At the Rotterdam Maritime Museum,
Experience 600 years of history

The Rotterdam Maritime Museum was founded in 1874, and since then it has been a contributor to all things maritime. Inside, there are one million artifacts commemorating six centuries of history. World-class collections explore the impact the maritime world has had on our lives, showcasing the many masterpieces of the Dutch shipping industry's contribution to the world, and tour the Maritime Museum Port to see historic ships in their natural environment. Experience the port city's past, present, and future at the Maritime Museum, and see and board some of the greatest ships in history!

Main exhibition information

The Rotterdam Maritime Museum consists of six main exhibition halls.

• Port : Exhibition showing the history and development of Rotterdam Port
• Ships : Exhibition showing the different ship types and technologies in the Netherlands
• Sea : Exhibition showing the natural environment and marine ecosystem of the sea
• Humans and the Sea : An exhibition showing the relationship between humans and the sea from a historical and cultural perspective
• Future : Exhibition showcasing future maritime industry and technology

Rotterdam Maritime Museum offers a variety of experiential programs.

• Ship simulator : A simulator that allows you to experience operating a real ship.
• Submarine Experience : A program where you can see the inside of a submarine and experience diving.
• Marine education program : Marine education program for a variety of audiences from children to adults