Tilburg has a rich history dating back to its wool factories in the Industrial Revolution. This large, student-friendly Netherlands city is home to a cosmopolitan centre that hosts acclaimed musical and cultural festivals each year.
Things to do in Tilburg
For contemporary art lovers, the De Pont Museum is not to be missed. Housed inside a former wool-spinning mill, each wool-storage room has been transformed into an intimate gallery, showcasing paintings and sculptures from upcoming artists.
A leader in the textile industry, Tilburg’s Textile Museum honours the craftsmanship and detail of international textile artists. A short walk north from De Pont Museum, the Textile Museum displays an assortment of textile machines while presenting the history of Tilburg’s wool industry.
Tilburg’s appreciation of the arts continues at the neon-lit Theaters Tilburg, the largest of Tilburg’s three theatres and home to the Concertzaal, the premier classical music venue in Tilburg. Featuring a variety of shows and a comfortable bar to lounge in, Theatre Tilburg offers a perfect date night venue.
For a little outdoor adventure, visit the Beekse Bergen Safari Park. Here nature lovers can get up close and personal with a variety of exotic wild animals. Take a relaxing boat ride and spot hippos and lemurs from the water, or observe wild camels, rhinos, giraffes and lions from the comfort of your car.
Getting around Tilburg
Tilburg offers daily trains to Rotterdam, The Hague and Breda. You can also drive to Tilburg from Breda and Eindhoven. Once in the city, various railway stations and bus lines connect you to nearby neighbourhoods. Alternatively, rent a bike and explore this bicycle-friendly city at your own pace.