Day trip: 24h in Nijmegen
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In the city & nature
Strolling along the shores of the Waal river or paddling on your bike? In Nijmegen there are plenty of opportunities to move. Explore your options.
A deep dive into history or relaxing in a steaming hot tub, strolling down the oldest shopping street in the Netherlands or along the Waal river, biking or golfing, or maybe just sitting back and relaxing with some drinks – it’s normal to be confronted with these kinds of dilemmas in Nijmegen. Whether you like cycling, walking, swimming, skating, golfing, bowling or climbing, Nijmegen is the ideal place for those who can’t sit still – but also a great place to relax!
10:00: start your day with a cup of coffee
What could be better than starting your day in Nijmegen with a delicious cup of coffee? Go to PUCK speciality coffee and choose your favourite flavour: fruity or nutty. Haven’t eaten yet? Try one of their delicious breakfasts.
12:00: get out and about
Take a walk through the historic city centre by following the green line or explore the surrounding nature reserves. Did you know you can go on lovely walks in the greenery surrounding the Waalstad? Stroll along the waterfront past Polish Koniks and wild cattle.
14:00: time for lunch
You must be hungry after a long hike. Take a seat at the Blonde Pater for a great lunch! Talk about everything you’ve seen together and make plans for the next couple of hours
15:00: discover our Roman past
What was it like to live as a gladiator, knowing every day could be your last, and being worshipped by 50,000 people? Valkhof Museum will take you to ancient Rome, with the best of Roman Holland, a colourful collection of modern art, and a wonderful collection of ancient art. They pay lots of attention to Nijmegen’s illustrious history with Charlemagne’s Valkhof castle. Learn all about the Roman army and everyday life when Nijmegen was the largest Roman city in the Netherlands!
More about Nijmegen's Roman history
17:00: recovering after your tour through history
All that information about the Romans need to sink in – and the best way to do that? Settling down in a nice bar or restaurant. There are plenty of great eateries close to Valkhof Museum, like Credible and ‘t Hoogstraatje. Did you know you can also spend a night at Credible? If you want to extend your stay, ask if they have room available.
19:00: dining out in Nijmegen
Walk towards the Waalkade and you’ll find plenty of restaurants where you can sit down and have dinner. At Grand Café de Waterwolf, you overlook not just the Waal river, but also the artwork at the Waterwolf and the Aquanaut. This way, you’ll learn a bit more about Nijmegen, too.
The best restaurants - Something for everyone
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12 places to eat ice cream in Nijmegen
12 places to eat ice cream in Nijmegen
From vanilla to lemon and from chocolate to mint: there’s a lot of ice cream out there, and a lot of parlours. You’re sure to score some delicious ice cream at these locations:
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9x breakfast spots in Nijmegen
9x breakfast spots in Nijmegen
It's morning and you're in the mood for a delicious breakfast, but chances are you don't feel like whipping something up yourself. Fortunately, there are plenty of places where you can get a take-out breakfast! We’ve listed some of them for you.
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5x Mexican restaurants in Nijmegen
5x Mexican restaurants in Nijmegen
Mexico is the country of chili peppers, corn, tacos, and tortillas. Does that get you excited? Then you’re in luck, because there are no less than five restaurants in Nijmegen where you can eat real Mexican cuisine. We’ve listed the real hotspots for you.
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10x places to eat tapas in Nijmegen
10x places to eat tapas in Nijmegen
Looking to enjoy an evening of tapas with friends, family or colleagues? We have selected the best tapas restaurants in Nijmegen for you! Enjoy!
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5x places to eat sushi in Nijmegen
5x places to eat sushi in Nijmegen
Are you a real sushi lover? Then you’re in luck, because Nijmegen is bursting with sushi restaurants. Whether your favourite is nigiri, temaki or maki, at these 5 restaurants you’re in the right place!
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8x vegetarian restaurants in Nijmegen
8x vegetarian restaurants in Nijmegen
What are the best places to eat vegetarian dishes? There are a lot of good ones in Nijmegen. We have made a list of a few vegetarian restaurants for you:
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5 places to eat burgers in Nijmegen
5 places to eat burgers in Nijmegen
A hamburger is great, no matter time or place! Add fries or a drink to make it even better… Fancy a burger? These places in Nijmegen make a mean one:
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12x spots for lunch and dinner with kids in Nijmegen
12x spots for lunch and dinner with kids in Nijmegen
You can eat great lunches and/or dinners with your kids at… We’ve put together 12 tips for you! Bon appetit and have fun!
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7x Asian restaurants in Nijmegen
7x Asian restaurants in Nijmegen
Are you looking for something other than stew or a veggie burger? Spend an evening dining on Indian, Indonesian or Thai cuisine! We’ve put together a list of Asian restaurants that’ll make your mouth water.
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13 places to drink coffee in the centre of Nijmegen
13 places to drink coffee in the centre of Nijmegen
There’s a coffee shop on every corner of the city. Are you grumpy in the mornings if you don’t breathe in the warm aroma of coffee? Or are you just looking to discover a new coffee shop? Read this list and plop down at one of these locations.
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Sweet and savory: 8 spots for a delicious high tea
Sweet and savory: 8 spots for a delicious high tea
Are you a lover of tea and looking for the best high tea spots in Nijmegen? You’re in luck! Nijmegen has a lot of locations to enjoy scones, sandwiches, quiches, and different kinds of tea. Discover our favorite places here:
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15 places to eat for cheap
15 places to eat for cheap
Eating out is always nice, but you might not have the money to eat at luxury restaurants. Sometimes you just want to eat for a cheaper price! Try out the following restaurants:
22:00: going back to your hotel room
After such an active day, you’re probably more than ready for a good night’s sleep. Did you forget to ask Credible if they have spare room? No worries, there are plenty of locations to sleep the night away in a king-size bed.
Discover Nijmegen’s hotels
Whether you fancy a weekend for just the two of you or a mini-holiday for the whole family, you’ll always find a place to sleep in Nijmegen. Choose a hotel close to the centre or unwind just outside of it. Nijmegen has many fine hotels and we’re here to help you pick one.
10:00: breakfast before departure
No breakfast service at your hotel? No problem! There are plenty of breakfast places in Nijmegen. Early birds can go to Smaakrijk of Fika – but if you prefer to eat breakfast a little later, you can try out Yoghurt Barn, Katten Café Baltazar or Gesha.
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Highlights
Highlights
Immerse yourself in Nijmegen and walk past all the sights that tell you the story of the oldest city in the Netherlands. Head in the direction of the Honigcomplex, stay in the city and walk through the oldest shopping street, or go to Valkhofpark.
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Shopping
Shopping
Shopping is great in the inner city of Nijmegen! Whether you are looking for something for yourself, a gift for a friend, or fun toys for the children. Nijmegen has it all.
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Things to do
Things to do
Whether you come to Nijmegen to pull an all-nighter or to kick back and relax for an afternoon. Enjoying an exposition or picking fruit at a farm. The dawn of every Nijmegen day offers a range of new surprising activities and events.