The 17 best parks and gardens in Delft

The Royal Delft museum is a really nice place for a short day-time program if you're visiting Delft. There is an exhibition from the techniques used in the process to modern art pieces. The building has a beautiful garden in the middle, which was unfortunately closed. We spent about an hour in the museum. They also have a sizable gift shop, where you can place orders or buy already-made pieces. They currently sell really beautiful christmas ornaments for 20-25€.

Visited *Royal Delft* as part of a tour group, and it was an incredible experience! The demo showcasing their iconic hand-painted ceramic work was absolutely awesome—mind-boggling to see the skill and precision that goes into each piece. The artistry behind their famous blue-and-white Delftware is truly remarkable. The tour was engaging, and the museum beautifully highlights the history and craftsmanship. A must-visit for anyone near Delft! Highly recommend!

The museum and factory tour really gives you a sense of how much skill and craftsmanship goes into everything they make and gives you a sense for the scale of their history. Well with spending an hour or two doing this and purchasing gifts and souviniers. Dress in layers it's actually not that warm but warm enough that you will not be happy in a sweater!

If you’re into pottery, tableware, or anything to do with fine china, Royal Delft is an absolute must! The museum has such a rich and fascinating history, and it’s the perfect size to explore without feeling like you’re in a marathon. You’ll learn all about how their iconic Delft pottery is made, and it’s honestly so cool to see it all come to life. Before visiting, I bought both the museum ticket and their high tea package in advance on their website — super easy and totally worth it. The bonus? On our way there (we took the tram from Den Haag), we accidentally stumbled upon the actual spot that inspired Vermeer’s “View of Delft.” There’s even a replica of the painting right there so you can compare it to the real view Vermeer saw back in the day. How amazing is that?? Such a serendipidous find that made our Delft experience even better. 💙 By the time we got to the museum, we were—surprise, surprise—already hungry 😂. We showed up way too early for our high tea reservation, but the staff was so kind and told us to come back in 15 minutes while they set up a table for us. Perfect excuse to “tour” the gift shop! And wow, that gift shop is dangerous for anyone with limited luggage space. They have everything — vases, Christmas ornaments, gorgeous tableware, adorable Miffy collections, and all sorts of Delft blue goodies. I wanted to buy everything. But alas, since this was near the end of our trip (and I still had a week in Amsterdam to go), I had to restrain myself. Next time, though? I’m coming back for the tulip vases. Sooooo pretty. And the Miffy figurines. And the Dutch houses. Ugh, the list goes on! Once I finished my ooh-ing and aah-ing, we headed back to the café for high tea, and our table was ready. The staff was so lovely — they explained every sweet and savory treat on our tiered tray, and the tea selection was solid. The food itself? About a 3 out of 5 if we’re grading just on taste. It’s not like a fancy hotel afternoon tea, but it was perfectly nice. Plus, the atmosphere makes up for it — there’s a beautiful garden where you can sit outside, or cozy indoor seating with big windows looking out. We chose inside (it was too chilly for us desert people ❄️). After tea, we did our self-guided tour through the museum and factory area, where you can actually watch artisans painting and crafting pottery by hand. It’s mesmerizing! I had no idea that Delftware originally took major inspiration from Chinese porcelain — especially the classic blue-and-white style. They even show side-by-side examples of early Dutch copies and the original Chinese pieces, and you can really see how the Dutch designs evolved over time into something uniquely their own. All in all, Royal Delft is 100% worth visiting. The museum is fascinating, the staff is warm and welcoming, and the café is a lovely spot to rest your feet (high tea optional, but fun if you have time). Prices were pretty reasonable too — high tea was €63 (about $73 USD) for two people, and museum tickets were €34 (around $40 USD) for two. Highly recommend — and don’t forget to save some luggage space for those Delft souvenirs! 💙

came here as part of our bus tour, we had a really friendly guide, very informative. because of our bus free time we didn’t get to see everything but what we did see was amazing, the shop was also good and did have some more affordable items such as magnets, there is also a cafe which again we unfortunately didn’t get to go in but it looked lovely, overall the place was somewhat busy and had a nice atmosphere, if we ever came to the area again we would make a longer visit.

