Cheap 10-Day the Netherlands Road Trip from Amsterdam to The Hague, Eindhoven, Arnhem, and Utrecht

Your exciting road trip through the Netherlands starts when you reach the incredible city of Amsterdam, where you'll stay for 5 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Amsterdam and begin your adventure in the Netherlands.

Amsterdam is a popular cheap holiday destination in the Netherlands with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Amsterdam and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Negen Straatjes will make your cheap holiday in the Netherlands truly special. This attraction is a fascinating group of geographic locations that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,821 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Amsterdam. An excellent example is the popular Box Sociaal. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,162 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in the Netherlands is Gartine. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 678 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Winkel 43. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,504 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Proeflokaal Arendsnest is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 3,048 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Amsterdam we recommend is The Cottage, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,252 customers.

Restaurant Ambassade is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 769 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in the Netherlands!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Amsterdam, proving that cheap holidays in the Netherlands can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Rijksmuseum. This attraction is a national museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 91,223 travelers. Every year, the wonderful Rijksmuseum gets around 2,700,000 visitors from across the globe.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Moco Museum. This popular place of interest is a stunning museum that boasts an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 19,967 visitors.

To make your trip to Amsterdam more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Van Gogh Museum. This well-known art museum attracts up to 2,161,160 people each year. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 84,751 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Van Gogh Museum is often mentioned in the Netherlands road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Vondelpark is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This park and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 50,897 reviews.

Your discovery of Amsterdam does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Amsterdam on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, the Netherlands.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in the Netherlands, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Brouwerij 't IJ, one of the best restaurants in Amsterdam. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,092 reviews.

You can also check out The Pantry. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,646 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Restaurant Moeders. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,647 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Amsterdam.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Amsterdam for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at SkyLounge Amsterdam and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,266 customers.

Excalibur Café is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,047 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Lost in Amsterdam Lounge Cafe & Cocktail Bar. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,918 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Amsterdam.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Amsterdam!

Day 3 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across the Netherlands is proof that there's more to the city of Amsterdam than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Amsterdam and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 3 nights left in Amsterdam.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Anne Frank House. As one of the best sights in the area, it’s not surprising that over 1,195,456 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 64,974 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating NEMO Science Center. This spectacular science museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 30,657 reviews. Attracting more than 502,990 travelers annually, the beloved NEMO Science Center is one place you shouldn’t miss when visiting Amsterdam.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Artis during a vacation in Amsterdam. This well-known zoo and marvelous attraction hosts 1,400,000 visitors in one year. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Artis has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 31,240 reviews.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in the Netherlands more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Amsterdam, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Amsterdam for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Blue Amsterdam is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,965 customers.

Restaurant Olijfje is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Amsterdam. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,640 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Dabka, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,591 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Amsterdam, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Amsterdam.

Red Light Bar is a fantastic bar many locals in Amsterdam recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,612 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Bar Botanique, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,330 customers.

Bar-B Burgers ‘N’ Beers is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Amsterdam. Customers have rated the exciting Bar-B Burgers ‘N’ Beers an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,912 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in the Netherlands!

Day 4’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Amsterdam, proving that cheap holidays in the Netherlands can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary BODY WORLDS Amsterdam. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,636 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Dam Square. This popular place of interest is a stunning square that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 42,081 visitors.

To make your trip to Amsterdam more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Madame Tussauds Amsterdam. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 25,512 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Madame Tussauds Amsterdam is often mentioned in the Netherlands road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Royal Palace of Amsterdam is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This royal palace and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 22,585 reviews.

Your discovery of Amsterdam does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Amsterdam on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, the Netherlands.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in the Netherlands, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Café Loetje, one of the best restaurants in Amsterdam. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,970 reviews.

You can also check out Café restaurant van Kerkwijk. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,859 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is FuLu Mandarijn. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,203 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Amsterdam.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Amsterdam for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at De Brabantse Aap and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,736 customers.

Stone's Café Bar & Nightclub is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,501 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Lokaal van de Stad. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Amsterdam.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Amsterdam!

On day 5 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across the Netherlands, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in The Hague and end your day in the city of The Hague, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in The Hague is the amazing Louwman Museum. This travel destination is an automobile museum that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,789 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Escher Museum. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,016 travelers, a visit to this well-known art museum and sightseeing spot in The Hague is likely to make your vacation in the Netherlands even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 100,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable sight in The Hague is the outstanding Mauritshuis. This art museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,534 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in the Netherlands. To have the best affordable travel experience in the Netherlands, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in the Netherlands unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in the Netherlands.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of The Hague. The Hague is another cheap travel destination in the Netherlands where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in the Netherlands can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in The Hague that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in The Hague is Dekxels. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 581 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in The Hague, Mauritshuis is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,534 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Little V Den Haag. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in The Hague enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,116 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of The Hague’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in the Netherlands. For example, you can visit Huppel The Pub. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 979 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Fiddler. This popular bar in The Hague has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,421 bar-goers.

