Rotterdam Walk: Highlights, Architecture, Gems & WWII | 2 or 3hrs
Overview
Discover Rotterdam with a local guide on this walking tour, covering top landmarks and hidden gems. Learn all about the history of the city, from its roots in the 1200s and the devastating WWII bombardments, to its post-WWII rebirth, the major harbor, architecture, culture, and beyond.
- Some highlights: Cube Houses, Markthal, Old Harbor Erasmus bridge and Art Depot
- Some hidden Gems: Veerhaven, Shipping Quarter
- Themes: History, Culture, Harbor, WWII, Architecture: Present and Future.
- Small group of maximum 15 people.
The 2- vs. 3-hour walking tour:
In short, the two-hour tour gives you an overview and idea of the city, while the three-hour tour can help you really understand Rotterdam. The routes go even more to the core; the stories are more in-depth, and visualization is even richer. But, you can never go wrong with either choice.
What's Included
- Architecture: Old, Current and Future building styles and plans
- Suggestions where to eat in Markthal (Market hall)
- Photo spot suggestions
- See the cube houses from up close!
- Supportive photos and sheets
- Small group of max. 15 people
- History: From harbor to WWII and rebuilding
- Professional local guide, from Rotterdam, with extended knowledge about architecture and history.
Meeting Location
Museumpark 20
3015 CX Rotterdam, Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Markthal
Verlengde Nieuwstraat, 3011 MD Rotterdam, Netherlands
We end inside the Markthal. From there you can go and visit the Markthal and enter the demo Cube house on your own. Of course, you will get a full explanation about both the cube houses and Markthal, and the guide will gladly give you tips and advice about where to go and what to visit.
What To Expect
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Depot Boymans Van Beuningen
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Nieuwe Werk
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Erasmusbrug
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Maritiem Museum Rotterdam
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Destroyed City
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Witte Huis
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Oude Haven
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kubuswoningen
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Markthal
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Architecture: Old, Current and Future building styles and plans.
- Suggestions where to eat in Markthal (Market hall).
- Photo spot suggestions.
- See the cube houses from up close!.
- Supportive photos and sheets.
- Small group of max. 15 people.
- History: From harbor to WWII and rebuilding.
- Professional local guide, from Rotterdam, with extended knowledge about architecture and history.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Rotterdam Walk: Highlights, Architecture, Gems & WWII | 2 or 3hrs is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rotterdam Walk: Highlights, Architecture, Gems & WWII | 2 or 3hrs will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Architecture: Old, Current and Future building styles and plans
- Suggestions where to eat in Markthal (Market hall)
- Photo spot suggestions
- See the cube houses from up close!
- Supportive photos and sheets
- Small group of max. 15 people
- History: From harbor to WWII and rebuilding
- Professional local guide, from Rotterdam, with extended knowledge about architecture and history.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
