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Rotterdam self-guided walking tour

Rotterdam: Architectural Wonders and Harbor Spirit

Experience the architectural reinvention of Rotterdam on a relaxed walking tour from the 'De verwoeste stad' monument to the historic Old Harbor. Discover world-famous icons like the Markthal and the Cube Houses while learning how ruins were transformed into the 'Manhattan on the Maas'. This walk combines moving city history with the futuristic flair of a modern metropolis.

Audio tourSelf-guidediOS & Android
188minutes
8.9 kmdistance
18stops
Audio guideFormat
Rotterdam: Architectural Wonders and Harbor Spirit
Richard (R.) Boske / CC0

Stops on this route

This tour works well for first-time visitors, weekend trips, and travelers who want to explore Rotterdam without a fixed tour time.

Route map for Rotterdam walking tour

Map for Rotterdam walking tour with 18 stops
The static map shows the tour route with De verwoeste stad, Hotel New York, Rijnhavenbrug, De Rotterdam, and 14 more stops.

Stops along the route

All stops on this self-guided tour at a glance.

  1. De verwoeste stad in Rotterdam
    Ziko / CC BY-SA 3.0

    1De verwoeste stadMonument

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1947 · Style: reconstruction-period architecture · Height: 600 m · Wikidata

  2. Hotel New York in Rotterdam
    W. Bulach / CC BY-SA 4.0

    2Hotel New YorkBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1993 · Wikidata

  3. Rijnhavenbrug in Rotterdam
    AgainErick / CC BY-SA 3.0

    3RijnhavenbrugBridge

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 2012 · Architect: Paul Wintermans · Wikidata

  4. De Rotterdam in Rotterdam
    Leo Luijten from Netherlands / CC BY 2.0

    4De RotterdamBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1997 · Architect: Ellen van Loon, Reinier de Graaf … · Style: modern architecture · Height: 149 m · Wikidata

  5. Erasmusbrug in Rotterdam
    W. Bulach / CC BY-SA 4.0

    5ErasmusbrugBridge

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1989 · Architect: Ben van Berkel · Height: 139 m · Named after: Erasmus · Wikidata

  6. Witte de Withstraat in Rotterdam
    Sonse / CC BY 2.0

    6Witte de Withstraat

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1871 · Named after: Witte Corneliszoon de With · Wikidata

  7. Santa Claus in Rotterdam
    Ralf Roletschek / CC BY 3.0

    7Santa ClausMonument

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 2001 · Wikidata

  8. Huis Sonneveld in Rotterdam
    Wikifrits / Public domain

    8Huis SonneveldBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1929 · Architect: Brinkman & Van der Vlugt, Leendert van der Vlugt … · Style: functionalism · Wikidata

  9. Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam
    Vysotsky / CC BY-SA 4.0

    9Depot Boijmans Van BeuningenBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 2013 · Architect: John Körmeling, Winy Maas … · Height: 39.5 m · Wikidata

  10. Schouwburgplein in Rotterdam
    No machine-readable author provided. Steinbach assumed (based on copyright claims). / Public domain

    10SchouwburgpleinSquare

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1957 · Wikidata

  11. Post Rotterdam in Rotterdam
    F. Eveleens / CC BY 3.0

    11Post RotterdamBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1915 · Architect: Gustav Cornelis Bremer · Style: Art Deco … · Wikidata

  12. Timmerhuis in Rotterdam
    Vervaardiger: Sjef (S.) Middelweerd ; Auteursrechthouder: Gemeente Rotterdam (Stadsarchief) CC-0 / CC0

    12TimmerhuisBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Architect: Office for Metropolitan Architecture · Wikidata

  13. Erasmus in Rotterdam
    Unknown authorUnknown author / CC BY-SA 4.0

    13ErasmusMonument

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1622 · Wikidata

  14. Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk in Rotterdam
    Unknown authorUnknown author / CC BY-SA 4.0

    14Grote of Sint-LaurenskerkChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1412 · Architect: Hendrick de Keyser · Style: Late Gothic · Height: 65 m · Wikidata

  15. Markthal Rotterdam in Rotterdam
    Exmpletree / CC BY-SA 3.0

    15Markthal RotterdamBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 2004 · Architect: Winy Maas, MVRDV … · Wikidata

  16. Blaakse Bos in Rotterdam
    W. Bulach / CC BY-SA 4.0

    16Blaakse BosBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1978 · Architect: Piet Blom · Wikidata

  17. Oude Haven in Rotterdam
    Michiel1972 / CC BY-SA 3.0

    17Oude HavenWater

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Wikidata

  18. Witte Huis in Rotterdam
    Richard (R.) Boske / CC0

    18Witte HuisBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1897 · Architect: Willem Molenbroek · Style: eclectic architecture … · Wikidata

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Frequently asked questions

The key answers before you start.

Is this a self-guided audio tour?

Yes. In the CityTour AI app (iOS and Android), this is a self-guided audio tour for Rotterdam — start anytime, at your own pace, with map, stops, and audio narration.

What will you see on this tour?

On this tour you'll see, among others, De verwoeste stad, Hotel New York, Rijnhavenbrug, De Rotterdam, Erasmusbrug, Witte de Withstraat and more sights.

Where does the tour start?

The route starts at De verwoeste stad and ends at Witte Huis. You can start anytime — the app guides you to the first stop.

How long does the tour take?

About 188 minutes for 18 stops — at your own pace, with breaks whenever you like.

How much does the tour cost?

This tour costs 30 credits. The exact price depends on the pack you buy and your country — roughly $10.

Is it an outdoor tour — are entry tickets included?

Yes, it's an outdoor tour: the sights are viewed from the outside. Entry tickets are not included, and step-free access cannot be guaranteed.

Is the audio guide available in my language?

The tour and audio guide are available in English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano and 7 more languages. You pick your language in the app.

Can I use the tour offline?

Yes. Tours can be used offline.

Can I ask the AI questions along the way?

Yes. At every stop you can ask the AI directly if you want to know more or didn't understand something.