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Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Guided Tour from Amsterdam
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Rotterdam in half a day: All-inclusive, Authentic private Tour of Rotterdam
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Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket
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Royal Delft: Delftblue Factory and Museum
What to do in Rotterdam
Popular places to visit
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
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
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.
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
During your visit to Rotterdam, you can do some window-shopping at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Maritime Museum
As one of the largest and oldest port cities in Europe, it’s fitting that Rotterdam boasts one of the continent’s most impressive nautical museums.
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 University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Erasmus University during your stay in Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Areas of Rotterdam
Centrum
Travelers come to Centrum for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Rotterdam City Theatre and Lijnbaan while you're in town.
Stadsdriehoek
If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.
Cool
While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Lijnbaan and Witte de Withstraat.
Delfshaven
This quaint portside suburb is best known as the place where the Pilgrims set off for the New World and it offers an authentic taste of the Holland of old.
Charlois
Discover Charlois, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Charlois include Ahoy Rotterdam and Zuidplein Shopping Centre, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Rotterdam, Maashaven.
Feijenoord
Waterfront views, bars, and seaside views are some highlights of Feijenoord. Make a stop by Fenix Food Factory or Luxor Theater while you're exploring.
