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Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥17,072 per adult
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Rotterdam Cheese Farm Experience Kinderdijk Private Max 8 Persons

Rotterdam Cheese Farm Experience Kinderdijk Private Max 8 Persons

Activity duration is 6 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥15,791 per adult
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Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise

Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥4,613 per adult
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The Hague: Guided Bike Tour with Storyteller Guide

The Hague: Guided Bike Tour with Storyteller Guide

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥5,234 per adult
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Rotterdam: Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

Rotterdam: Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
6.4 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥3,105 per adult
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What to do in Rotterdam

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Erasmus Bridge which includes night scenes, cycling and a bridge

Erasmus Bridge

4.5/5(114 reviews)

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 Bridge
Euromast showing a lake or waterhole, a garden and landscape views

Euromast

4/5(35 reviews)

The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.

Euromast
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SS Rotterdam

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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.

SS Rotterdam
Kinderdijk showing a windmill and a river or creek

Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout

4.5/5(44 reviews)

See the largest collection of authentic windmills in the Netherlands as you cycle or hike through this picturesque World Heritage site.

Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
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Markthal Rotterdam

4.5/5(22 reviews)

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.

Markthal Rotterdam
Maritime Museum showing a square or plaza

Maritime Museum

4/5(29 reviews)

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.

Maritime Museum
Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum showing art and interior views

Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum

4/5(10 reviews)

Admire one of the finest collections of artwork in Europe, which features Dutch Old Masters as well as abstract and contemporary pieces.

Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum

Ahoy Rotterdam

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Catch an event at Ahoy Rotterdam during your trip to Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Ahoy Rotterdam

Blijdorp Zoo

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Meet the animals who call Blijdorp Zoo home during your trip to Rotterdam. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Blijdorp Zoo

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Rotterdam

Euromast featuring a garden, landscape views and a lake or waterhole

Centrum

Brimming with landmarks like Market Hall, Euromast, and Cube houses, this bustling borough offers a mix of modern and historic attractions. Easily accessible by metro, it's bordered by the Nieuwe Maas River, providing picturesque views.

Centrum
Rotterdam which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

Cool

While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Lijnbaan and Witte de Withstraat.

Cool
Maritime Museum showing outdoor art and a square or plaza

Stadsdriehoek

4.5/5(50 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.

Stadsdriehoek
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Feijenoord

Waterfront views, bars, and seaside views are some highlights of Feijenoord. Make a stop by Luxor Theater or De Rotterdam while you're exploring.

Feijenoord
De Ster and De Lelie

Kralingen-Crooswijk

Kralingen-Crooswijk is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kralingse Bos Park and Arboretum Trompenburg.

Kralingen-Crooswijk
Rumor has it, it takes a full day trip on a boat, to only partly discover all there is to experience in the port of Rotterdam. Rumor 2: in order to make the port more attractive, cranes have been designed to appear more cheerful and humanoid.

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.

Charlois

Popular day trips from Rotterdam

Delft showing a river or creek and street scenes

Delft

Kinderdijk showing a windmill and a river or creek

Dordrecht

Alkmaar showing heritage elements and heritage architecture

Gouda

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Hoek van Holland

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Schiedam

Spijkenisse featuring a windmill and heritage architecture

Spijkenisse

Vlaardingen

Vlaardingen

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Barendrecht

Frequently asked questions

Is Rotterdam worth visiting?
Known for its views and nature, discovering awesome things to do in Rotterdam is a cinch. Make sure to add Blijdorp Zoo to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Rotterdam?
When you've checked off leading attractions like Blijdorp Zoo and Maritime Museum, spend some time experiencing Rotterdam's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Rotterdam?
Blijdorp Zoo is one of the top tourist attractions in Rotterdam and should be high on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Rotterdam?
Three days in Rotterdam is more than enough to visit the city's major attractions. Many guests book for three days on average. Blijdorp Zoo, Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum and Luxor Theater are among the top-rated sights. Want to discover more? Stick around a bit longer to explore nearby hotspots like Schiphol.
Is Rotterdam a walkable city?
With exciting neighborhoods and top sights within walking distance of the city center, Rotterdam is a great place to visit on foot. Enjoy wandering between Blijdorp Zoo and Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum. Then take a stroll through Centrum, located 0.64 kilometers from the center, and Stadsdriehoek, which is about 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Rotterdam with kids?
If you're searching for activities and attractions for all of your group, here are some awesome ideas for what to do in Rotterdam with kids.

What to do in Rotterdam for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Rotterdam, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at SS Rotterdam or Markthal Rotterdam.
Are there free things to do in Rotterdam?
One of the simplest ways to discover free things to do in Rotterdam is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on vibrant neighborhoods, parks and other attractions you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Beurstraverse is one place that doesn't have an admission fee.