Groningen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Jan Lalkens
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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, Hooghoudt Brewery and Euroborg are top sights worth seeing.

Oosterpoortwijk
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Oranjewijk

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

Oranjewijk
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Binnenstad-Noord

4/5(1 area review)

Though Binnenstad-Noord may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grote Markt and Vismarkt.

Binnenstad-Noord
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Oosterpoortbuurt

While visiting Oosterpoortbuurt, you might make a stop by sights like De Oosterpoort and Centrum Beeldende Kunst Groningen.

Oosterpoortbuurt
The Social Hub Groningen
The Social Hub Groningen
3.5 out of 5
Boterdiep 9, Groningen
The price is NZ$127 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$127
3 Aug - 4 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! (620 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

The Social Hub Groningen
Leonardo Hotel Groningen
Leonardo Hotel Groningen
4 out of 5
Laan Van De Vrijheid 91, Groningen
The price is NZ$172 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$172
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Groningen. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (623 reviews)
"Nice Hotel in quiet location"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Groningen
Mercure City Groningen Martiniplaza Hotel
Mercure City Groningen Martiniplaza Hotel
4 out of 5
Expositielaan 7, Groningen
The price is NZ$154 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$154
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Groningen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (778 reviews)
"Fantastic service and nice room. Some weird things like no provided free water and no openable window but otherwise a great experience. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Mercure City Groningen Martiniplaza Hotel
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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! (25 reviews)
"cozy place at good location. Just a little noisy in the building, but I had a lovely stay."

Reviewed on 5 Mar. 2025

Marble Times
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
The Lion King
The Lion King
2 out of 5
94 Damsterdiep, Groningen, GR
Stay at this aparthotel in Groningen. Enjoy free WiFi, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Centrum Beeldende Kunst Groningen ...
The Lion King
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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

5/5(2 reviews)

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

4/5(2 reviews)

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

Euroborg

Catch an event at Euroborg during your trip to Groningen. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

Euroborg

Activities

Private BBQ Cruise Tour at Lake Paterswoldsemeer With Drinks

Private BBQ Cruise Tour at Lake Paterswoldsemeer With Drinks

NZ$878
per traveller
Private BBQ Cruise Tour at Lake Paterswoldsemeer With Drinks
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$878
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$48
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
Groningen: City canal cruise with unlimited drinks

Groningen: City canal cruise (with unlimited drinks)

NZ$81
per adult
Groningen: City canal cruise (with unlimited drinks)
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Cities near Groningen

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