Photo Walks | Neil Nathan Photography

Introduction to Neil Nathan Photography Photo Walks

Hallo, I am Neil, founder of Neil Nathan Photography and thehague.photo. I am an experienced photographer and a long-time resident of The Hague. I have photographed the architecture, the cityscapes and local events of The Hague for thehague.photo since 2010.

The Hague with almost 900 years of history is a fantastic city to explore and to photograph. There are many beautiful places to discover and lots of opportunities to capture stunning images.

Our photo walks will introduce you to the history and architecture of The Hague, supporting you with your architecture and cityscapes photography, offering guidance, tips and tricks, including ‘how to see the image’, composition, positioning and setting up your camera and the impact of light on your architecture photography.

Here’s a brief introduction of The Hague, it’s history and architecture.

We Offer

  • english speaking photography tours of The Hague

  • experienced city photographer and knowledgeable guide

  • helpful photography guidance and insight during the photo walk

  • a welcome to photographer participants of all experience levels

  • sufficient time to take photos at each of the designated photo walk locations

  • opportunities to take photos of The Hague’s historic landmark buildings and locations

  • more individual attention with smaller groups - max 6 persons per group

Our goal is that you enjoy the tour and that you get the most from your tour experience.

Click on the ‘VIEW TOURS AND BOOK’ button to see more info about our available tour dates.

Available Tours

The Hague City Centre Photography Tour

  • a walking photography tour of the historic centre of The Hague

  • includes the Plein, Binnenhof, Hofvijver, Noordeinde Palace, Mauritshuis

  • duration 2.5 to 3 hours

  • refreshment break ( at your expense)

  • tour from €35 per person

We expect to add further tours in the near future.

Click on the ‘VIEW TOURS AND BOOK’ button to see more info about our available tour dates.

Making a Booking

  • tours are booked online by clicking on the ‘VIEW TOURS AND BOOK’ button and selecting from the listed tours and available dates

  • upon booking completion a confirmation email will be sent to you

  • an email with all the booked tour details will be sent to you, including starting and finishing locations

  • a booking maybe cancelled up to a minimum of 48 hours prior to the reserved date

  • we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee and refund you if you are not satisfied with the tour

  • if a tour is unable to go ahead due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances then a full refund will be offered or a reservation at a later date, if available.

What should I bring?

  • a camera, this could be a smartphone, or a point & shoot compact camera, or a mirrorless camera or DSLR camera or even a film camera - your choice

  • spare batteries and memory cards (or film)

  • depending on the time of year, sun protection or rain covering, clothing layers if cold

  • wear comfortable walking shoes

Ideas, Suggestions or Requests

  • we welcome suggestions for current tours or ideas for new tours

  • you are a business and would like to plan a custom tour as a team event

  • you are interested in having a (custom) 1 to 1 tour

Click on the ‘CONTACT’ button to submit your idea, suggestion or request. We will get back you as soon as possible.

An Introduction to the city of The Hague

The Hague | City of Peace & Justice

The Hague is the international city of Peace and Justice. The city is the location of many international organisations including the Permanent Court of Arbitration and the International Court of Justice, both of which are located in the Peace Palace, a landmark building recognised around the world.

  • Other International Organisations that are located in The Hague include the ICC (International Criminal Court), OPCW (the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons), Europol and Eurojust. Many of these organisations are housed in buildings with unique architectural styles.

The Hague | A Brief History

The Hague derives its name from a wooded area enclosed by a “haghe” (hedge) where in the 12th Century the Counts of Holland built a hunting lodge. s-Gravenhage (the Counts’ Hedge) as it became, and later to be known as Den Haag or The Hague in English.

  • In 1248 Count Willem II built a castle on the site, on an island in the middle of a natural lake and which was later to become the Hofvijver. Over the years more buildings were added, including in 1280 The Ridderzaal forming the Binnenhof (Inner Court). In about 1350 the Hofvijver (Court Pond) was modified to the rectangular shape it has today.

    Although The Hague is not the capital of the Netherlands, uniquely it is the seat of government and home to the Dutch Parliament, the Netherlands has been governed or administered from the Binnenhof since approximately 1585 when the Staten-General was formed, apart for a brief period between 1806 and 1810, while under French rule, when the Netherlands was administered from Amsterdam. The Binnenhof is one of the oldest Parliament buildings still in use today*. The Netherlands is also a monarchy and has a King or Queen as head of State. The Hague is the home of the King and has two royal palaces, a working palace (Noordeinde Paleis) for administrative and official state events and a residential Palace (Huis ten Bosch Paleis). Additionally, there are other palaces and mansions previously occupied by royalty and nobility, that now house museums, government ministries and a hotel. The Hague is also the diplomatic centre of The Netherlands where most countries embassies are located.

    The Binnenhof is currently undergoing a major renovation program and the various functions of the Binnenhof have moved to different locations around the city centre.

The Hague | Architecture

The oldest part of The Hague centres around the Binnenhof and dates back almost 900 years. The Hague has an eclectic mix of many architectural styles. Much of The Hague’s architectural heritage has been preserved and can be seen alongside examples of more modern architectural styles.

  • From the medieval era, the Gothic style of the Ridderzaal to the Dutch Golden era and the Dutch Baroque architecture style of the Mauritshuis and the Noordeinde and Huis ten Bosch Palaces, to the Neo-Renaissance style of the Peace Palace and the Art Nouveau and Art Deco Styles of the late 19th, early 20th centuries. After Brussels, The Hague has the most Art Nouveau buildings, with most located in the City Centre.