Rotterdam: Art, History and Architecture Self-Guided Audio Tour
This two-hour walking tour reveals how Rotterdam transformed from a fishing village into Europe’s largest port and a hub of bold, modern architecture after WWII’s devastating bombing.
Starting at the surviving City Hall, you’ll explore landmarks like Piet Blom’s iconic Cube Houses, the iridescent Markthal, and St Lawrence Church. Wander the Old Harbor, where historic ships meet skyscrapers, and see innovative sites like the silver Boijmans Van Beuningen Depot and Europe’s first city surf pool.
Stroll along the Maas River for views of the Erasmus Bridge, and explore creative Witte de Withstraat. Along the way, you’ll uncover Rotterdam’s resilient spirit, striking design, and vibrant culture—capturing why it’s known as the Netherlands’ most modern city.
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Rotterdam: Art, History and Architecture Self-Guided Audio Tour
What's included in Rotterdam: Art, History and Architecture Self-Guided Audio Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
City Hall RotterdamPass-by Only
Start the tour at what is not just a functioning city hall, but a symbol of resilience, having survived the bombing by Nazi Germany in 1940
Grote of Sint-LaurenskerkPass-by Only
Pass by and catch a glimpse of the only medieval structure that survived the destruction of Rotterdam in World War II
MarkthalPass-by Only
Also called the Sistine Chapel of Rotterdam, experience this Architectural innovation, culinary hotspot, and symbol of Rotterdam as you pass by
Inclusions
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Food and drink
- Transportation
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- This tour begins right in front of the iconic Stadhuis - Rotterdam's city hall. An easily accessible and central starting point. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End Points
- The tour ends by the statue of Santa Claus by Paul McCarthy
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app Create an account Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]
