Things to Do in Rotterdam

Uncover Rotterdam's hidden gems with a self-guided digital scavenger hunt. Explore the landmarks at your own pace.

Board a cruise to see the major seaports and harbor of Rotterdam. Admire the city skyline, learn about the history of the area from your live guide, and choose to indulge in coffee and cake.

Discover the vibrant and dynamic city of Rotterdam on this exciting bicycle tour (3hr) that takes you to some of the most iconic and historic locations the city has to offer.

A 75-minute tour of Europe’s largest port

Discover Rotterdam’s unique design with our professional architect guides and immerse yourself in the city’s alluring charm with this walking tour.

• Enjoy the thrill of exploring Rotterdam aboard an amphibious bus, part city drive, part river cruise, on a unique 1-hour sightseeing tour.
• Journey through the city center, taking in landmarks and the skyline from the streets of Rotterdam before splashing into the Maas River to complete your adventure.
• Learn about the city’s rich history through live commentary from expert guides or a multilingual audio guide.
• Relax and enjoy the best of both worlds with a city sightseeing tour combined with a short harbor cruise, offering two experiences in one activity.

You'll explore The Hague's iconic landmarks. There's a professional photography session. The experience takes you to Scheveningen's coast.

Discover the Netherlands' capitals in a single day. Includes a walking tour of The Hague (Peace Palace), free time for lunch at the Markthal in Rotterdam, and a visit to a Royal Delftware factory.

Your bike or walking tour will be a true experience! We are 2 stewardesses with years of travel experience and know better than anyone how incredibly fun and insanely interesting it is to experience a city by bike or on foot with an enthusiastic local guide. This has inspired us to turn your tour into a true urban experience. In addition to all the highlights that are a must, we also take you to a number of "hidden places" in the city. Such as a surprising inner garden in the center, an authentic food shed and trendy hidden alleys that will often remain unknown to many other visitors to Rotterdam, but which we, as true locals, would like to share with you. During this tour we will also introduce you to the nicknames of various statues and buildings that are so characteristic of Rotterdam residents. In short, after your trip you will feel like a real Rotterdammer.

Feel, see and hear the old Dutch Masters in this immersive experience!

Have you ever heard of an amphibious bus? Come discover it with this tour! You'll tour the streets of Rotterdam and cruise the city's river. 

• Experience a scenic 75-minute harbor cruise in Rotterdam, one of the world’s most bustling ports. Board from either Parkhaven 13 or Boompjeskade 123.
• Discover Rotterdam’s impressive skyline as you pass landmarks such as the Hotel New York, the historic former headquarters of the Holland America Line.
• Marvel at the dynamic activity of sea-going vessels and inland ships navigating one of the busiest ports in the world.
• Learn more about Rotterdam’s maritime past and present through a multilingual guide and live onboard commentary.
• Enhance your onboard experience with delicious Dutch pancakes or other food and beverages available for purchase.

Book a guided tour of Feyenoord Stadium with an expert guide! Walk the players' tunnel, visit the locker rooms, and relive the legendary moments of Dutch football history.

Experience the beautifully preserved windmills in the historic and UNESCO-recognized Kinderdijk Village. Enjoy a delightful boat tour, and see fascinating exhibits about Dutch culture.

We will see examples of utopian architecture - cubic houses, autonomous buildings providing energy and water to sustain themselves, futuristic church, constructor-house, the most magnificent market in the world, majestic Maas, hooligan-gnome, Kind Ladybug, the biggest art object in the country and so much more. We'll talk about contemporary architecture, fantastic innovative, social and eco-projects. But we are not forgetting about the city's past. And we will also show you how it feels to live in Rotterdam today. We'll try to find local sights by their nicknames and discover the mystery of the town hall. We'll get to know why the great humanist still scares children. You can be sure that we'll also try the tastiest food Rotterdam has to offer - starting from fritters and ending with local sausages and herring. And of course, we will take some great pictures too! We will be happy to show you our favorite and most interesting spots in this amazing city. See you in Rotterdam!