“The Royal Delft Museum is beautiful, with a fascinating history behind the famous Delft Blue. The visit is very enriching and the pieces are true works of art. However, both the entrance fee and the gift shop are quite expensive. Still, I recommend it as a unique experience to discover this Dutch icon.

This, for me, has been the best museum experience during my trip. It's not an art museum per se, but learning about the history of porcelain (or rather faience), seeing the process, and walking through the factory and experiencing the painting phase live - it was an emotional journey. Lovely explanations of the Delft Blue ceramic making process, with plenty of examples and a walk through the factory itself. The history of the process: rich and ever-growing, always improving. I'm curious how would a similar museum feel in China or other Asian places, which have been the precursors of European ceramic traditions. All in all, if you love ceramics, make sure you visit!

Very informative museum with a ton of masterpieces from the 17th century. They were telling the story of life and death of William the silent the father of dutch nation and great ancestor of the current king. I really liked the complex personality and liberal nature of his actions. The museum has perfectly utilized all mediums available to make a great experience with very detailed explanations on pieces of propaganda and really brilliantly set the context for the story. Do recommend totally worth it 👌.

Was great experience Will come back

The museum Prinsenhof is a fun visit mainly for the imprints the events here have left on Dutch History. Its interesting to see a part of history come to life on the famous stairs. The exposition on the uprising are interesting with some beautiful paintings, but not very expansive. Many more stories could be told if the museum wanted. Especially if they did away with the completely random exhibition on some artist the name of whom I have already forgotten.

Wear comfortable shoes! Lots of walking & perfect photos. We loved it. It was packed on a Saturday. I'm not sure if it's much better on a weekday. Not to be missed.

I had a wonderful experience at the Prinsenhof Museum in Delft. What really impressed me was the flow of the exhibits. The museum takes you through the life of William of Orange, also known as William the Silent, in chronological order. I didn't know much about him before, but this museum brought his story and its impact on Dutch history to life. Learning about William's children and the broader context of the Spanish and Netherlands war was truly fascinating. The museum itself is a delight. It's very interactive, which kept me engaged the whole time – and I confess, I have a bit of a short attention span! The beautiful artwork displayed throughout the exhibits added another layer to the experience. One exhibit that particularly surprised me was the one dedicated to Delft Blue pottery. I never knew about the history of these iconic blue vases and their connection to the Netherlands. It was fascinating to learn about their production and significance. Overall, I highly recommend the Prinsenhof Museum to anyone interested in Dutch history, particularly the life of William of Orange and the Spanish and Netherlands war. The museum is well-organized, informative, and engaging, making it a great experience for all.

Great place to learn about the local history in a very vivid way that makes you travel back in time, but also to admire, apart from the wonderful paintings, a few very good pieces of the characteristic blue and white pottery in the place their art was born. There is also the option you create your own digital pottery and get it with you in your email. I would totally recommend it if you are visit Delft.

Perfect place to learn more about William the Orange/ the Silent and famous painter Vermeer. Finding the entrance of the Museum is a bit tricky as it has almost like a side entrance. Signs are everywhere, so you will not get lost. Airy room once you get in. You will find your way in and greeted by the staff who is handling the audio guide. Coffee shop is available in the premises. Boutique is at site. The entire building is big, so follow the map with matching # on each door of the room, so you won’t miss any of the exhibition. Mind your head on the doorway. Washrooms are available in between the visit. I love how they present the audio against the art, so as the story telling. It was really a lovely visit.

Definitely a highlight in my life - one of those things I am glad I did. Vermeer is definitely the master painter of light and I was very impressed. The fact that the paintings are not original does not detract anything from the marvel thereof. I found the fact that one can get a glimpse of all of his works at once, really impressive and insightful. Definitely a must-visit stop whenever you are in Delft.

