What to do in Maastricht

Activities, attractions and tours

Maastricht featuring a bridge, a river or creek and night scenes
Maastricht featuring a bridge, a river or creek and night scenes
Helpoort which includes a park as well as a couple
Maastricht featuring a bridge and a river or creek
Maastricht showing modern architecture, night scenes and a bridge

Maastricht Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Maastricht is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Maastricht to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Maastricht Attractions

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Recommended things to do in Maastricht

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What to do in Maastricht

Discover the most popular places to visit in Maastricht

Vrijthof showing a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Vrijthof

Visit Maastricht’s largest square to discover ancient churches and stylish houses overlooking an enticing array of cafés and restaurants.

Vrijthof
Market which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Market during your trip to Maastricht. Experience the area's museums and art scene.

Market
Basilica of Our Lady which includes interior views, a statue or sculpture and religious aspects

Basilica of Our Lady

Visit a statue that is said to have performed miracles and see a chamber full of ancient treasures at this stunning Romanesque church.

Basilica of Our Lady
St. Servaas Church which includes religious elements, a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

St. Servaas Church

Visit the crypt where the 4th-century remains of St. Servaas are buried and see the treasures that lie within this fine Romanesque church.

St. Servaas Church
Bonnefanten Museum which includes street scenes

Bonnefanten Museum

Browse a superb collection of contemporary art, and some old masterpieces too, in this iconic museum of groundbreaking design.

Bonnefanten Museum
Dominicanenkerk showing shopping and interior views as well as a large group of people

Dominicanenkerk

This former church built in the 13th-century has been called the most beautiful bookstore in the world. View its stone vaulted ceilings and otherworldly light to understand why.

Dominicanenkerk
Centre Ceramique showing street scenes and modern architecture

Centre Ceramique

Visit this striking modern building to attend an exhibition, take in a concert, read a book in the Reading Café and learn about Maastricht’s industrial past.

Centre Ceramique
St. Janskerk featuring religious aspects, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

St. Janskerk

Climb the oxblood-red tower of this medieval church for fantastic views over Maastricht and see the 13th-century frescos inside.

St. Janskerk
Helpoort which includes château or palace, street scenes and heritage elements

Helpoort

Visit the oldest-surviving town gate in the Netherlands to get a glimpse of Maastricht’s medieval past.

Helpoort

Explore areas of Maastricht

Basilica of Our Lady showing a garden, heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Maastricht-Centre Urban District

Art galleries, churches, and theaters highlight some of the noteworthy features of Maastricht-Centre Urban District. Make a stop by Market or Dominicanenkerk while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Maastricht-Centre Urban District
Basilica of Our Lady showing a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Binnenstad

5/5(4 area reviews)

Unique features of Binnenstad include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Vrijthof or Dominicanenkerk while you're exploring the area.

Binnenstad
Centre Ceramique featuring modern architecture and street scenes

Wyck

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Unique features of Wyck include the bars and river views. Make a stop by Centre Ceramique or Bonnefanten Museum while you're exploring the area.

Wyck
Helpoort which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

Jeker Quarter

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Unique features of Jeker Quarter include the coffeehouses and river views. Make a stop by Natural History Museum or Helpoort while you're exploring the area.

Jeker Quarter
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Randwijck

3/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Randwijck enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Maastricht Exhibition and Congress Centre is worth a stop.

Randwijck
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Villapark

While Villapark might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bonnefanten Museum and Maastricht Underground.

Villapark

 

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Day trip destinations from Maastricht

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Kanne

Eijsden Castle and its Vegetation in May

Eijsden

Beautiful lateral view of the Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament or Basilica of Meerssen, winter sunny day in the Proosdij park in south Limburg in the Netherlands Holland

Meerssen

Frequently asked questions

Is Maastricht worth visiting?
With a mix of shopping and festivals, there are plenty of things to do in Maastricht. When you're here, check out Maastricht Underground, a must-see attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Maastricht?
Once you've visited key attractions like Maastricht Underground and St. Pietersberg Caves, spend the rest of your day experiencing Maastricht's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Maastricht?
Maastricht Underground is one of the top tourist attractions in Maastricht and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Maastricht?
Three days in Maastricht is more than enough to visit the city's major highlights. Many travellers book for two days on average. Maastricht Underground, Museum aan het Vrijthof and St. Pietersberg Caves are highly rated sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a while longer to check off nearby hotspots like Aachen.
Is Maastricht a walkable city?
It depends on what you'd like to see and do in Maastricht. Several attractions, such as Maastricht Underground and Museum aan het Vrijthof, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Maastricht's neighbourhoods, Maastricht-Centre Urban District is 0.32 kilometres away from downtown, while Wyck is 0.97 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Maastricht with kids?
Deciding what to do in Maastricht with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or little ones, there's a range of family-friendly activities to keep everyone entertained here.

What to do in Maastricht for adults?
Bonbonnière and Derlon are just a couple of the things to do in Maastricht. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Maastricht?
One of the simplest ways to learn about free things to do in Maastricht is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can experience without opening your wallet. Mount Saint Peter is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.

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