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Huis van het Boek

Museum on book production & design from 6th century to now, in the home of a 19th-century collector.

Prinsessegracht 30- 31, 2514 AP Den Haag
📞 070 346 2700

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

  • Good for kids
  • Toilets
  • Restaurant

The Huis van het Boek, or House of the Book, is a must-see for any book lover visiting The Hague, Netherlands. Located in the heart of the city, this museum is dedicated to the history of books and printing in the Netherlands.

The museum has a collection of over 100,000 books, manuscripts and prints from the 15th century to the present day. Visitors can explore the history of books and printing in the Netherlands, from the earliest printed works to the development of modern printing techniques. There is also a library of over 1,000 books, which visitors can browse and borrow.

The museum also features a range of interactive displays and activities. Visitors can learn about the history of bookbinding, explore the printing process, and even try their hand at printing a book. There are also activities for children, such as a scavenger hunt and a book-making workshop.

The Huis van het Boek has been highly praised by visitors. On TripAdvisor, one recent visitor wrote, “This museum is a must-see for any book lover. The interactive displays and activities are really interesting and enjoyable. I would definitely recommend it!” Another wrote, “The museum is a great way to learn about the history of books and printing in the Netherlands. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended!”

The Huis van het Boek is a great way to learn about the history of books and printing in the Netherlands. With its collection of books, manuscripts, prints and interactive activities, it is a must-see for any book lover visiting The Hague.

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5 stars

Gem! Secret codes, miniature books, medieval manuscripts, and an attic scriptorium that offers workshops for kids and adults. A mini Dutch Hogwarts! Loved it.

4 stars

Really nice. The museum is inside of two old buildings that they are connected to each other. Every 3 months or so they have a different book exhibition. The lady at the receptionist super sweet and the garden behind was really beautiful. … More

5 stars

We were lucky and saw the Quentin Blake exhibition which was really great! I did not particularly like the various exhibits on the first floor but I enjoyed the rest, the miniature books and the typing studio they have above.