Discover Rotterdam: Classic Highlights Bike Tour with a Local
About this experience
Discover the vibrant city of Rotterdam on this exciting ±3-hour bike tour. We start at the cultural hub "OASE", where you'll meet your guide at "Give a Bike", a local grassroots organisation that gives old bicycles a second life and supports the community. The space is also home to a small pop-up bicycle museum, featuring a collection of historic and unusual bikes that adds to the unique character of the starting point. From there, you'll cycle to some of Rotterdam's most famous landmarks and historic places while learning about the city's unique history, modern architecture, and local culture. Because we have only recently started, we currently have around 15 bikes and usually run our tours with small groups. We are often not fully booked, giving you more personal attention and the chance to get to know your guide and fellow cyclists. Our prices may be slightly higher than some of our competitors, but in return you can enjoy a more relaxed, personal, and enjoyable experience.
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What's included
- Helmet
- Use of bicycle
- In-person guide
Itinerary
- 1
Our first stop will be in front of Hotel New York. We will tell about its history and current use. Also from there we will have a great view on the so called 'tornado' which is the new Fenix Museum of Migration.
- 2
We will cycle over the Erasmusbrug towards the Maritime District, where we will stop at the Rotterdam War Memorial of WWII. We will talk about the bridge and give a brief history of Rotterdam in relation to WWII.
- 3
We will stop in the Shipping Quarter at the fountain that once was in the city centre. This characteristic part of Rotterdam will give you a glimpse of what Rotterdam used to look like before the war.
- 4
The so called ‘Museum Quarter’ is a place in Rotterdam where some of the most prominent museums of Rotterdam are based, connected by the Museum park. We will make a stop close to The New Institute looking at the brand new Art Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen, one of the latest icons that was added to Rotterdam and the first publicly accessible art depot in the world! Already getting excited?
- 5
There will be an opportunity for a 15–20 minute break at one of Rotterdam’s oldest shopping streets, De Oude Binnenweg. The duration of the break depends on the size and needs of the group and can be adjusted on the spot. During the break, we can either stay together at a coffee bar or you may choose to wander around and explore on your own. This moment is ideal for socialising, getting recommendations, warming up, cooling down, or simply using the restroom. Please note that beverages are not included.
- 6
Our final stop before bringing back the bikes will be in front of the historical city hall of Rotterdam.
- 7
We will stop closeby at the square in front of the St. Lawrence Church.
- 8
The yellow Cube Houses might be one of the most famous sightseeing locations in the city. We will stand in front, talk about the history and take photos.
- 9
The Market Hall (2014) made Rotterdam extra famous and is a modern indoor market with lots of food and colours! We also call it our modern Sistine Chapel and you will find out why!
- 10
We will cycle further towards the Kings Harbour Bridge, where we will make a stop and dive into its history!
Good to know
- · Service animals allowed
- · Public transportation options are available nearby
- · Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Where it starts
Rotterdam
When you arrive at OASE, look for the large blue warehouse doors. Our tour starts at Give a Bike, a grassroots cycling foundation based in OASE. Enter through door K with the green "Give a Bike" sign. Your guide may already be waiting there with the yellow bikes!
Map shows the general area. You'll get the exact meeting point and directions with your confirmation.
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