Best ice cream · Leiden
The 3 best ice cream shops in Leiden
Leiden combines canals, hidden courtyards and student life, and that translates into a healthy ice cream culture. Around the Nieuwe Rijn, in the Haarlemmerstraat and near the Burcht, parlors draw queues around the corner on sunny days. Alongside Italian classics, original creations and vegan flavors keep appearing. Below are Leiden's best-rated ice cream spots according to visitors.
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IJssalon Madaq
4.9Google scoreDonkersteeg 21, 2312 HA Leiden
The Leiden branch of chocolatier Madaq, on Donkersteeg near Haarlemmerstraat. For many the city's finest ice cream spot, with the chocolate flavors as its strongest suit.
118 reviews on Google
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Freski
4.7Google scoreKorevaarstraat 34, 2311 JV Leiden
A modern ice cream spot on Korevaarstraat with a broad menu. Popular with students and generous with tastings. The rotating flavors keep it interesting for repeat visitors.
282 reviews on Google
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IJsHaven
4.7Google scoreHaven 20, 2312 MJ Leiden
Ice cream at the Haven, on the water on the east side of the old town. The setting does a lot: sitting on the quay with a cone is half the experience. The ice cream itself is fresh and creamy.
57 reviews on Google
Frequently asked questions
What is the best-rated ice cream shop in Leiden?
IJssalon Madaq currently ranks first in Leiden, with a Google score of 4.9 based on 118 ratings. Once Scooped reviews come in, the ranking will be based on those.
Which ice cream spot in Leiden has the most reviews?
Freski is the most-reviewed spot on this list with 282 ratings, located at Korevaarstraat 34, 2311 JV Leiden.
Where to find the best gelato in Leiden?
The current top-ranked gelaterias and ice cream shops can be found on Donkersteeg, Korevaarstraat and Haven. The full list above shows the address for each shop.
How many ice cream shops are there in Leiden?
There are currently 9 ice cream shops and gelaterias in Leiden known to Scooped. New places can be added through the app.
How are these scores determined?
The Scooped score is based on reviews from users of the Scooped app, who rate parlors and flavors per visit. A parlor receives a Scooped score once it has 5 reviews; until then, the Google score is shown as an indication. It is always labeled separately and never blended with Scooped scores. Parlors only enter the list with a Google score of at least 4.5 and at least 25 ratings, so the length of the list varies per city.
How often is this list updated?
The ranking is generated automatically from the current scores in the Scooped database, so it is always up to date.