Sint Maartenspoort Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Visit Sint Maartenspoort
Popular places to visit

Vrijthof
Be part of Maastricht’s café culture at this delightful town square, the largest in Maastricht and home to storied cathedrals, an elegant theatre and the city’s annual carnival.

Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Market during your trip to Maastricht. Experience the area's museums and art scene.

Basilica of Our Lady
This grand Romanesque church is home to some breath-taking architecture, an underground chamber of glittering artefacts, and a Virgin Mary statue that has attracted pilgrims for centuries.

St. Servaas Church
This lovely Romanesque church is located on the site where St. Servaas was buried in the fourth century. Visit its legendary crypt, admire its unique design and explore its impressive treasury.

Dominicanenkerk
This former church built in the 13th-century has been called the most beautiful bookstore in the world. View its stone vaulted ceilings and otherworldly light to understand why.

Centre Ceramique
Maastricht’s modern cultural centre is the perfect place to catch a show, read a book or learn about local history.
Activities

Maastricht: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Hoensbroek: Entry Ticket to Hoensbroek Castle

Maastricht: Highlights Tour with a local Guide

Maastricht Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour

Escape game in the city of Maastricht, The Alchemist

Self-Guided Secrets of Maastricht Exploration Game
Our pick of the best Sint Maartenspoort Hotel Deals

Van der Valk Sélys Liège Hotel & Spa
The room was dirty, the hallways were dirty, the staff was not interested at all to provide a pleasant customer experience. A stunning example is that staff took the elevator before us to transport dirty dishes. The breakfast was extremely messy with empty coffee machines, broken juice machines, ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

B&B Hotel Aachen-Hbf
Location
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Amrâth Grand Hotel de l'Empereur
Great location and facility
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Garner Hotel Maastricht by IHG
Convenient location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Novotel Aachen City
This was a very comfortable room,and all the staff were very helpful. There was no hand basin in the toilet in the room. Which is not sanitary. The breakfast was high standard. The downstairs bar was well stocked and the barman was welcoming.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Crowne Plaza Maastricht by IHG
Very nice staff, location and comfortable. Unfortunately they would not give points when from an Expedia reservation. Not sure why, but this would make me choose a different route.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sint Maartenspoort

Boschstraat Quarter
Historical sites, coffee shops and river views highlight some of the notable features of Boschstraat Quarter. Make a stop by 't Bassin while you're exploring.

Maastricht-Centre Urban District
Art galleries, churches and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Maastricht-Centre Urban District. Make a stop by Market or Dominicanenkerk while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Stokstraat Quarter
While visiting Stokstraat Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Basilica of Our Lady and Derlon.

Wyck
Unique features of Wyck include the bars and river views. Make a stop by Centre Ceramique or Bonnefanten Museum while you're exploring the area.

Binnenstad
Unique features of Binnenstad include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Vrijthof or Dominicanenkerk while you're exploring the area.

Staten Quarter
Shopping, historical sites and bars are some highlights of Staten Quarter. You might stop by Market or Dominicanenkerk while you're in the area.
