What to do in Maastricht

Activities, attractions and tours
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Places to Visit in Maastricht

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Top places to visit

1. Vrijthof

No trip to Maastricht is complete without a visit to the Vrijthof, the city’s largest square and certainly one of its most picturesque. This lovely, tree-lined square is paved with cobblestones and ringed with a mixture of grand historical monuments and stylish houses. Visit one of the city’s remarkable churches, catch a show at the Vrijthof Theatre, or simply sit back and watch the world go by from a café table.
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2. St. Servaas Church

St. Servaas, also known as St. Servatius, was an Armenian missionary who went on to be the first bishop of Maastricht. The city’s first stone churches were built after his arrival, and so a small church was built on the spot where he was buried in 384. Continually enlarged and rebuilt over the years, partly to accommodate the many pilgrims that flock to St. Servaas’ grave each year, that small church became the imposing Romanesque structure that stands there today.
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St. Servaas Church which includes a church or cathedral, religious elements and a statue or sculpture

3. Bonnefanten Museum

The Bonnefanten Museum is home to one of the finest art collections in the Netherlands. In this striking Aldo Rossi-designed building, you will find modern and contemporary art exhibitions, with a focus on work from the area. A range of archaeological finds and a top-class sculpture collection are also on display.
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Bonnefanten Museum showing street scenes

4. Basilica of Our Lady

Maastricht’s awe-inspiring Basilica of Our Lady (Onze Lieve Vrouwebasiliek) is a deeply historical attraction. Pay a visit to this dark, enchanting place, parts of which are over a thousand years old. The basilica is renowned for being home to the Star of the Sea chapel, where a wooden statue of Mary has drawn pilgrims from all over Europe over the course of many centuries. Admire the church’s mighty façade, explore its interior and look upon the splendid artefacts on display in the basilica’s Treasury.
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Basilica of Our Lady featuring religious aspects, a statue or sculpture and interior views

5. Centre Ceramique

The Centre Céramique was designed to be a new urban meeting place for the city of Maastricht, a city with a proud industrial past and a vibrant cultural present. This bold, modern building sits right in the cultural heart of the city, nestled in between the historic town centre and the hip Céramique district.
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Centre Ceramique which includes street scenes and modern architecture

Discover the most popular places to visit in Maastricht

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Vrijthof

5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Vrijthof
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St. Servaas Church

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

St. Servaas Church
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Market

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Market
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Bonnefanten Museum

Visit this modern art museum to see great works both inside and out. Works from old masters as well as local artists are housed in an eye-catching building.

Bonnefanten Museum
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Basilica of Our Lady

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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.

Basilica of Our Lady
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Centre Ceramique

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

Centre Ceramique
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Stadhuis

After visiting Stadhuis, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Maastricht. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

Stadhuis
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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.

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St. Janskerk

Climb the oxblood-red tower of this medieval church for fantastic views over Maastricht and see the 13th-century frescos inside.

St. Janskerk

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Basilica of Our Lady featuring a church or cathedral, heritage elements and a garden

Maastricht-Centre Urban District

4/5(1 area review)

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

Maastricht-Centre Urban District
Basilica of Our Lady showing a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Binnenstad

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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

Binnenstad
Centre Ceramique showing street scenes and modern architecture

Wyck

5/5(2 area reviews)

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

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Randwijck

Visitors to Randwijck enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Maastricht Exhibition and Congress Centre is worth a stop.

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Statenkwartier

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

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Heugum

Heugum is noteworthy for its river views, and you can plan an outing to Mount Saint Peter and Maastricht Exhibition and Congress Centre while you're in town.

Heugum

Day trip destinations from Maastricht

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