Parking at Zwanestraat Groningen

An oasis of peace in the middle of the busy center of Groningen can be found at the Prinsentuin. In 1594 the Prinsenhof in Groningen became the residence of the regents: the princes of Nassau. Especially for the regents, in 1626, the Prinsentuin was laid out with a rose garden, herb garden and beautiful terraces. A real example of a Renaissance garden in the Netherlands! And with good weather the luxurious tearoom in the garden is open for visitors!

Parking at Prinsentuin

In the center of Groningen you will find the Grand Hotel De Doelen, opposite the Martini Tower and immediately on the Grote Markt. This hotel is the oldest, still existing, catering facility of the city of Groningen, whose walls date from the 13th or 14th century. The hotel has a beautiful lounge where you can relax after a busy day and the rooms are equipped with everything to make your stay comfortable.

Parking at Grand Hotel de Doelen

Instant happiness is what you will get from this hotel! At least, if you like a sleek interior, comfort and a location close to the center of Groningen. Cruise through the city on a bike that the City Hotel will arrange for you or go shopping in the nicest streets of the city, because you’re staying just a couple minute walk away! After a long day you can relax in the trendy hotel bar or on the terrace in front of the hotel.

Parking at City Hotel Groningen

Just as the name suggests, the Grote Markt (The Big Market) in Groningen is still a square where weekly markets take place. From a general market on Tuesday to a non-food market on Thursday! Around the Grote Markt you will find several cafés and restaurants, where you can enjoy the view after a day in Groningen. On the east side of the Grote Markt you will find the Martinitoren and on the west side the City Hall.

Parking at Grote Markt in Groningen

Sumo Groningen is located in the original bank building on the Vismarkt, where you can enjoy Japanese cuisine in combination with the architecture of that time. At the Sumo you eat according to an all-you-can-eat concept, which means that you can taste different dishes and also share with your company!

Parking at Sumo

At the Pastafabriek in Groningen cosiness and a relaxed atmosphere are central. All ingredients from which your pasta is made are freshly delivered daily. So you are always assured of the freshest ingredients. You order your pasta, pizza, antipasti or salad from one of the chefs in the middle of the restaurant, who prepare it directly in front of you!

Parking at the Pastafabriek

In Museum aan de A you can learn everything about the history of the city and province of Groningen. In the museum you will learn everything about the life of (extraordinary) ordinary Groningen people and about success and downsides. Topics such as Rabenhaupt’s victory in 1672, Groningen’s involvement in slavery and shipping come to the fore. Museum aan de A is a museum of, by and about Groningen residents. Here we work on the stories of Groningen and Groningen residents.

Parking at Museum aan de A in Groningen

Just a stone’s throw from the Martini Tower you will find the Zwanestraat, a unique piece of Groningen with many cozy shops and restaurants. Do not expect large retail chains here, but rather unique stores. You are at the right address for fashion, residential and food stores! And do you want to recover from shopping? No problem, because also for a delicious lunch or drinks you are set at the cozy Zwanestraat!

Parking at Zwanestraat

The Asgard Hotel in the center of Groningen is a design hotel that uses sustainable and ecological materials such as mud walls and designs by Berber Geerts. Organic products from farmers from the province are central to the breakfast menu! All tastefully decorated rooms have a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and a luxurious bathroom.

Parking at Asgard Hotel

Staying the night in the center of Groningen in a stylish suite? That is possible at Hotel Schimmelpenninck Huys. In the heart of Groningen in the former patrician house Hotel Schimmelpenninck Huys is located, amidst the bustling nightlife, shopping streets, theater and museums. As soon as you enter this hotel, you immediately experience the nostalgic and peaceful atmosphere.

Parking at Hotel Schimmelpenninck Huys

The Groninger Museum is housed in a building that is considered as one of the highlights of postmodernism. The museum has four varied collections with the themes: history, applied art, contemporary art and old visual arts. Here you will find works by Hendrik Willem Mesdag, but also by Viktor & Rolf.

Parking at the Groninger Museum

Are you planning a shoppingtrip to the Herestraat in Groningen? Parking is always affordable at the Centrum car park within walking distance of the Herestraat! The Herestraat is the most famous shopping street of Groningen with many large stores and international chain stores.

Parking at the Herestraat in Groningen

Discover Groningen and enjoy the view from the Martinitoren. The tower is the symbol of the city of Groningen and with its 97 meter height and 311 steps it can be climbed almost daily. You can climb the Martinitoren untill the first floow where you have a view over the south side of the city. Not you tired yet? Then climb up to behind the clocks, here you have a view of the whole city!

Parking at Martinitoren in Groningen

The Martini Hotel is a characteristic 3* hotel in the center of Groningen that has welcomed guests since 1871. And still you will find the characteristic features in the building that recall the rich history of the building. The hotel has 116 rooms, an excellent restaurant and a cozy bar. From the hotel you are immediately in the city center of Groningen and a short walk away from the Groninger Museum and the Martini Tower.

Parking at the Martini Hotel

As soon as you walk into Cantina Mexicana, you immediately feel like you are in Mexico. Mexicans love food, drinks and socializing. And that is exactly what Cantina Mexicana is all about! The dishes are based on real Mexican dishes and the chefs make the dishes with a passion for Mexican cuisine. All products are freshly purchased daily and ready-to-eat products are out of the question here!

Parking at Cantina Mexicana

For many, the Stadsschouwburg is the city’s most important stage. The beautiful building has existed since 1883 and the theater is a permanent place in the cultural nightlife. Since 1994, the Stadsschouwburg has even become a national monument. Various renovations have ensured that the building still looks beautiful and can last for many years to come.

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Café de Uurwerker is located in the center of Groningen. De Uurwerker is a meeting place for students, freelancers and creatives. Here you can work and relax seven days a week. And when the weather allows us to, you can enjoy the sun on the large terrace. At the bar you can order fresh pizza for a very reasonable price and De Uurwerker is a perfect spot for a drink or lunch!

Parking at De Uurwerker

Parking near the Best Western Hotel Groningen is cheap at the Centrum car park! The Best Western Hotel Groningen is a stone’s throw from the lively city of Groningen. The hotel has 77 comfortable rooms and 6 fully equipped apartments. All rooms have a spacious bathroom, LCD TV and free Wi-Fi.

Parking at Best Western Hotel Groningen

The Folkingestraat connects the Vismarkt to the Zuiderdiep, and has a central location in the city centre. This elegant street boasts lots of hidden art and galleries. It is the perfect shopping street to get inspiration and new ideas for your home. There are antique and art shops, lifestyle and interior design stores, and much more. There truly is something for everyone, especially when you want something different and unique.

The history of the Folkingestraat

The Folkingestraat used to be the beating heart of the Jewish neighbourhood. Until World War II, 191 Jews lived in this street alone. The last part of Folkingestraat also used to be called the Jodenstraatje. After the war, the street lost its Jewish character and its name. It is now the Folkingestraat, but the memories will always remain. You can still visit the synagogue at the end of the street, near the Zuiderdiep.

Shops in the Folkingestraat