We visited on a week day and were able to buy tickets at the museum. Cute little museum that shows copies of all of Vermeer's paintings and highlighting his techniques in mastering light and symbolism. I would say you could see everything in 2 hours

Very interesting Center, a lot of information on how Vermeer painted and practical explanations on his use of light. The audio guide is for free and available in many languages. They have real size reproductions of all known paintings from Vermeer, which allows you to calmly examine them and learn more about the details and the technique he used. Totally recommended if you’re visiting Delft!

It's a pity that none of the original paintings are exhibited here. I was surprised to learn how many are in the possession of museums around the world — and it's regrettable that so few remain in the Netherlands. That said, the exhibition offers a solid overview of the artist's work. Even more impressive is the analysis of his technique, which is both insightful and educational. I would especially recommend this place to art students, as it provides a valuable perspective on his creative paint process, i. e. primarily analysis of light effects. The museum shop, however, was a bit of a letdown — quite pricey, with not much of real interest on offer.

Definitely worth stopping by when you are in Delft. Entrance is free and they have an amazing shop with everything Vermeer. 3 stories with exhibitions of all his works (copies) with a little bit of history of Delft.

I was disappointed by the exhibit on the upper floor. It was a collection of A.I. slop done by René van den Berg. This "art" was badly done and sold for a high price, around 300-400€ (I can say from personal experience that each piece took 10 minutes of his time to complete). I am disappointed that an art museum would promote this low effort fad that goes against everything Vermer represents.

Helpful staff, excellent audio guide. Delft is trying to make the most of its Vermeer connection, which is difficult as his house has been knocked down and none of his paintings remain in the town. This is a really good exhibition to show his life in Delft and the subjects and techniques of his paintings

Real nature.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful view and a bench available (Original) Prachtig uitzicht en een bankje aanwezig

(Translated by Google) Much quieter than the Delftse Hout and nice to take a walk undisturbed (Original) Stuk rustiger dan de Delftse Hout en fijn om even ongestoord te wandelen

(Translated by Google) Beautiful piece of nature. Also saw beautiful mushrooms. (Original) Mooi stukje natuur. Ook mooie paddenstoelen gezien.

(Translated by Google) Lovely place for a walk, you can then continue to Dobbeplas and Delfste Hout. Then you have a full day of walking in nature. Spotted 4 spoonbills in the meadow. Beautiful! (Original) Heerlijk plek om te wandelen, je kunt hierna doorlopen naar Dobbeplas en Delfste Hout. Dan heb je een volle wandeldag in de natuur. In het weiland 4 lepelaars gespot. Prachtig!

(Translated by Google) For many from Delft and the immediate surroundings, this is a nice green piece of nature for a nice walk or cycle. Unfortunately, as far as I know, there is no cozy cafe or restaurant, so you will either have to go to the Delftse Hout (for example Knus or the Rieten Dak) or Delfgauw (Noordeindseweg). (Original) Voor velen uit Delft en directe omgeving een fijn groen stuk natuur om lekker te wandelen of te fietsen. Een gezellig eetcafe of restaurant ontbreekt helaas voor zover ik weet en zal men dus of naar het Delftse Hout (bijvoorbeeld Knus of het Rieten Dak) of Delfgauw moeten gaan (Noordeindseweg).

(Translated by Google) It is wonderfully close and outside, a pity that so much had to be cut down (it must have had its use and hopefully new ones will be planned. For now, parts are bare and pitiful) (Original) Het is heerlijk dichtbij en buiten, jammer dat er zoveel gekapt moest worden ( het zal vast zijn nut gehad hebben en hopelijk wordt er nieuw gepland. Voor nu zijn er delen kaal en zielig)

Great place for a relaxed outing on a sunny day! Great for nature walks and fun along the "beach" ;)

A nicely kept park where there is a deer camp you can walk around. Often times people feed the deer, but i dont know if thats allowed. Homeless people sometimes leave their stuff in the bushes and any dog that smells it will not leave it alone, they shit in those bushes too, gross....

