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Overview
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 devastating WWII 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, Shipping Quarter
- Themes: History, Culture, Harbor, WWII, Architecture: Present and Future.
- Small group of maximum 15 people.
The 2- vs. 3-hour walking tour:
In short, the two-hour tour gives you an overview and idea of the city, while the three-hour tour can help you really understand Rotterdam. The routes go even more to the core; the stories are more in-depth, and visualization is even richer. But, you can never go wrong with either choice.
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Rottourdam Tours
Ratings & Reviews
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Discover Rotterdam with a local
RodneyL166, May 2026
Loved it! Yoreh is an excellent guide and helped bring the city alive for us. Fortunate to share it with several other lovely strangers too.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks for making the effort leaving us a 5-star review! You all were a lovely group of strangers and remember that Rottourdam will always be there to welcome you again!
Excellent Tour
Suzanne_J, Apr 2026
Yoreh was one of the best tour guides we have had the pleasure of experiencing on a guided walking tour of a city. He was knowledgeable, funny, and provided us a general overview of the evolution of Rotterdam over several centuries. His enthusiasm about Rotterdam was genuine. He also had many illustrations and pictures showing the development of the early city, before and after pictures of the city after the WWII bombing, and future development plans. He brought Rotterdam to life for us.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks for leaving us such a genuine review, it is more than appreciated! Your review helps other travelers to make the right decision ;) We will pass on your review to our passionate guide @Yoreh!
Wonderful walking tour
Sue_S, Apr 2026
It was wonderful. Guide was so knowledgeable and his love for his home town was contagious . His pictures helped his stories
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Our guides are extremely passionable about the city! We love to share stories about our home town. Feel free to re-visit again whenever you are ready! Thanks for leaving us a 5-star review :)
I highly recommend this tour
kchealey, Apr 2026
Yoreh was outstanding. Well prepared and versed in the Rotterdam history
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Yoreh is the heart and soul of Rottourdam! We will pass on your review!
Itinerary
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.
15 minutesDepot Boymans Van Beuningen
Het Scheepvaartkwartier (Shipping Quarter) is a hidden gem of the outer city center; a place many Rotterdammers don't even know about. Here you will experience the open and wide feeling of this beautiful harbor city! From the side of the river Maas, you will be able to see Hotel New York, Steam Ship Rotterdam and Erasmusbrug.
30 minutesVeerhaven
The Erasmus bridge is the big white bridge, crossing the river Meuse (Maas) and connecting north to south. It is an icon to the city and here you will hear all about the Second World War, the invasion, and bombardment of Rotterdam.
20 minutesMaritiem Museum Rotterdam
In the Maritime District you find many last of their kind boats aging over a 100-years. We will walk through this open-air museum, and you feel like you're back in time!
10 minutesMaritiem Museum Rotterdam
One of the most important statues in the city of Rotterdam regarding the Second World War, at Square 1940, with lots of meaning and history.
10 minutesWitte Huis
The White House is a historical icon and used to be the tallest office tower in Europe!
15 minutesOude Haven
The old harbor is one of the oldest harbors in The Netherlands and also very cozy! From here, we have a great view of the cube houses, which will see from up close at our next stop!
15 minutesKubuswoningen
The cube houses might be one of the most famous sightseeing locations in the city. While we walk through the street of cube houses (Overblaak), tou will learn everything about the why, how and architecture. You will walk through the 'concrete forest' on the way to the market square.
10 minutesMarkthal
After we visited the market square, we will end the tour inside The Markthal. This made Rotterdam extra famous and is a modern indoor market with lots of food and colors! We also call it our modern Sistine Chapel, and you will find out why!
15 minutes
Experience
Inclusions
- Architecture: Old, Current and Future building styles and plans
- Suggestions where to eat in Markthal (Market hall)
- Photo spot suggestions
- Snacks
- Professional local guide, from Rotterdam, with extended knowledge about architecture and history.
- See the cube houses from up close!
- Supportive photos and sheets
- Small group of max. 15 people
- History: From harbor to WWII and rebuilding
Additional Information
- 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
Guide Languages
English
Dutch
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.