11 BEST Places to See & Things to Do in Delft (+Map & Tips) fullsuitcase.com

What to see and do in Delft (Netherlands): top sights and attractions + map, info, and useful tips for first-time visitors.

Thinking of visiting Delft in the Netherlands and wondering what there is to see and do in Delft, or if it’s even worth a visit? In this guide, we share a brief overview of the main landmarks and top places to see in Delft for first-time visitors.

With its old canals, lots of historic monuments, interesting museums, and cozy atmosphere, Delft is one of the most charming towns in the Netherlands. So if you ask me if Delft is worth a visit, the answer is yes, absolutely. We live just an hour’s drive from Delft and the first time we visited, I couldn’t believe how nice it is (or understand why it took us so long to discover it!).

World-famous for the ‘Delft Blue’ porcelain, Delft is also the hometown of Johannes Vermeer, one of Holland’s most renowned painters. But there is more to see and do in Delft and the town deserves a place in any Netherlands trip itinerary.

In this article, we focus mostly on the most important sights and top things to do in Delft for first-time visitors. For each place, we include some practical tips and information for your visit, and you will also find a map of the top places to see in Delft.