Pieterskerk, Leiden

Name: Pieterskerk
Address: Pieterskerkhof 1A, Leiden, 2311 SP, Netherlands
Telephone: +31 71 512 4319

#13 among attractions in Leiden

Church, Sacred and religious sites, Gothic architecture, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The Pieterskerk is a late-Gothic Dutch Protestant church in Leiden dedicated to Saint Peter. It is known today as the church of the Pilgrim Fathers, where the pastor John Robinson was buried. It is also the burial place of the scientist Willebrord Snellius. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 52°9'27"N, 4°29'16"E

Address

Pieterskerkhof 1ALeiden 2311 SP Netherlands

Contact

+31 71 512 4319

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Day trips

Pieterskerk – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Museum of Ethnology, Museum Boerhaave, Museum De Valk, Museum Het Leids Wevershuis.

0.5 miNW
Long-established museum of world culture
National Museum of Ethnology, Leiden
12 min walk • The National Museum of Ethnology, located in the historic city of Leiden, Netherlands, is a captivating institution dedicated to the cultures and peoples from around the world. Established in 1837, this museum has grown to become one of the most important...
~1380 ftN
History of Dutch sciences and medicine
Museum Boerhaave, Leiden
7 min walk • Nestled in the quaint Dutch city of Leiden, Museum Boerhaave stands as a testament to the rich heritage of science and medicine. This illustrious institution, named after the renowned 17th-century physician Herman Boerhaave, offers an unparalleled exploration of the...
0.5 miN
Museum, Specialty museum
Museum De Valk, Leiden
13 min walk • Museum De Valk, a beacon of history nestled in the heart of Leiden, Netherlands, stands as a testament to the city's rich milling heritage. This striking museum, housed within a meticulously restored 18th-century windmill, offers visitors an unparalleled glimpse into...
0.5 miE
Museum, Specialty museum
Museum Het Leids Wevershuis, Leiden
13 min walk • Nestled in the charming city of Leiden, the Museum Het Leids Wevershuis offers a unique glimpse into the world of traditional Dutch weaving. This intimate museum, situated in an authentic weaver's house dating back to the 16th century, stands as a testament to the rich...
~1150 ftNE
Historical place, Forts and castles
De Burcht, Leiden
6 min walk • De Burcht of Leiden is a historical fortress located in the heart of Leiden, Netherlands, offering a window into the medieval past of this charming Dutch city. This ancient castle, sitting atop an artificial hill, dates back to the 11th century and is known for its...
~590 ftNW
Egyptian, Greek and Roman antiquities
Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Leiden
3 min walk • The Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, nestled in the historic city of Leiden, Netherlands, is a treasure trove of ancient artifacts and a testament to human civilization's rich and diverse past. Established in 1818, this museum is the national center of archaeology where...
~1270 ftE
Museum of founders of New England
Leiden American Pilgrim Museum, Leiden
7 min walk • The Leiden American Pilgrim Museum is a historical gem nestled in the heart of Leiden, Netherlands. This intimate museum offers a unique window into the lives of the Pilgrims, the English religious separatists who lived in Leiden for a period before embarking on their...
~1970 ftN
Fine art museum with works by Rembrandt
Museum De Lakenhal, Leiden
10 min walk • Museum De Lakenhal, a beacon of cultural heritage nestled in the historic city of Leiden, Netherlands, stands as a testament to the city's rich artistic and industrial past. This distinguished museum, housed in a beautifully restored 17th-century building, was...
~1440 ftE
Church, Gothic architecture, Event space
Hooglandse Kerk, Leiden
7 min walk • The Hooglandse Kerk, a historical beacon in the heart of Leiden, Netherlands, is an imposing Gothic church that has stood the test of time. With its origins dating back to the 14th century, this church has become an integral part of the city's skyline and cultural...
~1060 ftNW
Museum, Philipp Franz von Siebold, Specialty museum
SieboldHuis, Leiden
6 min walk • Japan Museum SieboldHuis is a museum located at the Rapenburg in Leiden, Netherlands. It displays items that were collected by Philipp Franz von Siebold between 1823 and 1829 during his stay at Dejima, the Dutch trade colony nearby Nagasaki in Japan. It also functions as a museum of Japanese culture.
~990 ftSE
Church
Heilige Lodewijkkerk, Leiden
5 min walk • The Heilige Lodewijkkerk, also called the St. Louis Church, is a Roman Catholic church at the Steenschuur in Leiden.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Pieterskerk open?

Pieterskerk is open:

Monday 11 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 11 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 6 pm
Thursday 11 am - 6 pm
Friday 11 am - 6 pm
Saturday 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Pieterskerk?

Nearby attractions include Gravensteen, Leiden (2 min walk), Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Leiden (3 min walk), Academisch Historisch Museum, Leiden (3 min walk), Rapenburg, Leiden (4 min walk).

How to get to Pieterskerk by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pieterskerk:

Bus

Breestraat • Lines: 169, 182, 183, 187, 2, 4, 400, 45, 7 (4 min walk)
Paterstraat • Lines: 1, 3 (7 min walk)

Train

Leiden Centraal (17 min walk)
Leiden Lammenschans (20 min walk)