Discover Rotterdam: Classic Highlights Bike Tour with a Local
Description
Discover the vibrant and dynamic city of Rotterdam on this exciting bicycle tour (3hr) that takes you to some of the most iconic and historic locations the city has to offer.
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Itinerary
Our first stop will be in front of Hotel New York. We will tell about its history and current use. Also from there we will have a great view on the so called 'tornado' which is the new Fenix Museum of Migration.
We will cycle over the Erasmusbrug towards the Maritime District, where we will stop at the Rotterdam War Memorial of WWII. We will talk about the bridge and give a brief history of Rotterdam in relation to WWII.
We will stop in the Shipping Quarter at the fountain that once was in the city centre. This characteristic part of Rotterdam will give you a glimpse of what Rotterdam used to look like before the war.
The so called ‘Museum Quarter’ is a place in Rotterdam where some of the most prominent museums of Rotterdam are based, connected by the Museum park. We will make a stop close to The New Institute looking at the brand new Art Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen, one of the latest icons that was added to Rotterdam and the first publicly accessible art depot in the world! Already getting excited?
There will be an opportunity for a 15–20 minute break at one of Rotterdam’s oldest shopping streets, De Oude Binnenweg. The duration of the break depends on the size and needs of the group and can be adjusted on the spot. During the break, we can either stay together at a coffee bar or you may choose to wander around and explore on your own. This moment is ideal for socialising, getting recommendations, warming up, cooling down, or simply using the restroom. Please note that beverages are not included.
Our final stop before bringing back the bikes will be in front of the historical city hall of Rotterdam.
We will stop closeby at the square in front of the St. Lawrence Church.
The yellow Cube Houses might be one of the most famous sightseeing locations in the city. We will stand in front, talk about the history and take photos.
The Market Hall (2014) made Rotterdam extra famous and is a modern indoor market with lots of food and colours! We also call it our modern Sistine Chapel and you will find out why!
We will cycle further towards the Kings Harbour Bridge, where we will make a stop and dive into its history!
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(29)
An amazing bike tour around the city of Rotterdam with a very knowledge and fun tour guide! Learned all about the history, culture, and architecture of the city. And the guide was kind enough to point out some local spots for excellent food/drinks as well as other fun activities to do in the city. Would highly recommend!
Biking through Rotterdam gave me the time to see multiple areas of the city. Elmer took the time at each location to provide historical background and the story behind them. The cycling was easily manageable for any level of experience. This tour was interesting and enjoyable. I would recommend booking with Elmer as he was very engaging and gave us the opportunity to ask questions. He provided more than a summary of each location.
This is a great way to discover this marvelous city and its history. Elmer is a thorough and considerate guide.
My mum & I as part of our 5 day trip to The Hague wanted to experience a guided tour bike ride in Rotterdam. Elmer was available and he offered us a private tour at no extra fee. Elmer was very thorough to check the bikes tyres were inflated & we were happy with the seat heights. We agreed not to go too fast as we were cycling near main roads. Elmer explained the route we would take & what we would see. We stopped at several points so he could give us the history at that given site. Elmer is fluent in english, and he always gave clear hand signals as to which way we were going. A great 2 hours experience and Elmer is not only an excellent tour guide, but a thoroughly nice person and we would recommend him to anyone of all ages!
This bicycle tour is a great way to see the heart of Rotterdam, and Elmo is a fantastic guide full of knowledge and love for his city. The trip includes many stops to stretch your legs so you are not sitting on the bike for long periods. The bike lanes in Rotterdam are well marked and smooth, with every intersection having signals just for bikes alone. Note that we used pedal bikes (not e-bikes), but we are in our mid-60’s and had no problems. I highly recommend Elmo and this tour for a great experience!
Wow Steve! You are making us blush ;) Thanks for leaving us a flying review! We are doing our best to maintain our bikes to the highest standards to make sure our tour members are happy! It was a joy showing you around in Rotterdam :) All the best! Elmer
Elmer is passionate about the city he grew up in. Rotterdam has seen dramatic change over its history. He has selected wonderful locations and topics. He tells Rotterdam's history in a personal way, not leaving out many of the ugly truths behind why things are the way they are. But above all, his optimism for the living experiment that is his growing, dynamic city shines through in his tour. This isn't a college kid who memorized some facts (although that kind of tour can be fun, too!). It's a good guy who found a way to share his knowledge and love of his home for a living. Bravo, Elmer!
Jay! What a tour we had, right!? Thanks for leaving us such a great honest review. It helps us, and of course other travelers to make the right decision. Wishing you all the best and whenever you feel like, come to Rotterdam and we do another tour! Be in touch :) - Elmer, Rottourdam Tours
Our guide Elmer was super enthusiastic, he has a lot of knowledge and turned out to be a nice talker. A true Rotterdammer with the accompanying humour. A top experience! Jos & Ruth and Koen & Sophie
Wat super leuk om te horen! Goed te horen dat jullie een echte Rotterdamse tour hebben gehad :) Jullie waren een leuke groep! Groetjes uit Rotterdam, Elmer
The guide was very knowledgeable and interesting. I had a great time and it was such a good way to learn a lot more about the city in only a few hours! I would really recommend it!
Thank you for your kind words! I’m really glad you had a great time and found the tour both knowledgeable and interesting. Really appreciate the recommendation! Warm regards, Elmer 💛🚲
Lovely tour across the city of Rotterdam on a bicycle, the Dutch way! Very interesting places, excellently described by our guide Elmer - he was fantastic. Overall, a great and fun experience 👍🏼
Dear Shubham, Thank you for your “brilliant” review! I’m really happy you enjoyed the bicycle tour and exploring Rotterdam the Dutch way. It’s great to hear you found the places interesting and the experience fun—means a lot! Warm regards, Elmer 💛🚲
The bike tour was an excellent experience. Elmer is a friendly and flexible guide. He shares things about the city that you won’t find in written guides. I definitely recommend choosing this activity. In three hours, Elmer takes you through all the main and important sights of Rotterdam. The ride is not demanding — it’s pleasant. With this tour, you also get to experience the true Dutch urban cycling vibe.
Thank you for your wonderful review! I’m really happy you had an “excellent experience” and enjoyed the friendly and flexible approach during the tour. It’s great to hear you appreciated the insights you won’t find in written guides and the “true Dutch urban cycling vibe.” Hope to see you one day again! Warm regards, Elmer 💛🚲
