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Rotterdam: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

1. Rotterdam: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

See the sights of Rotterdam at your own pace with a 24-hour ticket for the hop-on and hop-off sightseeing bus. Known as Europe’s largest port, Rotterdam boasts a beautiful riverside setting, with a lively cultural life and abundance of maritime heritage. Hop aboard the iconic double deck bus and enjoy panoramic views of the architectural capital of Holland. Enjoy a lively commentary in English and Dutch, and jump off when you are ready at any of the 6 strategic stops. Visit beautiful Museum Park, and learn about the history of the world at the Natural History Museum. Marvel at art in the Museum Boijmans va Beuningen. Take a tour of the harbor on the Spido boat and see the city from a different perspective. Discover some of Rotterdam’s most historic areas, such as Veerhaven and Scheepvaartkwartier. Ascend the Euromast Space Tower, and reward yourself with a coffee or bite to eat at the city’s highest point. Abseil back down for the adrenaline thrill of a lifetime. Discover the birthplace of the Holland America Cruise line, and much more. Route: • Central Station • Museum Park • Euromast - The Park • Kop van Zuid - Cruise Terminal • Market Hall - Oude Haven

Rotterdam: UNESCO Van Nelle Factory Guided Tour

2. Rotterdam: UNESCO Van Nelle Factory Guided Tour

Follow your professional guide as you become acquainted with one of the true marvels of Modernism - Rotterdam's own Van Nelle Factory. Discover the industrial building both inside and out as you learn about the site's architectural and cultural importance. Learn from your experienced and wonderful guide as they bring to life the architecture, production process, and the history of the factory's transformation. Discover the roots of a modern marvel that has its origins in the production of coffee, tea, and tobacco. Observe why the Van Nelle Factory has been a Unesco World Heritage since 2014 as you take in its progressive design in which air, light, and space gain an entirely new role in architecture. Gain access to the intimate Chabot Museum for international expressionism. With this ticket you can visit this museum on the same day, at a moment that is most convenient for you. Please note that the Chabot Museum (Museumpark, city centre) and the Van Nelle Factory (Van Nelleweg 1, Rotterdam West) are two separate locations.

Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken

3. Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken

Discover the beautiful countryside and the amazing windmills on this day trip from Amsterdam. Get ready for a day filled with traditional windmills, historic wooden houses, and captivating cultural experiences. Take the opportunity to visit the picturesque village of Zaanse Schans and learn about the culture and history of the Netherlands that has influenced the innovation and architecture you will see on the tour.  First, your guide will drive you to the countryside of the Netherlands to explore the Zaanse Schans, a must see when visiting the Netherlands. Explore these beautiful windmills and also see the original wooden houses, barns and shops. Your guide will take you inside one of these windmills. You also get the option to visit a cheese-making factory and stroopwafel factory. Here you can see how the Dutch cheese and waffles are made. Then you'll also explore the surrounding areas, discovering hidden gems and cultural treasures. Delve into the history of the region as we visit nearby towns and villages, each with its own distinct character. From the charming fishing village of Volendam, known for its traditional costumes and fresh seafood, to the historic town of Edam, famous for its iconic cheese, every stop will unveil something new about Dutch heritage and culture.

Private Day Trip from Amsterdam to Rotterdam and the Hague

4. Private Day Trip from Amsterdam to Rotterdam and the Hague

Get picked up at your accommodation by your private guide and enjoy the ride to the most modern city of the Netherlands, Rotterdam. Discover this modern city filled with stunning architecture and hidden gems. Explore the many sights Rotterdam has to offer including the new Markthal, the famous Cube Houses, the Erasmus Bridge, and the Townhall. Learn about the history of the city and the modern architecture. At the beautiful Markthal take a break to have food and drinks. Take some free time to explore on your own.  Next, your guide will drive you to the Hague for the last stop of this tour. The Hague is the political center of the Netherlands. Explore the many sights including the Parliament buildings, Noordeinde Palace, Binnenhof, and the City hall. Learn about the political situation in the Netherlands. Your guide will give you a tour of the Hague and tell you about all the sights and the history of this beautiful city. At the end of the tour your guide will bring you back to your hotel. 

The Netherlands: WW2 Private Day Trip

5. The Netherlands: WW2 Private Day Trip

Get picked up at your hotel by a professional guide who will drive you around and teach you all about how the Second World War unfolded in the Netherlands. First, discover the most important sites relating to the Second World War in Rotterdam. This historic yet modern city has many relevant monuments and buildings that survived the bombings, including the Rotterdam White House, its City Hall, the Laurens Church, and Delfshaven - a charming historical neighbourhood which retains its 17th-century buildings. Then, head over to Arnhem where the famous battle of Arnhem took place. Visit the Arnhem Oosterbeek Cemetery, the John Frost Bridge and its surroundings, and find out all about Operation Market Garden and why the battle turned out differently to planned. Historians continue to debate the reason behind the Market Gardens failure but the bravery of the soldiers has never been questioned. In Arnhem you can also take a break to eat or drink somewhere (at own expense). Since this is a private tour everything is very flexible. After the tour, the guide will drive you back to your hotel.

Rotterdam & Zaanse Schans Private Day Trip

6. Rotterdam & Zaanse Schans Private Day Trip

Discover Rotterdam, the second-largest city in the Netherlands, on a private full-day trip. Along the way, see and learn about the windmills at Zaanse Schans. Get picked up at your hotel or any other location in North or South Holland and benefit from the personal service of a professional guide who will drive you around. Once in Rotterdam, explore all that the city has to offer. Experience its unique architecture and find out all about its culture and history. Then your guide will drive you to the countryside of the Netherlands to explore the Zaanse Schans, a must see when visiting the Netherlands. Explore these beautiful windmills and also see the original wooden houses, barns and shops. Your guide will take you inside one of these windmills. You also get the option to visit a cheese-making factory and stroopwafel factory. Here you can see how the Dutch cheese and waffles are made.

From Amsterdam: Private Tour to Paris via Brussels

7. From Amsterdam: Private Tour to Paris via Brussels

Itinerary: Pick-up hotel. Explore De Rieker windmill (1636) Amsterdam, with statue Rembrandt besides (location as inspiration for his paintings). Experience drive along the serene river Amstel, with beautiful landscape. Explore iconic Atomium near Brussels. Experience majestic Grand Place and Manneken Pis one of the symbols of Brussels. Taste exquisite Belgian chocolate and Belgian waffles (optional). Enjoy smooth ride to Paris with Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer or V-class Drop-off hotel Paris, fashion capital of Europe.

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What people are saying about Rotterdam

Overall rating

3.9 / 5

based on 379 reviews

Karel Kroon was the best driver/guide we could have hoped for. He has excellent insight into Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Kinderdijk, Delft, and the Hague and was able to tailor our tour to meet our specific interests. He's a friendly and accommodating guide.