Rotterdam 3h walk with local: Hilights, Gems, Architecture & WWII
Overview
3 hours
Mobile ticket
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 WWII devastating 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, Parklaan, Shipping Quarter
- Themes: History, Culture, Harbor, WWII, Architecture: Present and Future.
- Small group of maximum 15 people.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Walk Through Cube Houses Street (Overblaak)
Architecture: Old, Current and Future building styles and plans
Suggestions where to eat in Markthal (Market hall)
Photo spot suggestions
Stroopwafel (Typical Dutch)
Supportive photos and sheets
Small group of max. 15 people
History: From harbor to WWII and rebuilding
Professional Local guide, from Rotterdam
What To Expect
Santa Claus (Beeld)
The Santa Claus statue by Paul McCarthy is one no one wanted, but it's still standing proudly in the city. It became an Icon most people from Rotterdam are proud of, I will tell you why.
Depot Boymans Van Beuningen
The (Mirrored) Art Depot of Boijmans van Beuningen, with other places in the Museum District. Here you will learn about all the museums and the Land of Hoboken.
Options
Groepstour Nederlands (Max 15)
Dutch speaking guide
Private Walking Tour (EN/NL)
Group Walk English (Max 15)
English speaking guide
Tour compartido en Español
Guía en español
Reviews
123 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hearing the perspective of a local is the best way to know a city
D B,
Sep 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00An easy stroll (with a coffee and wc break) through the center of Rotterdam. It was a good intro to the city and its history plus ideas of things to do after…We saw many interesting things we would have otherwise missed and our guide showed us hidden gardens and wonderful architectural details, museums, etc.
Great day in Rotterdam
Andy A,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00We are so glad we purchased this tour. Elmore was an exceptional guide and very knowledgeable. The pace of the tour was very good, and Elmore was able to answer all of our questions. Even though it was a rainy day, it seemed everyone still had a great time.
Our guide Yoreh was...
mona k,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide Yoreh was fabulous, knowledgeable, detailed, helpful and very friendly. We learned a lot about the past , present and future of Rotterdam. Thank you Yoreh Michael and Mona San Diego , California
Elmer was our host and he...
Jonathan H,
Sep 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Elmer was our host and he did an excellent job taking us through the most iconic sites in the city. A tour well worth our time
Visit Rotterdam- you’ll be happy you did
Kelly R,
Sep 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Yoreh did a wonderful job sharing his pride and passion of Rotterdam. He knows the history (early history along with WWII history) very well and showed pictures to bring the stories more to life. We were very pleasantly surprised by how much we enjoyed Rotterdam and intend to go back for a visit next time we’re in the Netherlands.
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