Rotterdam City Highlights & Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

Depart from Willemsplein
and see Rotterdam from the water

Board at Willemsplein and cruise through Rotterdam's city center and harbor for about 75 minutes. On board, the audio system provides commentary on Rotterdam, the port, and the highlights of the route in Dutch, English, and German. Scan the QR code on your table to read route information online in French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Polish, Japanese, and Chinese.

Pass the Erasmus Bridge and De Hef

Sail along the Nieuwe Maas toward the Erasmus Bridge, Noordereiland, and the Willemsbrug, then continue to the Koningshaven. In front of the historic De Hef railway bridge, the boat makes a 180-degree turn for a fantastic view, and you can also see the unique Markthal and the Cube Houses.

Discover Rotterdam's busy port

Sail past the Rotterdam skyline toward the Scheepvaartkwartier, the Euromast, and the Lloydkwartier before heading into the port area. Cross the Nieuwe Maas via the IJsselhaven to RDM and the Waalhaven, where you can see the port in action with shipping companies, ship maintenance, and other port activities. The Waalhaven is also home to several major international shipping companies.

Return past the SS Rotterdam and Hotel New York

On the way back, pass through the Maashaven and sail past the historic SS Rotterdam. Then see Katendrecht, Hotel New York, the Cruise Terminal, and De Rotterdam before returning to Willemsplein.