Sightseeing Cruises

75-Min Heated Rotterdam Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

4.6/5(172)

Maria N

Family

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Everything was very nice, the cruise feels short! The food was good, a bit expensive, but as you know, it tends to be pricey in these places; the views were gorgeous. The only thing I didn't like very much either is that they talk a lot, and not understanding anything makes it a bit tedious, but of course, they have to explain what you're seeing.

David W

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The crew were fantastic, the food is was great and I would highly recommend this excursion to anyone . It is a super fun way to get a small glimpse of a part of the Rotterdam port.

Randolf S

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Everything worked great! All the sights were easy to see from the water. It was definitely worth it. Price was totally reasonable, highly recommend.

Monica A

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

I did this cruise many time in yhe last and know it is a great one. Unfortunately we did missed this time for just one minute, and because of unexpected traffic on the road, and as happen in the Netherlands the bridge was open; we literally saw the boat leaning as we arrived; we went then straight to the tower and where allowed in, Based on the experience I thought that may be helpful to be able to have the option to set alerts (but this maybe is already an option which I did not allowed), the other thing that would have been helpful and was not easy to find was the exact address where to go , possibly a link to the map, and info. On parking nearby, finally an easy to find number where to reach even if just with a txt/ WhatsApp.. it was really a pity to see the boat leaving just in front of us and feel that few of the above would be helpful to maximasi the time on these unexpected situations we found along the way. Lastly it was not clear that I would have not received the ticket directly ik my email or by whatsapp, but needed to download the app. A clear note / pop up about this would make the experience frictionless. Overall, this was my first time using the App, and this in itself was easy peasy to use! I did enjoyed and would recommend.

Katharina H

Family

Verified booking

5 days ago

The trip with 10 people was nice, we got to see a lot from the water, and everyone had plenty of pancakes to eat. The hygiene aspects weren't that great and the ball pit that was advertised was closed, which isn't always easy to explain with 4 kids 😀 As for the duration, it was great.

Adam D

Group

Verified booking

2 days ago

Very interesting! A guide provides live commentary in several languages, sharing stories and interesting facts along the way. The tour focuses mainly on the city centre, with a short section around the harbour.

Experience a scenic 75-minute harbour cruise in Rotterdam, one of the world’s most bustling ports. Board from either Parkhaven 13 or Boompjeskade 123.

Discover Rotterdam’s impressive skyline as you pass landmarks such as the Hotel New York, the historic former headquarters of the Holland America Line.

Learn more about Rotterdam’s maritime past and present through a multilingual guide and live onboard commentary.

Upgrade your cruise by choosing all-you-can-eat pancakes with toppings, a guided cruise expert, or a pizza cruise.

75-minute harbour sightseeing cruise in Rotterdam (as per option selected)

75-minute all-you-can-eat pancake cruise in Rotterdam (as per option selected)

2-hour pizza cruise in Rotterdam (as per option selected)

Boarding from Parkhaven 13 or Boompjeskade 123 (as per option selected)

Expert guide in Dutch, English, and German (as per option selected)

Audio guide in Dutch, English, German, Spanish, and French (as per option selected)

Unlimited traditional Dutch pancakes (as per option selected)

Pancake garnishes, cheese, ham, fruits, jams, and eggs (as per option selected)

Antipasti, fresh pizzas, and dessert (as per option selected)

Italian music onboard (as per option selected)

Access to a large children's playroom (as per option selected)

Paid parking at the Parkhaven

TOTAL DURATION1 hour 15 minutes - 2 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Timeline
Map
2 Boarding points
Parkhaven 13
Get direction
Boompjeskade 123
Get direction
Sights covered
Euromast
Sint Jobshaven
Waalhaven
RDM
Maashaven
SS Rotterdam
Rijnhaven
Hotel New York
Erasmus Bridge

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Maria N
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Everything was very nice, the cruise feels short! The food was good, a bit expensive, but as you know, it tends to be pricey in these places; the views were gorgeous. The only thing I didn't like very much either is that they talk a lot, and not understanding anything makes it a bit tedious, but of course, they have to explain what you're seeing.
Jon K
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The cruise was very good. Plenty to see and the staff were very helpful and friendly. I Would recommend it, if you go to Rotterdam.
Monica A
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
I did this cruise many time in yhe last and know it is a great one. Unfortunately we did missed this time for just one minute, and because of unexpected traffic on the road, and as happen in the Netherlands the bridge was open; we literally saw the boat leaning as we arrived; we went then straight to the tower and where allowed in, Based on the experience I thought that may be helpful to be able to have the option to set alerts (but this maybe is already an option which I did not allowed), the other thing that would have been helpful and was not easy to find was the exact address where to go , possibly a link to the map, and info. On parking nearby, finally an easy to find number where to reach even if just with a txt/ WhatsApp.. it was really a pity to see the boat leaving just in front of us and feel that few of the above would be helpful to maximasi the time on these unexpected situations we found along the way. Lastly it was not clear that I would have not received the ticket directly ik my email or by whatsapp, but needed to download the app. A clear note / pop up about this would make the experience frictionless. Overall, this was my first time using the App, and this in itself was easy peasy to use! I did enjoyed and would recommend.
Katharina H
Family
Verified booking
5 days ago
The trip with 10 people was nice, we got to see a lot from the water, and everyone had plenty of pancakes to eat. The hygiene aspects weren't that great and the ball pit that was advertised was closed, which isn't always easy to explain with 4 kids 😀 As for the duration, it was great.
Adam D
Group
Verified booking
2 days ago
Very interesting! A guide provides live commentary in several languages, sharing stories and interesting facts along the way. The tour focuses mainly on the city centre, with a short section around the harbour.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at boarding.

Arrive at the boarding location at least 15 minutes before departure to ensure timely check-in.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted on board.

Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

Outside food and drinks are not permitted.

Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is strictly prohibited on the vessel.

Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are not allowed on board.

Accessibility

This experience is not fully wheelchair accessible. Only the lower deck is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Children under 3 years old may join for free, whereas children aged 3 to 11 are required to purchase children’s tickets.

Drinks are not included in the ticket price and must be purchased separately.

Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Only the lower deck is wheelchair accessible.

An entertainment tax of €2.60 per person applies and is not included in the ticket price.

Any on-board payment incurs an additional €2 per person.

Public holidays carry a €5 per person surcharge.

Paid parking is available near the boarding locations. Consider using public transport or the free ferry (where available) for easier access.

A special play area with a ball pit and colouring sheets is available for children on select cruises.

Please check your ticket for the exact boarding location and time.

The cruise operates in most weather conditions, but departures may be cancelled or rescheduled in case of severe weather.

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.