Rotterdam - city of modern architecture

After the many grand openings of the Markthal, Koolhaas’ ‘de Rotterdam’ and the spectacularly newly renovated central station, we can safely say, Rotterdam has put itself on the international map as one of the most interesting architectural cities of Europe!

But Rotterdam is more than the modern blockbuster-architecture you see at first sight. Throughout the entire 20th century, Rotterdam has been built up, torn down and renewed several times. Modern architectural history is found here. You will find the pre-war innovators of architecture, the modernists after the war, the social architects from the 70/80’s and the STARchitects from the ‘booming nineties’. Rotterdam has it all!

In just 2.5 hours, you’ll crisscross through the centre, over the striking bridges, along the docks and you’ll get off the bike, to experience the majesty of these beautiful buildings. Our architecture guides are highly knowledgeable, enthusiastic and aren’t afraid to give you their opinion!