Haarlemmerstraat: what you find here
It runs from the Beestenmarkt to the Hooigracht, with side alleys to the Aalmarkt, De Waag and the Nieuwe Rijn. Coffee bars and lunch spots break up the shopping.
From cloth town to today: Haarlemmerstraat
The street was the through road to Haarlem, which is how it grew into a trading street. Many buildings still have a historic upper storey above a modern shopfront.
Getting to Haarlemmerstraat: route and tips
Shops generally open Tuesday to Saturday, with shorter Monday hours and Sunday shopping. Seven minutes on foot from Leiden Centraal.
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Things to do nearby
Location, opening hours & tickets
Address
HaarlemmerstraatHaarlemmerstraat 100
2312 GD Leiden
7-minute walk from Leiden Centraal
Opening hours
Freely accessible, day and night
Shops Mon 11:00–18:00, Tue–Sat 10:00–18:00, Sunday shopping 12:00–17:00.
Opening hours and prices are indicative — check the official website before your visit, especially around public holidays.
Frequently asked questions
- How much is a ticket for Haarlemmerstraat?
- No fixed admission price is listed for Haarlemmerstraat; check the official website for current rates.
- Can you buy tickets for Haarlemmerstraat online?
- Tickets for Haarlemmerstraat 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 Haarlemmerstraat?
- Haarlemmerstraat is a 7-minute walk from Leiden Centraal. Arriving by car? Use a city-centre car park and walk the last stretch.
- When is Haarlemmerstraat least busy?
- Weekday mornings just after opening and the final hour before closing are the quietest times at Haarlemmerstraat. School holidays, Sundays and public holidays are busiest.