Hogeschool Leiden always catches the eye with its modern, clean architecture right in the Bio…read moreScience Park. It's incredibly easy to reach--just a short hop from Leiden Centraal, making it perfect for commuters. The campus has a very 'open' feel to it, and the surrounding area is full of innovation and energy. It definitely adds a professional, forward-thinking touch to this side of the city. A great landmark for the academic side of Leiden.

If you are in Leiden, I recommend dine here. If you are not in Leiden, you should be. This…read moreuniversity town is full of canals, history, and some really good eats. The name of this terrific little restaurant means "At the Beer Rascal"; I have no idea why. Several dishes are prepared with Gulpener beer as an ingredient. This excellent beer is more than matched by the cuisine and the warm, intimate atmosphere. Either plan your visit or arrive on a Monday night, as the Bierbengel appears to be popular with locals and readers of the "Rough Guide" alike. There is a monthly menu. In April it comprised a swordfish and fennel carpaccio, braised veal with rosemary, and a rhubarb tart. Duck with a non-sweet blueberry sauce was excellent - and not foolishly undercooked - as was a mussel appetizer. The hostess was everywhere in this small establishment with intelligent good humor and efficiency. The room itself is warm with old wood.

I'd ordered the daily special and it was quite disappointing. The white fish was full of bones…read more Once I reached out to the waitress, they told me that was a mistake. But later on, another table pointed out the same problem. Very, very disappointing.