Esse Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Erasmus Bridge showing a bridge, night scenes and modern architecture

Erasmus Bridge

4.5/5(3 reviews)

This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.

Erasmus Bridge
Euromast which includes a park, landscape views and a lake or waterhole

Euromast

4/5(1 review)

The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.

Euromast
SS Rotterdam

SS Rotterdam

You can browse the exhibits at SS Rotterdam, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

SS Rotterdam
Kinderdijk showing a river or creek and a windmill

Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout

5/5(6 reviews)

See the largest collection of authentic windmills in the Netherlands as you cycle or hike through this picturesque World Heritage site.

Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
Markthal Rotterdam

Markthal Rotterdam

4/5(4 reviews)

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.

Markthal Rotterdam
Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum showing art and interior views

Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum

4/5(1 review)

Admire one of the finest collections of artwork in Europe, which features Dutch Old Masters as well as abstract and contemporary pieces.

Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum

Activities

Delft

Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

AU$173
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour

Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour

AU$53
per adult
Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour
The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Small-Group Tour

The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Small-Group Tour (Max. 8 People)

AU$249
per adult
The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Small-Group Tour (Max. 8 People)
Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise

Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise

AU$47
per adult
Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise
Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket

Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket

AU$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket
Rotterdam: Euromast Lookout Tower Ticket

Rotterdam: Euromast Lookout Tower Ticket

AU$23
per adult
Rotterdam: Euromast Lookout Tower Ticket
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Our pick of the best Esse Hotel Deals

The Usual Rotterdam

The Usual Rotterdam

4 out of 5
Westblaak 10, Rotterdam
The price is AU$94 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$94
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Erasmus Bridge and Ahoy Rotterdam ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (191 reviews)
"The Usual is a fun hotel located within easy walking distance to Markthal and the water bus. The (s)quad room was perfect for our family of four."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

The Usual Rotterdam
The James Hotel Rotterdam

The James Hotel Rotterdam

3.5 out of 5
Aert van Nesstraat 25, Rotterdam
The price is AU$111 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$111
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Ok
"Positive: big room, lots of light, nice staff, location, price. Negative: impersonal, breakfast arrangement."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

The James Hotel Rotterdam
citizenM Rotterdam

citizenM Rotterdam

4 out of 5
Gelderse plein 50, Rotterdam, South Holland
The price is AU$127 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$127
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"Very unique, especially the room controls via an iPad in the room or your phone (lights, curtains blinds, climate, tv, check out). Even play a memory game likeSimon with the bathrooms color lighting."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

citizenM Rotterdam
Art Hotel Rotterdam

Art Hotel Rotterdam

4 out of 5
Mijnsherenlaan 9, Rotterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$126 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$126
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (817 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Art Hotel Rotterdam
Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen

Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen

5 out of 5
Gevers Deynootplein 30, Scheveningen, The Hague
The price is AU$308 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$308
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in The Hague. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Must-visit in The Hague
"Absolutely must-visit hotel, nice spa, spacious lobby, great bar. I was completely satisfied and would like to be back, just a small note- beds in twin room are extremely small. Next time only DBL bed please"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen
Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG

3 out of 5
Weena 121, Rotterdam
The price is AU$160 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$160
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Everything was alright from beginning to end, though when checking in it took a bit longer but the receptionists kindly told me why."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Esse

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Prins Alexander

Unique features of Prins Alexander include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Woonmall Alexandrium or Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout while you're exploring the area.

Prins Alexander
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Kralingen-Crooswijk

Kralingen-Crooswijk is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kralingse Bos Park and Rhine.

Kralingen-Crooswijk
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Hillegersberg-Schiebroek

Restaurants and theme parks are just a few things travellers like about Hillegersberg-Schiebroek. A stop by Plaswijckpark is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Hillegersberg-Schiebroek
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Ijsselmonde

Ijsselmonde is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Feijenoord Stadium and Rhine.

Ijsselmonde
Maritime Museum featuring outdoor art and a square or plaza

Stadsdriehoek

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.

Stadsdriehoek
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Feijenoord

Waterfront views, bars and seaside views are some highlights of Feijenoord. Make a stop by Fenix Food Factory or Luxor Theater while you're exploring.

Feijenoord

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