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Rotterdam: River Cruise and Euromast Entrance Ticket

1. Rotterdam: River Cruise and Euromast Entrance Ticket

Admire Rotterdam’s famous attractions from the water aboard a 1-hour cruise sailing down the Maas River, which includes live commentary and an entrance ticket to the popular Euromast viewing tower. Board the cruise and, as the journey begins, look up to see a unique view of the Euromast. Glide past such renown landmarks like SS Rotterdam, Kop van Zuid, and Hotel New York. Continue down the river an pass by the White House, the Willems Bridge, city’s port, and other impressive buildings decorating the skyline. Listen to the onboard guide as they tell you interesting facts about Rotterdam and what makes the city’s architecture so special. Explore the open decks that allow you to feel the cooling river breeze and see the city from many vantage points that provide perfect photo opportunities. Experience a relaxing alternative to sightsee in Rotterdam- a perfect way to see the city free of traffic noise and congestion. After the cruise, receive your ticket to visit the Euromast. Make your way up glass elevator of the highest watchtower in the Netherlands and enjoy breathing panoramic views from 185 meters up in the air.

Rotterdam Highlights 2.5-Hour Bike Tour

2. 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.

Rotterdam: Guided Maas River Cruise

3. Rotterdam: Guided Maas River Cruise

Enjoy a cruise on the Nieuwe Meuse river and admire the sites from the sea. See another side of Rotterdam as you marvel at the Kop van Zuid, the White House, and many more. After meeting with your guide at the pier, board your boat for a cruise on the Nieuwe Meuse river. This experience will see you pass along all of the highlights of Rotterdam. Enjoy beautiful views over the impressive skyline and the various ports, as your enthusiastic guide tells you about all the ins and outs of the sailing route throughout your journey. Sail past the famous SS Rotterdam, Kop van Zuid, the Hotel New York, the White House, the Willems Bridge, and the Euromast, as well as other more special places that you should not miss. You can find a cozy inside place inside the salon as you travel, or instead, opt to sit outside on the sun deck. Onboard is a bar where drinks and snacks are available. You also have the option to include a cup of coffee and sweet cake when booking. At the conclusion of your sightseeing experience, you'll return to your tour starting point.

Rotterdam: Modern City Center Exploration Game

4. Rotterdam: Modern City Center Exploration Game

Immerse yourself in a city exploration game and follow clues to discover hidden secrets and amazing spots in the city of Rotterdam. Walk across the city’s iconic bridges and hear the story of the many Europeans who traveled through Rotterdam to New York. Play the game by solving each piece of the puzzle on your smartphone, guess the answer to unlock the story of each secret place. Untangle the past and learn about Rotterdam’s rapid architectural transformation after the Second World War. Explore the city and be given exact directions so you won't need a map, GPS, or guide. Play offline as you don't need an internet connection to play the game. Enjoy as a group and solve the clues together as you walk, or split into smaller teams and compete against each other. Go at your own pace as there is no time limit, the game however can be completed in 1.5 hours. Play without a guide, just download the app, go to the starting point, and begin the adventure.

Rotterdam: Group Architecture Walking Tour Led by Architects

5. Rotterdam: Group Architecture Walking Tour Led by Architects

The opportunity to partake in a 2-hour group walk with your friends, colleagues or family through the city of Rotterdam. You will be guided by a local architect, who will introduce you to the architectural highlights and history of Rotterdam. Departing from the newly built central station, you will be guided through city icons like the modernist shopping area of the Lijnbaan and the Timmerhuis, designed by the world famous architects of OMA. You will also encounter the Markthal, the most unique and fancy indoor market in Europe. Your guide will lead you through the daily life and history of the city where almost each building and square have a story. Once by the river Maas you can witness the high-end architecture developments on the opposite south bank and view the symbol of modern Rotterdam, the Erasmus bridge. The tour ends on the riverside. The Group Architecture Walking tour is all about the architecture, art, history and the urban character of Rotterdam. The tour is exclusive, educational and entertaining, and your guide will be open for discussions and analyses, customizing the route on groups' demands.

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What people are saying about Kop van Zuid

Overall rating

4.4 / 5

based on 1,039 reviews

We were lucky there were only two of us with our guide! Great information, nice guide, were positively surprised all round! A great city - we'll be back!

Nice excursion, authentic crew, the heated interior is comfortable especially in winter….euromast is a must….go all the way….impressive!

Nice boat. Friendly staff. Bar and snacks available. Lovely views of the city.

We enjoyed cycling through Rotterdam with a small group.

The guide speaks several languages and also very well.