Day trip to Groningen

Nothing beats Groningen... and that's certainly true for anyone who loves shopping. We'll give you a few tips for the best shopping streets and squares.

• Visit charming shopping streets such as Vismarkt, Herestraat, or the Kromme Elleboog.

• Discover the cozy atmosphere of a local market around the Grote Markt or Vismarkt.

• On Sundays and on Thursday evenings until 9:00 PM most shops in the city center are open.

In the atmospheric, historic city center you will find a varied selection of shops for clothing, shoes, gifts, art and accessories. These are the 5 nicest shopping streets and squares in Groningen:

1. Grote Markt

The Grote Markt, with the famous Martini Tower, is the very centre of Groningen. On, and especially around, this beautiful square you will find a variety of shops, cafés and restaurants. So it's the ideal starting point for a lovely day of shopping!

2. Vismarkt and Herestraat

Near the Grote Markt, in the centre of Groningen, you will find the Vismarkt and Herestraat. In these shopping streets you will encounter not only many large chain stores but also several more exclusive boutiques.

3. Folkingestraat

Like almost everything in Groningen, the Folkingestraat is within walking distance of the Grote Markt. Here you will find many lifestyle shops, boutiques and galleries, and you can enjoy a lovely lunch in one of the many cosy little cafés. If you look closely around you, you'll still see plenty of Jewish symbols in this, a traditionally Jewish street.

4. The Kromme Ellebooh

De Kromme Elleboog consists of two small streets, the Kleine and the Grote Kromme Elleboog, and offers a variety of charming, slightly more exclusive shops and restaurants. If you're looking for clothing, jewelry or art, you're in the right place. And if you want a special dining experience, Restaurant Muller comes recommended.

5. Oude Kijk in 't Jatstraat

Near the University of Groningen you will find this atmospheric, historic little street. For unique vintage and bric‑a‑brac finds, beautiful books and distinctive boutiques, be sure to stop by.

Markets in Groningen

In the center of Groningen, usually on the Grote Markt or the Vismarkt, you will always find a market from Tuesday through Saturday. Here you will mainly find fresh food and flowers; it is always cozy, busy and lively. After a lovely day out in Groningen you will soon be at our Van der Valk Hotel Groningen-Zuidbroek to enjoy one of our facilities. Book now your room and discover the possibilities.