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Plantsoen in Leiden — city park with walking paths: The Plantsoen is the romantic park on the eastern edge of the old town

Plantsoen in Leiden

The Plantsoen is the romantic park on the eastern edge of the old town, with tall trees along the water of the Herensingel.

Walking in Plantsoen

Winding paths, little bridges and plenty of shade make this the quietest green spot in the centre. On warm days the lawns fill with students.

How Plantsoen came about

Laid out in 1835 in English landscape style on the old fortifications, it was Leiden's first public park and is now a link in the Singelpark.

Visiting Plantsoen: practicalities

Freely accessible, seventeen minutes on foot from the station. Combine it with the Zijlpoort and the Hortus botanicus.

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Location, opening hours & tickets

Address

Plantsoen
Plantsoen
2311 KM Leiden

17-minute walk from Leiden Centraal

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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 Plantsoen?
No fixed admission price is listed for Plantsoen; check the official website for current rates.
Can you buy tickets for Plantsoen online?
Tickets for Plantsoen 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 Plantsoen?
Plantsoen is a 17-minute walk from Leiden Centraal. Arriving by car? Use a city-centre car park and walk the last stretch.
When is Plantsoen least busy?
Weekday mornings just after opening and the final hour before closing are the quietest times at Plantsoen. School holidays, Sundays and public holidays are busiest.