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.
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.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
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: Miniworld Rotterdam Entry Ticket
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
Delft: Canal House Museum 'Paul Tetar van Elven' Ticket
Top hotels in Charlois
Art Hotel Rotterdam
Clean room, great access to transportation, lovely views, delicious and moderately priced restaurant.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
The Usual Rotterdam
Room clean, tidy and comfortable. Staff helpful.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Carlton Beach
Good equipped,clean room and good location, kind personnel.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
citizenM Rotterdam
Good
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Good location in town centre.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
Clean room, well laid out. Courteous and polite staff. Good set of restaurants at the hotel.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Charlois
Delfshaven
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Delfshaven. You might want to make time for a stop at Rhine or Oude Kerk.
Katendrecht
While visiting Katendrecht, you might make a stop by sights like Fenix Food Factory and SS Rotterdam.
Scheepvaartkwartier
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Scheepvaartkwartier. You might want to make time for a stop at Euromast or Erasmus Bridge.
Kop van Zuid
Unique features of Kop van Zuid include the bars and river views. Make a stop by De Rotterdam or World Port Centre while you're exploring the area.
Feijenoord
Waterfront views, bars, and seaside views are some highlights of Feijenoord. Make a stop by Fenix Food Factory or Luxor Theater while you're exploring.
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.
