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Things to do in Rotterdam, South Holland Province: The Best Architectural Buildings
Holland's most modern city began as a fishing village in the 13th century. It was developing into an industrial and trading power when German bombers destroyed the city center and harbor in 1940. However, Rotterdam's unique architecture now brings many visitors to bike around this urbane, cosmopolitan city. Old Dutch-style houses can still be found in historic Delfshaven, from where the pilgrims set sail in 1620. Cultural offerings from summer's carnival to classical music give Amsterdam competition.
Restaurants in Rotterdam
1. Lutherse Andreaskerk
2. Erasmus Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,718 reviews
Considered an architectural work of art, Rotterdam's imposing bridge that is shaped like a harp soars over the largest harbor in Europe.
Reviewed By Hermes_NL - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The iconic Erasmus bridge, nicknamed “the Swan”, crosses the wide river Nieuwe Maas in Rotterdam. It offers a great opportunity to take a city walk and reach out from the industrious North shore to the bubbling “Kop van Zuid” and the gentrified Katendrecht peninsula.
3. De Rotterdam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 337 reviews
Reviewed By Hermes_NL - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
De Rotterdam is the largest building of the Netherlands measured in floor space ... some 160,000 square meters. It resides on the gentrified docklands area De Kop van Zuid and was designed by the famous Rem Koolhaas of OMA architects.
4. Maastunnel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By RoddyPayne - Johannesburg, South Africa
Its free, and it was, when opened, the longest foot tunnel in Holland. Ride and bike rather than walk as it is fantastic to ride in under the river and going where millions of dutch workers have gone before commuting to work. I loved the photos showing travelers of old as well as the echo in the tunnel. You can use this a route when you ride by bike around Rotterdam - we went through it after riding around Katendrech and Maashaven
5. KPN Telecom Building / Toren op Zuid
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 41 reviews
Designed by Italian architect Renzo Piano, this unique building located on the banks of Rotterdam's Maas River has one side that leans as much as the Tower of Pisa.
Reviewed By Hermes_NL - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The KPN headquarters is a landmark piece of architecture designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano. It was opened in 2000 and also features a lightshow by studio Dumbar. Great that a company like KPN is willing to invest in buildings like this on prominent locations like this one.
6. World Port Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 71 reviews
This prominent 32-story office building is where the Rotterdam River Authority is housed, which is notable for its asymmetric twin tower configuration with a dramatic curved façade.
7. Witte Huis
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 200 reviews
Rotterdam's White House (Witte Huis) was the tallest office-building in Europe when it was built in 1898, and one of the few buildings in the center of town that survived the bombing raid on May 14,1940 during World War II.
Reviewed By fplalgo - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
The highest office building in Europe for many decades, Witte Huis is a symbol of the old Rotterdam, being one of the very few major buildings to have survived the WW2 bombing. It is located in the Old Harbour (Oude Haven) and it's an absolute must-see, because it is way more impressive in reality than in the photos. Unfortunately you can't go in, because it is an office building, but you can enjoy a beer or a snack at the cafe at the base of the building.
8. Euromast Tower
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3,296 reviews
Discover and experience the city of Rotterdam from a height of 100 meters! The platforms are accessible for everyone who is not afraid of heights. With the Euroscoop, our panoramic glass elevator, you can rotate till 185 meters. Enjoy your ride to the top and don't forget to look around; there is a beautiful metropol to discover!
Reviewed By E9706FNpaulo - County Monaghan, Ireland
The lift takes you to the 4th floor where the restaurant is located. You then walk up a short flight of stairs to get to the 5th floor where you go outside and can enjoy the views. There is then another couple of short flights of stairs until you reach the final lift that takes you to the top and gives great panoramic views and a brief history of the city. A very enjoyable experience
9. Groot Handelsgebouw
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By Raff-Daff - Rishon Lezion, Israel
We had a meetup set at this amazing location, and what a choice it was to host is there... Not only is the architecture amazing, it's the whole atmosphere that breaths success. It hosts many different type of companies & is definitely worth a visit when the opportunity presents itself! ????
10. Het Nieuwe Instituut
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 137 reviews
Reviewed By ReadyForThisJelly - Washington DC, United States
After fighting crowds at Amsterdam’s larger, congested museums, this place is a breath of fresh air. It’s very well designed with excellent exhibits on design, politics, and architecture. It’s a dynamic building with a clear point of view.
