You are here: Home > Travel Information > Destination Guides Text size A A A See what people from around the world are saying about cities we fly to and from TravelAccurate2: ce skating on Paterswoldse Meer, a lake just South of the city of Groningen in the Netherlands. http://t.co/VixbvbgQ 7 minutes ago martinspecken: I'm at Bernoulliborg (Groningen) http://t.co/Uv01uc3L 8 minutes ago SebastiaanR: I'm at NDC Mediagroep (Groningen) http://t.co/wIpGD8Gj 10 minutes ago World / Europe / Netherlands / Groningen | Overview | Fast Facts | Arrive | See | Eat | Sleep | Connect With its classy museums and galleries, the Medieval Dutch city of Groningen has that arty, cultural feel that only university cities seem to muster. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Currency Euro Address: Post Code: Tel No: Visa Requirements No visa required for EU nationals, Canadians, Americans or Australians Address: Post Code: Tel No: Language Dutch Address: Post Code: Tel No: Timezone GMT +1 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Weather Warm and often wet summers, mild winters Address: Post Code: Tel No: Dialling Code 00 31 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Electricity 230V (European two-pin plugs) Address: Post Code: Tel No: Health and Safety EU citizens should apply for a European Health Insurance Card before departure, which entitles them to free or reduced cost treatment in all EU countries. This only covers emergency treatment so comprehensive travel and medical insurance are strongly advised Useful links: Netherlands Tourism Website: Address: Post Code: Tel No: Flights to Groningen arrive at the Groningen Airport Eelde, which is 15 km south of the city. The Arriva bus number 52 links the airport with the Groningen Central Station twice an hour, while taxis are available from outside the arrivals building. Journey time is around 20 minutes. Leading car hire companies have offices at the airport. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Martini Tower Martini Tower (corner of Grote Markt): The leading tourist attraction of Groningen, the tower is part of the Martini Church, the Martinkerk, which contains dramatic wall and roof paintings and an important icon, it offers great views of the city from the top. Address: Martinikerk, Grote Markt Post Code: Tel No: Groningen Museum Groningen Museum: A splendid example of contemporary architecture with colourful linked pavilions, the museum contains one of the best collections of modern and abstract art in Holland. Be sure to try one of the lush cakes shaped like the museum in its café. Groningen has other museums too, including the notable Science Museum, and the at times risqué but hugely fun Dutch Comic Strip Museum . Address: Museumeiland 1 Post Code:9711 Tel No:00 31 50 312 0815 Grote Markt Grote Markt (city centre): With its neo-classical town hall, the Grote Markt is the heart of Groningen and it is from here you can explore the city's marketplaces and shops or take a guided heritage tour. Choose from a canalside walk, city or an architectural walk, plus a popular walk that takes in visits to restaurants to see how local dishes are prepared. Address: Grote Markt, Groningen Post Code: Tel No: Quick Lunch - De Pauw De Pauw serves delicious French lunch classics on a mobile buffet brought to your table. It's different, vibrant and all rather fun. Address: Gelkingestraat Post Code: Tel No:00 31 50 318 1332 Top Table - Restaurant Muller Restaurant Muller is in the heart of Groningen's nightlife area and is usually full of smart gastronomic types dining from its French a la carte menu. Fine wines and a friendly atmosphere are added benefits. Address: Grote Kromme Elleboog Post Code: Tel No:00 31 50 318 3208 Cheap Eat - ‘t Feithhuis Whether its breakfast, lunch or dinner you're after, the ultra trendy restaurant, ‘t Feithhuis, which serves Dutch and Israeli dishes will come up trumps. Address: Martinikerkhof Post Code: Tel No:00 31 50 313 5335 On Business - Bastion Hotel The Bastion Hotel, situated close to the main commercial area, has great facilities for business guests, including an on-site grill restaurant and wi-fi Internet access. Book now Address: Bornholmstraat 99 Post Code:9723 AW Tel No: Lap Of Luxury - Eden City Hotel The Eden City Hotel is housed in a contemporary building minutes from the Grote Markt. Creature comforts include a luxurious fitness centre with a Turkish bath. Book now Address: Gedempte Kattendiep 25 Post Code:9711 PM Tel No: Cheap Sleep - Martini Hotel The Martini Hotel has beautifully presented guestrooms and a lounge full of big comfy leather sofas. It's arty, inexpensive, and centrally located. Book now Address: Gedempte Zuiderdiep 8 Post Code: Tel No: Coffee And Chat - De Apedans Find a spot on the outside terrace, order a coffee and relax at the brasserie-style De Apedans (Verlengde Oosterstraat, 00 31 50 312 4164). Address: Verlengde Oosterstraat Post Code: Tel No:00 31 50 312 4164 Formal Presentation - Hotel de Ville The period façade of the Hotel de Ville (Oude Boteringestraat, 00 31 50 318 1222) hides an elegantly restored mansion. The hotel also has a conference suite for up to 40 delegates. Address: Oude Boteringestraat Post Code: Tel No:00 31 50 318 1222 Evening Drinks - Newscafe Head to one of the hippest haunts in town - the Newscafe (Waagplein, 00 31 50 311 1844). Housed in a contemporary building with décor to match, this ever popular venue has bars and a cocktail lounge. Address: Waagplein Post Code: Tel No:31 50 311 1844 Print City guides Groningen Flights Book flights to Groningen now Lowest fares Departure airport -please select- Aberdeen (Dyce) Belfast City Dublin East Midlands Edinburgh Glasgow Leeds Bradford London Heathrow Manchester Norwich
