Other things to do

Noordwijk is close to many atrractions from a close by spa, golf and a space expo to beautifull cities like Leiden, themeparks, zoo's and much more...

Space Expo is Europe’s first permanent space exhibition. Space Expo is also the visitors’ centre for ESA in the Netherlands, the European Space Agency's largest technical establishment.

The Bollenstreek or bulb area, a 13 km stretch of land that lies between Haarlem and Sassenheim famous, is commonly refereed to as the world’s biggest flower garden, with its highlight being the world famous Dutch flower exhibition, Keukenhof gardens Park. 

The luxurious Hotel van Oranje is located in the centre of Noordwijk, midway along the chic promenade, and only a 2 minute walk from the Flying Pig Beach hostel. The health club offers a multitude of swim, spa, and beauty amenities, and the reassuringly professional staff are always on hand should you care for that little something extra. 

The Noordwijkse Golf Club is home to one of the most renowned golf courses in the Netherlands, and even Europe.  In the past the club has played host to the Heineken Open, and is the chosen course for the Dutch open.  

The Duinrell Amusement Park is renowned as one of the biggest and best theme parks in Europe.  You’ll find the famous Duinrell Amusement Park located on the edge the small town of Wassenaar, which is only a short 10 minute bus journey from The Flying Pig Beach Hostel!

The Flying Pig Beach Hostel near Leiden is the only real Backpacker Hostel in the vicinity of Leiden. Leiden is a historical Dutch City located 10 km North East of The Flying Pig Beach Hostel

The Rotterdam Zoo (Blijdorp Zoo) is home to Lions, Leopards, Wolves, Alligators, and Crocodiles.  While inside the Oceanium visitors walk through huge underwater tunnels that twist along an imitation ocean floor, past coastal regions, meeting up with all kinds of oceanic and coastal inhabitants like sharks, sea-otters, puffins, snakes, and even king penguins!