Tourist Places in Rotterdam

The second most populous city in Netherlands, Rotterdam has risen like a phoenix after the WWII mass destruction it witnessed. Today it is know for its amazing reconstruction through innovative urban designs, beautiful inter-city canals, charming bridges, Dutch delicacies, a great café culture and a buzzing nightlife.

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Things To See & Do

De Kuip (Stadion Feijenoord)

De Kuip (Stadion Feijenoord)

Watch a Football Game
Completed in the year 1937, this large stadium with a seating capacity of 51,117 is the best place to catch exciting football matches of the three major football clubs of Rotterdam and visiting teams.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

SS Rotterdam

SS Rotterdam

Stay at a Luxurious Cruise Hotel
Launched in 1958 by Queen Juliana of the Netherlands and completed in the following year, this former ocean liner and cruise ship was converted into a luxurious hotel in the year 2010.

Minimum 1 day

Suggested Time

Huis Sonneveld

Huis Sonneveld

Take an Audio Tour of a House Museum
The iconic home of the director of the Van Nelle Design Factory, this innovative structure was designed by architects Leendert van der Vlugt and Johannes Andreas Brinkman and is a great example of Dutch Functionalism.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

Explore Rotterdams Architecture

Explore Rotterdams Architecture

Go on a Walking Tour
Home to leading architectural firms, unique structures, innovative urban estates and an impressive skyline dotted with skyscrapers, Rotterdam is the hub of great design and architecture. There are several local companies here that organise walking tours to explore it all.

2.5-3 hours

Suggested Time

Van Nelle Fabriek

Van Nelle Fabriek

Explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site
A 20th century factory that was used to process tea, coffee, tobacco, cigarettes, instant pudding and rice, this structure was redesigned and rebuilt by architect Leendert van der Vlugt and civil engineer J.G. Wiebenga between 1925 and 1931.

1-1.5 hours

Suggested Time

Pancake Boat Cruise

Pancake Boat Cruise

Eat and Explore
Home to an impressive skyline and a vast harbour, Rotterdam provides the perfect backdrop for a cruise tour. Spend a couple of hours cruising gently down the Rhine river and its tributaries like Maas, marvelling at the different spots of the city.

1.5-2 hours

Suggested Time

Katendrecht District

Katendrecht District

Relish a Local Culinary Extravaganza
Originally an autonomous village and later merged into Rotterdam in the early 19th century, this peninsula located on the southern banks of Rotterdam’s harbour has become a culinary hub with independent breweries, hangout places and sophisticated restaurants.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Rotterdam

A year round destination

  • MAR-AUG

    Peak Season

  • SEP-NOV

    Moderate Season

  • DEC-FEB

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Moderately cool days during March-May and comfortably warm days during June-August.
  • Things You'll Love:Cruise tours, national park visits, café hopping and walking on the bridges.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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ABN World Tennis TournamentFebruary

Art Rotterdam WeekFebruary

International Queer & Migrant Film FestivalDecember

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Hotel Maassluis

Hotel Maassluis

South Holland, Maassluis

₹12,786

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Motel One Rotterdam

Motel One Rotterdam

Centrum, Rotterdam

₹6,460

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The James Hotel Rotterdam

The James Hotel Rotterdam

Centrum, Rotterdam

₹5,588

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Bed Bites & Business Hotel Rotterdam

Bed Bites & Business Hotel Rotterdam

Feijenoord, Rotterdam

₹12,141

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Stadsvilla Mout

Stadsvilla Mout

South Holland, Schiedam

3/5

₹10,045

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PREMIER SUITES PLUS Rotterdam

PREMIER SUITES PLUS Rotterdam

Centrum, Rotterdam

₹13,859

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Rotterdam Marriott Hotel

Rotterdam Marriott Hotel

Centrum, Rotterdam

4.8/5

₹16,090

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Hilton Rotterdam

Hilton Rotterdam

Centrum, Rotterdam

4.3/5

₹15,174

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Mainport Hotel Rotterdam by Hilton

Mainport Hotel Rotterdam by Hilton

Centrum, Rotterdam

5/5

₹19,139

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Tourist Places & Memorable Experiences in Rotterdam

Holiday on your mind? Rotterdam is an incredible tourist destination for International based travel. Know more about the destination before you plan a perfect trip there.

Top festivals celebrated here are ABN World Tennis Tournament, Art Rotterdam Week, International Queer & Migrant Film Festival and International Film Festival Rotterdam in the months of February, February, December and January/February respectively. You can visit during these months to enjoy the celebrations! Tourists like to travel to Rotterdam in March, April, May, June, July and August to enjoy moderately cool days during March-May and comfortably warm days during June-August! Even September, October and November is a preferred time to visit as its a shoulder season offering chilly months with intermittent week-long rain and snowfall for tourists. You can enjoy the best of both worlds during this time.

December, January and February is the off season for tourism in Rotterdam. Main things to do in Rotterdam are Rotterdam Zoo, The Cube Houses and Euromast. Tick all of these off your bucket list to make memories for lifetime. Have a safe trip!

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Rotterdam

What are the things that you should not miss out on when you are in Rotterdam?

If you are a true traveller, you should definitely not miss out on Rotterdam Zoo, The Cube Houses, and Euromast when you are in Rotterdam to make a funfilled vacay.

What are the best places to visit in Rotterdam?

The most loved attractions in Rotterdam are Rotterdam Zoo, The Cube Houses and Euromast.

Which are the best heritage places to explore in Rotterdam?

The best heritage places in Rotterdam are Van Nelle Fabriek, Kinderdijk and Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. You will have an amazing time exploring these heritage places in Rotterdam and will definitely come back home with a bag full of lovely memories.

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