Tilburg and surroundings
A city in transformation
Tilburg, in the middle of North Brabant region, is more alive now than ever before. The city is going through a complete transformation. Once a textile town, it is now a city full of surprising districts such as the Spoorzone (Railway Zone) and the Piushaven (Pius Harbour). It has leading museums and is ideally located between Efteling and Beekse Bergen. There is plenty of greenery in and around the city and it is a short drive to the Loon and Drunen Dunes National Park.
Closer to Textielmuseum
Immerse yourself in a world of Textile in the TextielMuseum in Tilburg. With its inspiring exhibitions all about textile design, fine arts and industrial heritage, there’s something for everyone to experience. Or watch the professionals in the TextielLab as they experiment with material, and where you can make your own socks or a scarf.
Closer to Doloris' Meta Maze
Doloris' Meta Maze offers Tilburg’s most unique and adventurous experience by far. You can actually walk through works of art in the ‘Meta Maze’(from 12 years). Immerse yourself completely in a mysterious world and surprise yourself in more than 40 rooms of surrealist art.
Closer to Efteling
An absolute must-visit; Efteling - the favourite attraction of the Netherlands. It has thrilling roller coasters such as Baron 1898, the loveliest attractions and of course the unique Fairy Tale Wood. Visit this World of Wonders and dream up the happiest memories together.
Closer to Safaripark Beekse Bergen
Surround yourself in Safaripark Beekse Bergen with lions, elephants, hippos and rhinos and imagine you are in the African savannah. You will see more than 150 species of animals, each with their own stories and habits, on the unique safari routes – by boat, in your own car, in a jeep with a ranger or on foot. Africa is closer than you think. Want to sleep there? Take part in our competition right away.
Closer to vestingstad Heusden
With its charming alleyways, ancient buildings, studios and unique shops, the delightful fortified town of Heusden is an amazing place. As you stroll through the picturesque streets and narrow passages, you will discover countless old, well-restored buildings and facades with beautiful gable brickwork. You will also have wonderful views from the top of the wall defences.
Closer to Van Gogh NP wandelroute Tilburg
It was in Tilburg that the young Vincent van Gogh had his first drawing lessons. Using the Van Gogh NP walking route Tilburg you can walk with Vincent as your guide through the Brabant countryside full of meandering streams, extensive nature reserves, farmland and country estates. This will take you past the Piushaven, the Koningshoeven Abbey and the Moerenburg nature reserve.
Other fun activities in Tilburg and surroundings
Selected as the best kids proof museum in North Brabant region, so it’s the perfect place for a trip out with the whole family. Why not take grandma and grandpa along as well!
Perfect for when the weather is not so good; an indoor playground with all sorts of activities.
This Brabant Sahara has thirty square kilometres of shifting sand that can still drift around! It is the biggest outdoor playground in North Brabant region.
Just think of paintball, archery, climbing or canoeing, but also about hilarious ‘sports’ such as toilet or bath tub races.
This real family museum has a huge collection of more than 20,000 objects, including 13,000 shoes. And you can try some for yourself.
Where else will you find more than 80 pools in just one nature reserve?