Travel Itinerary
Trip to Gouda, Netherlands • A city trip with sightseeing and local experiences. • next month
Trip Details
Weather Forecast
For: 2026-02-01
Upcoming Holidays
- 2026-04-03•Good Friday(Goede Vrijdag)
- 2026-04-05•Easter Sunday(Eerste Paasdag)
- 2026-04-06•Easter Monday(Tweede Paasdag)
- 2026-04-27•King's Day(Koningsdag)
- 2026-05-05•Liberation Day(Bevrijdingsdag)
Cheese, Canals, and Culture in Gouda
Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Gouda on this cultural day trip. Explore the iconic markets, admire the magnificent stained glass of St. John's Church, and indulge in the city's famous cheese and stroopwafels while wandering through its charming historic streets.
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Your Itinerary
Day 1
#1Explore the Gouda Town Hall and Market Square
Stadhuis Gouda • Gouda, South Holland45 minutes
WikiStart your day at the heart of the city. Admire the stunning Gothic architecture of the Town Hall, one of the oldest in the Netherlands, and soak in the atmosphere of the historic Market Square where cheese trading has taken place for centuries.
#2Visit the Historic Cheese Weigh House
De Waag • Gouda, South Holland45 minutes
Located directly on the market square, this iconic building was used for weighing cheese during the summer markets. Learn about the traditions of Gouda cheese and its significance to Dutch culture.
#3Tour St. John's Church
Sint-Janskerk • Gouda, South Holland1 hour
WikiDiscover the longest church in the Netherlands, famous for its magnificent stained-glass windows (the Gouda Windows) that depict biblical stories and historical events. It is a masterpiece of the Dutch Renaissance.
#4Experience Gouda Cheese Heritage
Gouda Cheese Experience • Gouda, South Holland1.5 hours
Immerse yourself in the history and making of world-famous Gouda cheese. This interactive experience, housed in a historic cheese factory, explains the cheese-making process and the traditions surrounding it.
#5Taste Authentic Stroopwafels
Banketbakkerij Van der Linde • Gouda, South Holland30 minutes
Visit a renowned local bakery to taste fresh, warm stroopwafels (syrup waffles), a Dutch culinary staple. Watch the bakers at work and enjoy this sweet treat in its most authentic form.
#6Scenic Canal Walk
ApproxHavendijk • Gouda, South Holland1 hour
End your day with a leisurely stroll along the Havendijk. This picturesque spot offers beautiful views of the historic canal, quaint drawbridges, and traditional Dutch houses, providing the perfect atmosphere for reflection.
