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Rotterdam Central Station

Rotterdam Central Station: Our most recommended tours and activities

Rotterdam Highlights 2.5-Hour Bike Tour

1. Rotterdam Highlights 2.5-Hour Bike Tour

See Rotterdam from a local perspective, traveling the cycle friendly streets by bike. Join an enthusiastic guide on a tour of Rotterdam’s old and new landmarks, and learn practically everything you need to know about the city and why it is so unique. Available as a group or private option, all tours start from the striking new Rotterdam Centraal Station, completed in 2014 after a decade-long reconstruction. See the imposing City Hall (Stadhuis), and the dramatic new Markthal (Market Hall). Go into the Kop van Zuid district on the south bank of the Nieuwe Maas. Marvel at some of the new developments of the old port area, along with landmark buildings such as the Hotel New York in the former headquarters of Holland America. Admire the Erasmusbridge that connects the north and south of the city, cycle through 2 beautiful parks, and pass some of the city’s most important museums. Stop for a coffee break at a unique location. Get a better idea of the layout of the city, improving your experience when walking or cycling here during the rest of your stay.

Amsterdam: Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Rotterdam

2. Amsterdam: Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Rotterdam

Experience the smooth and hassle-free connection that the NS trains offer between Central Amsterdam and Central Rotterdam with NS trains. Say goodbye to expensive taxi fares, which can typically cost around 150 euros, and the inconveniences of buses or private transfers. If you will eventually be heading back to your original destination, you can purchase a round-trip ticket, saving money and time. Board a modern train to leave your worries behind, and arrive on time at your destination. Staying connected with your friends with free WiFi. All our trains are wheelchairs and bicycles accessible and have a toilet on board. The train is the fastest connection between Amsterdam and Rotterdam. It departs every 6-10 minutes from 05:15 to 00:11 (it might be different for early and late trips) and the travel time is around 1 hour 15 minutes.

Den Haag: Train Transfer Den Haag from/to Rotterdam

3. Den Haag: Train Transfer Den Haag from/to Rotterdam

Experience the smooth and hassle-free connection that the NS trains offer between Central Den Haag and Central Rotterdam with NS trains. Say goodbye to expensive taxi fares, which can typically cost around 50 euros, and the inconveniences of buses or private transfers. If you will eventually be heading back to your original destination, you can purchase a round-trip ticket, saving money and time. Board a modern train to leave your worries behind, and arrive on time at your destination. Staying connected with your friends with free WiFi. All our trains are wheelchairs and bicycles accessible and have a toilet on board. The train is the fastest connection between Den Haag and Rotterdam. It departs every 10-15 minutes from 05:10 to 00:24 (it might be different for early and late trips) and the travel time is around 29 minutes.

Rotterdam: 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour

4. Rotterdam: 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour

This 2-hour guided walking tour takes you from the newly built Central Station, past architecturally iconic locations, and buildings such as The Timmerhuis, designed by the world-famous architects of OMA, and the Markthal, Europe's most unique and beautiful covered market. Your guide will expose you to the everyday life and history of the city. Meet your guide at Rotterdam's Central Station and learn about the Town Hall, St. Lawrence Church, and Europe's first high-rise building. Hear about what happened during the World War II bombing and why the wealth of modern architecture is so abundant in Rotterdam. Next, your guide will take you to see the city's modern structures. Admire the impressive new Markthal, the renowned Cube Houses, and the Erasmus Bridge. Keep walking through beautiful shopping streets and experience the modern Rotterdam lifestyle. As you go along, feel free to ask your guide any questions about the city you may have.

Eindhoven: Train Transfer Eindhoven from/to Rotterdam

5. Eindhoven: Train Transfer Eindhoven from/to Rotterdam

Experience the smooth and hassle-free connection that the NS trains offer between Central Eindhoven and Central Rotterdam with NS trains. Say goodbye to expensive taxi fares, which can typically cost around 150 euros, and the inconveniences of buses or private transfers. If you will eventually be heading back to your original destination, you can purchase a round-trip ticket, saving money and time. Board a modern train to leave your worries behind, and arrive on time at your destination. Staying connected with your friends with free WiFi. All our trains are wheelchairs and bicycles accessible and have a toilet on board. The train is the fastest connection between Eindhoven and Rotterdam. It departs every 30 minutes from 05:44 to 23:44 (it might be different for early and late trips) and the travel time is around 1 hour 02 minutes.

