Leiden Netherlands with locals | A mini Amsterdam?

Leiden is one the prettiest towns in the Netherlands and only 30 minutes from Amsterdam by train. It makes a perfect trip to explore the historic city. Our local friends offered to show us around what they referred to as a mini Amsterdam. We were doubtful it was really like a mini Amsterdam but were surprised with the cute house and quaint houses (with less crowds). Our friends showed us around the local market where we sampled delicious snacks, one of the last windmills in the city, unique churches, local shopping, and their favorite French bakery. The last stop of the day was a gigantic home goods store filled with Christmas decorations. You'll love Leiden!

Video Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:03 Leiden Market
00:02:03 Haarlemmerstraat
00:02:47 De Valk Windmill
00:03:51 Leiden Market (Part 2)
00:04:18 Mamie Gourmande Bakery
00:04:56 Tuincentrum De Bosrand
00:06:37 Conclusion

#leiden #netherlands #travelguide

[willemvermaak]

There is even a better Stroopwafel stand just a bit down the canal! Leiden is amazing, love living there ❤

[spoonwinnipeg]

My favourite town in the entire country.

[aapmens]

De Bosrand is not so nice when you just need a packet of seeds or a new spade. Having to find your way through all the seasonall tinsel. They do easter as well. I think they keep three Chinese villages in full emplyment with all their LED-lit goodies.
I would like one of their life sized polyester gorrilas for my allotment though. But they're a bit dear

[whnatar]

It's so pretty! I don't know if it's the music or cinematography, or both, but this just felt so relaxing. I would love to visit the market!

[velovoice]

Nice video. For info: the Dutch "ei" in Leiden is pronounced like a long I in English e.g. bite; not like a long A.

[nefipalma]

It does look like a mini Amsterdam. What was the best thing you got at the market?

[urbandiscount]

Leiden is in fact NOT a ¨mini Amsterdam"

[Mrblueeyes]

Leiden is very beautiful. I think a lot of people prefer leiden above amsterdam, because it is less crowded.

[paul.van.santvoord]

Prrtty biased, born, grown up and never lived anywhere else.
Leiden is better then Amsterdam and we want to keep it that way.
Do not make videos of Leiden please. We feel overrun by tourists.