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Rotterdam in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days based in Rotterdam lets you explore Holland. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Rotterdam — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Architecture & harbour
  2. 2Day 2: Kinderdijk windmills
  3. 3Day 3: Delft or The Hague
  4. 4Holland & beyond

Day 1: the city

Explore the architecture, Markthal and harbour.

Day 2: Kinderdijk

Visit the iconic UNESCO windmills.

Day 3: Delft or The Hague

See Vermeer’s Delft or royal The Hague.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Rotterdam — prices per person.

Iconic Rotterdam Food Tour: 7 pratos locais com um Guia
Rotterdam
Iconic Rotterdam Food Tour: 7 pratos locais com um Guia
5.0(11)·4 horas
a partir de$84/ pessoa
via Viator
Excursão privada de Roterdã a Windmills of Kinderdijk e Gouda Cheese Experience
Rotterdam
Excursão privada de Roterdã a Windmills of Kinderdijk e Gouda Cheese Experience
5.0(3)·6 horas
a partir de$600/ pessoa
via Viator
Roterdão e Delft: Excursão Privada com Cube House e Transfer
The Hague
Roterdão e Delft: Excursão Privada com Cube House e Transfer
5.0(13)·5 horas
a partir de$256/ pessoa
via Viator
Excursão em grupo pequeno por Delft and Windmills a partir do porto de cruzeiro de Roterdão
Rotterdam
Excursão em grupo pequeno por Delft and Windmills a partir do porto de cruzeiro de Roterdão
5.0(3)·8 horas
a partir de$291/ pessoa
via Viator
Excursão privada de um dia: Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague de Amsterdã
Amsterdam
Excursão privada de um dia: Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague de Amsterdã
4.9(27)·8 horas
a partir de$424/ pessoa
via Viator
Rotterdam, Haia, Delft Private Tour saindo de Amsterdã
Amsterdam
Rotterdam, Haia, Delft Private Tour saindo de Amsterdã
4.8(50)·8 horas
a partir de$722/ pessoa
via Viator

Rotterdam in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Rotterdam?
Three days is ideal — the city on day one, Kinderdijk on day two, and Delft or The Hague on day three, using Rotterdam as a base to explore Holland’s Randstad.
What is the best day trip from Rotterdam for 3 days?
The Kinderdijk windmills are the most iconic, Delft the prettiest at 15 minutes away, and The Hague the most regal; all are excellent from Rotterdam.
How do I plan a 3-day Rotterdam itinerary?
Spend day one in the city, day two at Kinderdijk, and day three in Delft or The Hague, booking windmill tours ahead in summer.

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ArchitectureMarkthal & FoodHarbour CruisesKinderdijk WindmillsDay Trips