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.
SS Rotterdam
You can browse the exhibits at SS Rotterdam, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
See the largest collection of authentic windmills in the Netherlands as you cycle or hike through this picturesque World Heritage site.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Blijdorp
The Usual Rotterdam
Riva Hotel The Hague
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
citizenM Rotterdam
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Art Hotel Rotterdam
Other neighbourhoods around Blijdorp
Noord
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Noord. You might consider stopping by Blijdorp Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Cool
While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Lijnbaan and Witte de Withstraat.
Centrum
Centrum is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lijnbaan and Witte de Withstraat while in the area.