See Rotterdam from the road and river on a transforming bus/boat adventure

On this art and architecture tour in Rotterdam, we'll learn all the details about the most important buildings and outdoor artworks in the city!

• Experience 30 minutes of high-speed RIB action with spins and waves, followed by 15 minutes sightseeing, combining adrenaline and city views perfectly.
• See the city’s must-visit sights including Erasmusbrug, Zalmtoren, Veerhaven, Euromast, SS Rotterdam, Hotel New York, and De Rotterdam on a thrilling harbor journey.
• A skilled local skipper navigates the RIB boat safely, sharing insider tips and stories about Rotterdam’s skyline, harbors, and maritime history.
• Equipped with weather essentials like rain suits, goggles, and winter accessories, you can fully enjoy the RIB speedboat adventure without worrying about conditions.

Dive into history with a complete tour of the iconic ss Rotterdam. Explore the upper decks and the engine room with an engaging audio guide.

Experience a tour of Rotterdam unlike any other. Ride a unique amphibious bus that drives through the city and cruises on the Maas River. Enjoy a thrilling tour to see Rotterdam’s major landmarks from both land and water.

On this half-day private tour, you will discover Rotterdam and Delft. See the highlights of both cities together with our passionate guide. Two private walking tours and a transfer between the cities is included. In Delft, you wander through cobbled streets, past tranquil canals, and centuries of Dutch history. It’s the city of Vermeer, William of Orange, and Delft Blue pottery. Rotterdam stands in bold contrast to Delft: a modern metropolis rebuilt after the war, full of striking architecture, creativity, and energy. Together, they show two completely different sides of the Netherlands. You can do this tour both ways: starting in Delft or starting in Rotterdam. You can also choose to be picked up and dropped off somewhere else, like in Amsterdam. And remember: It is you who determines the pace of this tour.

Feast your belly on pancakes, and your eyes on Rotterdam's skyline

Indulge your taste buds on this food tour of Rotterdam. We'll discover the international influence of the Dutch culinary tradition in all its delicious recipes!

• Enjoy a 4-hour guided tour of Rotterdam's breweries and scenic boat rides, complete with tastings and local snacks included.
• Experience the city’s vibrant culture as you sample a variety of regional blends and snacks, like bitterballen.
• Visit the city's only city brewery since 1995, Pelgrim City Brewery, and enjoy a cheese tasting at the Fenix Food Factory.
• Listen to engaging and informative commentary from your English or Dutch-speaking guide about the riverside sights you see.
• Take in Rotterdam’s skyline and waterfront sights with two scenic water taxi rides between brewery stops.

Discover the beating heart of the ss Rotterdam during a visit to the engine room. Explore the impressive machinery with an audio guide and a ship host.

Discover Amsterdam with the official I amsterdam City Card. Visit world-class museums and attractions for free, get unlimited access to Amsterdam's public transport, and enjoy a free canal cruise.

Discover Rotterdam’s bold food scene on this guided food tour with 7 unique tastings in the heart of the city. Skip standard sightseeing and explore iconic spots like the famous Markthal, the eccentric Cube Houses, and the riverside near the Erasmus Bridge, while tasting some of the city’s most exciting plant-based food. Get ready for a surprising plantpowered “cheese” tasting to daring sweet-and-savory pastries and next-level street food. Led by a local guide, you’ll visit independent food spots and meet the rebel entrepreneurs redefining Rotterdam’s food scene with bold, innovative ideas. Along the way you’ll hear the real stories behind the city and learn the funny nicknames locals use for landmarks like the Erasmus Bridge (“The Swan”) and the city's most controversial statue, officially named Santa Claus but known by every local as Gnome Buttplug. Come hungry and experience Rotterdam’s famous no-nonsense energy, one bite at a time.

Discover Rotterdam with a one-day pass valid on trains, metros and buses!

Take in the views of Holland's architectural gems, The De Rotterdam building, as you walk through Rotterdam and enjoy a watertaxi ride on this guided tour!

