Winter has begun! This season brings with it a lot of cosiness, but what will you do during these colder months? Discover atmospheric events and attractions in the Netherlands. From ice skating in front of the Rijksmuseum to light art in Utrecht and theatre in Zaandam. There is something for everyone. Read on and get inspired for the best winter activities.
Amsterdam
Ice*Amsterdam
Ice-skating with the Rijksmuseum in the background, that’s possible at Ice*Amsterdam. Silent Disco on Ice is held on the iconic Museumplein every Thursday and Saturday night. Skate, dance and have a drink, it’s all allowed. The Ice*Village ice rink will be open daily until 2 February.
Complete your visit to the capital with a stay at Inntel Hotel Amsterdam Centre of Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark.
Tuschinski Theater
A romantic date or a night out with friends? Going to the cinema is always a good idea. At Tuschinski, watching a film really becomes an experience. Take a seat in the lovely luxury seats and feel the history of this iconic theatre. View the current films on offer online.
Utrecht
Discover the city in the dark: Utrecht Lumen
Go exploring in the dark! During Utrecht Lumen, the city is literally in the spotlight. The walking route takes you past artistically lit locations in Utrecht’s city centre. You will pass bridges, through tunnels and by well-known buildings such as the Janskerk and the Nijntje museum. Prefer to go out with a guide? Utrecht Lumen offers tours in the dark months. The guide will tell you the whole story behind the special works of art. You can visit until 29 March 2025.
Experience the atmosphere of train travel at the Railway Museum
At the Railway Museum, you can enjoy a complete winter experience. To get fully into the atmosphere, enjoy the pleasant live music. Next to the ice rink are several stalls to warm up a little. You will see the atmosphere of train travel during a stay at Inntel Hotels Utrecht Centre. From your room, you have a view of Utrecht Central Station.
Climb the Dom Tower
After years of restorations, the Dom Tower is open to the public again. The Dom Tower is the tallest medieval tower in the Netherlands and has no fewer than 465 steps. After this challenging climb, you will be rewarded with great views over the historic city centre.
Louis Hartlooper Complex
Walk along the canal to the Tolsteegbrug. Here you will find The Louis Hartlooper Complex . This film house is housed in a monumental building, built in 1928 as a police station. There are four movie theatres showing mainly arthouse films. The Louis Hartlooper Complex also has a café and restaurant where you can enjoy coffee, cake, lunch, drinks or dinner before or after the film.
Evening out at Tivoli Vredenburg
The ideal place for an evening out in Utrecht is Tivoli Vredenburg, at walking distance from the hotel. With a large selection and multiple venues, there is always something fun to do here. From concerts to parties, and lectures to debates. On the ground floor, you can also go for a bite to eat and a drink at grand café Het Gegeven Paard and Kitchen Bar Danel. Check out the full agenda here.
End the evening with an overnight stay in one of our luxurious rooms, with a private bubble bath or sauna.
The Hague
Cool Event Scheveningen
This winter, Scheveningen is once again the place for the ultimate winter sports experience by the sea. At Cool Event Scheveningen, you can skate next to the beach. Bring your own skates or hire them on site and glide into the fun on Kurhausplein. The indoor ice rink can still be visited until 9 February.
Spiegelfestival
From 18 January to 2 March, The Hague shines with the Spiegelfestival! Mirrored art makes the Museum Quarter a magical place. Stroll past well-known spots such as Lange Voorhout and Hofvijver and view extraordinary works of art. The highlight is the Reflections mirror pavilion in Common, which provides beautiful images and surprises. The Koninklijke Schouwburg will also get a festive look. Be surprised by art, light and reflection and experience The Hague in a new way.
Experience a relaxing visit to The Hague and book a room at Inntel Hotels Den Haag Marina Beach. During the cold days nothing is better than warming up in the sauna of our wellness centre.
Zaandam
Monet walk
Zaanse nature is beautiful and picturesque. The town was a great inspiration for the famous French painter Claude Monet. At the MonetAtelier in Zaandam, replicas of his 25 Zaan paintings are on display. The collection of paintings offers a unique glimpse of Monet’s work and at the same time an impression of Zaandam in 1871.
The guided Monet walk takes you past places where the artist painted. This will introduce you to the stories behind these masterpieces. From Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Zaandam, you can walk along the Gedempte Gracht to the MonetAtelier in ten minutes.
Zaantheatre
For a cultural night out, head to the Zaantheatre. This theatre has a wide, varied offer. From cabaret, opera, dance, musical, concerts, plays, to international shows and youth performances: there is something for everyone in the beautiful, modern building on the Zaan.
View the complete programme and book your tickets online at zaantheater.nl.