Great place for people that love animals. You can also feed them there by bringing Apple's or carrot's, but I cannot garrantee you that they will come to you. But most of the time they will come.

There is one bench - you can sit and watch the ducks and deer.

This is a sweet little place to bring the kids in good weather. My daughter loves watching the deer but shes still too afraid to feed them :-)

Good place to sit down and enjoy coffee. Their dutch pancakes are good as well. Nice surroundings to walk.

Loved it! A place to enjoy the natural sceneries and get a fresh air

Location green space with a variety of walkways and bridges to explore. Great place for a family walk or to take the dog out. There are also a number of playgrounds and other public recreations close by.

Nice hockey ground with good facilities. Caf parking can be a bit of a nightmare on weekend match days, so get there early and park near the exit, so you can leave easily 🙂

Beautiful and spacious park with a number of children amenities. A great place to spend your time with your family and friends.

The kingsday sportsday for the elemethery schools Mosaïk Delft. On a beautiful sunny day. It was very succesful

Beautiful place to chill. Very quiet and peaceful.

A quiet place for being alone and practicing meditation.

Great neighbourhood, amazing view

The Abtswoudse Bos is a great spot for a peaceful stroll or a picnic, with numerous footpaths and cycling roads traversing the area. A unique feature of the park is 'Moeder Aarde' or 'Mother Earth', an artificial hill resembling a human figure, complete with bushes bearing berries on its limbs and a circular pond in the center

A cat, heron, and duck all in one photo… magical

Very quiet and scenic place great for a easy walk and taking the dogs for a walk

I really enjoyed my times here. It is so quiet and you can just relax and enjoy the nature.

Nice place for hiking, camping and picnic.

Quite nice paths to walk along and it's a good place to spot birds. It's a tad small and the paths can be muddy but it's always great to experience some nature here.

The nature is nice, but local groups of teenagers don't know the basics of acceptable social behavior especially as you get closer to Rotterdam.

Beautiful market square. This place has its own aura and beauty. You will find few restaurants here where you can feed yourself. Also there used to be a big lamp here which is now taken off these days but will be back after sometime.

Tucked away on the northern edge of town you’ll find one of the best spots in town: the Doelenplein. On the square and the adjacent Verwersdijk canal you’ll find a great choice of restaurants and bars. Our favorites: Lef, Hanno, de Pelikaan, la Fontanella, de Plataan and Il Peperoncino. Return to Camping de Delftse Hout by Mobike...an easy ride along canals and waterways.

Nice square north of the city center, surrounded by half a dozen bars, restaurants and an arthouse cinema (Lumen). Although smaller and not as crowded as the Beestenmarkt, it is still very popular, especially in summer.

Small square with nice shady trees along a canal and flanked by buildings from different architectural styles with some restaurants that offer outdoor dining on the square during the summer months. The square is used for several cultural events like the 'Mooi Weer Spelen' (outdoor theater and improv), Koningsdag and Delft Jazz Festival. It has a relaxed atmosphere and there's a small park located next to it. It's right in the historic district of Delft at walking distance from shops and historic landmarks. Paid parking is available along the canals and on the Doelenplein, located at a 5 minute walk.

Don't miss it! One of delft's most photogenic places! 😉

Beautiful garden area to sit in, play in our simply pass through. "Buitenspelen zonder poep" as the mosaic says.

Nice spot in Delft and food is delicious! We enjoyed everything! Keep up the good work. Can't wait to visit again.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful piece of nature. Wonderful walking and cycling. Many recreational opportunities, beach, picnic, sports, etc. Fine catering establishments nearby. Nice to go to the deer park from there with children. Easy parking nearby. (Original) Prachtig stukje natuur. Heerlijk wandelen en fietsen. Veel recreatiemogelijkheden, strandje, picknicken, sporten, etcetera. Fijne horeca in de buurt. Leuk om daarvandaan met kinderen naar het hertenkamp te gaan. Makkelijk parkeren in de buurt.

