Is Delft Worth Visiting?

Delft is well worth a visit. Delft is renowned throughout the world thanks to its relationship with Johannes Vermeer, Delft Blue pottery, and the royal family. But there is more! Thanks to the city's rich history, there are many interesting attractions here.

Are there canals in Delft?

The canals of Delft were incorporated into the original city planning. ... The oldest canal line is the Old Delft, and the city has expanded around it over the past 750 years. The other city canals, or grachten, are still central to city life. The canals of Delft played an important role in forming the city's history.

Is Delft a town or a city?

Located in the southwest of the Netherlands, the picturesque town of Delft is only an hour's train ride from Amsterdam, the capital. Delft's main station is located along the edge of the Old Town, making train travel a quick – and convenient – way to visit this charming city.