What to do · Delft
Nieuwe Kerk and its tower over the Markt
Information
- From
- €15 per adult
- Duration
- 1 h 30
- Season
- All year, Monday to Saturday; closed to visitors on Sundays
- Who it's for
- Tower from age 6, with an adult up to 16
The Nieuwe Kerk closes off one side of the Markt, Delft's great square, opposite the town hall. Inside is the mausoleum of William of Orange, father of the Dutch nation, assassinated in Delft in 1584, and under the floor the royal family's crypt, which is still in use. But what is most remembered is the tower: a narrow staircase that climbs to the galleries from where, on a clear day, you can see The Hague and Rotterdam.
Tickets and opening hours
The combined ticket (€15; €6.50 for ages 6 to 11) includes both churches, the Nieuwe and the Oude, and the tower climb. From February to October they are open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00; from November to January, on weekdays from 11:00 to 16:00 and on Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00. Sundays are for worship. The tower closes an hour before the church and may close because of wind; ages 6 to 16 climb with an adult and rucksacks and umbrellas are not allowed. The church is under phased renovation, so some areas may be covered.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to climb the Nieuwe Kerk tower?
It is included in the €15 combined ticket; the tower alone costs €7.50.
Is it open on Sundays?
Not for visits: Sunday is for services.
As a familyWith teenagers
