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The 15 Best Rotterdam Tours & Day Trips

67 tours  ·  from $4 a head

Rotterdam lost its centre in 1940 and rebuilt it as an argument about architecture. These 15 cover the harbour by water, the cube houses and the market hall, with prices, durations and the ones that run from Amsterdam.

Rotterdam: Harbor Sightseeing Cruise - From Willemsplein to the working docks
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Rotterdam: Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

1.Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 7,599 reviews · 1h 15m · from $22Our pick

See Rotterdam’s working port, container terminals, skyline, and SS Rotterdam on a comfortable 75-minute harbor cruise.

“Lovely relaxing cruise of the docks. And some view of the city.”

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Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour - Starting in central Rotterdam
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Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour

2.1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,299 reviews · 1 hour · from $35

Ride Rotterdam’s amphibious Splash Bus through the city and onto the Maas River, with skyline views, lively commentary, and family-friendly fun.

“It was something totally different, and a unique way to see the port of Rotterdam, with the opportunity to sit at the front for a short while made it extra special.”

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Rotterdam: Rotterdam Zoo Blijdorp Entry Ticket - Oceanium: Rotterdam’s best all-weather stop
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Rotterdam: Rotterdam Zoo Blijdorp Entry Ticket

3.Rotterdam Zoo Blijdorp Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,754 reviews · 1 day · from $32

Explore Rotterdam Zoo Blijdorp with fast-track entry, from Amazonica butterflies and Oceanium sharks to giraffes, elephants, and polar bears.

“The zoo has enormous area to walk through and various amount of animals! Totally worth it!”

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Rotterdam: Euromast Lookout Tower Ticket - The Euroscoop at 185 meters
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Rotterdam: Euromast Lookout Tower Ticket

4.Euromast Lookout Tower Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,549 reviews · from $21

See Rotterdam from the Euromast, with wide city and harbor views, optional glass-floor Euroscoop, coffee, meals, and flexible cancellation.

“Great views across Rotterdam. Entered straight into the Euromast and could go to the very top. If you are scared of heights may not be for you.”

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Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise - The first plate: choosing your pancake style
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Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise

5.Pancake Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,986 reviews · 1h 15m · from $31

Cruise Rotterdam’s Maas River for 75 minutes with unlimited sweet and savory Dutch pancakes, city views, family fun, and vegan options.

“LOADS to eat, you will not be disappointed! The boat was charming, if you want to sit upstairs then book party sizes 4 or smaller together (even if you are more than that), parties over 4 people sit downstairs. The ball pit for the kids to play in was small, and if there are a lot of kids on the cruise it would be chaos! Adults would be hard-pressed to climb into the pit for rescue purposes.”

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Rotterdam: Kinderdijk UNESCO World Heritage Entry Ticket - Starting with the film and exhibition
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Rotterdam: Kinderdijk UNESCO World Heritage Entry Ticket

Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide - Boarding beneath the Euromast at Parkhaven
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Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide

7.Harbor Cruise with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,270 reviews · 1h 15m · from $14

See Rotterdam from the Maas River on a 75-minute harbor cruise with live commentary, skyline views, port sights, and optional coffee and cake.

“Great tour - good information - friendly staff - lovely apple pie (or cake) & coffee. Make sure you book the tour for $20 Euro that includes the coffee & cake.”

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Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise on a Historic Ship - Boarding beside Erasmus Bridge
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Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise on a Historic Ship

9.Harbor Cruise on a Historic Ship

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 812 reviews · from $20

Cruise Rotterdam’s working harbor aboard historic Nehalennia for bridges, cargo ships, modern architecture, and Dutch, English, or German commentary.

“this is a very nice experience. you can sit down comfortably at the table, both inside the boat and outside, and watch the passing-by landscape while enjoying refreshing drinks. the tour guide offers interesting pieces of information all throughout the trip. the boat isn’t going too fast, so you have a lot of time to appreciate the view and take pictures.”

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Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk - Arriving at Kinderdijk and planning your visit
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Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk

10.Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 542 reviews · from $11Best value

Ride Rotterdam’s Waterbus to Kinderdijk or Dordrecht for a flexible day on the water, with free bike transport and scenic South Holland views.

“Finding the departure site was the only bad part of the experience. That needed to be more clear-give an address or gps info. The ride to and the time at Kinderdijk was wonderful. The price of admission was included with this ticket so it was a good value.”

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Biesbosch: Boat Cruise through National Park - What makes Biesbosch special from the water
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Biesbosch: Boat Cruise through National Park

Werkendam: Boat Cruise and Biesbosch Museum Entry Ticket - What happens during the 75-minute cruise
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Werkendam: Boat Cruise and Biesbosch Museum Entry Ticket

Rotterdam: 2.5-Hour Highlights Bike Tour - Starting at Baan 175 near Leuvehaven
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Rotterdam: 2.5-Hour Highlights Bike Tour

13.2.5-Hour Highlights Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 399 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $38

See Rotterdam by bike in 2.5 hours, from Markthal and Central Station to Kop van Zuid, the Erasmus Bridge, parks, and a coffee stop.

“We had a very good tour with a knowledgeable guide. We touched the major points of the city and she managed to give us the feeling of a vibrant city with a bustling economy. The ride on the Erasmus Bridge was a bit challenging but nobody was rushed so in the end it was fine. Highly recommended.”

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Rotterdam: Steamship Rotterdam Audio Tour Entry Ticket - Choosing between the three routes
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Rotterdam: Steamship Rotterdam Audio Tour Entry Ticket

15.Steamship Rotterdam Audio Tour Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 325 reviews · 1 day · from $16

Tour SS Rotterdam in Rotterdam with an audio guide, exploring its bridge, captain’s cabin, stylish interiors, and optional engine-room areas.

“My wife & I both thoroughly enjoyed the tour with various knowledgable guides, some of who had worked on the liner. We paid extra for the 1 hour engine room tour which was well worth the money. Enjoyed a glass of wine on the deck in the September sunshine after completing our tour.”

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