Bezoek buiten het Binnenhof

The entire renovation of the Binnenhof will be completed at the same time. During the works, the building complex will therefore not be accessible to the public. Fortunately, the 'occupants' and visitors of the Binnenhof can access other places in the surroundings.

Temporary accommodation for 'occupants'

Due to the renovation, the users of the Binnenhof will move to other locations. All members of the Senate and House of Representatives, the Prime Minister and civil servants will move to another workplace in The Hague during the renovation.

Places for visitors

During the renovation, the Binnenhof will not be accessible. However, there are many other ways for visitors to learn about the rich history, the occupants and all the stories associated with this special location at the heart of The Hague!

1 Senate

Lange Voorhout 34/Kazernestraat 52

The Dutch word for the Senate is the 'Eerste Kamer' or First Chamber. Its main task is to approve or reject bills proposed by parliament. During the renovation, the Senate will be temporarily accommodated in Huis Huguetan, the former palace on Lange Voorhout 34. The visitor's entrance is at Kazernestraat 52.

2 Council of State

Lange Voorhout 34

The Council of State is the highest administrative court and independent advisor to the government and parliament about legislation and governance. The Advisory Department of the Council of State is traditionally housed at the Binnenhof. During the renovation, the Advisory Department will be accommodated in Huis Huguetan, the former palace on Lange Voorhout 34.

3 House of Representatives of the States General

Prinses Irenepad 1 (visitor entrance)

The House of Representatives controls the government. During the renovation of the Binnenhof, the House of Representatives will move into the former building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Prinses Irenepad. Obviously, it is important parliamentary work can continue. That location therefore also has a plenary hall, committee rooms and a big public hall.

4 Ministry of General Affairs

In 2024, the Ministry of General Affairs will temporarily move from Binnenhof 19 to Bezuidenhoutseweg 73. General Affairs is the Ministry of the Prime Minister which coordinates general government policy and communication. The Ministry also manages communications and press releases about the Royal Family.

5 The Hague Historical Museum

Korte Vijverberg 7

During the renovation of the Binnenhof, The Hague Historical Museum will be presenting the exhibition 'Power'. The story of the most symbolic location in the Netherlands. A story about power and counterpower, about emancipation, representation and the typical Dutch model of consensus decision-making. But also about neglected buildings, squabbling about privileges and the everydayness of the powerful people who lived here.

6 Mauritshuis

Plein 29

The Mauritshuis is right next to the Binnenhof, beside the famous Torentje where the Prime Minister has his office. The former house of Prince John Maurice of Nassau-Siegen displays the best of Dutch painting from the Golden Age. Masterpieces by Vermeer, Rembrandt, Fabritius and Potter are on permanent display in this special seventeenth-century monument.

7 ProDemos

Hofweg 1H

Anna van Buerenplein 2

During the renovation too, visitors can go to ProDemos - Home of democracy and constitutional state. From the visitor centre on Hofweg and the location near Central Station, ProDemos organises various activities, such as tours around the temporary accommodation of the Senate and House of Representatives. Watch from the gallery and put your questions to the enthusiastic guides.

Interactive pedestrian route around the Binnenhof

Have a unique experience of the Binnenhof. Meet well-known historical Binnenhof residents and take a selfie with Johan van Oldenbarnevelt or Jacqueline of Bavaria, for example. And what was that lion doing in the Binnenhof? Through Augmented Reality, the rich history of the Binnenhof comes to life on your phone or tablet.

Viewpoint Binnenhof Renovation

Buitenhof

From 2024, you can check out the building site from above from the viewpoint on the corner of the Hofvijver lake.

16 Rijksmuseum de Gevangenpoort

Buitenhof 33

10 Prins Willem V Gallery

Plein 29

11 Museum Bredius

Lange Vijverberg 14

17 The National Theatre – Koninklijke Schouwburg

Korte Voorhout 3

12 Escher in the Palace

Lange Voorhout 74

13 Council of State

Kneuterdijk 22

14 Noordeinde Palace

Noordeinde 68

15 The Supreme Court

Korte Voorhout 8

Van Gogh route

Spectacle on the Hofvijver lake

Classical concerts, the Beach Volleyball World Championships, The Passion. Events are regularly organised on the Hofvijver lake. And that was the same hundreds of years ago. To mark military victories, for example, the lake was the venue for firework displays. On the water, entire sea battles could be simulated too. As you can see here after a victory over France and Spain at Vigo, in 1702.