Timeline
09:00
Grab a coffee and a pastry at De Jonge Haan. As the most upscale brasserie in Hilversum, it is the best place to run into locals early in the day. The atmosphere is lively but relaxed before lunch service begins.
09:45
Walk over to Doppio Espresso for a proper cappuccino or latte macchiato. This stylish coffee house is known for its wide variety of drinks and sandwiches. It is a good spot to sit back, use the free Wi-Fi, and watch the morning bustle.
10:30
Stroll through the Costerustuin. This educational garden was founded in 1920 by biology scholar Jan Costerus to showcase native flora from the Het Gooi area. It is a peaceful green space to enjoy the early daylight.
Local tip
De Jonge Haan opens at 09:00 on weekdays, making it the perfect start to a quiet morning. Doppio Espresso is open from 08:00, so you can grab a coffee there first if you prefer an earlier start.
Check before you go
- De Jonge Haan is open Mo-Fr from 09:00 to 24:00.
- Doppio Espresso is open Mo-Sa from 08:00 to 18:00.
- The Costerustuin is a public garden; check specific opening hours if visiting outside standard daylight.
Worth knowing
- De Jonge Haan is open at 09:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Hilversum (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).