You can also go to Coffeeshop Dizzy Duck as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Coffeeshop Dizzy Duck is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 2,312 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in the Netherlands!

On day 6 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across the Netherlands, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Rotterdam and end your day in the city of Eindhoven, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Rotterdam is the amazing Diergaarde Blijdorp. This travel destination is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 34,715 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Erasmusbrug. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,637 travelers, a visit to this well-known bascule bridge and sightseeing spot in Rotterdam is likely to make your vacation in the Netherlands even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Rotterdam is the outstanding Cube House. This house has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 17,627 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in the Netherlands. To have the best affordable travel experience in the Netherlands, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in the Netherlands unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in the Netherlands.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Eindhoven. Eindhoven is another cheap travel destination in the Netherlands where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in the Netherlands can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Eindhoven that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Eindhoven is De Burger. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,910 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Eindhoven, Sopranos is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,467 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant Zoet & Zout Eindhoven. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Eindhoven enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,664 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Eindhoven’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in the Netherlands. For example, you can visit O'Sheas Irish Pub. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,861 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Drinkers Pub. This popular bar in Eindhoven has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,208 bar-goers.

You can also go to Altstadt Eindhoven as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Altstadt Eindhoven is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 973 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in the Netherlands!

On day 7 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across the Netherlands, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Kaatsheuvel and end your day in the city of Arnhem, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

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

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in the Netherlands. To have the best affordable travel experience in the Netherlands, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in the Netherlands unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in the Netherlands.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Arnhem. Arnhem is another cheap travel destination in the Netherlands where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in the Netherlands can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Arnhem that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Arnhem is 't Taphuys Arnhem. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,793 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Arnhem, Roadhouse Arnhem Bar & Kitchen is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,500 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Vlees & CO Arnhem. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Arnhem enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 930 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Arnhem’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in the Netherlands. For example, you can visit Eetcafé Sint Jan. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,538 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Caspar. This popular bar in Arnhem has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 928 bar-goers.

You can also go to Sugar Hill as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Sugar Hill is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 887 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in the Netherlands!

On day 8 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across the Netherlands, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Arnhem and end your day in the city of Utrecht, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Arnhem is the amazing Sonsbeek Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,913 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Netherlands Open Air Museum. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,279 travelers, a visit to this well-known national museum and sightseeing spot in Arnhem is likely to make your vacation in the Netherlands even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 524,188 yearly visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in the Netherlands. To have the best affordable travel experience in the Netherlands, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in the Netherlands unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in the Netherlands.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Utrecht. Utrecht is another cheap travel destination in the Netherlands where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in the Netherlands can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Utrecht that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Utrecht is Sarban - Utrecht. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 915 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Utrecht, The Village Coffee & Music is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 881 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Beers & Barrels Utrecht. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Utrecht enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,021 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Utrecht’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in the Netherlands. For example, you can visit Belgisch Biercafé Olivier Utrecht. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,381 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Kafé België. This popular bar in Utrecht has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,096 bar-goers.

You can also go to Café de Zaak as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Café de Zaak is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,247 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in the Netherlands!

On day 9 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across the Netherlands, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Utrecht and end your day in the city of Amsterdam, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Utrecht is the amazing Nederlands Spoorwegmuseum. This travel destination is a national museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,502 visitors. Up to 355,000 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Nederlands Spoorwegmuseum with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Dom Tower of Utrecht. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,176 travelers, a visit to this well-known building and sightseeing spot in Utrecht is likely to make your vacation in the Netherlands even more memorable.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in the Netherlands. To have the best affordable travel experience in the Netherlands, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in the Netherlands unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in the Netherlands.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Amsterdam. Amsterdam is another cheap travel destination in the Netherlands where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in the Netherlands can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Amsterdam that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Amsterdam enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Amsterdam’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in the Netherlands. For example, you can visit Cafe Belgique. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 832 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Cafe Stevens. This popular bar in Amsterdam has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 955 bar-goers.

You can also go to Rosalia's Menagerie as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Rosalia's Menagerie is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 603 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in the Netherlands!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to the Netherlands as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 10 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Amsterdam.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in the Netherlands.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Amsterdam is the remarkable Magere Brug. This bascule bridge and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,120 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to Amsterdam and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in the Netherlands!