The Hague - Binnenhof
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In the center of the older portion of The Hague is the Binnenhof, an irregular group of buildings, some old and some more recent, built around a central courtyard. About 1250 Count William II of Holland began the building of a castle which was completed by his son Floris V, who in 1291 made this his principal residence. From the time of Prince Maurice of Orange-Nassau the Binnenhof was the residence of the Stadholders.
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There is an information center at Binnenhof 8A. Conducted tours of the Knights' Hall and Parliament can be arranged; they should be booked in advance by telephone.
Address:
Binnenhof Information Center, Binnenhof 8A, The Hague, Zuid-Holland 2513 AA, Netherlands
Hours:
July 1 to August 31: 10am-4pm
September 1 to June 30: 10am-4pm; Closed: Sun
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Dutch National Day (April 30)
Tips: Tours should be booked in advance by telephone.
Guides: Guided tour available as optional extra.
Transit: Tram: 2, 3, 7, 8, 9; Bus: 4, 5, 22.