Blijdorp Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Ahoy Rotterdam
Catch an event at Ahoy Rotterdam during your trip to Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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 MC
If Erasmus MC is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rotterdam.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
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.
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.
Activities
Rotterdam: Feyenoord 'De Kuip' Stadium Tour
Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam
Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket
MUST DO: Rotterdam highlights & history with a local guide
Rotterdam: Miniworld Rotterdam Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Blijdorp Hotel Deals
The Usual Rotterdam
Get what you pay for and then some. Changed "shared bathroom" for me forever. So good. Great vibe. I am the demographic this hotel is designed for and I lapped it up.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Great location! Short walk to lots of entertainment, shopping, and food. Property and staff are excellent!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
Carlton Beach
DId not have the chance to have breakfast
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
Excellent as alwsys
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
citizenM Rotterdam
Not the nicest of entrance to a hotel, however it is centrally located near the trams and metros. Very large bed.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
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.
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.
Oude Noorden
While there might not be top attractions in Oude Noorden, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Holland Casino Rotterdam and Binnenrotte Market Square.
