, you'll wake up in Groningen and embark on a scenic drive to Utrecht, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Groningen and Arnhem before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Groningen. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful TT Circuit Assen. This attraction is a motorsport racing track that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,641 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Assen and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Arnhem has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Netherlands Open Air Museum. This attraction is a national museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 17,279 visitors. Around 524,188 people visit Netherlands Open Air Museum every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Sonsbeek Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,913 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Arnhem, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Utrecht. When you arrive in Utrecht you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Sarban - Utrecht. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 915 customers.

Locals also recommend The Village Coffee & Music, another of the best restaurants in Utrecht. The Village Coffee & Music is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 881 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Beers & Barrels Utrecht. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,021 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Belgisch Biercafé Olivier Utrecht to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Utrecht, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,381 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kafé België. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Kafé België has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,096 customers.

Café de Zaak is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,247 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in the Netherlands, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 8 of your road trip through the Netherlands gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Utrecht and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Eindhoven. You will stay in Eindhoven for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Utrecht is the amazing Nederlands Spoorwegmuseum. As such, over 355,000 people visit Nederlands Spoorwegmuseum yearly. This attraction is a national museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,502 visitors.

Approximately 355,000 travelers come to Utrecht every year to see the stunning Nederlands Spoorwegmuseum with their own eyes.

You can make the most of your new day in Utrecht by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in the Netherlands. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Rodeo Eindhoven, one of the best restaurants in the city of Eindhoven. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,362 customers.

Locals also recommend Meneer De Boer Breakfast All Day as one of the best restaurants in the city of Eindhoven. Meneer De Boer Breakfast All Day is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,246 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Eindhoven is Brasserie 't Zusje. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,590 customers.

After dinner, visit Restaurant Dijk9, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Eindhoven. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Little One Speakeasy Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 622 customers.

Alternatively, De Vooruitgang is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Eindhoven. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,379 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip in the Netherlands is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Eindhoven 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.

Flying Pins is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Eindhoven. This sculpture and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 701 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Eindhoven and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in the Netherlands.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Eindhoven at Lithos Grieks Specialiteiten Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,206 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend De Mispelhoef for your last chance at a meal in the city of Eindhoven. The De Mispelhoef restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,281 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Giornale. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 959 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Eindhoven. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in the Netherlands!