🇳🇱 Haarlem: The Perfect Dutch Escape for Your Soul

✨ Where classic charm meets modern romance ✨ Just 15 minutes by train 🚞 from Amsterdam, Haarlem is one of the Netherlands' oldest and most enchanting cities—famous for its tulips (earning it the nickname "Flower City" 🌷) and as a filming location for the movie "Daisy." Stroll past quaint cafés ☕, medieval architecture, ancient churches, bustling weekend markets, and picturesque canals with iconic windmills. It’s all the Dutch charm of Amsterdam—but quieter, cozier, and full of surprises. 🚆 Getting There Buy tickets via NS app or at station machines (*+€1 fee*). Standard fare: €4.90 (2nd class) Pro tip: If you have a discount card, activate joint-journey for 40% off! Once there, just walk—follow the crowds to the stunning St. Bavo Church ⛪ and lively Grote Markt. 🍽️ Eat & Drink 📍 Queen’s Tearoom 🫖 Must-try: Scones + afternoon tea set (book ahead on weekends!) Kruisstraat 31—also lined with cute boutiques for leisurely browsing. 📍 Street Food at Grote Markt 🐟 Dutch Snack Trio: Kibbeling (fried fish bites) Bitterballen (crunchy meatballs) Haring (raw herring—love it or hate it!) 🌟 Top Attractions 1️⃣ St. Bavo Church ⛪ A Gothic masterpiece with serene interiors—perfect for quiet reflection. 2️⃣ Grote Markt 🌸 Buy fresh flowers, local treats, and soak in the vibe. 3️⃣ Teylers Museum 🖼️ The oldest museum in the Netherlands! Free with a Museumkaart. Highlights: Master paintings, fossils, ancient coins, and rare books. 4️⃣ Haarlem Souvenirs 🛍️ A treasure trove of quirky Dutch gifts (think vintage coffee grinders!). 💭 Why You’ll Love Haarlem "It’s not a place to rush—it’s a place to be." Tulip history 🌷 + canal-side windmills 🌾 + hidden courtyards 🏡 #NetherlandsTravel #HiddenGems #Haarlem #SlowTravel #DutchAfternoonTea