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Delft is the most classic of small towns, one many see as the Netherlands of their dreams: calm canals, gabled brick houses, little bridges, and the lovely Markt square ringed by old churches. This is the birthplace of the famous blue-and-white pottery, Delftware (Delft Blue), and the hometown of painter Johannes Vermeer, creator of 'Girl with a Pearl Earring'. With its compact size and romantic mood, Delft is a popular day trip from The Hague or Rotterdam.
Why stay in Delft
Delft Blue pottery
Visit the Royal Delft factory (De Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles), watch artisans hand-paint the blue designs, and buy genuine pottery as a keepsake.
Old town and romantic canals
Quiet canals, gabled brick houses and little bridges around the Markt square give the feel of a Golden Age painting, a delight to wander all over.
In Vermeer's footsteps
The birthplace of Johannes Vermeer, with the Vermeer Centrum telling the life and work of the master painter who captured this town's views.
Crypt of the House of Orange
The New Church (Nieuwe Kerk) is the burial place of the House of Orange-Nassau. Climb the tower for views over the town and the surrounding fields.
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Local dishes to try in Delft
- 1🥞
Dutch pancakes
Pannenkoeken, large pancakes both savoury and sweet, served in warm canalside restaurants for a hearty traditional meal.
📍 Canalside eateries - 2🍻
Historic Delft beer
Delft was once a thriving brewing town, and today there are local craft beers to try in pubs and cafes around the square.
📍 Old town pubs - 3☕
Markt square cafes
Outdoor cafe terraces around the Markt square, where you can sip coffee while watching the New Church and the relaxed life of the old town.
📍 City centre - 4🍪
Stroopwafel
Caramel-syrup waffles made fresh and warm from market stalls, a classic Dutch sweet found all over town.
📍 Markets and sweet shops
- 1🟥
Markt Square
The beautiful market square at the heart of town, with the New Church at one end and the town hall at the other, ringed by cafes and restaurants.
📍 City centre - 2⛪
Nieuwe Kerk (New Church)
A Gothic church with a 108-metre tower and the burial crypt of the House of Orange. Climb the spiral stairs to a viewpoint above the old town's roofs.
📍 Markt square - 3🏺
Royal Delft (Porceleyne Fles)
The historic Delft Blue pottery factory, still in operation. Watch artisans hand-paint the designs, see the museum, and shop for genuine pieces.
📍 South of town - 4⛪
Oude Kerk (Old Church)
A medieval church with a slightly leaning tower beside the canal, the resting place of painter Johannes Vermeer, a son of Delft.
📍 City centre - 5🏛️
Vermeer Centrum Delft
A centre telling the life and work of Vermeer, with reproductions of every painting, ideal for anyone interested in Dutch Golden Age art.
📍 City centre
Things to do in Delft
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🚆 Getting around Delft
Explore the old town on foot
The town is compact, with canals, squares and churches all within walking distance. Walking is the best way to soak up the atmosphere.
Trains from The Hague and Rotterdam
Delft station has direct trains to The Hague and Rotterdam in just 10-15 minutes, perfect for a day trip from either city.
Canal cruise
Boats cruise the canals around the old town, showing waterside houses and bridges from lovely angles, a popular afternoon activity.
Rent a bike
The town is flat with good bike lanes, easy to cycle around town and out to see the windmill-dotted fields on the outskirts.
Where to go next near Delft
AmsterdamA capital of interlacing World Heritage canals, narrow waterside houses, world-class museums, and bicycles weaving everywhere across town.
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RotterdamEurope's largest port, rebuilt after the war with cutting-edge architecture, from the Cube Houses to the strikingly stylish indoor market.
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The HagueSeat of government and the International Court of Justice, a dignified seaside city with a top-class art museum and Scheveningen beach.
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LeidenThe country's oldest university town, birthplace of Rembrandt, with romantic canals and a world-class archaeology museum.
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How many hours do you need in Delft?+
Half a day to a full day is ideal, enough to walk the old town, the Markt square, the churches and the Royal Delft factory, perfect as a day trip.
What is Delft Blue?+
It's blue-and-white earthenware pottery produced in Delft since the 17th century, hand-painted, a craft and famous souvenir of the Netherlands.
How do you get to Delft from Amsterdam?+
A direct train takes about an hour, or change at The Hague. It pairs well with visiting The Hague and Rotterdam on one trip, since they're all very close together.
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