Scheveningen, The Hague | Top 100 Bikini Destinations
THE HAGUE, SOUTH HOLLAND / NETHERLANDS
Follow the sea air.
Scheveningen
A broad North Sea shore, a pier on the horizon and The Hague a tram ride inland.
Plan your beach day ↘TOP 150 BIKINI DESTINATIONS / SOUTH HOLLAND
The city opens
onto the sea.
Scheveningen is The Hague’s seaside district. The main resort beach runs beside a promenade, with the pier projecting over the North Sea and the Kurhaus behind the sand.
Choose a beach morning when the wind suits you, ask the lifeguard where to enter the water, and leave time for a museum or a meal in town. A dry layer belongs in your bag even in summer.
ON THE WORLD MAP
On the Dutch North Sea coast.
Scheveningen, The Hague, South Holland
01 / GETTING THERE
Come through The Hague.
HTM tram at Den Haag Centraal on the route toward Scheveningen
HTM tram at Den Haag Centraal on the route toward Scheveningen.
Photo: Rob Dammers · CC BY 2.0 · Display cropGet around The Hague
The promenade is walkable; use a tram or bicycle for the city. Park bikes in a designated rack or guarded Biesieklette facility and keep clear of tram tracks.
On the beach
North Sea currents and cold water need respect. Swim where a lifeguard is on duty, follow the flags and stay away from harbor walls. Beach status ↗
02 / BEACH ESSENTIALS
Know before you go.
A city beach with food and toilets along the resort frontage. Access onto the loose sand still takes planning.
01 / HOW TO GET THERE
From Kurhaus to the shore
Follow the signed approach from the Kurhaus tram stop to the promenade and beach. Paid parking is available inland; on busy days, public transport avoids the search for a space.
HTM journey planning ↗02 / BEACH ACCESS
Choose an accessible approach
Summer concrete beach paths and beach-wheelchair rental help with the loose sand. Reserve an appropriate chair with Biesieklette and confirm the pickup point and assistance you need.
03 / THE SAND
Wide, pale sand
The beach has loose dry sand above a firmer tidal strip. Sand can blow across the promenade in wind. Stay clear of equipment zones and keep a safe distance from harbor structures.
04 / FOOD & WATER
Eat along the frontage
Beach pavilions offer meals and drinks, with seasonal opening that varies by operator. Carry water for a long walk and check whether your chosen venue accepts your card before ordering.
05 / CHAIRS & UMBRELLAS
Ask the beach pavilion
Some pavilions rent loungers or provide sheltered seating. Check availability directly; do not assume a chair or umbrella is included with a drink. Bring a towel, sun protection and a wind-resistant layer.
06 / RESTROOMS & SHOWERS
Use a named facility
Tourism information lists toilets at the Palace Promenade, the boulevard near Sea Life and Biesieklette locations. Opening and any charge vary. Confirm showers or changing facilities locally.
03 / THE BEACH
A day at Scheveningen.
The boulevard and beach at Scheveningen
The boulevard and beach at Scheveningen.
Photo: Nieuweboulevard · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Display crop01 / MORNING
Start with the promenade
Arrive before the main lunchtime rush and take a look at the sea before setting down your towel.
02 / BY THE WATER
Ask about the flags
Use a supervised swimming area. A quiet-looking patch of sea can still have a current.
03 / ON THE SAND
Make room for the wind
Keep loose belongings secured and leave space around organized surf lessons.
04 / LATER
Take the tram into town
A museum visit or a walk around the Hofvijver makes a useful second half of the day.
On a calm summer day, leave time for a supervised swim and a beach lunch. If wind or rain changes your plans, head inland for a museum. Surf lessons need a qualified school, suitable equipment and conditions matched to your ability.
04 / NEARBY BEACHES
Four other stretches of coast.
These are separate beach access points, from the dunes south of the harbor to Wassenaarse Slag farther northeast. Treat harbor crossings as a road journey.
