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Leiden City Hall — listed monument: Leiden City Hall on the Breestraat has the longest Renaissance façade in the Netherlands

Leiden City Hall

Leiden City Hall on the Breestraat has the longest Renaissance façade in the Netherlands and is the symbol of the city's civic past.

What you see at Leiden City Hall

The 1597 façade with its steps, bell tower and sculpture is the most photographed part of the Breestraat. Behind it, the Stadhuisplein opens onto the water.

The history of Leiden City Hall

A 1929 fire destroyed everything behind the façade; the front wall survived and became the starting point for the rebuild. The inscription above the door recalls the siege of 1574.

Visiting Leiden City Hall: practical tips

The building is open on weekdays for city business and weddings; the façade, of course, is always there. From here it is five minutes to the Pieterskerk or the market.

Combine with nearby places

Things to do nearby

Location, opening hours & tickets

Address

Stadhuis Leiden
Stadhuisplein 1
2311 EJ Leiden

9-minute walk from Leiden Centraal

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Opening hours

Monday09:00–17:00
Tuesday09:00–17:00
Wednesday09:00–17:00
Thursday09:00–17:00
Friday09:00–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Opening hours and prices are indicative — check the official website before your visit, especially around public holidays.

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Stadhuis Leiden?
Stadhuis Leiden is open on Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00. Closed on Sat, Sun. Hours are indicative; check the official website around public holidays.
How much is a ticket for Stadhuis Leiden?
No fixed admission price is listed for Stadhuis Leiden; check the official website for current rates.
Can you buy tickets for Stadhuis Leiden online?
Tickets for Stadhuis Leiden are sold at the desk or via the official website. Our tickets page does offer combination tickets for other Leiden attractions.
How do I get to Stadhuis Leiden?
Stadhuis Leiden is a 9-minute walk from Leiden Centraal. Arriving by car? Use a city-centre car park and walk the last stretch.
When is Stadhuis Leiden least busy?
Weekday mornings just after opening and the final hour before closing are the quietest times at Stadhuis Leiden. School holidays, Sundays and public holidays are busiest.