Looking for an inspiring summer holiday outing for the whole family, or a peaceful day away from the city? Set off on an adventure at Voorlinden in Wassenaar this summer! A visit to the museum, the estate and the surrounding nature offers an unforgettable day out with friends or family. Here, you can combine modern art with walking, relaxation and culinary treats, right in the green heart of South Holland.
Museum Voorlinden is open daily from 11:00 to 17:00, including during school holidays, making it an ideal summer holiday destination in the greater The Hague region.
Surprising art
Wondering what to do during the summer holidays in South Holland? Museum Voorlinden is the place for a cultural day out with children, friends or family. The museum always presents several exhibitions featuring work by internationally renowned contemporary artists such as William Forsythe and Julio Le Parc, as well as talented newcomers.
This summer, you can visit the collection exhibition Stillness in the storm, featuring works by international artists including Anish Kapoor and Marina Abramović. Voorlinden’s collection consists of modern and contemporary art that stimulates, surprises and invites wonder. From sensory paintings to impressive sculptures and installations — art is meant to be experienced here, by young and old alike, and no prior knowledge is needed.
Now on display: Zepelin de Acero by Julio Le Parc. Photo: Antoine van Kaam
Experience the Highlights of Voorlinden
The famous Highlights of Museum Voorlinden are on display all year round and make a visit to the museum during the summer holidays extra special. Think of: Swimming Pool by Leandro Erlich, Open Ended by Richard Serra and Couple under an Umbrella by Ron Mueck. Each and every one of these artworks is truly experiential art – you have to experience them to understand them. These works are often a big surprise for families with children too!
tickets summer holidaysCulinary delights
After a walk or a museum visit, you’ll naturally want to unwind. At the restaurant and at the pavilion In ’t Groen, you can enjoy a delicious lunch, coffee and cake, or a drink in the sunshine. Whether you opt for a quiet terrace surrounded by greenery, a sheltered spot indoors, or a leisurely lunch after your museum visit, Voorlinden is the perfect place for a relaxing summer day out away from the city.
Relax and unwind at the pavilion In ‘t Groen. Photos; Bram Vreugdenhil
Walks on the Voorlinden estate and the Wassenaar dunes
A walk during the summer holidays is the ideal outing for nature lovers and those seeking peace and quiet. The Voorlinden estate lies on the edge of the Wassenaar Dunes and is freely accessible. Around the museum, you can stroll through the Piet Oudolf Garden, a unique living artwork with more than sixty species of perennials and ornamental grasses – worth visiting all year round.
From the museum, you can take a walk of about 45 minutes through woodland, dune meadows and the dune landscape of Voorlinden. From the highest dune, you can see the North Sea on a clear day, and along the way you’ll encounter the impressive Anselm Kiefer’s towers.
The unpaved path eventually leads you back to the museum – perfect for combining walking and culture during the summer holidays.
Dogs are welcome on the estate, provided they are kept on a lead to protect wildlife and birds.
Visiting Voorlinden during the summer holidays: practical information
- Museum Voorlinden is open every day from 11am to 5pm, including school holidays.
- The restaurant is also open every day of the year from 10.30am to 6pm.
- Pavilion In ‘t Groen is located behind the museum. It is open every Saturday and Sunday in summer (weather and events permitting). The estate is always accessible.
You can buy admission tickets online or at the museum ticket desk.
You can find more practical information here.
Tip for those seeking true tranquillity: Silence on socks
Want to avoid the crowds during the summer holidays? Then choose a visit during the Silence on socks-hour. Every Saturday and Sunday morning between 10.00 and 11.00 (including public holidays), you can visit the museum in complete silence.
Tickets for Silence on socks are available exclusively online in advance.