Zuiderstrand
A dune-backed shore south of Scheveningen’s harbor. The quieter setting makes a different outing from the central resort beach.
- Best for
- A dune walk and a separate pavilion lunch
- Facilities
- Beach pavilions and seasonal facilities at access points
- Good to know
- Go around the harbor by road; never attempt a crossing along a breakwater.
Kijkduin
A beach resort beside dunes and the Deltaplein area. Use the signed access from the square.
- Best for
- A walk with a compact resort base
- Facilities
- Restaurants and an accessible toilet facility at Strandtent 14
- Good to know
- Some ramps are steep; confirm the approach that suits you.
Wassenaarse Slag
A coastal access near Wassenaar, with sand, dunes and beach pavilions.
- Best for
- A separate coastal day trip
- Facilities
- Seasonal pavilions and parking near the beach access
- Good to know
- Check local signs, supervised zones and return transport.
Noorderstrand / Zwarte Pad
The northern continuation of Scheveningen’s beach, with dune approaches and seasonal pavilions.
- Best for
- A longer shore walk
- Facilities
- Seasonal pavilions; facilities vary by access
- Good to know
- Keep to marked dune routes and check the staffed swimming area.
Distances are approximate straight-line distances from Scheveningen, not walking or driving routes. Facilities change by season, so check on the day.
05 / MUST-SEE PLACES
Three ways to spend an inland afternoon.
01 / CENTRUM / HOFVIJVER
Mauritshuis
A compact museum beside the Hofvijver, with Dutch and Flemish painting. Book a suitable entry slot and check the current displays.
Plan a Mauritshuis visit ↗02 / ZEEHELDENKWARTIER / ZEESTRAAT
Panorama Mesdag
Step indoors for a painted panorama of nineteenth-century Scheveningen. Check access arrangements if stairs or mobility aids affect your visit.
Plan a Panorama Mesdag visit ↗03 / SCHEVENINGEN / WESTDUINPARK
Westduinpark
Walk the marked routes through the dunes between Scheveningen and Kijkduin. Keep your distance from grazing cattle and follow access signs.
Official park visitor information ↗EXPLORE THE AREA
Scheveningen and The Hague.
The pin marks the main beach near the Kurhaus. Follow the promenade along the shore and use the city’s tram network for inland visits.
Open the interactive map ↗BEYOND THE BEACH
The Hague behind the beach.
A harbor, an old city center and protected dunes give the shore a wider setting.
The Mauritshuis and Binnenhof beside the Hofvijver in The Hague
The Mauritshuis and Binnenhof beside the Hofvijver in The Hague.
Photo: OSeveno · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Display crop
Autumn trees along Lange Voorhout in The Hague
Autumn trees along Lange Voorhout in The Hague.
Photo: Sneeuwvlakte · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Display crop
The sailing vessel Fantastiko in Scheveningen harbor
The sailing vessel Fantastiko in Scheveningen harbor.
Photo: Michielverbeek · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Display crop
Highland cattle resting in Westduinpark in The Hague
Highland cattle resting in Westduinpark in The Hague.
Photo: Trougnouf (Benoit Brummer) · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Display crop06 / SIX HOTELS
Find your base.
STATIONSBUURT
Stayokay Den Haag
$ Budget · Check the current shared-room or private-room quote in EUR.
Shared and private rooms near Den Haag HS suit a city-based trip. This is an inland base; use public transport to reach Scheveningen.
Stayokay Den Haag official site ↗CENTRUM / PARKSTRAAT
easyHotel The Hague City Centre
$ Budget · Choose dates for the current room rate in EUR; extras are charged separately.
Compact en-suite rooms on Parkstraat suit a trip split between town and coast. Take the tram to the beach rather than expecting a seaside location.
easyHotel The Hague City Centre official site ↗SCHEVENINGEN DORP / SEINPOSTDUIN
Boulevard Hotel
$$ Mid-Range · Check the direct nightly quote in EUR for your room type.
