Rotterdam Architecture Highlights Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy a 2-hour walk through Rotterdam, guided by a local architect. Learn about the history of the city, and follow the architecture highlights: the new Rotterdam Central Station, the Lijnbaan midcentury national monument, the Timmerhuis of OMA, the Markthal designed by MVRDV and the iconic Cube Houses.

The tour ends on the riverside with spectacular view on the landmark bridges and the modern high-rise on the South bank.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

May be operated by a multilingual guide

Please dress according to the weather conditions

Minimum age is 12 years

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Professional Architect as guide

2-hour walking tour

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Gratuities

What To Expect

Rotterdam Centraal Station

Newly built entree to the city

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

The cultural podium square of Rotterdam

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Sundays

Sunday Walk centre

Architecture Highlights Walking Tour in Rotterdam

Reviews

4.85

65 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Knowledgable guide,...
Mirza S,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Knowledgable guide, showed us all important sites/buildings, spent extra time with us to finish the tour and gave us recommendations on restaurants.
Rotterdam modern architecture
Irma,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Sylvia was incredible knowledgeable and generous with her time. Just loved the eclectic mis within the city.
Great tour, hosted by Tania
David S,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Tania provided us with an interesting and informative tour of the architectural highlights of Rotterdam.
Amazing Rotterdam Architecture
Roberta M,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tania provided a fascinating tour! She is personable, knowledgeable, and passionate about architecture. She gave us context and stories behind the buildings. Rotterdam is a modern city with a depth of history, all communicated well. We highly recommend Tania’s tour, USA Sisters
Excellent tour
Judy H,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sylvia was knowledgeable and very nice. We learned a lot and she gave us time to take pictures. We enjoyed seeing the different forms of architecture.
Loved Tania and her architectural knowledge about Rotterdam - don’t miss her tour‼️
WilsonM181,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tania was the definition of being an extraordinary tour guide! She displayed a true love as well as outstanding knowledge of Rotterdam architecture- all with boundless energy and enthusiasm. The architectural nuances she pointed out were intriguing as were her explanations of the historical sequences of Rotterdam.. Tania truly explained how Rotterdam was a “ playground for modern and groundbreaking architecture” from The Markal to the Cube houses. She spent was over two hours with us and was so patient in answering all our questions. If you’re in Rotterdam -do this your - you’ll love it!
The guide had solid expertise and let us participate. It was a very interesting tour.
Jochen R,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were completely satisfied. Sorry, but I decide for myself how much I write! The weather was good and so was our mood.
Great guided tour with expert
W5059YYbirgitk,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a great tour with the very nice and expert expert. Interesting buildings, lots of information about the houses and the city of Rotterdam. Highly recommended!
Rotterdam architecture a moden experience
Odyssey02242404120,
Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sylvia brought to life Rotterdam but also made us think how much an impact the city had on architecture around the world and in our country. It was the best tour on our trip but more than than it made us feel connected to the city. After the tour we back tracked and spent more time eating, shopping and basically taking in the City. Would love to return to Rotterdam and explore more.
Great tour of an architecturally interesting city
JenCWA,
May 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We very much enjoyed our Architecture Highlights tour with Silvia. There was only 1 other person with us which made for a more conversational tour. Although we have been to Rotterdam before it was interesting to hear about another (and important) aspect of the city and see how the planning and architecture have changed since WWII. Highly recommend doing this tour when visiting Rotterdam, particularly if interested in architecture.