MUST DO: Rotterdam highlights & history with a local guide
Overview
Join this 2-hour walking tour of Rotterdam with a private guide. Learn about the city's history and admire its modern architecture, including the new and imposing Martkhal. Explore the unique cube houses and also go inside the cube house museum. See some of the sights and places only locals know about and get an introduction of this modern city with a private guide
Dicover the iconic Erasmus Bridge, which is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Rotterdam. From there, we'll head over to the Market Hall, where you'll get to see the stunning glass ceiling and its unique architecture.
Explore the bustling city center, taking in the sights and sounds of the city. We'll pass by the historic Town Hall, the famous Cube Houses, and the striking Rotterdam Central Station.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Local guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
3013 AJ Rotterdam
Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Markthal
Verlengde Nieuwstraat, 3011 MD Rotterdam, Netherlands
This tour ends at the Markthal area located at Ds. Jan Scharpstraat 298 3011 GZ Rotterdam.
What To Expect
Meet your private guide at the central station of Rotterdam under the 'meeting cloud'. From here you will start your 2-hour walking tour. Your guide will provide an overview of the city's history as you take in several historic sites, including the Town Hall, St. Laurens Church, and the first high-rise building in Europe. Learn what happened in the WWII bombings and why Rotterdam boasts such a wealth of modern architecture.
Next you’ll see some examples of the most modern structures. Admire the new and imposing Markthal, the famous cube houses, and the Erasmus Bridge. The tour also includes admission to the Cube House Museum.
Continue your walk along the lovely shopping streets and experience the lifestyle of modern Rotterdam. Feel free to ask your guide as many questions as you like!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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).
- Professional guide.
- Private tour.
- Local guide.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the MUST DO: Rotterdam highlights & history with a local guide is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for MUST DO: Rotterdam highlights & history with a 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
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Local guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
