Geithoorn things to do include many activities that highlight the unique design of the city. Dubbed as the Venice of the North, the city is filled with a series of canals and much of the activity here centers around them with boat and walking tours exploring their pathways.

Outdoor Activities in Geithoorn

Most of the activities in Geithoorn are closely related to exploring the unusual landscape of the area. A great way to do this is to take a bike trip through the city and surrounding countryside. Pass by the canals and lake to find the tiny village of Geithoorn and continue on to see beautiful ponds, wildlife and the straw roof houses that are dotted throughout the countryside. Stop at a local bar and enjoy a nice cold beer to finish your journey.

There is also the option to rent a boat on your trip to Geithoorn. Explore the local lake and spend an afternoon on the water to get a feel for the slow life here in Geithoorn. If you don't want to man the boat yourself, there are a couple boat tour options that will take you on a tour of the canals throughout the city complete with history and commentary throughout.

Explore Histo-Mobil for a look at some great old cars and motorcycles. This small museum is open daily between March 1 and October 31 and provides a nice look at the car and its historical uses in Geithoorn.

The Museum 't Old Maat Uus is also a nice place to stop and learn some local history, including how the inhabitants of Geithoorn have lived for the last 100 years. Open from April to October, this is a great living history museum complete with a renovated farm and team of volunteers working on it and guiding guests through the history of the area.

The Museum de Oude Aarde is a nice family friendly museum with gemstones and fossils for viewing and exploration. The adjoining store sells many minerals that make great souvenirs of your trip to the area. This museum makes a great stop on a bike ride or afternoon stroll through the city.

Enjoy the small town of Geithoorn and its unique environs on your next trip to the Netherlands and experience this lovely city and its beautiful canals.