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Nelis' Dutch Village

12350 James Street, Holland, MI 49424
616-396-1475
Ranked #6 of 15 attractions in Holland
4.0 of 5 stars 73 Reviews
Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Traveller Description: Visit Nelis' Dutch Village in Holland, Michigan for a great day of family fun.  Inside the park, activities occur throughout the day, from Dutch... more »
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Saginaw, Michigan
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Our hotel was right next to this park. You could actually SEE all of the attractions from the parking lot. We decided NOT to pay the money, but shopped the Wooden Shoe store which we could enter from outside. We have a Dutch exchange student and looked forward to taking her there. Glad we went to the shop, but not... More

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Holland, Michigan
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

This Village is small but don't underestimate it!! Delious ice cream and great for small children. They can tip toe through the tulips or hide in a dutch dancing shoe even they can play on the spinning swings or pet and feed goats

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Tampa, FL
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

It was very close to the Holland Hotel. They had Dutch Dancers as well as other things to see and do.

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Columbus, Ohio
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

We loved this stop, and maybe it was our Dutch heritage that peeked our interest. But there was a lot to do there that we ended up spending the majority of the day there. The kids loved the rides, petting zoo, and play area. We had a great time and would recommend it to others!

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Indiana
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

We didn't have a lot of time during our visit to Holland and didn't really want to spend $10 per person to visit the Dutch Village. We did enjoy perusing the shops. A must see is the candle shop. Even if you don't purchase, you'll enjoy seeing the different varieties and watching the candle making.

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Portage, Indiana
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Very cute. Not much to it, but worth a stop. My girls were 8 & 10 and they enjoyed it. They loved the swing ride and being able to walk the goats. The dancing in the square was fun to watch. The shops were also very nice.

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Plainfield, Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

It's really nice!, excellent for kids! We had a great time there.

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Fort Wayne, Indiana
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
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We were disappointed. The property is not large and is situated between a busy street and a parking lot for shopping. Geared towards families with young children with a petting area and a couple small rides. Statuary is cracked. Landscaping minimal. Couldn't even order tulips for shipment the day we were there - a Sunday. We were through it all... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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If you have kids I highly recommend you go here! The candle making shop is awesome and make sure you check out the shoe factory where they make the wooden shoes! Pretty cool, definatly worth stopping by!

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Troy, MI
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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we loved this place although it was not nice weather when we were there. going to go back when it is nicer so we can walk the goat!

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