Things to do in Rotterdam

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Rotterdam Zoo is in the Blijdorp area of the city. It's one of the finest (and oldest) zoos in Europe. Enjoy the Amazonica, the Oceanium and daily public feedings of some of its hungry inhabitants.

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Swap the Dutch-style canal houses of Amsterdam for a completely different experience in the Netherlands with a visit to the port city of Rotterdam. See the contemporary Rotterdam skyline from the water as you sail between abstract architecture and modern bridges on a harbor cruise off the historic Rotterdam port.

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The Euromast tower is an iconic component of the Rotterdam skyline, reaching 185 meters into the sky. With its panoramic viewing deck and rotating glass elevator, it offers unbeatable views of the city and its surroundings.

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Experience Rotterdam in a whole new way

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Pannenkoekenboot Rotterdam is a cruise through Rotterdam that includes all-you-can-eat pancakes. It is located beside Het Park in Rotterdam, only a minute's walk from the Euromast tower.

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Located under the Erasmus Bridge, Remastered is like stepping into a whole new world. Using advanced projector technology and Europe's largest indoor LED screen, Remastered brings the works of famous Dutch masters to life. Get ready to stand amazed as Van Gogh's vibrant colours surround you, Hieronymous Bosch's creatures from The Garden of Earthly Delights run around the walls, and a pixel waterfall pours in its digital world. You can even create your own digital art work and set it loose!

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Time to get aquatic at Rotterdam's maritime museum, celebrating six centuries of salty seafaring!

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In the new World Museum, visitors are introduced to a contemporary museum in which Rotterdam's own impressive collection plays a central role. For the Wereldmuseum is a museum for and by the people of Rotterdam. A collection that comprises more than 83,000 objects; objects that have been brought together by the people of Rotterdam since the 19th century. It is precisely in this super-diverse city that the museum, with its world-renowned collection, can play a connecting role. The World Museum shows that, apart from the differences, we are all the same: human.

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During this full day tour, your first destination will be the well known UNESCO world heritage Kinderdijk, with its unique collection of 19 authentic windmills. Next is the royal town of The Hague with an included visit to one of the must-sees: The Mauritshuis museum; home to some of the best Dutch paintings from the Golden Age, such as Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl earring. Escher in Het Paleis; a museum located in a former palace covering the works of one of the most famous graphic artists: M.C. Escher. Madurodam; a small city full of beautiful miniatures, playful activities and the best attractions.

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