11 X best terraces in Leiden for a full day in the sun

Looking for the best terraces in Leiden In this charming city, with canals reminiscent of Amsterdam, you are more than well catered for on a sunny day. From waterside terraces where boats sail by to lovely spots right in the city center: in Leiden, you will find plenty of nice restaurants with terraces where you will want to pull up a chair. Perfect for a long lunch, drink or diner in the sun. These are our favorite terraces in Leiden. Read on and try them all this terrace season, enjoy! 

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11 of the best terraces in Leiden

Eatery Dolly

You shouldn't miss this new hotspot in Leiden. Located by the canal in Leiden, Eetcafé Dolly offers a wonderfully quiet atmosphere yet is right in the heart of the city. From coffee to dinner and drinks, you can drop in here all day long. During the day, it is a classic eatery with a nice, extensive menu, while in the evening it becomes a real local pub with a great vibe. An added bonus: every day there is a different special on the menu for €17,50, which they themselves considered a top deal. 
Stille Rijn 11, Leiden – eetcafedolly.nl

City Café Van der Werff

On the terrace of Stadscafé Van der Werff, you start your day with a coffee in the sun. Thanks to its location on the street corner and the extra-large terrace, you have a great spot here for sun and people-watching almost all day long. Later in the day, you can just as easily pull up a chair again for lunch or drinks, where you’ll likely be so comfortable that the phrase 'just one more' will be repeated often. We speak from experience!
Steenstraat 2, Leiden – stadscafevanderwerff.nl

© Stadscafé Van der Werff

Brasserie Rumour

As soon as the sun comes out, you'll want to take a seat on the terrace at Brasserie Rumour. The terrace is situated on a sheltered square, close to the Burcht van Leiden, creating a cozy atmosphere right in the city center. With live jazz on Sundays and a pub quiz on Mondays, you have an extra reason to visit more often during the week. Whether you want to do something fun with friends or on a date!
Burgsteeg 13, Leiden – brasserierumour.nl

© Brasserie Rumour

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City Hall Leiden

City Hall Leiden is the place to be if you're in the mood for a sunny terrace with Italian influences. During the week, they organize all kinds of fun evenings, such as pasta for €15 on Mondays and pizzas for €10 on Tuesdays. You'll also want to pull up a chair here for an extensive pranzo brunch, perfect for a long afternoon in the sun. Order a limoncello spritz with it and you'll feel like you're in Italy for a moment, but right here in Leiden. 
Town Hall Square 3, Leiden – restaurantcityhall.nl

Bikini Bikini

You'll find Bikini Bikini at the harbor in Leiden, a truly delightful place to sit on sunny days. From the terrace, you look out over the water, and with all the boats sailing past, you immediately get that holiday feeling. Whether we come in the morning for a coffee, have lunch, drinks, or a bite to eat in the evening, this remains a spot that instantly comes to mind. Also nice: events are regularly organized, so all the more reason to drop by more often!
Haven 1, Leiden – bikinibikini.nl

 | TIP: Did you know that you can also rent a boat yourself in Leiden?

© Bikini Bikini

Taboo

At Tabú, you can taste dishes from Latin America, from tacos to bocadillos with South American flavors. The terrace is an especially good place to be: right by the water with a view of boats peacefully sailing by. 
Rembrandtstraat 27, Leiden – tabu.nl

© Tabú

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Café Visscher

Café Visscher opens daily at 11:00 AM, and you’ll want to settle down on their terrace right away. By the way, this establishment holds a Bib Gourmand for its excellent lunch, drinks, and dinner.
Stationsweg 7, Leiden – cafevisscher.nl

© Café Visscher

The Fat Pelican

Want to spend a relaxed whole afternoon on the terrace? You can do that at The Fat Pelican in Leiden. A lovely spot for young and old where you can easily end up staying for hours without even realizing it.
Pelican Street 64, Leiden – thefatpelican.nl

The Grenare

The Grenare is located on the Stille Rijn, with a lovely terrace! This is the right place for practically everything your heart desires, at any time of day.
Silent Rhine 1D, Leiden – grenare.nl

© The Grenare, @thegrenareleidingen

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Hortus Grand Café

Having a bite and a drink outside is even more enjoyable at Hortus Grand Café, because in addition to the terrace, you can also take a seat in their green greenhouses. And while you're there, be sure to visit the Hortus Botanicus itself. Without a doubt, one of our favorites in Leiden!
Rapenburg 73a, Leiden – hortusleiden.nl

Bar Local

Good coffee, pancakes, and shakshuka: at Bar Lokaal you’ll find all the ingredients for a great start to your day, but hanging around all day is just as good an idea.
Hartesteeg 13, Leiden – barlokaal.nl

© Bar Lokaal, @barlokaal