Rotterdam is a dynamic port city on the Meuse River with a rich history of shipping and an unexpected modern look. After the destruction of the war, the city reborn into the center of avant-garde architecture and international trade, where skyscrapers and embankments, industrial berths and cozy park areas coexist. The atmosphere of Rotterdam combines sea power, business energy and creative freedom, making it especially attractive for travelers looking for something to see in the Netherlands.
Man-made sights of the city impress with diversity: nicknamed the “Swan Bridge” Erasmus Bridge, the majestic residential skyscrapers of Montevideo and Delftse Poort, as well as a modern promenade with unusual buildings and offices. Feyenoord Stadium attracts football fans, Erasmus University is known for its scientific centers, and numerous ruins and castles - Honingen, Berge, Slotruin, d'Oliphant, Zuidwick, van Rhoon and Ravestein - tell about the near and distant history of the region. Do not forget about the large-scale Europort, the largest sea complex of the estuaries of the Rhine and Meuse, which in itself is one of the key points of the city.
The natural corners around Rotterdam complement the urban picture: the promenades along the Meuse and the New Maas offer picturesque walks and views of ships, and the city parks and green islets give a break from the city bustle. In the vicinity, the proximity of the North Sea is felt, the vast estuaries of the rivers and the Rhine Delta create unique landscapes where you can enjoy walking, cycling routes and bird watching. For those who like to combine city excursions with nature, Rotterdam offers pleasant escapes to the coastline and to suburban estates.
On our website, all these attractions of Rotterdam are available on an interactive map: you can see the location of the Erasmus Bridge, skyscrapers, stadium and castle ruins, read brief descriptions and reviews, and collect your own route. Building routes allows you to optimize time and choose what to see in one day or plan a longer trip taking into account interests. The map will help you navigate the city and find hidden places along the embankments and in historical areas.
You are free to explore Rotterdam on your own on ready-made routes or book excursions with local guides who will reveal little-known stories and give live comments about buildings, ports and castles. Guides will help to understand the connection of the city with the sea, the role of Europort, architectural solutions of modern buildings and the history of ancient ruins. Excursions will turn a walk into a cognitive and emotional journey, and independent walks will leave the freedom of discovery at its own pace.
Come to Rotterdam to see the contrast between the old and the new, to feel the maritime character of the city and to discover many attractions. Explore architectural masterpieces, walk along the embankments, look into the parks and castle ruins - and let each route lead to new experiences. Plan a trip, choose what to see, and go to the opening along with convenient routes and professional guides.
