Private Tour

From River to Metropolis: A Rotterdam City Self Guided Audio Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

This self-guided walking tour explores Rotterdam’s remarkable transformation from a medieval port town to a bold architectural hub following the 1940 bombing.

Starting at Central Station and ending at Schouwburgplein, the route winds through canals, harbours, and city streets, uncovering hidden gems like the City Hall’s inner garden and fire border markers.

Highlights include the dazzling Art Depot, vibrant Market Hall, Cube Houses, medieval St Lawrence Church, lively Witte de Withstraat, and the historic White House—Europe’s first skyscraper.

Along the way, enjoy food stops, public art, and stories that reveal the city's resilience and creativity.

Whether you're new to Rotterdam or returning, you'll leave with a deeper appreciation for this ever-evolving city.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

App for Android and iOS

Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour

Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Smartphone and headphones

Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour

Food and drink

Transportation

What To Expect

Markthal

Designed by Winy Maas, pass by this unique and eye-catching building and see the exact spot where the first settlers arrived along the river Rotte in the 13th century.

Admission Not Applicable

Stroll across this historic square and learn how it went from a flooding river, to a railway, to the largest square in Rotterdam.

Admission Not Applicable