Things to do in

Scheveningen

Discover what it feels like to walk on water with a 2-hour beginner's surf lesson in the Scheveningen district of The Hague. Start your lesson on the beach in a small group setting of 6 students or less. Listen to your Dutch and English-speaking instructor as they explain how to stay safe in the water. Hear about several different surf techniques, such as how to safely go out into the water. Then, grab your surfboard and catch some waves! Learn how to keep your surf board under control and how to read the waves. Discover how to time your take off and how to catch your first wave. Be amazed by how easy and enjoyable it is to surf.

See the sights of The Hague with full-day access to a hop-on hop-off tram. Jump on and off the tram as much as you like, and stop by the Parliament, Town Hall, the Children’s Book Museum, and more. Board the tram at any of the 16 stops. Head to the end of the line for Scheveningseslag and the Museum Sculptures by the Sea. Full list of tram stops: Stop 1: Kerkplein / Gravenstraat Stop 2: Centrum Stop 3: Centraal Station Stop 4: Korte Voorhout Stop 5: Kneuterdijk Stop 6: Mauritskade Stop 7: Vredespaleis (Peace Palace) Stop 8: World Forum / Madurodam Stop 9: Keizerstraat Stop 10: Scheveningseslag / Beelden aan Zee Stop 11: Kurhaus (Scheveningen Beach) Stop 12: Zwarte Pad Stop 13: Statenlaan (Scheveningen Harbour) Stop 14: Kunstmuseum Den Haag / Museon Stop 15: Van Speijkstraat Stop 16: Noordwal

Take a fascinating journey from Dutch rivers to the ocean depth through 15 themed zones. Come nose-to-nose with incredible seahorses, rays, sharks, and hundreds of tropical fish. Meet the playful otters and penguins. With fun talks and animal feeding sessions, there is plenty for everyone to enjoy at Sea Life Scheveningen. Sea Life is open daily from 10:00 AM, closed Christmas Day. Last entry is one hour before closing.

Discover the history of the Netherlands' Nazi occupation at the Oranjehotel. For over 250 prisoners, this was their final destination: they were sentenced to death and executed by firing squad. With the help of your audioguide, listen to the impressive stories of the prisoners, illustrated by documents and photographs, and told in interviews and audio fragments. Hear moving stories of injustice, hunger, and insecurity, but also stories of hope, solidarity, and faith in freedom. During your visit, learn about the history of the building and the rise of the resistance. Discover what life was really like for prisoners and learn more about the disruption causeed to their families and the consequences this had after the war.

Enjoy a fun-filled visit to the LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre in Scheveningen. Discover the 7 different zones of the park and take a ride through LEGO® city in the Fantasy Express. Reach for the stars in the 4D Cinema, build with the girls from LEGO Friends, and explore the LEGO® NINJAGO® Training Zone and train to become a real ninja! Explore the DUPLO® Park and Pirate Island and in between stop for a drink and a snack in the Café. At the end of your visit, stroll through the LEGO Shop with exclusive LEGO sets and items.