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

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

Euromast

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

Euromast
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
Kinderdijk showing a river or creek and a windmill

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.

Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
Markthal Rotterdam

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.

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

Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise

Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise

NZ$52
per adult
Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise
Delft

Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

NZ$193
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
The Hague: City Canal Cruise

The Hague: Canal Cruise

NZ$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Hague: Canal Cruise
Centre The Hague On Foot with Wonderful Storyteller - 2hr

Centre The Hague On Foot with Wonderful Storyteller - 2hr

NZ$49
per adult
Centre The Hague On Foot with Wonderful Storyteller - 2hr
Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide

Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide

NZ$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide
Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket

Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket

NZ$32
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
The price is NZ$106 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$106
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (241 reviews)
"Easy access and hospitable staff and entrance. Definitely felt like you were home away from home."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

The Usual Rotterdam
Riva Hotel The Hague

Riva Hotel The Hague

4 out of 5
Brasserskade 221, The Hague
Stay at this 4-star hotel in The Hague. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (428 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean, modern and staff were very friendly. There is a very fancy restaurant on site as well but we did not eat there. Surrounding area seemed industrial but was a quick trip to the center of Delft for restaurants and shopping."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

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Riva Hotel The Hague
Art Hotel Rotterdam

Art Hotel Rotterdam

4 out of 5
Mijnsherenlaan 9, Rotterdam
The price is NZ$147 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$147
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (902 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay and would come back again."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Art Hotel Rotterdam
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam

Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam

4.5 out of 5
Westersingel 70, Rotterdam
The price is NZ$220 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$220
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
"This was the first time solo travelling for a while and first time to Rotterdam. I’d read some infavourable reviews before I travelled and was a bit nervous but I chose the hotel because of the location. As soon as I arrived late at night I was greatex a warm and in iting reception bar area with ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
citizenM Rotterdam

citizenM Rotterdam

4 out of 5
Gelderse plein 50, Rotterdam, South Holland
The price is NZ$144 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$144
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,007 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and they gave me a free early check-in"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

citizenM Rotterdam
The James Hotel Rotterdam

The James Hotel Rotterdam

3.5 out of 5
Aert van Nesstraat 25, Rotterdam
The price is NZ$129 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$129
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (1,016 reviews)
"We loved the James Hotel. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the room was wonderful. The bed was incredibly comfortable, allowing for a good night’s sleep. Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

The James Hotel Rotterdam
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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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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.

Middelland
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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 De Doelen and Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum.

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 Lijnbaan and Witte de Withstraat while in the area.

Centrum

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