Discover Rotterdam with a local guide on this walking tour, covering top landmarks and hidden gems. Learn all about the history of the city, from its roots in the 1200s and the devastating WWII bombardments, to its post-WWII rebirth, the major harbor, architecture, culture, and beyond.
- Some highlights: Cube Houses, Markthal, Old Harbor Erasmus bridge and Art Depot - Some hidden Gems: Veerhaven, Shipping Quarter - Themes: History, Culture, Harbor, WWII, Architecture: Present and Future. - Small group of maximum 15 people.
The 2- vs. 3-hour walking tour: In short, the two-hour tour gives you an overview and idea of the city, while the three-hour tour can help you really understand Rotterd...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Architecture: Old, Current and Future building styles and plans
Suggestions where to eat in Markthal (Market hall)
Photo spot suggestions
Stroopwafel (Typical Dutch)
Professional local guide, from Rotterdam, with extended knowledge about architecture and history.
See the cube houses from up close!
Supportive photos and sheets
Small group of max. 15 people
History: From harbor to WWII and rebuilding
Meeting Points
Departure
Vaimoo deelfietsstation Melkkoppad
The starting point is at Museumpark 20, 3015 CX Rotterdam, Netherlands. There are benches around the Chabot Museum.
You can recognize the guide by looking for the YELLOW shoulder bag and yellow RotTOURdam sheets. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the starting time.
Return
Market Hall
We end inside the Markthal. From there you can go and visit the Markthal and enter the demo Cube house on your own. Of course, you will get a full explanation about both the cube houses and Markthal, and the guide will gladly give you tips and advice about where to go and what to visit.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The (Mirrored) Art Depot of Boijmans van Beuningen, with other places in the Museum District. Here you will learn about all the museums and the Land of Hoboken.
15 minutes
2
Nieuwe Werk
Het Scheepvaartkwartier (Shipping Quarter) is a hidden gem of the outer city center; a place many Rotterdammers don't even know about. Here you will experience the open and wide feeling of this beautiful harbor city! From the side of the river Maas, you will be able to see Hotel New York, Steam Ship Rotterdam and Erasmusbrug.
30 minutes
3
Erasmusbrug
The Erasmus bridge is the big white bridge, crossing the river Meuse (Maas) and connecting north to south. It is an icon to the city and here you will hear all about the Second World War, the invasion, and bombardment of Rotterdam.
20 minutes
4
Maritiem Museum Rotterdam
In the Maritime District you find many last of their kind boats aging over a 100-years. We will walk through this open-air museum, and you feel like you're back in time!
10 minutes
5
The Destroyed City
One of the most important statues in the city of Rotterdam regarding the Second World War, at Square 1940, with lots of meaning and history.
10 minutes
6
Witte Huis
The White House is a historical icon and used to be the tallest office tower in Europe!
15 minutes
7
Oude Haven
The old harbor is one of the oldest harbors in The Netherlands and also very cozy! From here, we have a great view of the cube houses, which will see from up close at our next stop!
15 minutes
8
Kubuswoningen
The cube houses might be one of the most famous sightseeing locations in the city. While we walk through the street of cube houses (Overblaak), tou will learn everything about the why, how and architecture. You will walk through the 'concrete forest' on the way to the market square.
10 minutes
9
Markthal
After we visited the market square, we will end the tour inside The Markthal. This made Rotterdam extra famous and is a modern indoor market with lots of food and colors! We also call it our modern Sistine Chapel, and you will find out why!
Discover Rotterdam with a local guide on this walking tour, covering top landmarks and hidden gems. Learn all about the history of the city, from its roots in the 1200s and the devastating WWII bombardments, to its post-WWII rebirth, the major harbor, architecture, culture, and beyond.
- Some highlights: Cube Houses, Markthal, Old Harbor Erasmus bridge and Art Depot - Some hidden Gems: Veerhaven, Shipping Quarter - Themes: History, Culture, Harbor, WWII, Architecture: Present and Future. - Small group of maximum 15 people.
The 2- vs. 3-hour walking tour: In short, the two-hour tour gives you an overview and idea of the city, while the three-hour tour can help you really understand Rotterd...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Architecture: Old, Current and Future building styles and plans
Suggestions where to eat in Markthal (Market hall)
Photo spot suggestions
Stroopwafel (Typical Dutch)
Professional local guide, from Rotterdam, with extended knowledge about architecture and history.
See the cube houses from up close!
Supportive photos and sheets
Small group of max. 15 people
History: From harbor to WWII and rebuilding
Meeting Points
Departure
Vaimoo deelfietsstation Melkkoppad
The starting point is at Museumpark 20, 3015 CX Rotterdam, Netherlands. There are benches around the Chabot Museum.
You can recognize the guide by looking for the YELLOW shoulder bag and yellow RotTOURdam sheets. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the starting time.
Return
Market Hall
We end inside the Markthal. From there you can go and visit the Markthal and enter the demo Cube house on your own. Of course, you will get a full explanation about both the cube houses and Markthal, and the guide will gladly give you tips and advice about where to go and what to visit.
