Madurodam Should Be on Every Traveller’s Bucket List! Here’s Why

This time when you visit Netherlands, and like the very classic traveller land at Amsterdam, we urge you to step away from the chicness of the capital and head to The Hague. Why? Well, because The Hague is home to Madurodam — which yes, is a miniature park, and a one-of-a-kind tourist attraction! Where else would you find the beautiful 1:25 scale replicas of famous Dutch landmarks that also, by the way, showcase the development of the rich heritage over a passage of time?

So, here are the top attractions in Madurodam, that will steal your heart away!

A Pool of Activities

While Madurodam offers a plethora of exciting experiences, we highly recommend the following:

• You can head to the port of Rotterdam and get into the shoes of a real port worker while loading/unloading mighty containers on a cargo ship, or turn into an engineer who can operate the storm surge barrier and prevent the city from flooding.
• Up for witnessing the miniatures of the old museum tram and the Randstand railway in action? You can do that here too!
• Football fanatics, here’s a treat for you! Head to Zo Groot Is Oranje and feel the vibes of being a part of the legendary Dutch national team. You can flaunt some powerful kicks at the skill zone, enjoy a match with your friends, explore the dressing room of the team and so much more.   
• Time to travel back in time at The Court of the Netherlands! Catch the show that starts in every 5 minutes to witness some of the historical moments from the First Assembly of the Free States.
• You must have savoured cheese before, but do you know how much you weigh in cheeses? Well, at Madudoram you can! Hop on the cheese scales here and check how many blocks of cheese are you equivalent to.

Technology at Its Best 

You can amp up your cool quotient at the park with several cool gadgets available there. Make use of the digital screens handed over to you to enhance your experience here. These high-tech devices help provide a rich multimedia experience, as you get to learn the story behind each eminent edifice of history!

The Themed Arenas

The park has been divided into several distinct sections, each flaunting a theme of its own. These include:

•    VindingRjik – It showcases how the Netherlands has become a source of inspiration, and primarily focuses on design, entertainment, Dutch architecture, and cutting edge innovation.

•    StedenRjik – It focuses on the old town centers, that showcase the local culture.

•    WaterRjik – It exhibits a program on the effects of water, as it turns to a foe and a friend.

•    Wereldkijker – It is dedicated to the many accomplishments of the Dutch, highlighting what transformed their small country into a significant force.

Tasty Treats

Once done exploring the many fascinating attractions here, trot your way to trying snacks, ice-creams, sandwiches, and hot meals at the Taste of Holland Restaurant. There’s also a kids’ corner here, where your little ones can play and watch movies too.

Panorama Café, seated between two playgrounds, is also a great place to grab a quick bite. You will love their collection of wines, beers and juices. 

Both the restaurants are accessible for wheelchair users.

Fact File

Here’s your handy fact file while visiting Madurodam:

1)    You can use the free Wi-Fi network of the park.

2)    While pets are not permitted in the park, dog owners can leave their dogs at the free kennels. However, prior reservations are recommended.

4)    You can use the lockers free of charge for storing your valuables.

5)    Free wheelchairs are available.

6)    Indoor attractions are shown to the differently-abled people by the attraction operators.

7)    A braille map of Madurodam can also be requested by visually impaired people from the library service.

8)    A companion with wheelchair users can gain free entry.

9)    13/18 activities are accessible to wheelchair users, with 5 of them being just a step away.

•    Plane Spotting

•    Wind Turbines

•    Learn to fly

•    Be a train driver

•    Oosterschelde Barrier

10)    You can also find your lost items via the iLost Alert.

How to Reach?

Madurodam can be reached by car or public transport and is only 45 minutes away from Amsterdam. We recommend you to dock at the beach in Scheveningen while the nearest airport is Rotterdam the Hague Airport.

Opening Hours:

Open on all days of the week. Check the time slots for specific attractions on the website.

Tickets

•    Entry is free for kids between up to 2 years of age.

•    If you book online, it may come out to be cheaper, and you shall directly receive your tickets per mail

•    You can get a € 3 discount on day tickets

•    Day ticket - € 16,50 (€ 3, -)

•    Day ticket with family and friends - € 58,50 (3+1 free)

•    Combi ticket Sea Life - € 23,50

Haven’t your interests gone up a notch higher? Check, book, pack, and head to Madurodam today!

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