(Translated by Google) Walk around the big lake. Not much nature, but nice walking on paved paths. (Original) Rondje om de grote plas lopen. Niet zoveel natuur, maar wel even lekker wandelen op verharde paden.

(Translated by Google) Old-fashioned, peaceful natural environment (Original) Ouderwets rustige natuuromgeving

The TU Delft botanical garden is something different from what I’m used to, it’s not there to show the most exotic plants and be the most beautiful, but instead, as it’s a technical university, it’s meant to share the different plants and their use in different technologies which is very interesting! It’s a nice stroll, not very big, with some genuinely nice places to sit and be calm, I wish it was a bit more informative in an easy way to learn.

Walking through the Hortus Botanicus Delft felt like stepping into a living museum of plants. I wandered among themed sections—from medicinal herbs to exotic species—each carefully curated to reflect centuries of botanical study. Beyond its educational value, the garden is also a peaceful retreat, perfect for slow exploration and quiet reflection. My visit left me inspired by how thoughtfully the garden balances research, conservation, and public enjoyment.

If you lower your expectations this could be a pretty cool place. I suggest bringing a picnic and finding some shade or using the gazebo to stretch your time there. We enjoyed the exhibit about the refugee housing and seeing the prototypes.

Delft Botanical Garden was founded about 100 years ago. Each plant in it has a name plate in Dutch and Latin. This will help you find it if you want to plant it in your home garden or balcony. All the trees, bushes and flowers are well-kept. There is a greenhouse for tropical plants, including insectivorous ones, as well as a separate greenhouse for cacti. The territory of the Delft Botanical Garden is small. You will take your time to explore it in an hour and a half. Now inside, there is also a temporary exhibition on how the plants were used to produce dyes and cloth. Detailed explanations in English and Dutch. There is a coffee point on the territory of the garden. And near the entrance to the garden there is a cash desk and a shop where you can buy themed souvenirs and even flowers. Another interesting corner is the apothecary "garden". The information plates show how these plants were used in medicine in the Middle Ages. Two metasequoias grow nearby. Definitely worth a visit.

Lovely place to spend some relaxing time. Entrance fee is 6 euros for adults. There is a little cafe but you can take your own food and have a picnic. Lots of benches to sit.

The garden is marvelous, even in mid-October, very interesting, with a wide variety of plants, sculptures, and educational exhibits.

A beautiful garden with interesting, varied plants with mixed pottery art dotted around the area. It is decently maintained and you get a map with all the different plant species named. The staff are very friendly and there are options for refreshments.

It is a perfect location for a leisure walk on weekends. The sound of birds chirping feels like music to the ears. A very quiet place to relax and unwind.

Love visiting this park in every season. Lots of native plants, nice winding trails, possibility for stork sightings...it's fantastic! No dogs allowed but great place to go with children.

A natural park that showcases various native trees and plants. It is designed to preserve the local flora and fauna and offers educational environment for children to enjoy nature.

I think one of the most beautifull parks in Delft with a lot of variety in trees. Very good maintained.

Nice park. Free entrance, but if you want to do some fun activity with the kids, they offer you quests (also available for many ages) for an affordable price.

The palace is really beautiful i really enjoyed be around there

Nice park to walk in, great collection of different trees, mushrooms and plants.

Not really a park that you might imagine it would be, but still a lovely strip of nature with art, A statue of the former Dutch queen Wilhelmina and a World war 2 memorial. It has some open areas for picnics and for soaking up some sunrays but space is limited. You can walk through the park within 15 minutes and discover some lovely, typical Dutch buildings and architectural monuments like Villa 'Vrijeban'. At both ends of the park there are Dutch canals to enjoy.

Nice and clean pubic park. School classes regularly come there for their sports activities. If you're out speaking another language than Dutch strangers might yell at you for it.

Beautiful part of the picturesque city of Delft. Classic late 19th century houses next to an oasis of green. All within walking distance from cozy restaurants, shops and cafes.

Nice park inside Delft.

Very pleasant environment :)

great for a walk

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