Popular places to visit
Erasmus Bridge
This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
SS Rotterdam
You can browse the exhibits at SS Rotterdam, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
See the largest collection of authentic windmills in the Netherlands as you cycle or hike through this picturesque World Heritage site.
Markthal Rotterdam
During your visit to Rotterdam, you can do some window-shopping at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Maritime Museum
As one of the largest and oldest port cities in Europe, it’s fitting that Rotterdam boasts one of the continent’s most impressive nautical museums.
Things to do
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Guided Tour from Amsterdam
Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam
Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk
Top hotels in Blijdorp
The Usual Rotterdam
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
Riva Hotel The Hague
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Art Hotel Rotterdam
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025
citizenM Rotterdam
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Blijdorp
Noord
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Noord. You might consider a stop by Blijdorp Zoo while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Middelland
While Middelland might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum and De Doelen.
Chinatown
While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
Oude Westen
While there might not be top attractions in Oude Westen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like De Doelen and Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum.
Cool
While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Lijnbaan and Witte de Withstraat.
Centrum
Travelers come to Centrum for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lijnbaan and Witte de Withstraat while you're in town.