A family hotel built on a dune above the boulevard. Choose it for the old village and the beachfront, and check steps and room access before booking.
Boulevard Hotel official site ↗STATENKWARTIER / GEUZENKWARTIER
B-aparthotel Kennedy
$$ Mid-Range · Check the current room or apartment quote in EUR.
Rooms and apartments on Stadhoudersplantsoen offer an inland base near the museum district. A kitchenette can help on a longer stay; continue to the beach by local transport.
B-aparthotel Kennedy official site ↗SCHEVENINGEN HAVEN
Inntel Hotels Den Haag Marina Beach
$$$ Upscale · Check the direct nightly rate and tourist tax in EUR.
At the harbor end of the beachfront, with a pool and wellness facilities. It suits a shore-focused stay, but the pier and Kurhaus are farther along the promenade.
Inntel Hotels Den Haag Marina Beach official site ↗SCHEVENINGEN BAD
Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus
$$$$ Luxury · Published seasonal offer from €75 per person per night with breakfast; check occupancy, dates and taxes.
The historic hotel stands above the main resort beach, with an on-site restaurant and spa. Choose it for access to the sand and a room near the Kurhaus tram stop.
Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus official site ↗
WHEN TO GO
Choose the day you want.
Summer offers longer evenings and a fuller beach-pavilion season. Spring and fall suit shore walks with layers; winter calls for a short weather-aware outing. Check the wind and sea forecast before planning a swim. Climate normals ↗
07 / FOOD, LANGUAGE & LOCAL LIFE
From sand to table.
The harbor entrance at Scheveningen
The harbor entrance at Scheveningen.
Photo: Branko Collin from The Netherlands · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Display cropWhat to order
Try herring or kibbeling at the harbor, or a croquette sandwich in town. The Hague also has a long-established Indonesian dining culture; ask how many people a rijsttafel is intended to feed.
Local habits
Put on a shirt and dry clothes before going into town. Keep bicycle lanes clear, watch for trams and ask before adding a tip or splitting a bill.
A LITTLE DUTCH
Useful on the beach and in town.
- Goedemorgen
- Good morning
- Dank u wel
- Thank you
- Waar is de tramhalte?
- Where is the tram stop?
- De rekening, alstublieft
- The bill, please
SIX RESTAURANTS
Where to eat.
VISSERSHAVEN
Simonis aan de Haven
$ Budget · Check the current menu in EUR; a small fish portion differs from a full seafood meal.
Choose kibbeling, herring or the day’s fish at Visafslagweg 20. The operator takes walk-ins rather than reservations.
Simonis aan de Haven official site ↗CENTRUM / PASSAGE
Dungelmann
$ Budget · Published sandwich examples about €4–€7; drinks and extras add to the bill.
A city lunch stop in the Passage, with croquette and meatball sandwiches. Use it before a museum visit or on the way back from the coast.
Dungelmann official site ↗VOORHOUT / DENNEWEG
Walter Benedict
$$ Mid-Range · Check the current breakfast, lunch or dinner menu in EUR.
A bistro on Denneweg for a sit-down meal after town sightseeing. Choose the menu for your service rather than assuming brunch runs through the evening.
Walter Benedict official site ↗WESTDUINPARK / ZUIDERSTRAND
De Kwartel
$$ Mid-Range · Check the current à-la-carte menu in EUR; group menus have separate conditions.
A beach restaurant reached through the dunes above Zuiderstrand. It works as part of a separate southern beach outing; follow the established approach and check seasonal opening.
De Kwartel official site ↗STATENKWARTIER
Vigo Seafoodbar
$$$ Upscale · Check the current seafood menu and any market-priced dishes in EUR.
A seafood-focused meal on Aert van der Goesstraat. Choose the Seafoodbar location at number 9, rather than the separately listed Oysterbar.
Vigo Seafoodbar official site ↗WILLEMSPARK / ROOS EN DOORN
Restaurant Calla’s
$$$$ Luxury · Check the current Allure or Prestige menu in EUR; pairing is separate.
