Discover the surroundings

Just a 5-minute walk away is the old harbor of Monnickendam, where you can discover several cozy restaurants. The recreational area 'Hemmeland' is a 20-minute walk away, ideal for a relaxing walk and a refreshing dip in the water. 10 minutes away by car is the Theetuin in Overleek, where you can enjoy a delicious lunch and take a relaxing boat ride in an electric whisper boat. Amsterdam is easily accessible within 20 minutes by public transportation. Also explore nearby Edam, Volendam, Marken (10-15 minutes by car) and Haarlem (40 minutes away), all of which are worth visiting.

Our suggestions:

• Visit the old city center of Monnickendam and discover its many unique gable stones. Take a walk and relax in 'Hemmeland'
• Visit Edam, Volendam and Zeevang, each with its own unique atmosphere and history
• Take the ferry from Volendam to Marken and visit the iconic 1839 lighthouse, wooden houses on stilts and beautiful surroundings
• Visit rural and picturesque Broek in Waterland. It is a watery area with beautiful wooden houses. Rent a whisper boat or a SUP board
• Visit the Theetuin in Overleek and rent an electric whisper boat via theetuinoverleek.nl
• Explore Amsterdam's 'Jordaan' area and take a canal cruise
• Visit the 12 windmills at 'Zaanse Schans'
• Take a walk through 'Twiske' or one of the many other beautiful routes in 'Laag Holland'
• Rent a bicycle, e-chopper or e-scooter from www.rent-event.nl and cycle through the area
• Visit the Zuiderzee Museum and Enkhuizen

Do you have more time? Then also visit Alkmaar, Hoorn, Haarlem, Delft and/or Utrecht.

Activities for rainy weather:

• Visit the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Amsterdam Museum
• Go shopping in the '9 streets' in Amsterdam
• Visit the cheese farm and clog factory Alida Hoeve in Volendam
• Relax at the Fort Beemster Spa & Wellness
• Go to the movies at The Movies or Pathé in Amsterdam
• Visit the Teylers Museum and Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem