The 29 most beautiful sights and museums to visit in Rotterdam
Port of Rotterdam has many faces. The unique skyline for the Netherlands with the famous Erasmusbrug as an eye-catcher. Notable attractions such as the Euromast and De Hef. The harbours with the Wilhelminapier, the prestigious Hotel New York and the unique Steamship SS Rotterdam. Modern architecture such as the spectacular Kunsthal, the impressive Station Rotterdam Centraal and the unique cube houses designed by Piet Blom. The picturesque Delfshaven, in the west of the city, with beautiful quays, historic buildings and beautiful monuments. But also world-class museums such as the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. In Rotterdam you will not get bored and with a city guide from LeukeTip you can easily plan your perfect day or weekend in this city.
Beurstraverse
Right in the center you will find this half-underground shopping street with over 80 shops in the field of fashion, lifestyle, gifts and hospitality.
Witte de Withstraat
This hip, lively street is the ideal place for lunch, dinner and beers. You will also find shops that are slightly different and art galleries.
Nederlands Fotomuseum
This is the National Museum of Photography with an impressive collection of more than five million images. From documentary to contemporary.
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Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk
The Laurenskerk is full of stories and is the only monument from the Middle Ages in Rotterdam. Take a look at exhibitions or go for a tower climb.
Fenix Food Factory
The Fenix Food Factory is a space where everything is fresh. Open the doors of the converted harbour shed and step into a delightful, culinary world.
De Hofbogen
In the arches under the former Hofpleinspoorviaduct you will find dozens of special entrepreneurs. From bakery to furniture store, everything tasty Rotterdam.
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Kubuswoningen
Because of the striking design you will not get around these Kubuswoningen. Take a beautiful picture and look inside the open Kijkkubus.
Wilhelminapier
The Wilhelminapier is at and top Rotterdam. Architecture, culture and restaurants come together in this area where something always happens.
Maritiem Museum
Go on a journey through our maritime present and past. Listen to stories, admire masterpieces and experience the historic ships in the museum harbour.
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Trompenburg Tuinen & Arboretum
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city in this garden and discover a wealth of unique plants. This is a wonderful place to walk and look around.
Mariniersmuseum
Experience what the Marines experience all over the world. Spread over three floors you will find more than 350 years of patriotic history.
Wereldmuseum
The collection in this museum gives you a picture of the development of Rotterdam as a metropolis. From the colonial past to objects from the present.
Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen
Go on a journey through the history of art. Dutch and European masterpieces give an overview from the early Middle Ages to the 21st century.
Luchtsingel
The 390 metre long Luchtsingel connects Rotterdam North with Rotterdam Centre. Climb on stairs and explore this forgotten area.
Kunsthal Rotterdam
Go in the Kunsthal on a fascinating tour of ancient masters, fascinating photographs, forgotten cultures, innovative design and contemporary art.
Rijnhavenbrug
This pedestrian and cyclist bridge over the Rijnhaven forms the connection between the Wilhelminapier and Katendrecht.
Witte de With Center for Contemporary Art
In this center for contemporary art you will find innovative exhibitions with art by well-known and emerging artists.
Stoomschip ss Rotterdam
Discover this former cruise ship, blow out on the bow, sip a cup of coffee and enjoy the view of Rotterdam's magical skyline.
Drijvend Paviljoen
This striking structure consists of three futuristic floating spheres. The pavilion serves as an example for sustainable building on water.
Erasmusbrug
This Rotterdam icon is 800 metres long and 139 metres high. Thanks to the bent asymmetrical steel pylon, the bridge is also known as 'The Zwaan'.
Delfshaven
This picturesque district in the west of Rotterdam gives you a glimpse into the city's rich past. Discover beautiful quays and beautiful monuments.
Station Rotterdam Centraal
Every day 110,000 travelers pass this striking station with international allure. The striking shape makes it a real eye-catcher.
Het Witte Huis
Visit the 43-metre-high viewing platform at the Art Nouveau style house. On the ground floor you will find the Grand Café and cocktail bar Elit.
Schorem Haarsnijder en Barbier
In this artisan barbershop, men are welcome for a traditional haircut and shave. A visit to this place is a real experience.
Café Rotterdam
Thanks to the elevated terrace and the view over the river Maas and the skyline of the city, Café Rotterdam is also called the 'Eretribune aan de Maas'.
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