High School Study Abroad in the Netherlands

The Netherlands is small (two New Jerseys!), but mighty. From famed tulips in rural Lisse to a bustling university in Utrecht, the recommendations we’ve got are boundless. Here are our top picks for everyone out there looking for high school abroad in the Netherlands.

Rotterdam. Not top of the tourist hit-list, and that’s why you’ll love it. Rotterdam offers the infrastructure, nightlife, and artscape of Amsterdam, on a local scale. Take a bike ride out of the city and into Kinderdijk, to check out those iconic windmills.

The Hague. Gearing up to major in global affairs or pre-law? This is your spot. Home to the International Court of Justice, no other city in the world has seen the trials that have happened here. If the royals are more your type of international news, the Hague is also the Dutch monarchs’ residency. Can you say celeb sightings?

Amsterdam. Ah, the glistening canals, charming bridges, and fairytale buildings. Plus, the art scene is unreal (hello, Van Gogh!) and the history is significant (Anne Frank’s house will leave you speechless). Become a true Hollander by trying raw herring, or indulging in Dutch fries. Forget calories—you’ll be biking everywhere.