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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 romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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.
Things to do

Explore Rotterdam in 90 minutes with a Local

Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Guided Tour from Amsterdam

Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk
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Other neighbourhoods around Oude Westen

Chinatown
While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.

Centrum
Travelers come to Centrum for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Rotterdam City Theatre and Lijnbaan while you're in town.

Cool
While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Lijnbaan and Witte de Withstraat.

Scheepvaartkwartier
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Scheepvaartkwartier. You might want to make time for a stop at Euromast or Erasmus Bridge.

Stadsdriehoek
If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.

Blijdorp
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Blijdorp and surrounding area, you can visit Blijdorp Zoo and Holland Casino Rotterdam.