Popular places to visit
Erasmus Bridge
This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
SS Rotterdam
You can browse the exhibits at SS Rotterdam, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
See the largest collection of authentic windmills in the Netherlands as you cycle or hike through this picturesque World Heritage site.
Markthal Rotterdam
During your visit to Rotterdam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Maritime Museum
As one of the largest and oldest port cities in Europe, it’s fitting that Rotterdam boasts one of the continent’s most impressive nautical museums.
Things to do
Rotterdam: Miniworld Rotterdam Entry Ticket
Utrecht: Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Rotterdam
Utrecht: Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Den Haag
Amsterdam: Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Den Haag
Amsterdam: Train Transfer Schiphol Airport from/to Den Haag
Top hotels in Blijdorp
The Usual Rotterdam
Room clean, tidy and comfortable. Staff helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Carlton Beach
Everything was great including the restaurant
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Good location in town centre.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
citizenM Rotterdam
Good
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
The staff at the front desk was kind and very helpful sand the room was clean and beautiful
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
I highly recommend this hotel… It was incredible for the hotel and location..
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Blijdorp
Noord
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Noord. You might consider stopping by Blijdorp Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Agniesebuurt
While there might not be top attractions in Agniesebuurt, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Old Luxor Theater and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
Chinatown
While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
Middelland
Though Middelland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum and De Doelen.
Oude Westen
While Oude Westen may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like De Doelen and Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum.
Centrum
Centrum is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Witte de Withstraat and De Doelen while in the area.
