Groningen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Jan Lalkens
Photo by Jan Lalkens
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Photo by Henk Ackermann
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Where to stay in Groningen

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Binnenstad

While visiting Binnenstad, you might make a stop by sights like Vismarkt and Grote Markt.

Binnenstad
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Binnenstad-Zuid

While visiting Binnenstad-Zuid, you might make a stop by sights like Vismarkt and Groninger Museum.

Binnenstad-Zuid
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Oosterpoortwijk

If you're spending some time in Oosterpoortwijk, Euroborg and De Oosterpoort are top sights worth seeing.

Oosterpoortwijk
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Oranjewijk

While Oranjewijk isn't home to many top sights, Prinsenhof Gardens and Grote Markt are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oranjewijk
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Hoogkerk

When in Hoogkerk, you can plan a visit to Vismarkt and Groninger Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hoogkerk
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Binnenstad-West

While visiting Binnenstad-West, you might make a stop by sights like Northern Maritime Museum and Niemeijer Tobacco Museum and Noordelijk Scheepvaart Museum.

Binnenstad-West
The Social Hub Groningen

The Social Hub Groningen

3.5 out of 5
Boterdiep 9, Groningen
The price is NZ$142 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$142
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Groningen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Prinsenhof Gardens ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (634 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, warm and cozy environment, perfect place to stay as a student! 100/10"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

The Social Hub Groningen
Martini Hotel

Martini Hotel

2 out of 5
Gedempte Zuiderdiep 8, Groningen
The price is NZ$183 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$183
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Groningen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (328 reviews)
"This is a very cute hotel. It is older and thus has some older facilities. Our transactions with the staff were friendly and efficient. We definitely felt welcome. Our room was clean and comfortable. No frills but everything we needed it to be. As in many older hotels, the shower was small but adequate. ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Martini Hotel
Flonk Hotel Groningen Zuid, BW Signature Collection

Flonk Hotel Groningen Zuid, BW Signature Collection

4.5 out of 5
Laan Corpus den Hoorn 300, Groningen
The price is NZ$193 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$193
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Groningen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (320 reviews)
"All perfect"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Flonk Hotel Groningen Zuid, BW Signature Collection
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Marble Times

Marble Times

2 out of 5
94 Damsterdiep, Groningen, GR
Stay at this aparthotel in Groningen. Enjoy free WiFi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Centrum Beeldende Kunst Groningen and Stadsschouwburg are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (27 reviews)
"Great hotel with everything you need. Close by city center."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Marble Times
Studio Trenz for two - Groningen Center

Studio Trenz for two - Groningen Center

2 out of 5
94 Damsterdiep, Groningen, GR
Stay at this aparthotel in Groningen. Enjoy free WiFi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Centrum Beeldende Kunst Groningen and Stadsschouwburg are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
"We had a great apartment, clean, large and well equipped, with good decor. The bed was big and very comfortable. The location is great it's very easy to access the centre of Groningen with a short walk. My only criticism would be that it was very hot and it was hard to cool the room down. That said ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Studio Trenz for two - Groningen Center
The Hogg House

The Hogg House

2 out of 5
94 Damsterdiep, Groningen, GR
Stay at this aparthotel in Groningen. Enjoy free WiFi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Centrum Beeldende Kunst Groningen and Stadsschouwburg are located ...
"Very attractive room with a large comfortable bed. Well equiped kitchen. There were a couple of faults which were addressed quickly. Some adjustments could be made - more storage, height of coat hooks and storage ib bathroom. Overall a pleasant and enjoyable stay."

Reviewed on 19 May 2023

The Hogg House
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Popular places to visit

Grote Markt

Grote Markt

Learn about the local history of Groningen when you spend time at Grote Markt. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

Grote Markt

University of Groningen

Enjoy the student vibe at University of Groningen as part of your travels around Groningen. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

University of Groningen

Groninger Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Groninger Museum during your trip to Groningen. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

Groninger Museum

Martiniplaza

Learn about the events happening in Martiniplaza during your trip to Groningen. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

Martiniplaza

De Oosterpoort

Enjoy a show at De Oosterpoort, a popular theatre in Groningen. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

De Oosterpoort

Vismarkt

You can enjoy retail therapy at Vismarkt during your visit to Groningen. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

Vismarkt

Activities

Groningen: Open Boat City Canal Cruise

Groningen: Open Boat City Canal Cruise

NZ$45
per adult
Groningen: Open Boat City Canal Cruise
Groningen: Climb the Martinitower

Groningen: Climb the Martinitower

NZ$12
per adult
Groningen: Climb the Martinitower
Groningen: Highlights BBQ with drinks - on the lake

Groningen: Private Highlights BBQ with Drinks on the Lake

NZ$887
per traveller
Groningen: Private Highlights BBQ with Drinks on the Lake
Discover Groningen in this Outside Escape city game tour!

Discover Groningen in this Outside Escape city game tour!

NZ$49
per traveller
Discover Groningen in this Outside Escape city game tour!
Escape The City Groningen City Walk With Puzzles

Escape The City Groningen City Walk With Puzzles

NZ$58
per traveller
Escape The City Groningen City Walk With Puzzles
Private BBQ Cruise Tour at Lake Paterswoldsemeer With Drinks

Private BBQ Cruise Tour at Lake Paterswoldsemeer With Drinks

NZ$887
per traveller
Private BBQ Cruise Tour at Lake Paterswoldsemeer With Drinks
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