Things to do in

Limburg Province

Come on an approx. 2-hour journey through the history of the former imperial city and take a look at Aachen's highlights such as Elisenbrunnen, thermal baths, Tivoli and CHIO, the Lindt chocolate factory, university hospital and the three-country-point between Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands where you can visit all three countries in just a few steps. Explore the former imperial city of Aachen with a 24-hour ticket to the hop-on hop-off bus. Board the bus at any of the 11 stops along the route for 2 hours of sightseeing with commentary from your personal audio guide. Learn about Charlemagne’s history with Aachen and how the Kings of the Germans were crowned here for centuries. Hear about how the city developed into the largest in West Germany and what life is like there today. See historical monuments as modern as the Elisenbrunnen, a 19th-century pavilion, and as old as the Roman thermal baths. Stop at the three-country-point between Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands where you can visit all three countries in just a few steps. For sports fans, watch out for the Tivoli football stadium and the CHIO horse show venue. Pass by more cultural highlights like the Lindt chocolate factory and the university hospital, the world’s largest single-building hospital. During the roundtrip, leave the bus at any stop to explore the surroundings on foot. Simply hop back on the next bus when you’re ready. The stops for the bus tour: - Elisenbrunnen (Departures at 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. between April and October; in November and December only at 1 p.m.) - Ludwig Forum - Carolus thermal baths - CHIO Tivoli - Quellenhof/Eurogress - Memorial/Lousberg - RWTH - Bendplatz - University Clinical - Vaals Busstation Maastrichterlaan - Netherlands/Border triangle - Vaals Busstation Maastrichterlaan - Central Station - Health clinic/An der Rosenquelle - Theaterplatz - Elisenbrunnen (Arrivals at 12:40 p.m., 3:15 p.m. and 5:40 p.m. between April and October; in November and December only at 3:10 p.m.) Please check the detailed timetable at one of the above bus stops.

Enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience during your visit to Maastricht. Bring the whole family and all your friends, having fun is a guarantee for all ages in Museum of Illusions Maastricht! Discover 50 visual and interactive illusions, among which are our infinity room, reversed room, chair illusion, holograms, and many more! Different visual illusions learn visitors how perceiving reality is influenced by science, vision, perspective, and other stimuli. The interactive installations provide the chance to become one with the illusions and to take the most unique pictures of your friends and/or family. Prepare for an experience that will challenge and amaze your imagination!

Relax and rewind at Thermae 2000 the luxury wellness resort and 4-star hotel of Thermae 2000. Spend a whole day at the recently renovated wellness facilities of this resort. Enjoy activities from the new experience programme which include floating, singing bowl sessions, tea rituals, start to yoga lessons and many more. Benefit from the unlimited usage of scrub salt, shower gel, and shampoo. Thermae 2000 is situated on top of the Cauberg, hidden between nature with a beautiful view. The most famous mountain of the Netherlands, the Cauberg is known because it has been part of the World cycling championships several times. Besides the World Championships, many important cycling races have taken place on the Cauberg, such as the Amstel Gold Race. The Cauberg is an indispensable part of Thermae 2000. In 1989 three springs were tapped into the Cauberg for thermal water. All baths in the wellness resort are equipped with this thermal water.

IMPORTANT: This tour is 3€ to book but a tip per person is expected at the end of the tour. Our Walking Tour of Maastricht stands out as a truly exceptional journey through one of Europe's most enchanting cities. How much should I tip the guide? Some people give 10€ others give 20€, it's up to you! What makes our tour uniquely compelling is our dedication to uncovering the heart and soul of Maastricht, beyond its stunning architecture and vibrant streets. We delve deep into the city's rich history, from its Roman roots to its pivotal role in European treaties, ensuring our guests gain insights not found elsewhere. Our passionate guides share captivating stories, hidden gems, and local legends, bringing the cobblestoned lanes and historic facades to life. Moreover, we prioritize a personalized experience, ensuring small group sizes for a more intimate and interactive exploration. This attention to detail, combined with our commitment to authenticity and enrichment, makes our walking tour a must-do for those wishing to discover the true essence of Maastricht, making every step an unforgettable journey through time. Some of our visitors' comments: "Ricardo gave a nice tour through Maastricht. He told some good history about the city. But overall he gave a good vibe to the group. Even when the rain came down on us he kept spirits up and we felt not to miss anything of the city. We loved his references to his home country and his jokes." (Peter C) "Touring Maastricht was great! Walked a lot to see the Star of the Ocean, a number of churches, Dominicanen bookstore, able to cross St Servatius bridge (said to be oldest bridge in the Netherlands. Our tour guide, Ricky Martin , Ricardo Olivares, was really fun to be with. Cheers!" (KitchieVM)

