Private Rotterdam Walking tour with expert local guide
Overview
Discover Rotterdam with a local guide on this private 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.
What's Included
- Snacks Stroopwafel (Typical Dutch)
- Private tour
- Suggestions where to eat in Markthal (Market hall)
- Photo spot suggestions
- Architecture: Old, current and future buildings, styles and plans
- History: From harbor to WWII and rebuilding
- Professional Local guide, from Rotterdam
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 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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Santa Claus (Beeld)
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Depot Boymans Van Beuningen
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Dokkumer Nieuwe Zijlen
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Erasmus Bridge
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 travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Rotterdam Walking tour with expert local guide?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions 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).
- Snacks. Stroopwafel (Typical Dutch).
- Private tour.
- Suggestions where to eat in Markthal (Market hall).
- Photo spot suggestions.
- Architecture: Old, current and future buildings, styles and plans.
- History: From harbor to WWII and rebuilding.
- Professional Local guide, from Rotterdam.
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 Private Rotterdam Walking tour with expert local guide 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 travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Rotterdam Walking tour with expert local guide will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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
- SnacksStroopwafel (Typical Dutch)
- Private tour
- Suggestions where to eat in Markthal (Market hall)
- Photo spot suggestions
- Architecture: Old, current and future buildings, styles and plans
- History: From harbor to WWII and rebuilding
- Professional Local guide, from Rotterdam
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 travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
