Blijdorp Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Erasmus Bridge showing a bridge, night scenes and modern architecture

Erasmus Bridge

4.5/5(3 reviews)

This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.

Erasmus Bridge
SS Rotterdam

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.

SS Rotterdam
Euromast which includes a park, landscape views and a lake or waterhole

Euromast

4/5(1 review)

The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.

Euromast
Kinderdijk showing a river or creek and a windmill

Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout

5/5(6 reviews)

See the largest collection of authentic windmills in the Netherlands as you cycle or hike through this picturesque World Heritage site.

Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
Markthal Rotterdam

Markthal Rotterdam

4/5(4 reviews)

During your visit to Rotterdam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Markthal Rotterdam
Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum showing art and interior views

Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum

4/5(1 review)

Admire one of the finest collections of artwork in Europe, which features Dutch Old Masters as well as abstract and contemporary pieces.

Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum

Activities

Delft

Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

AU$172
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Guided Tour from Amsterdam

Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Guided Tour from Amsterdam

AU$98
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Guided Tour from Amsterdam
Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk

Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk

AU$17
per adult
Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk
Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour

Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour

AU$53
per adult
Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour
Small group tour to Kinderdijk windmills and Delft from Amsterdam

Small group tour to Kinderdijk windmills and Delft from Amsterdam

AU$448
per adult
Small group tour to Kinderdijk windmills and Delft from Amsterdam
Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket

Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Blijdorp Hotel Deals

The Usual Rotterdam
The Usual Rotterdam
4 out of 5
Westblaak 10, Rotterdam
Fully refundable
The price is AU$113 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$113
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Erasmus Bridge and Ahoy Rotterdam ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (183 reviews)
"Love the focus on sustainability. Excellent hotel!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

The Usual Rotterdam
The James Hotel Rotterdam
The James Hotel Rotterdam
3.5 out of 5
Aert van Nesstraat 25, Rotterdam
The price is AU$113 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$113
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"WTC 회의 참석차 5박하였으며, WTC의 접근성이 매우 우수하고, 주변 호텔 중 가장 새 건물 호텔인 것 같습니다. 같이 방문한 다른 사람들이 이 호텔 투숙을 부러워할 정도였습니다. 11층에 투숙하였는데, 주변 건물로 뷰가 막혔는데, 16층(1601호)에 투숙한 친구방에 가보니 전체 도시뷰가 보이는 장점이 있었습니다. 방 시설은 전반적으로 깨끗하고 만족스러웠습니다. LAVAZA 커피머신과 캡슐커피 제공도 또하나의 행복이었습니다."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

The James Hotel Rotterdam
citizenM Rotterdam
citizenM Rotterdam
4 out of 5
Gelderse plein 50, Rotterdam, South Holland
The price is AU$139 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$139
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
Very good value
"Perfect location: close to the Centraal Station, and close to many attractions."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

citizenM Rotterdam
Art Hotel Rotterdam
Art Hotel Rotterdam
4 out of 5
Mijnsherenlaan 9, Rotterdam
The price is AU$126 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$126
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (793 reviews)
OK
"Steep steps into the building, I ended up using the ramp. Check-in needed ID which I think could have been done via the app in advance. Enjoyed the room although some corridor noise, a second door from the hall or a better room door would have been good. If you are disturbed very much depends on ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Art Hotel Rotterdam
Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
3 out of 5
Weena 121, Rotterdam
The price is AU$158 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$158
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Excellent service and early check in would stay again only feedback no milk in the rooms for coffee and tea"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
Urban Hotel The Golden Stork
Urban Hotel The Golden Stork
3 out of 5
7 Volmerlaan, Rijswijk, ZH
The price is AU$119 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$119
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rijswijk. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (186 reviews)
"Friendly staff, enough space for parking and good price, had a nice dinner at the hotel's restaurant"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Urban Hotel The Golden Stork
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Other neighbourhoods around Blijdorp

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Noord

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Noord. You might consider stopping by Blijdorp Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Noord
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Chinatown

While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.

Chinatown
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Oude Westen

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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 Rotterdam City Theatre and De Doelen.

Oude Westen
Rotterdam featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements

Cool

While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Lijnbaan and Witte de Withstraat.

Cool
Euromast featuring landscape views, a lake or waterhole and a park

Centrum

Centrum is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Rotterdam City Theatre and Lijnbaan while in the area.

Centrum
Maritime Museum showing a square or plaza and outdoor art

Stadsdriehoek

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.

Stadsdriehoek

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