The guide will lead you into an underground world where you will get fascinated by everything the Municipal Cave has to offer. Apart from the tour by foot, we also have a train that drives you around. Both of these tours are very special and show you the hidden gems of the cave. The guide will tell you about the stone which was formed around 100 million years ago ( in the area of the dinosaurs) and it has been quarried for nearly 2000 years. You will be listening to the stories about the stonemasons, which worked here for many years to create a cave about 70 km of distance. But he will also tell you about the more recent times. The cave is accessible for disabled people. Other than the usual tours which are going every day, we also have some specialties such as a war tour and a cycling gallery. The tour starts at the Cauberg 4 where the tour guide or train driver will pick you up. This location also provides a toilet and next doors there is a little pub.

Explore Maastricht center on your terms with this self-guided audio tour, accessible on your smartphone! Immerse yourself in the beauty of this historic city at your own pace and in your preferred language. Explore Maastrichts rich history, embrace its vibrant present, and be delighted by its captivating legends and stories. Whether you're embarking on a solo adventure, enjoying a romantic city stroll with your partner or exploring the city with friends or family, our self-guided audio tour caters to all preferences. Plus, you'll receive a nice discount when you do the tour with companions.

Immerse yourself in a zoo set in a vast landscape, nestling in a beautiful wooded and hilly area at the southern tip of the Netherlands. Encounter areas devoted to the Savanna, rainforests, South American pampas, and much more in this earth-centered experience. See beautiful Savanna creatures like white rhinoceroses, African lions and giraffes, and learn about their vulnerable position in the wild. Encounter the Flamingo Aviary, where more than 400 great flamingos live together with various other special African birds. Immerse yourself in the Rainforest area, check out the skull and howler monkeys, or learn about animals closer to home in the Limburg area. Discover the Treetop Tour, the new climbing and clambering path for the kids, or take them to the Dino Dome, an indoor dinosaur play paradise. Try out the new South American area, and enjoy a rugged landscape with rocks, flowing streams and pampas grasses. Encounter animals like vicuñas, tapirs and rheas as you enjoy the diversity of landscapes and animal species from across this continent, and across the world. Then, toast to the good life with a good glass of African wine in the atmospheric Savanna Lodge. Alternatively, enjoy some South American delicacies while you relax on the terrace of the Pampa Lodge.

War belongs in the museum. That is the motto of the Overloon War Museum. The Overloon War Museum presents the history of the Second World War, especially as it occurred in the Netherlands. Enter the museum and see how it can be that in 5 years' time more than 50 million people lost their lives, but also how the oppressed people resourcefully coped with restrictions and shortages. There is attention to the opposition, but also to the persecution. Finally, there is, of course, also attention paid to the liberation, with special attention to the Battle of Overloon.

Witness adventures from a distant past come to life on a visit to the Hoensbroek Castle with these entry tickets. Follow the route in the brochure or go on a castle treasure hunt. Discover more than 40 beautifully decorated rooms in this grand museum castle. Walk through the fairytale-like passageways and over 40 splendid chambers of the castle. Take a self-guided route described in the tour booklet, available at the box office. Read fun facts about the building and get more information from the signs in the castle rooms. You can also explore the castle with the Discover the Castle Tour. Discover the 10 most special places using a map – from the secret room to the little privy. Kids can collect 10 different stamps during their investigation. In the ballroom, admire the glorious 18th-century halls with ceiling paintings, chandeliers, and gold-plated images of Countess van Hoensbroek. Climb up the 60-meter-high fortified medieval watchtower. Enter the dungeon where the lights go out slowly while the door locks behind you.

Get entry tickets to the Discovery Museum in Kerkrade and explore its interactive exhibits. Learn about science and technology in the past, present, and future, make your own gadget to take home, and watch an amazing live science show. Catch an exciting live show at the Science Theater to see science in action. Stop by the Science Lab to create your own gadget to take home, and take a look at the treasure trove of scientific artifacts housed in the museum. A brand new experience awaits you in Discovery Museum: Revolution Earth. This walk-through experience enhances your visit to the museum and shows you the earth in a completely new way. But you will also come face to face with the future. And whether it will be a rosy future is up to all of us. The time has come for Revolution Earth. Are you up to it?