The Hague: Guided Tower Climb
ID: GYG396435-720414
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Country: Netherlands
Country: Netherlands
Duration: 01:00 hours
Description
Join a guided climb of the Hague Tower, one of the city's most iconic landmarks. With 288 steps and 92.5 meters in height, beautiful views of the city and region await you.
Climb The Hague Tower with your knowledgeable guide who will explain to you the history of this landmark. Revolutions, restorations, wars, the French Occupation, and lightning strikes, The Hague Tower survived it all.
With 600 years of history, the Hague Tower is one of the oldest buildings in the city and a landmark for travelers and locals. Christiaan Huygens, Vincent Van Gogh, and even Napoleon climbed this unique tower. It was built in a hexagonal shape to protect it from the sea wind.
Climbing the Hague Tower is possible for almost everybody as there are several floors on the way up on which you can rest for a moment. Once you're at the top, you will be able to enjoy panoramic views from the beautiful skyline, Rotterdam, and the sea.
After the tour, enjoy a complimentary bottle of water (sparkling or still) that will be waiting for you downstairs. A handout with the English translation of this tour is also available at the ticket center upon request.
Climb The Hague Tower with your knowledgeable guide who will explain to you the history of this landmark. Revolutions, restorations, wars, the French Occupation, and lightning strikes, The Hague Tower survived it all.
With 600 years of history, the Hague Tower is one of the oldest buildings in the city and a landmark for travelers and locals. Christiaan Huygens, Vincent Van Gogh, and even Napoleon climbed this unique tower. It was built in a hexagonal shape to protect it from the sea wind.
Climbing the Hague Tower is possible for almost everybody as there are several floors on the way up on which you can rest for a moment. Once you're at the top, you will be able to enjoy panoramic views from the beautiful skyline, Rotterdam, and the sea.
After the tour, enjoy a complimentary bottle of water (sparkling or still) that will be waiting for you downstairs. A handout with the English translation of this tour is also available at the ticket center upon request.
Highlights
- Take in panoramic views of the city
- Follow in the footsteps of Christiaan Huygens, Van Gogh and Napoleon
- Travel back in time with stories and anecdotes about the tower
- Enjoy a refreshing drink of water when you get down to the bottom
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour takes place rain or shine
• You will climb 288 steps to reach the top of The Hague Tower. There is no elevator
• A handout with the English tour text is available at the ticket center
Rond de Grote Kerk, 2513 AM Den Haag, Netherlands. Your guide will be wearing a "Ga Den Haag" jacket.
• You will climb 288 steps to reach the top of The Hague Tower. There is no elevator
• A handout with the English tour text is available at the ticket center
Rond de Grote Kerk, 2513 AM Den Haag, Netherlands. Your guide will be wearing a "Ga Den Haag" jacket.
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.