What to do and see in Rotterdam, South Holland Province: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

June 18, 2021 Marissa Gamble

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. Kralingse Snuif en Specerijen Compagnie

Plaszoom 324, 3062 CL Rotterdam The Netherlands +31 10 521 6759 [email protected] http://www.snuifmolens.nl
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Kralingse Snuif en Specerijen Compagnie

Visit two very special mills at the Kralings plas! The last Dutch mill thats grinds spices. One of these mills is open for a visit. The the craftsman likes to give the visitors a tour through the mill and explains his craft and this Rotterdam' historic industrial pride. The mill is open every second Saturday of the month and sometimes on Thursdays from 10:00 to 16:00.

2. Wilhelminapier

Otto Reuchlinweg Kop Van Zuid, Rotterdam The Netherlands http://www.cruisereiziger.nl/aankomsten/aankomsten-nederland/aankomsten-rotterdam
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Wilhelminapier

Reviewed By 474arv - Rotterdam, The Netherlands

The Wilhelmina pier was created in the 80th after many years of being neglected and has become a hotspot of Rotterdam. There is a big theatre Nieuwe Luxor, the foodhallen , a excellent art filmhouse, the photomuseum and in the back there is Hotel New York where you can have a meal or just a drink. This used to be a shipping office and from this point Dutch immigrants traveled to Amerika. In the summer the outside terrace from Hotel New York is lovely .There are many cruise ships during the year who enter the Wilhelminapier . Nice is to have a walk near the riverside. The pier you can also enter by watertaxi wich gives a little extra.. The Wilhelmina pier is connected by a little bridge wich gives you aces to Katendrecht wich has several good restaurants and the Fenixhallen,Not to be missed..From the bridge you have a spectacular view on the Wilhelmina pier In February there is Art Rotterdam in the Cruiseterminal, So lot's to see and to do . Not to missed.

3. Rotterdam Centraal Station

Stationssingel 10, 3013 HA Rotterdam The Netherlands +31 900 2021163 http://www.ns.nl/en/stations/rotterdam-centraal.html
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Rotterdam Centraal Station

Reviewed By marcomC5864DZ

Apart from a great organization, an easy-to-move around lineup, I enjoyed the spectacular architecture. It is worth the visit just for it. As well lots of shops, restaurants, a central location and good connections with the city transport system, makes it a good location to arrive in town (and it's just 20' from Amsterdaam)

4. Veerhaven

Veerhaven, Rotterdam The Netherlands
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Veerhaven

5. De Calypso

Mauritsweg, 3012 Rotterdam The Netherlands +31 10 266 0000 http://www.hurenincalypso.nl/
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De Calypso

6. Westerkade

Westerkade, 3016 Rotterdam The Netherlands
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Westerkade

7. Witte de Withstraat

Witte de Withstraat, 3012 BT Rotterdam The Netherlands +31 10 433 2241 http://www.wittedewith.nl/
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Witte de Withstraat

Reviewed By vaaaan - Capelle aan den IJssel, The Netherlands

This is the most busiest and crowded street in the netherlands. It offers a wide range of restaurants and has a lovely vibe. My favorite is warung mini!

8. Maastunnel

Charloisse Hoofd 29, 3087 CA Rotterdam The Netherlands http://www.maastunnel.nl/#/all
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Maastunnel

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

9. KPN Telecom Building / Toren op Zuid

Wilhelminakade, Rotterdam The Netherlands
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KPN Telecom Building / Toren op Zuid

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.

10. Witte Huis

Geldersekade 1C, 3011 WB Rotterdam The Netherlands +31 10 414 2142 [email protected] http://www.grandcafehetwittehuis.nl/
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Witte Huis

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.

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