Blijdorp
Rotterdam
Popular places to visit
Ahoy Rotterdam
Catch an event at Ahoy Rotterdam during your trip to Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Erasmus MC
Though Erasmus MC might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Rotterdam while you are here.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
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.
Blijdorp Zoo
Meet the animals who call Blijdorp Zoo home during your trip to Rotterdam. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Things to do
Rotterdam: Miniworld Rotterdam Entry Ticket
The Hague: Madurodam Miniature Park Entry Ticket
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
The Hague: Mauritshuis Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Blijdorp
Carlton Beach
The Usual Rotterdam
Nice and cosy little pod room. Enough space, clean and the bed was very comfortable. Bathrooms were clean and never busy.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Very quiet, clean, nice staff and location perfect.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
citizenM Rotterdam
Room Mate Bruno, Rotterdam
We had a great stay here, comfortable room - shout out to Chantelle who helped us when we had a room issue at the start of our trip. She was incredibly helpful and friendly. The sauna and gym were small but clean and had everything you could need. Hotel is in an excellent location, near trains, tram, ...
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
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Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Blijdorp
Noord
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Noord. You might consider a stop by Blijdorp Zoo while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Provenierswijk
Provenierswijk might not have many top sights, but Holland Casino Rotterdam and De Doelen are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Chinatown
While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
Middelland
While Middelland might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum and De Doelen.
Oude Westen
While there might not be top attractions in Oude Westen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like De Doelen and Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum.
Centrum
Travelers come to Centrum for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Witte de Withstraat and De Doelen while you're in town.
