The picturesque Dutch city of The Hague (also known as Den Haag) is located in western Netherlands. Although it is not the capital of the country, the city is the seat of the Dutch government, Supreme Court, Parliament, and Council of State and it is the administrative capital of the nation. With a number of international courts, state offices, and foreign embassies, the city may give the impression of being a boring and serious place to be, but nothing could be further from the truth. With medieval palaces, dozens of museums, the country's most popular sea resort, and a lively cultural scene, The Hague is one of the most vibrant cities in the Netherlands. The Hague - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Recommended Itineraries - One Day in The Hague - Two Days in The Hague - Binnenhof (Heritage Government Buildings) - Maurithuis Art Museum - Noordeinde Palace - Old City Hall - Huis ten Bosch Palace - Peace Palace (International Court of Justice) - Scheveningen - Madurodam Miniature Park - Recommendations for the Budget Traveller - Places to Stay - Hotel Sebel - Ibis Den Haag City Centre - Hilton The Hague - Mercure Den Haag Central - Steigenberger Kurhaus Hotel - Places to Eat - Dap & Co - The Penthouse - Baklust - Restaurant Alexander - Florencia - Places to Shop - The Hague Market - Indoor Shopping - Art & Antique Shopping - Fashion Shopping - Department Stores