Centrum
Rotterdam
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.
Erasmus MC
Though Erasmus MC might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Rotterdam while you are here.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum
Admire one of the finest collections of artwork in Europe, which features Dutch Old Masters as well as abstract and contemporary pieces.
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: Miniworld Rotterdam Entry Ticket
MUST DO: Rotterdam highlights & history with a local guide
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
Rotterdam: Steamship Rotterdam Audio Tour Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Centrum
The Usual Rotterdam
Clean comfortable spacious room. Someone on hand to help with checkin. Very near the metro and local supermarket. Whilst I knew that the room wouldn’t be serviced, I didn’t like having to ask for fresh towels or not having the room tidied. Personal preference… found it expensive for the lack of ...
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Perfect location
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
citizenM Rotterdam
An actual king size bed--almost impossible to find in Europe, no matter what is advertised. Great location, great breakfast and very nice staff. Tigran went above and beyond in terms of hospitality. Can't recommend this hotel enough.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
The hotel staff was not very welcoming
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
Room was clean. Staff was friendly.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
NH Atlanta Rotterdam
Clean well set up room
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centrum
Cool
While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Witte de Withstraat 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.
Stadsdriehoek
If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Provenierswijk
Provenierswijk might not have many top sights, but Holland Casino Rotterdam and De Doelen are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
