Kop van Zuid Tours

What was once an abandoned port area has now been redeveloped into an urban, metropolitan neighborhood. Many of the disused buildings in Kop van Zuid – shipyards, headquarters, and plants – have remained and were recently given a second life, not without thanks to the completion of the now-iconic Erasmus Bridge that finally united the north and the south sides of the mighty Nieuwe Maas River. Along with new infrastructure and award-winning architecture (throughout their modernization, most buildings kept a lot of their original features to keep history alive), this duality and eclectic feel have helped Kop van Zuid reached an international reputation, and its business model has since been copied several times in other naval cities facing similar issues. If Kop van Zuid used to be exclusively for dockworkers and sailors, it is now filled with fashionable youngsters and local families wanting to experience a new side of their city. Visitors will now find a contemporary and inviting entertainment district that features hotels, cafés, restaurants, a theater, and many businesses – even an international cruise ship port, the Wilhelmina Pier.
Practical Info
Kop van Zuid is located on the south bank of the Nieuwe Maas River in Rotterdam. It is accessible on foot from the Leuhaven district by crossing the Erasmus Bridge, by metro via lines D and E (Wilhelminaplein stop), or by tram via lines 12, 20, 23 and 25 (Wilhelminaplein stop).
Address: Rotterdam, Netherlands
8 Tours and Activities to Experience Kop van Zuid
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City Sightseeing Rotterdam Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Discover Rotterdam, known as the Netherlands’ ‘second city,’ at your own pace on a City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour, valid for 24- or 48-hours. Soak up the surreal avant-garde architecture, pretty canals, daring art, and quirky shopfronts as you cruise around the city aboard an open-top, double-decker bus. Hop on and off at your leisure to visit the Euromast observation tower, Museumpark, Eramusburg (Erasmus Bridge), and other top sights. A complimentary audio guide in five languages is included.
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$24.14
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$24.14
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Rotterdam Land and Sea Splash Tour
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The Splashtours tour of the city will take you to the most exceptional and beautiful places in Rotterdam, followed by the “splash”: a spectacular dive into the Maas River. Suddenly the bus turns into a seaworthy vessel, sailing down the river with spectacular views of the city skyline! The Splashtours Rotterdam city tour lasts about 60 minutes.
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$31.57
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$31.57

Rotterdam City Highlights Bike Tour
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Explore Rotterdam, the Netherlands’ ‘second city,’ on two wheels with this 2,5-3 hour guided bike tour. Take in the canals, boundary-pushing art and ultra-modern architecture as you cycle to the metropolis’ main sights and local hotspots. Stop off to taste Dutch delicacies at Rotterdam Market Hall (Markthal) and get a close-up look at other top attractions, and hear insider stories about Dutch culture. On this tour, you’ll cover more ground than on a walking tour.
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$33.43
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$33.43
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
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Architectural Walking Tour in Rotterdam
The second biggest city of the country has the biggest port of Europe. And because of its unusual architecture, Rotterdam is a Dutch gem that definitely deserves a visit. During our half tour you will be surprised by the surreal bright yellow Cube Houses and De Rotterdam complex’s stacked glass towers. The architectural thrill extends to other projects such as the swan-shaped Erasmus Bridge and red Willemsbrug bridge.
If you are into high culture, the Museumpark is waiting for you with six different museums and galleries. You can also see the country’s largest artwork in the Markthal while you enjoy a well-deserved drink.
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$317.48
per group
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$317.48
per group

Walking tour Rotterdam
Beyond Rotterdam goes a step further. The beyond Tour will show you the most know sites to see in Rotterdam!
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$17.78
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$17.78

Touristic highlights of Rotterdam on a Half Day (4 Hours) Private Tour
Make the most of your time in Rotterdam and experience the best of everything in Rotterdam on this half day private tour with a local, you will use public transport throughout this tour to enhance your local experience even more, you will visit the ancient, medieval and modern neighborhoods to see and appreciate the vast history and culture that the city has witnessed over the years, also try the best food, drinks, local favorite places to hangout, visit coffee shop, red light district and beat the touristic rush. Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the dutch culture and to fall in love with Rotterdam even more.
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$95.25
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$95.25
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Private tour of Photography at best locations in Rotterdam with a local
If you love taking sensational pictures and showing them off on Instagram or elsewhere then this experience is just the right one for you. You will visit the ancient, medieval and modern neighborhoods, canals, cafes, hidden alleys, coffee shop and markets for that picture perfect photo of Amsterdam that you always wanted.Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the dutch culture and to fall in love with Amsterdam even more.
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$63.50
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$63.50
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Layover in Rotterdam Private Tour with a local: Best Highlights of Rotterdam
Isn't it better to explore the city than waiting at the airport lounge? Make the most of your time in Rotterdam and experience the best of everything in Rotterdam on this layover special private tour with a local, you will use public transport throughout this tour to enhance your local experience even more, you will visit the ancient, medieval and modern neighborhoods to see and appreciate the vast history and culture that the city has witnessed over the years, also try the best food, drinks, local favorite places to hangout, visit coffee shop, red light district and beat the touristic rush. Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the dutch culture and to fall in love with Rotterdam even more.
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$95.25
From
$95.25
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
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