Explore the upper decks of the ss Rotterdam with an audio guide. Get insights into life on board and explore key areas of this historic cruise ship.

Join a sightseeing tour of Rotterdam's city center and learn all about its history. Gaze at landmarks like Central Station, Markethall, The Koopgoot, and the Leuvehaven.

Kinderdijk Photography tour gives you a different view on the UNESCO Kinderdijk windmill site, a unique complete Dutch watermanagement system that is still partly active. You will discover the windmill scenery: goose, reeds, and the surrouning landscapes with different water levels. Also a local pastry and warm drink is included, as well as a stop at a biological cheesefarm. And you will not miss anything as we included a boattour and entrance to the visitor windmill. Your private guide speaks fluent English or Spanish. OPTIONAL: add a bike instead of the boat tour and make a nice extra round. Please note: if you wish to buy cheese at the farm, payments have to be made in cash or by PIN. Creditcard payments unfortunately will be not accepted.

View amazing exhibits, create digital art, and enjoy unlimited pancakes!

Unsure how to get to Keukenhof from Rotterdam or The Hague? This self-guided day trip is the answer. Travel on a comfortable bus to this breathtaking garden!

Discover the charm of Kinderdijk, where history and nature meet in a remarkable setting. Book now to visit the largest historic windmill complex in the world.

Experience one of the world's most innovative ports in all its glory on this city cruise in Rotterdam. Admire the city's skyline from the comfort of your vessel with an audio guide.

Nowhere can you personalise your trip like with us. You can add any pick-up location in the Rotterdam area. This journey between the main cities of Rotterdam and Amsterdam is the most chosen route in the Netherlands. Our drivers have many years of experience with this route.

Naturalistic animal habitats make this one of Europe's most beautiful zoos!

Discover a world of avant-garde architecture on this private tour of Rotterdam's unique skyline. You'll explore the Dutch city with a professional architect!

Visit Rotterdam at your own pace with this private guided tour. See a Cubic House, admire local architecture and learn more about the history of the city.

Enjoy Keukenhof at your leisure on a luxurious roundtrip day tour from Rotterdam Cruise Terminal or Rotterdam Central Station. Luxury coach transport and Keukenhof entry included. Official partner.

Would you like to get acquainted with the futuristic ideas in all the different areas of urban life there is? Are you curious to see what Europe will look like in the 22nd century? Then we would like to invite you to this Rotterdam tour! There are so many fascinating things to discover in Rotterdam: modern architecture, fabulous landscape design projects, social or technological innovations, contemporary street art, innovative fashion projects like clothing made of orange peel, delicious food, and many other things, that will definitely blow your imagination! Our road will take us to all of the most famous and absolutely amazing buildings, such as a futuristic church, The Cube Houses, Erasmus Bridge, the first European skyscraper, ‘The Pencil’ and ‘The Apple’ buildings and, of course, Markthall. More tours(food, history, street art, architecture, modern art, museums, small towns, countryside, by bikes, ships, balloons, photo tours) in the Netherlands on Snurk.Travel.

See the magnificent beauty of the largest port of Europe!

With this ticket to the Euromast Tower in Rotterdam, you'll enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the main port city in the Netherlands.

Play a self-guided scavenger tour with friends and family, start and pause whenever you want, take your time to visit the city.

Experience an immersive multimedia spectacle designed to blur the boundaries of perception and spark curiosity. See, hear, feel and share this unique digital art audiovisual experience.

Rotterdam’s beer scene is booming, so if you’re into boats and beers this tour is for you! During this experience you get to visit breweries by watertaxi and taste some of the best beers that the city has to offer. On the way your guide will show you around and tell you wonderful stories about this amazing city. In total you will get four or five beers in three breweries, snacks and two watertaxi rides, a guarantee for a fantastic afternoon! This tour can also be booked as a private tour for a group of eight or more participants.

Experience two top attractions in Rotterdam with one ticket

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Take advantage of your Rotterdam fitness pass for 1, 2 and 4 entry options and discover a wide range of classes in different leading gyms.