Get to know everything about the devastating bombing, the occupation, and the reconstruction of the city of Rotterdam. Join this 3-hour tour through the city center and along the riverside. Enjoy the view over the city from the rooftop of Het Witte Huis.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Dutch, English
- Small group
- Limited to 8 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Learn about the destruction of Rotterdam during the WWII
- Hear about the Occupation and Liberation from your guide
- See all the monuments that have been built since the reconstruction of the city
- Visit the roof of Het Witte Huis for an impressive 360º-view over the city
- Enjoy a tasty bite in the modern architectural icon of the Markthal
Full description
Join this guided tour through Rotterdam to learn all about the impact WWII has had on this city and its resilience after being completely bombed during the war.
This tour will take you through the history of the battlefields, the devastating bombing on May 14th, 1940, and the capitulation. Follow the borders of the fire zone, see the remaining scars left on the city, and discover the beauty of the Reconstruction period.
Enjoy the views over the city rebuilt from the ashes, seen from the rooftops of the historical Het Witte Huis. Experience Rotterdam's tenacious spirit and ‘can do’ mentality during this impressive and informative tour.
Includes
- Expert local and professional guide
- Entrance to the Het Witte Huis rooftop
- A snack in the Markthal
- A postcard by Rotterdam architectural photographer Ossip van Duivenbode
- 50% discount entrance to the Cube Houses
- Discount at one of the stalls in the Markthal
- Additional snacks and drinks
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
Covid-19 precautions
You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- You are required to bring and wear a mask
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Date
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Meeting point
Your tour guide will meet you outside of the front entrance of Wijnhaven 3. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the activity starts. The tour will leave promptly at the departure time.
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What to bring
- Face mask or protective covering
Know before you go
- Wear clothing comfortable for walking