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
Maritime Museum which includes a square or plaza

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.

Maritime Museum

Activities

Delft

Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

NZ$186
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk

Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk

NZ$19
per adult
Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk
Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour

Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour

NZ$57
per adult
Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour
The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Small-Group Tour

The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Small-Group Tour (Max. 8 People)

NZ$272
per adult
The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Small-Group Tour (Max. 8 People)
Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket

Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket

NZ$31
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket
Small group tour to Kinderdijk windmills and Delft from Amsterdam

Small group tour to Kinderdijk windmills and Delft from Amsterdam

NZ$489
per adult
Small group tour to Kinderdijk windmills and Delft from Amsterdam
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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
The price is NZ$124 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$124
20 July - 21 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! (187 reviews)
"We stayed in one of the pod rooms and it was great- the room is cosy but has plug sockets and everything you need for a night. The bed wasn’t really comfy, which is the reason I can’t give it 5 stars- it sagged in the middle and meant we woke up having not had the best sleep. But all the facilities ..."

Reviewed on 14 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 NZ$131 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$131
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location. Quiet, clean and modern. Staff very helpful."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

The James Hotel Rotterdam
citizenM Rotterdam

citizenM Rotterdam

4 out of 5
Gelderse plein 50, Rotterdam, South Holland
The price is NZ$139 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$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 NZ$139 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$139
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! (803 reviews)
"Very Nice hotel"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 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
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$169 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$169
29 July - 30 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! (1,013 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 NZ$125 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$125
20 July - 21 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 ...
6.8/10 (188 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 showing a lake or waterhole, landscape views 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 featuring outdoor art and a square or plaza

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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