Centrum Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Euromast showing a lake or waterhole, landscape views and a park
Erasmus Bridge showing a bridge, night scenes and modern architecture
Erasmus Bridge which includes skyline, modern architecture and general coastal views
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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
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
Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum showing art and interior views

Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum

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
Stadhuis

Stadhuis

After visiting Stadhuis, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Stadhuis

Activities

Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise

Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise

NZ$51
per adult
Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise
Rotterdam: "Remastered" Digital Art Audiovisual Experience

Rotterdam: "Remastered" Digital Art Audiovisual Experience

NZ$44
per adult
Rotterdam: "Remastered" Digital Art Audiovisual Experience
Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide

Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide

NZ$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide
Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam

Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam

NZ$154
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam
Rotterdam: Euromast Lookout Tower Ticket

Rotterdam: Euromast Lookout Tower Ticket

NZ$25
per adult
Rotterdam: Euromast Lookout Tower Ticket
Delft: Vermeer Centrum Delft Museum Entry Ticket

Delft: Vermeer Centrum Delft Museum Entry Ticket

NZ$23
per adult
Delft: Vermeer Centrum Delft Museum Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Centrum Hotel Deals

The Usual Rotterdam

The Usual Rotterdam

4 out of 5
Westblaak 10, Rotterdam
The price is NZ$112 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$112
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (205 reviews)
Loved Stay
"Excellent Stay. The room was cosy and very clean. Loved the recycling bags."

Reviewed on 29 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$126 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$126
10 Aug - 11 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! (1,002 reviews)
Great location for exploring Rotterdam.
"Great location for exploring Rotterdam, close to major department store and food outlets - walkable to most central Rotterdam sights. Front-desk staff were helpful, and check-in was smooth. Room was clean and comfortable. Our car was too big for their car elevator into the on-site car park, but - ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

The James Hotel Rotterdam
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam

Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam

4.5 out of 5
Westersingel 70, Rotterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$200 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$200
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great Atmosphere"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Bilderberg Parkhotel 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$165 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$165
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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)
"Beware of the taxi scammer in downstairs lobby."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
Rotterdam Marriott Hotel

Rotterdam Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
Weena 686, Rotterdam
The price is NZ$257 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$257
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"I liked the location and the helpfulness of the staff!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
citizenM Rotterdam

citizenM Rotterdam

4 out of 5
Gelderse plein 50, Rotterdam, South Holland
The price is NZ$132 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$132
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (996 reviews)
"Hotel located in a good area, the room is made very easy to navigate and a nice touch to have control over your room lights blinds and tv though an iPad will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

citizenM Rotterdam
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Other neighbourhoods around Centrum

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
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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
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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Scheepvaartkwartier

You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Scheepvaartkwartier. You might want to make time for a stop at Euromast or Erasmus Bridge.

Scheepvaartkwartier
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Kop van Zuid

4/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Kop van Zuid include the bars and river views. Make a stop by De Rotterdam or World Port Centre while you're exploring the area.

Kop van Zuid

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