Leiden Old Town: what you find here
The old town is ringed by the Singelpark and the old city moat. Inside that ring lie the Pieterskerk, the Burcht, the City Hall, the Rapenburg and dozens of courtyards and monuments.
From cloth town to today: Leiden Old Town
Leiden originated around 860 at the confluence of the Oude and Nieuwe Rijn. The medieval street plan with narrow lanes and broad canals has largely survived.
Getting to Leiden Old Town: route and tips
The old town is largely car-free and a five-minute walk from Leiden Centraal. You can cover all the highlights in a day; for a complete route, use our walking routes.
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Location, opening hours & tickets
Opening hours
Freely accessible, day and night
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 Leiden binnenstad?
- No fixed admission price is listed for Leiden binnenstad; check the official website for current rates.
- Can you buy tickets for Leiden binnenstad online?
- Tickets for Leiden binnenstad 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 Leiden binnenstad?
- Leiden binnenstad is a 5-minute walk from Leiden Centraal. Arriving by car? Use a city-centre car park and walk the last stretch.
- When is Leiden binnenstad least busy?
- Weekday mornings just after opening and the final hour before closing are the quietest times at Leiden binnenstad. School holidays, Sundays and public holidays are busiest.