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Groningen Adventure: 5 Days on a Budget

Discover Groningen's charm without breaking the bank.

21 June 2023

A trip to Groningen, Netherlands on a limited budget is definitely possible, so don’t let money constraints hold you back! Stay in a budget hostel or Airbnb, explore the city on foot or rent a bike, and take advantage of the many free activities including exploring the historic city center, visiting local parks and museums, and enjoying the vibrant nightlife with affordable drink specials.

Travel plan

• Check in to your hotel at Simplon Jongerenhotel, a budget-friendly accommodation located in the heart of Groningen.
• Start your day by exploring the historic city center on foot. Head to the Grote Markt and admire the impressive Martini Tower.
• Pop in to the Groninger Museum to see impressive contemporary art installations.
• Visit the Noorderplantsoen park and enjoy a picnic in the sunshine.
• Savour a Dutch meal at De Smederij, a charming restaurant with a traditional atmosphere. Try the stamppot, a hearty dish typically consisting of mashed potatoes, vegetables, and sausage.

• Rent a bike from Bike Basics and explore the city as a true local.
• Cruise along the Hoornse Meer lake and take a dip.
• Visit the Dutch Comics Museum located in a charming 17th-century building.
• Head to the Stadsschouwburg Groningen and attend a performance.
• End your day with a drink at Het Pakhuis, a cozy bar offering a great selection of local beers.

• Take a bus to the Reitdiep Valley and explore the scenic countryside.
• Visit the Zuidwolde windmill and discover how it works.
• Stop at the Blauwe Stad and enjoy a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters.
• Check out the impressive Menkemaborg, a 17th-century castle located in Uithuizen.
• Head back to Groningen and have a street food experience at De Drie Gezusters.

• Visit the Thermen de Binnenmaas, a thermal bath located just outside the city.
• Take a stroll around the beautiful Prinsentuin, a tranquil garden in the heart of Groningen.
• Enjoy a glass of wine at the Pernikkel, a cozy wine bar with a relaxed atmosphere.
• Head for a bite to eat at De Kleine Moghul, where you can sample a delicious Indian buffet.
• Catch a movie at the Forum Groningen, a sleek and modern cinema complex.

• Check out the Tank of Tegenstellingen, a colorful mural painted on a historic water tower.
• Visit the Infoversum, a unique dome-shaped cinema showing fantastic 3D films.
• Take a coffee break at the Kapitein Hoofdmann, a quirky café with a vintage vibe.
• Discover the Miniature Museum, a tiny museum showcasing miniature artworks.
• Wrap up your stay with a visit to the famous Groninger Bierbrouwerij, and try some of the city's best brews.