The Witte Huis

Discover some of the most historic sites and scenic spots in the Netherlands on a day trip from Amsterdam. After a hotel pickup, listen to stories about the history of the country from your guide as you travel in a luxury minivan on a small-group or private tour. Start your journey by heading to Rotterdam, the largest seaport in Europe, known for its maritime heritage and modern architecture. Learn about the near-complete destruction of the city center in World War II that resulted in a varied architectural landscape. Afterward, travel to Delft, renowned for its blue pottery. Enjoy time to sit in the market square to have lunch. Enrich your experience by opting for a visit to the Royal Delft, the only remaining earthenware factory from the 17th century where Delft Blue ceramics are still made. In the afternoon, continue to the political city of The Hague. Explore the administrative and royal capital of the Netherlands and its seat of government. Choose to visit the Madurodam miniature park, home to a range of 1:25 scale model replicas of Dutch landmarks and historical cities.

Explore Rotterdam on your terms with this self-guided audio tour, accessible on your smartphone! Immerse yourself in the beauty of this historic city at your own pace and in your preferred language. This self-guided audio tour offers you the flexibility to choose your destinations and decide how long you wish to spend at each site. 'The Manhattan on the Maas', only Amsterdam is bigger than this city full of skyscrapers. When you think of Rotterdam, the harbors, the Euromast, Feyenoord, the Koopgoot and the Erasmus bridge, hospital and university are often the first thoughts that come to mind. All these features give Rotterdam its own atmosphere and identity. Get a taste of this atmosphere during the audio guided tour of the city and discover typical Rotterdam attractions such as the Great or St. Laurens Church, the Cube Houses, the beautiful White House on the Old Harbour and the Schieland House with the Count of Henegouwen. In addition, you will see a hotel floating on the water and a tower in the shape of a pencil. We have carefully crafted the most beautiful walking route for you and gathered more than 45 captivating and interesting stories. You'll pass by all the well-known landmarks but will also be surprised by new discoveries and hidden gems. Explore Rotterdam's rich history, embrace its vibrant present, and be delighted by its captivating legends and stories. Whether you're embarking on a solo adventure, enjoying a romantic city stroll with your partner or exploring the city with friends or family, our self-guided audio tour caters to all preferences. Plus, you'll receive a nice discount when you do the tour with companions.

Take in panoramic views of Rotterdam on an exclusive rooftop tour. Visit four rooftops and admire the city's stunning skyline. Start at Rotterdam Central Station where you will meet your guide and learn why the city has more than 18 million m2 of flat rooftops. After an introduction of approximately 10 minutes you will head to your first rooftop. After a short walk you'll visit reach the rooftop DakAkker. This rooftop was Europe's first organic agricultural rooftop in 2011. Managed by the rooftop farmer, volunteers maintain the rooftop where vegetables, fruits and edible flowers are grown for sale to surrounding restaurants. The rooftop also houses a café-restaurant with a rainwater buffer on the roof. Situated in a hotel on the Coolsingel, the second rooftop gives you a marvelous view over the Coolsingel and the East part of the city center. Learn about the crucial role of multifunctional rooftops and what the city of Rotterdam is doing to develop more rooftops. The third rooftop is on a magical place right in the middle of the city center opposite the Sint Laurenschurch. Get an amazing 360˚ view of the skyline of Rotterdam, the Laurenschurch, the Markthal, and more. Afterwards, your guide will take you along the Markthal, Cube Houses, and Old Harbor to end at the White House. Your last rooftop will be at the White House, once the first skyscraper of Europe. Get an impressive view of the Meuse river, the Erasmus bridge, the Cube houses from the top, and beyond.

Take a shared group or private guided walking tour through Rotterdam to learn all about the impact WWII has had on this city and its resilience after being completely bombed during the war. This tour will take you through the history of the battlefields, the devastating bombing on May 14th, 1940, and the capitulation. Follow the borders of the fire zone, see the remaining scars left on the city, and discover the beauty of the Reconstruction period. Enjoy the views over the city rebuilt from the ashes, seen from the rooftops of the historical Het Witte Huis. Experience Rotterdam's tenacious spirit and ‘can do’ mentality during this impressive and informative tour.

Welcome to the largest mortuary city in the Netherlands. This city was fully rebuilt after the Second World War and features modern architecture, skyscrapers and the world-famous Cubic Houses. Let us take you through the Stadsdriehoek, the historic City Triangle of Rotterdam, which has its roots deep in medieval times. See the City Hall of Rotterdam, which survived the nazi bombings and is one of the main sights in the Coolsingel neighbourhood. Learn about the 15th-century basilica St. Laurenskerk, the first stone building in the city, converted to Protestantism with the religious revolution of the 16th century, heavily damaged during the Blitzkrieg and restored in 1968. Awe at the Kubuswoningen (cube houses), created by the architect Piet Blom, a modern space optimizing houses that represent a village inside the city. Next to the canal take a look at the modernist skyscraper called Witte Huis (White House), the tallest European building in the 19th century that has also survived the blitz. Follow the footsteps of our guide to get to know the immense variety of Rotterdam, learning about its past, present and future!