The Hague

The best times to visit The Hague are generally March through May and September through November to avoid the large influx of tourism during the summer months. If large crowds and bustling streets are not a problem however, then the summer months of July and August may be preferable as there are also many unique events taking place in the summer and the city with its meandering canals, verdant gardens and sandy beaches comes alive when the sun glares at it. During the winter months, The Hague Christmas markets are always popular with children and adults alike, but again, it can be difficult to move around due to the large crowds and busy venues. Rainfall around this time of year may also present other issues. All in all, though, The Hague is in a temperate climate zone so winters are not too cold and summers are not too warm, ideal for exploring year-round.

The post offices in the Netherlands are called ‘Postkantoor’ and the principal postal service is called PostNL. The Hague’s main post office and the headquarters of PostNL are both found in the Hague city centre. Stamps can be purchased in the post office, supermarkets, petrol stations or online.

- How many days are needed to visit The Hague? The history of the city alone makes it worth a prolonged stay but three days in the city should be enough to cover most of the important features of the city whilst getting a sense of the way of life in The Hague. - What is The Hague known for? The Hague may not be such a popular tourist destination as Amsterdam or Rotterdam, but it is nonetheless a city with great cultural and political significance, so there is plenty to visit in the way of museums, official buildings and landmarks. - Is The Hague a walkable city? There are lots of beautiful paths through The Hague making it a very pleasant city to walk through, albeit the third largest city in the Netherlands at almost 100 square kilometres in size and home to over half a million people. It is recommended to rent a bike to visit the areas outside the city centre, particularly the surrounding countryside. - Is The Hague expensive? The Hague is the third most expensive city in the Netherlands, commensurate with its size, but compared with other major European cities, prices seem more reasonable taking into account what is on offer. Average daily costs can range from anything between €60-400 depending on accommodation, food and transport.

Pharmacies in The Hague are referred to as ‘Apotheek’. There are also drug stores for more general, over-the-counter medicine such as paracetamol, which are called ‘drogisterij’. Most pharmacies are open on weekdays and some stay open on Saturdays. Pharmacy MCH Lijnbaan Den Haag Lijnbaan 32, The Hague +31 70 388 7674 Open Mon–Fri 8am–9:30pm, Sat & Sun 9:30am–9:30pm Hofstad Apotheek Korte Poten 7A, The Hague +31 70 346 4748 Open Mon–Fri 8:30am–6pm, Sat 11am–3pm, Sun closed