Haags Openbaar Vervoer Museum, Transportation museum in The Hague, Netherlands
The Haags Openbaar Vervoer Museum is a transportation museum in The Hague that displays historic trams and buses in a restored former depot building. The facility holds an exhibition that documents the evolution of public transport from 1878 onwards.
The depot building was constructed in 1906 and served for decades as a hub for the city's tram operations. After renovation in the 1990s, the structure was converted into a museum to preserve the history of public transport.
The collection shows how people in The Hague moved around over decades and what role public transport played in daily life. The vehicles and documents on display tell stories about the needs and habits of city residents across different eras.
The best time to visit depends on your interests, since the museum is open year-round and offers plenty to explore. Comfortable shoes are recommended because there is much to walk through, especially if you want to examine the vehicles closely.
Some of the trams in the museum remain in operation and carry passengers regularly through the city and to the seaside. These active vehicles give visitors the chance to experience firsthand what riding a historic tram feels like.
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