Scheveningen

"This lively beach resort in The Hague’s wealthy northern district features a sandy beach, colorful esplanade, and the Scheveningen lighthouse. To add to the fun, there’s a Sea Life aquarium, Steigenberger Kurhaus music theater, Scheveningen Museum, and a casino. Trendy clubs, restaurants, surf schools, and other water sports options line the wide Noorderstrand, which means North Beach. Giant sculptures add a whimsical touch while numerous bars and eating establishments provide spots to grab a drink or meal while watching the action in the harbor.You can bungee jump from Scheveningen Pier in summer. For vicarious thrills, a webcam captures the action live and lets you keep an eye on the waves in this surfing hotspot. From Amsterdam Central, take the Intercity train to Den Haag Central. Transfer to Bus #9 to Scheveningen Noorderstrand. The trip should take about one-and-a-half hours." - MATADOR_NETWORK

"Hitting the Beach at Scheveningen A four-kilometer seaside promenade is the perfect place for a stroll at Scheveningen, a beach resort in Den Haag's wealthy northernmost district. In addition to a sandy beach, colorful esplanade, pier and the Scheveningen lighthouse, there's a Sea Life aquarium, Pathé cinema, the Steigenberger Kurhaus music theater, Scheveningen Museum and a casino. Trendy clubs, restaurants, surf schools and other water sports options line the wide Noorderstrand (North Beach) boulevard. After a three-year metamorphoses completed in 2013, the beach-side stretch offers the best of sun, sand and surf on Holland's western coastline. Giant sculptures by the sea add a whimsical touch, while numerous bars and eating establishments provide spots to grab a drink or a meal while watching the action in the harbor."