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Unforgettable shows, amazing dance events, festivals, furious stand-up comedians, one-off projects and even fresh, young talents get the chance to perform. It is easy to say that 013 is a unique venue in the center of Tilburg.
Aquabest
Aquabest is a nice recreational swimming and beach paradise for young and old with many activities, nearby Best (Eindhoven). (Information only available in Dutch)
Attractiepark Toverland
A fun day out with all the family to Toverland? A magical idea! Toverland has a unique combination of indoor and outdoor attractions. Have fun together in the Boomering indoor rollercoaster or a tummy tickling trip in the Scorpios swinging ship.
Audax Textielmuseum Tilburg (Textile Museum)
Audax Textielmuseum Tilburg is a dynamic and creative company in which past and present are brought together. Different disciplines of textiles are shown: design, art, technology and history. Part of the museum is housed in former textile factories.
Bavaria Brouwerij café (Brewery)
Expierence the hospitality of Brabant in the Bavaria Brewery. Take the beertour where you can smell, taste, see and feel how they brew Bavaria beer. Or you can do one of the other daytrips they offer. (Information only available in Dutch)
Boat trips on the Meuse river
Would you like to see what the city looks like from the Meuse River? There are several boat trips you can choose from: Saturday Night Cruise, Pancake Cruise, Cruise on the Meuse and so on.
Bonnefantenmuseum
The Bonnefantenmuseum combines private and public collections with both old master painting and sculpture as cutting edge contemporary art. Furthermore it hosts the so-called Rijksmuseum Maastricht and collections.
Castle Hoensbroek
Hoensbroek Castle is one of the largest and most beautiful castles in the Netherlands. The oldest section of the castle structure dates from 1250. The 40 different beautiful halls and rooms in the castle will take you on a fantastic journey through time.
DAF Museum
A tour of the DAF Museum will take visitors from one surprise to the next. The inventiveness that has been characteristic for DAF vehicles from 1928 till the present day will even captivate visitors who have no special knowledge of the subject.
De Ontdekfabriek (Discovery Factory)
The Discovery Factory is located on an old Philips industrial site in Eindhoven, called Strijp-S. There used to work a lot of inventors and designers from Philips. Even Einstein used to walk around here! (Information only available in English)
Dierenrijk
Dierenrijk is a large zoo nearby Eindhoven and is open all year round. You can see how the zoo keepers feed the animals, and even ask the zoo keeper questions about the animals. (Information only available in Dutch)
Drielandenpunt/Three Countries Corner
Three Countries Corner (Dreiländereck), is the point where the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany meet. There is a viewing tower and a maze and you can also go for long walks in all directions. (Information only available in Dutch)
Effenaar
The Effenaar consists of two halls where both concerts and dance events are held, and a nice restaurant-café. It can be found in Eindhoven's city centre, diagonally opposite to the Central Station.
Efteling
Efteling is a magical experience and invites you on a thrilling adventure. Step inside this fairytale world full of wondrous tales, delightful dreams and adventures at high speed. Forget everything else for a while and take the leading role in the adventure.
Eindhoven Music Hall
Meet the world’s leading soloists and orchestras in one of the most dynamic music halls of the Netherlands! With over 280 concerts, Muziekgebouw Eindhoven offers all musical genres, including the very best of classical music, world, jazz and pop music.
Funfair
The Funfair is a small to medium sized travelling show with all sorts of attractions like, thrill rides, children’s rides, food booths, side stalls and games. Almost every city or village in the Netherlands has a funfair once a year. (Information only available in Dutch)
GaiaZOO
GaiaZOO offers a breath-taking view of the world of animals and wildlife. Thanks to a new and unique ZOO concept the ZOO in South Limburg was voted as ‘Most Beautiful ZOO of the Benelux’ for the fourth time in 2012.
Genneper Parken
If you want to do something athletic, cultural, relaxing or outdoors, Genneper Parken is the way to go. Visit the website and see for yourself which activities you can do.