Rotterdam Must Do Tour: Highlights, History, WW2 and Architecture
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Rotterdam, Netherlands
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the highlights of Rotterdam on this small-group guided walking tour. See key architectural landmarks such as the Central Station, Groot Handelsgebouw, Luchtsingel, Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk, Market Hall, Cube Houses, the Old Harbor, and more, and learn more about the history and significance of the buildings from your guide.
- 2-hour walking tour of Rotterdam with a local guide
- Visit top landmarks like the Cube Houses and Market Hall
- Choose from different tour times to fit your schedule
- Small group size offers a more personal experience
What's Included
- A local guide
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Stationsplein 10, 3013 AJ Rotterdam, Netherlands
The meeting point is inside the Rotterdam Central station under the `meeting cloud´. This is right in front of the Tourist information center.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Rotterdam
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
2
Rotterdam Centraal Station
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Groot Handelsgebouw
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Shopping District - West-Kruiskade
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Lijnbaan
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Luchtsingel
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Nieuwe Delftse Poort
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Markthal
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
Oude Haven
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 21 reviews
Frank_C, Jun 2025
Mr. Ed was a terrific guide. He entertained us with little known facts unique to Rotterdam and we learned a lot of history too. Very worthwhile tour!
Lorraine_M, Jun 2025
Our Tour Guide Michel was excellent. He Taught us what was necessary to know about the city of Rotterdam.
Roberto_G, Jun 2025
Good conversation. Learned alot about history of Rotterdam. Very interesting throughout. Susan brought the city to life for us. We were very lucky to have her as our guide -- and she is a great person!
Nancy_F, Sep 2024
John was a great guide. It is obvious he loves Rotterdam and is proud to show this city to travelers. Enjoyed his stories and the history he shared with us.
PATRICIAELLEN_M, Aug 2024
Edwin provided an excellent description of the Rotterdam and the reconstruction after WWII. In addition, we viewed wonderful sculpture and fascinating buildings. Thank you Edwin for a wonderful tour
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Gloria_H, Apr 2024
My guide, Susan, was like a good friend, showing me the city. I enjoyed the tour so much! Susan was so knowledgeable about the various buildings, and the best places for getting gifts for my grandchildren. I highly recommend this tour, and especially Susan!! Five stars for sure!
Steven_G, Mar 2024
My ship's arrival was delayed to the same time my tour was to start. I texted the local contact to advise I would arrive by Uber 15 minutes late. I received a call back from Tony, advising that Uber would take too long. After discussing what would be the best way to meet my guide, Susan, he offered to pick me up in his car and drive me to her. Great service.
Susan, also was very accommodating, as my ship's late arrival caused an early departure. I had to be at the ship at the same time as the scheduled end of my tour.
We managed to get to most of the highlights, although at a fast pace.
Under constrained circumstances, Tony and Susan performed great in making my (shortrned) tour a success.
Jane_P, Sep 2023
Rotterdam truely is a beautiful city mainly because of its amazing architecture. We learned all sorts things about this city and were astonished by to learn about its tragic history. If you are ever in The Netherland I would say Rotterdam is a must visit!
Jos_C, Jun 2023
The guide was fantastic and give us very good information.
He explains many about WW II and the connection with the city.
Joseph_R, May 2022
Rotterdam is a lovely city to explore. However, the tour we took was not up to the usual Viator standard. The starting point was switched on the day of the tour and the tour guide could have provided more information on the places visited. Markthal and its surrounding area where we meet were very artistic buildings but i think this was lost on the guide. We looked around Markthal centre before the walk and was most impressed with the inside of the building. I would try a walking tour again in Rotterdam and hope for a better experience.
Adam_S, May 2022
Fun tour. Michel was very informative. Would highly recommend it. Covered the important aspects of Rotterdam
Mary_W, Apr 2022
Michel was a good guide, easy to get along with.
We saw some interesting buildings and felt that we had a good insight for first timers in Rotterdam.
Wim_R, Oct 2021
Very good guide! Tells a lot of the in & outs of Rotterdam.
The whole guided walk gave us a nice view on Rotterdam architecture, the history of Rotterdam, the way people life in Rotterdam. It was the best way to explore and learn about this beautiful city.
Michael_H, Aug 2025
Very informative, very entertaining, incredibly interesting, Edwin is a unique and worth a walk.
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Wim_L, Jun 2025
Edwin was a super guide and explained the history of Rotterdam to us culturally and architecturally very well and clearly. Chapeau!!!
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Annemarie_K, Oct 2021
Toll! Kleine Gruppe, flexibel und der Guide Stephan hat es super gemacht. Wir haben viel gesehen und gelernt.
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