Rotterdam: Art and Architecture Highlights Walking Tour

6. Rotterdam: Art and Architecture Highlights Walking Tour

The tour follows architecture icons like Central Station, The Calypso building and the Theater square. We present the Museum Quarter : The Kunsthal and the New Institute and with the new rising icon – The Boijmans Depot, the first accessible museum depot in the world. On the route there is a series of art dedicated to the drama of the bombarded city, a fresh mix of street art, a spread of art masterpieces whose artists names speak for themselves: Henry Moore, Roden, Picasso, Van Lieshout. Our guide brings you to the most popular art venue – the young, avant-garde Witte de Wit street. The tour includes the area of the futuristic Cube Houses and ends in the Markthal where art and architecture combine in a spectacular way!

Rotterdam Architecture: Centre and South Bank with watertaxi

7. Rotterdam Architecture: Centre and South Bank with watertaxi

Explore Rotterdam through the eyes of an architect on this walking tour with a local architect guide. After meeting your guide at the newly-built Central Station, begin your journey through the city, following an architecturally iconic route which passes highlights like the Lijnbaan post-war modernist shopping area, Timmerhuis – designed by the world-famous architects of OMA, St.Laurens Church, the most unique indoor market in Europe – the Markthal and of course the Cube Houses. At the riverside, board the Watertaxi speedboat and enjoy a thrilling ride to the South Bank, passing under the city's most iconic landmark – the Erasmus bridge. Learn more about the history and future plans for the former harbor area that’s now a must-see flourishing semi-island with high-end architecture and some of the best cafes and restaurants in the city. You will also see the Rotterdam OMA building, the historic Hotel New York, the Fenixloods and the Fenix Food Factory.

Rotterdam: Grand Walking Group Tour

8. Rotterdam: Grand Walking Group Tour

You will meet your guide by the spectacular new gate of Rotterdam, the recently built Central Station. On this 2-hour private walking tour, you will be introduced to the history and the character of this port city, as well as the chronology of its post-war reconstruction. You will first enjoy a walk through the city center where you can get acquainted with the architectural icons and national monuments such as the Groothandelsgebouw, the Lijnbaan shopping area, the neo-classical City Hall and the contemporary Timmerhuis. In the stunning new Markthal, Rotterdam's new indoor market, you’ll stop for a 10-minute break. Afterwards, your walk will continue along the River Maas with amazing views of the Head of South, which is a new development on the South bank. Your tour will then end on the riverside.

Rotterdam: Evening Architecture Walking Tour

9. Rotterdam: Evening Architecture Walking Tour

Discover Rotterdam's architecture from a different perspective on a guided evening walking tour. With your architect guide, admire the modern and contemporary architecture of the city beautifully illuminated for the evening. Meet your guide at the imposing Central Station. Stroll through the city and discover notable landmarks like the Fire Border, the glowing outdoor stage, Theater Square, and the spectacular Boijmans Depot building. Head to the roof of the Depot to admire the views of the breathtaking city skyline. After crossing the trendy Witte de Wit street, see older buildings including the Bijenkorf, the Koopgoot, and St. Laurens Church. Enter the impressive Markthal and stop outside the unique Cube House, where the tour will end. As you explore, you learn more about the development of the city's vibrant mix of architecture with your expert guide.

Utrecht: Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Rotterdam

10. Utrecht: Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Rotterdam

Experience the smooth and hassle-free connection that the NS trains offer between Central Utrecht and Central Rotterdam with NS trains. Say goodbye to expensive taxi fares, which can typically cost around 100 euros, and the inconveniences of buses or private transfers. If you will eventually be heading back to your original destination, you can purchase a round-trip ticket, saving money and time. Board a modern train to leave your worries behind, and arrive on time at your destination. Staying connected with your friends with free WiFi. All our trains are wheelchairs and bicycles accessible and have a toilet on board. The train is the fastest connection between Utrecht and Rotterdam. It departs every 10-20 minutes from 01:10 to 00:18 and the travel time is around 37 minutes (it might be different for early and late trips).

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What people are saying about Rotterdam Central Station

Overall rating

4.7 / 5

based on 306 reviews

Our guide was originally from Rotterdam and put his heart and soul into it (also in German). Which resulted in it being a bit longer. We had no objection to that. We really enjoyed the tour and learned a lot about Rotterdam. At the end you could ask questions and get personal tips. The tour is highly recommended!

Prima en leuke informatie, verteld op een enthousiaste manier door gids Erik. Fietstour is goed te doen, zelfs met 2 klimmetjes.

A very pleasant and informative walk through Rotterdam. Good overview of the city.