A reserved dinner on Laan van Roos en Doorn, with French cooking and produce from the restaurant’s garden. The entrance has stairs and no lift.
Restaurant Calla’s official site ↗08 / SOUTH HOLLAND AFTER DARK
Three bars.
De Waterreus
A beachfront drink or an early-evening table near the lighthouse. Check the current closing time before planning a late visit. De Waterreus ↗
Zeezicht
A beach-pavilion terrace for a drink with a sea view. Wind, season and private events can affect seating. Zeezicht ↗
De Zwarte Ruiter
A city café and music venue for a change from the shore. Check the program and age policy before a late visit. De Zwarte Ruiter ↗
Plan the last tram before ordering another round. Stay with the lit promenade and established streets after dark; save isolated dune paths for daylight. Check the age policy for any late music program.
09 / SHOPPING
Pick up something local.
TRANSVAAL / SCHILDERSWIJK
De Haagse Markt
Browse produce, food and everyday goods at the open-air city market.
Hours Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 8:45 a.m.–5 p.m.; check holiday exceptions.
Municipal market information ↗VOORHOUT / DENNEWEG
Denneweg boutiques
Walk the boutique street; OWN & CLUB at 114-C is one place to browse clothing.
Hours Street shops vary. OWN & CLUB: Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sun noon–5 p.m.; Monday closed.
Boutique address and hours ↗HAVEN / VISSERSHAVENWEG
Hart Beach Surfshop
A surf-gear stop at Vissershavenweg 55b for wetsuits, boards and beach accessories.
Hours Tue, Wed, Fri and Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Thu until 9 p.m.; Sun noon–6 p.m. Confirm Monday hours before visiting.
Official surfshop information ↗Ask about card acceptance at market stalls and keep a small cash backup. Choose a compact local food gift with clear ingredients and check the import rules at home before buying.
10 / THE HAGUE EVENT CALENDAR & MONEY
Plan around the celebrations.
Vlaggetjesdag
In early summer, Scheveningen’s harbor marks the herring season with boats, food and local traditions. Check the organizer’s current program.
Vlaggetjesdag official site ↗LIVE on the BEACH
In late summer, ticketed concerts use the beachfront as an outdoor venue. Check the current lineup, access rules and weather advice before booking.
LIVE on the BEACH ↗Currency / Euro
The Netherlands uses the euro (EUR, €). Cards are common, but acceptance varies by venue. Carry a backup payment method and check any cash-only stall before ordering.
European Central Bank · the euro ↗11 / WHAT TO WEAR
For a beach day with a breeze.
A NORTH SEA KIT
Swim.
Walk.
Stay out.
On the sand
Wear the Scheveningen Crosswind bikini with a loose shirt and a light layer for the breeze.
For the tram back
Bring dry clothes and shoes you can walk in.
In town
A shirt or relaxed dress and a warmer layer suit a casual evening in town.
12 / BEFORE YOU LEAVE
Good to know.
Which airport should I use?
Rotterdam The Hague Airport is closer; Schiphol has a wider range of routes and a terminal railway station. Compare the full onward journey before choosing.
Is the sea suitable for swimming?
Use a supervised area, ask the lifeguard and follow the flags. Currents, cold water and wind can make a swim unsuitable even on a sunny day.
Can I reach the beach without a car?
Yes. Plan an HTM tram journey to the Kurhaus area from The Hague and walk to the promenade. Check diversions and the final return service.
Is the beach wheelchair-accessible?
The promenade and selected beach paths help, but loose sand remains a barrier. Reserve a beach wheelchair and confirm an accessible toilet and suitable pickup point.
What should I pack?
Bring a towel, drinking water, sun protection, a warm dry layer, rain protection and a payment backup. Secure loose belongings when the wind rises.
FOG & FOUNDRY / SWIM
Color for the North Sea.
Navy, slate and cream stripes run vertically on the top and across the high-waisted bottom.
Explore the Scheveningen Crosswind bikini ↗
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