MUST DO: Rotterdam highlights & history with a local guide
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Join this 2-hour walking tour of Rotterdam with a private guide. Learn about the city's history and admire its modern architecture, including the new and imposing Martkhal. Explore the unique cube houses and also go inside the cube house museum. See some of the sights and places only locals know about and get an introduction of this modern city with a private guide
Dicover the iconic Erasmus Bridge, which is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Rotterdam. From there, we'll head over to the Market Hall, where you'll get to see the stunning glass ceiling and its unique architecture.
Explore the bustling city center, taking in the sights and sounds of the city. We'll pass by the historic Town Hall, the famous Cube Houses, and the striking Rotterdam Central Station.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Meet your private guide at the central station of Rotterdam under the 'meeting cloud'. From here you will start your 2-hour walking tour. Your guide will provide an overview of the city's history as you take in several historic sites, including the Town Hall, St. Laurens Church, and the first high-rise building in Europe. Learn what happened in the WWII bombings and why Rotterdam boasts such a wealth of modern architecture. Next you’ll see some examples of the most modern structures. Admire the new and imposing Markthal, the famous cube houses, and the Erasmus Bridge. The tour also includes admission to the Cube House Museum. Continue your walk along the lovely shopping streets and experience the lifestyle of modern Rotterdam. Feel free to ask your guide as many questions as you like!
Options
Private tour with cube house
Duration: 2 hours Cube House included: The private tour has entrance to the cube houses included.
Small-group tour
Duration: 2 hours
What‘s Included
Local guide
Professional guide
Private tour
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
74 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun time in Rotterdam
Raquel F,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ed was very knowledgeable, nice and funny. He was very open to questions too. An added plus was that he also looks like a mature Matt Damon
Despite what the tour...
Melissa P,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Despite what the tour information says about being able to go inside the cube house as a part of the tour it is not true. Other than that, the guide was knowledgeable. I don't think there was an official rout he was supposed to go, as he appeared to decide where we were going at the moment. I wonder if we do this tour again if we would see some other places.
Great Tour
966suzettec,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Im so glad I went on the tour as I really didn’t know much about Rotterdam other than the ferry port going back and forth to the UK. The guide was very knowledgeable and we covered a lot of ground in our allotted time. I would definitely recommend this tour if you are short of time and/or want the basics and plan to explore the city at greater length.
Susan gave us a great...
Jenny R,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Susan gave us a great tour! She was very knowledgeable easy to ask questions of and showed us a lot of things. Her passion for Rotterdam and it’s history and architecture is evident.
Very informative, very friendly
markusk921,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative, very friendly
Paula was very pleasant...
Leslie F,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Paula was very pleasant and extremely knowledgable in the history of Rotterdam. She took us to a variety of different sites and was thorough in her explanation. Two thumbs up!
The architectural evolution of Rotterdam
KIM R,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was super. Personable and very knowledgeable of Rotterdam. A great architectural introduction to the city.
How do I furnish?
Sylviane C,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It seems there are few but it is a real city! Are the floors horizontal? To check it, you have to visit. Contrary to what the Internet told us, it was open. So, go... It's worth a visit, even if the site is aging.
Guide was a nice man
Vacation111056,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Guide was proficient. Did not know what time tour was to start. This is the second tour we took with Trip Advisor where the operator did not know the details of our tour. Trip Advisor apparently did not get the details correct
An absolutely fantastic walking tour!
Thksnow,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Susan was our tour guide on our private tour on an absolutely beautiful sunny day in Rotterdam, and she was fantastic. She has lived in the Netherlands for many years and was very knowledgeable and patient in answering our many questions. She also was very understanding of our desire for a slower pace, and we still saw everything. Highly recommended!
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