Popular places to visit
![Erasmus Bridge showing a bay or harbor, modern architecture and cycling](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/78000/78686-Rotterdam.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Erasmus Bridge
This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
![Euromast showing a park, landscape views and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79173-Euromast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
![SS Rotterdam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ab98ae4bba5b2994ed287c7e91f364e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
SS Rotterdam
You can browse the exhibits at SS Rotterdam, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
![Kinderdijk showing a river or creek and a windmill](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79136-Kinderdijk.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
See the largest collection of authentic windmills in the Netherlands as you cycle or hike through this picturesque World Heritage site.
![Markthal Rotterdam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8c44484f8b03e79f088b929eecbdabb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Markthal Rotterdam
During your visit to Rotterdam, you can do some window-shopping at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
![Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum featuring interior views and art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79224-Boijmans-Van-Beuningen-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum
Admire one of the finest collections of artwork in Europe, which features Dutch Old Masters as well as abstract and contemporary pieces.
Things to do
![The ultimate race experience at Racesquare!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47558584/86f94f55-a57a-40ed-ae4a-096e3676b6f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The ultimate race experience at Racesquare!
![The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Sightseeing Tour Max.8 Persons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5144479/5df8d4e4-d353-422c-9046-481a1e816193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Small-Group Tour (Max. 8 People)
![Kinderdijk, Delft, and The Hague Day Tour from Amsterdam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49399025/c1c06197-5300-411d-836e-38980e452a7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Explore Kinderdijk, Delft, and The Hague Day Tour from Amsterdam
![Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46051536/ba715b4a-cd2f-45c9-b331-5ae83e474935.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk
Top hotels in Blijdorp
![The James Hotel Rotterdam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21626100/21626044/6d084899_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025
![Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15000/14949/88a462ec_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2025
![citizenM Rotterdam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6330000/6329700/6329694/92fe4b2b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2025
![Art Hotel Rotterdam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1210000/1206600/1206522/674ade2b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025
![Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6050000/6048800/6048718/ae886d5e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
![Postillion Hotel WTC Rotterdam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64630000/64625300/64625230/034e2465_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Blijdorp
![Lovely cafe in a beautiful old house. You can find Parqiet in the park close to the Euromast.
#lunch #coffee #Rotterdam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/904d28d63214e30791e6808c61161c88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Noord
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Noord. You might consider a stop by Blijdorp Zoo while you're exploring the neighborhood.
![Centrum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79179-Euromast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Chinatown
While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
![Quirky but nice. #streetart Pink Floyd style - The Wall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/72b2e14aa9704ac0123745784f166880.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Oude Westen
While there might not be top attractions in Oude Westen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rotterdam City Theatre and De Doelen.
![Euromast featuring a garden, landscape views and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79172-Euromast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Centrum
Travelers come to Centrum for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Rotterdam City Theatre and Witte de Withstraat while you're in town.
![Maritime Museum showing outdoor art and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79111-Maritime-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Stadsdriehoek
If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Binnenrotte Market Square are top sights worth seeing.
![Busy Rotterdam waterways showing Cunard's Queen Elizabeth on her maiden visit.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1646497d1c51b39a545b78b4451aa552.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Scheepvaartkwartier
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Scheepvaartkwartier. You might want to make time for a stop at Het Park or Historic Garden Schoonoord.