Centrum Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Erasmus Bridge
This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
Markthal Rotterdam
During your visit to Rotterdam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum
Admire one of the finest collections of artwork in Europe, which features Dutch Old Masters as well as abstract and contemporary pieces.
Maritime Museum
As one of the largest and oldest port cities in Europe, it’s fitting that Rotterdam boasts one of the continent’s most impressive nautical museums.
Witte de Withstraat
During your trip to Rotterdam, you can do some window-shopping at Witte de Withstraat. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Activities
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
Rotterdam: Feyenoord 'De Kuip' Stadium Tour
Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam
MUST DO: Rotterdam highlights & history with a local guide
Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide
Our pick of the best Centrum Hotel Deals
The Usual Rotterdam
"Well placed location, good value"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
"Location was good A bit more variety at the Breakfast buffet would have been great"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The James Hotel Rotterdam
"The staff were incredibly helpful.The hotel was within walking distance of the train station,sights, restaurants and shops.We highly recommend it."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
NH Atlanta Rotterdam
"No AC old windows so very loud and very hot. Staff nice rooms clean. Breakfast tasty. I would recommend as last option but if you like sleep in cold room I recommend this hotel during winter"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
"Room was nice and the breakfast was plenty, the ice machine was broken down and no room fridge for people who need medication keeping cool. But the reception stored for us after asking"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
citizenM Rotterdam
"Thank you for allowing a largee group get together"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centrum
Cool
While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Claus Statue and Witte de Withstraat.
Chinatown
While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
Oude Westen
While Oude Westen may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like De Doelen and Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum.
Stadsdriehoek
If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.
Scheepvaartkwartier
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Scheepvaartkwartier. You might want to make time for a stop at Euromast or Erasmus Bridge.
Kop van Zuid
Unique features of Kop van Zuid include the bars and river views. Make a stop by Nederlands Fotomuseum or World Port Centre while you're exploring the area.
