Private Guided Daytrip in Rotterdam and Dordrecht

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Depot of the Boijmans museum, with the Rotterdam skyline in the background. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Private guide giving an explanation at the Dordrecht City Hall. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore the modern, vibrant city of Rotterdam and the historic, picturesque city of Dordrecht on the

same day! Together with a professional, private guide you will see the best of both worlds.

Enjoy the architectonic wonders such as the Cubic homes, Market hall and the impressive

Erasmus bridge. After having seen all that the modern city has to offer, travel together with your private guide between the two cities per ferry. In the meanwhile explore the sights this water rich area has to offer on some of the busiest waterways of

Europe.

After the journey by ferry you will embark on a trip through the small,

cozy streets of Dordrecht. Let your eyes and ears wonder about the historic sights of local and national significance such as the Big Church, Court of Holland and beautiful city gates. Having explored the oldest city of Holland your private guide will escort you back to the ferry and the tour will and at the Erasmus bridge, right in the city center of Rotterdam.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, English, Dutch
Operated by: Ontdek Dordrecht

Ages: Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional Guide
Included: City Map(s)
Included: Ferry Tickets

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Rotterdam Centraal Station

10 min

The city of Rotterdam is home to many impressive modern building, including the central train station

of the city. The shiny appearance of the building lets the average of 170,000 passengers

wonder. Its pointed roof points towards the historic city center. The guide will inform you

all about the architectonic structure of the building, and the long battle it took for

this station to be constructed
Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen

10 min

One of the most prominent art collections in the city can be found in the museum

of Boijmans van Beuningen. While the museum is closed due to great renovations, the depot

of the museum is accessible to the public. This impressive glass building is home to

a large portion of the art collection of the museum, and the building itself surprises

its onlookers with a tremendous reflection of the entire museum park
Stop 3

10 min

Many interesting works of art can be found throughout the city, yet one really stands out.

The statue of Santa Claus by the American sculptor Paul McCartney has many of the

people passing by wonder what other interpretations you could think of when looking at the

statue. Your guide will tell you all the interesting stories in regard to this statue,

including its infamous nickname among the Rotterdam citizens
Stop 4

10 min

Right above the road leading towards the old harbor of Rotterdam a row of yellow cubic

houses can be seen. These interesting homes are just one part of the many architectonic

wonders the city has to offer. Whilst the homes look very confusing, the inside structure

doesnâ€™t feel like an Escher painting
Markthal

20 min

In the middle of the city center, near the original foundations of the city of Rotterdam

this massive structure can be seen. The market hall is home to many market stall,

restaurants and shops selling a wide variety of products and food. Inside this enormous building

the largest work of art in the world can be seen on the inside roof.

Your private guide will tell you all the details about the building and the art

inside of it. Within the Market Hall you will also have the opportunity to take a restroom break.
Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk

10 min

One of the few historic buildings in Rotterdam is the Laurenskerk, or the big church. Having

survived the destruction of the Second World War this 15th century building isnâ€™t the tallest

â€“ by far â€“ any more ever since the late 20th century. This protestant church

is still in active service for the protestant population of the city
Oude Haven

10 min

One of the older, historic parts of the city showcasing the lively shipping business from the

past and present. Nowadays, many small cafés and restaurants can be found and visited along

these historic harbors, were whilst enjoying a bit or drink you can watch the ships

and swimmers passing by
Erasmus Bridge

10 min

Being such a water rich city, and having the river Maas flowing right through the city

a bridge is a real necessity. The most spectacular bridge is the Erasmus bridge, named

after the famous Rotterdam priest and scholar Erasmus. Since the bridge resembles a appearance of

a swan, it is popular culture it is often called the swan. Every new years

eve it is home to one of the largest firework shows in the Netherlands.
Stop 9

one hour Admission included

From this ferry stop you, together with your private guide will take the ferry from the Erasmus bridge to the Merwekade in the historic city of Dordrecht. From here on you will continue the walking tour and explore much more!
Grote Kerk

10 min Admission not included

The Grote Kerk (Great Church) in Dordrecht is a beautiful Gothic style church that dates back

to the 14th century. It is known for its grand architecture and rich history. The

church s tower is a prominent feature of the Dordrecht skyline and offers stunning views

of the city. The interior of the church is also impressive, with intricate carvings and

beautiful stained-glass windows. The Grote Kerk is a popular tourist attraction and an important religious

site for the people of Dordrecht
Hof van Nederland

10 min

One of the most historical landmarks of the Netherlands, situated right in the historic city center.

In this former monastery the first plans in the Dutch war of independence against the

Spanish were made. Leading figures in our national history have set foot in this court,

including the Dutch â€˜founding fatherâ€™ William of Orange-Nassau. Nowadays, the site serves as a museum

centered around the topic of freedom
Stadhuis Van Dordrecht

10 min

City Hall Dordrecht, also known as Stadhuis Dordrecht, is a beautiful and historic building located in

the heart of Dordrecht, Netherlands. It is the seat of the city s government and

serves as a meeting place for the city council. The building is open to the

public and visitors can take a tour to learn about its history and architecture. The

City Hall Dordrecht is a must-see for anyone visiting Dordrecht and is a great place

to learn about the city s past and present
Ary Scheffer standbeeld

10 min

The most beautiful and vibrant town square in all of Dordrecht. Entirely filled with great outdoor

seating, the go-to spot for some good food or refreshments. Situated right in the middle

of the square the statue of the Dordrecht born artist Ary Scheffer can be seen.

Scheffer had an interesting career, making name and fame for himself, especially in France. Your

guide will enlighten you with the many interesting stories of Scheffer life and times
Huis Van Gijn

10 min

Throughout the city many imposing residencies can be seen, House of Gijn is one of the

most outstanding ones. This magnificent building was home to the banker Simon van Gijn, who

contributed widely to the cultural preservation of Dordrecht. Van Gijnâ€™s home has now been converted

into a museum, which is still in the exact same style as he left it

behind. It is one of the few buildings in the entirety of Europe still in

the original style of the late 19th, early 20th century
Kunstkerk

10 min

Whilst Dordrecht is most famous for its historical sites, more modern art can also be found.

This converted church is now home to a wide variety of art exhibitions by various

local artists. Admire the glamorous stained-glass windows which form the entryway into the church and

see how the combination of the past and the present can be put into practice
Historische Binnenstad

10 min

In Dordrecht history can be seen all around. Walking through the city one feels like being

in an open-air museum. Itâ€™s historic buildings, narrow cobblestone streets and rich waterways tell centuries

of history. The streets and squares in the city are always bustling with life. Your

guide will enlighten you with many interesting stories about the city and its riveting citizens

throughout the ages
Groothoofdspoort

10 min

Given the fact that Dordrecht is Medieval, a city wall together with city gates were much

needed. Whilst many city gates didnâ€™t survive the test of time, the prettiest one of

all luckily did. Situated at the confluence of three rivers, you can just imagine how

many ships this gate has seen pass by throughout the centuries. You will have a

stunning view of this gate, either from the land or from the water. This beautiful

city gates encompass many interesting elements of the cityâ€™s history, including the origin story of

the nickname for the citizens of this city

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide right in front of the Rotterdam Central Station to start of your journey.

End point

The tour ends at the Watertaxi Station in Dordrecht. From there you can take the ferry back to Rotterdam (50 minutes) or decide to spent some spare time in the city of Dordrecht.