Centrum Travel Guide
Rotterdam
Popular places to visit
Erasmus Bridge
This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
Markthal Rotterdam
During your visit to Rotterdam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum
Admire one of the finest collections of artwork in Europe, which features Dutch Old Masters as well as abstract and contemporary pieces.
Maritime Museum
As one of the largest and oldest port cities in Europe, it’s fitting that Rotterdam boasts one of the continent’s most impressive nautical museums.
White House
You can find out about the history of Rotterdam with a trip to White House. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Top hotels in Centrum
The Usual Rotterdam
Room clean, tidy and comfortable. Staff helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Good location in town centre.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
citizenM Rotterdam
Good
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
Clean room, well laid out. Courteous and polite staff. Good set of restaurants at the hotel.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
I highly recommend this hotel… It was incredible for the hotel and location..
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Haven Hotel Rotterdam, Curio Collection by Hilton
The room was well maintained, and complimentary bottled water was provided daily, which was appreciated. Upon our arrival, the Reception staff demonstrated professionalism by offering valuable recommendations for activities and sightseeing during our stay. Weekend breakfasts experienced high demand, ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centrum
Cool
While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Witte de Withstraat and De Doelen.
Chinatown
While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
Oude Westen
While Oude Westen may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like De Doelen and Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum.
Stadsdriehoek
If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.
Middelland
Though Middelland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum and De Doelen.
Scheepvaartkwartier
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Scheepvaartkwartier. You might want to make time for a stop at Euromast or Erasmus Bridge.
