Itinerary
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Stop At: Rotterdam Centraal Station, Stationssingel 10, 3013 HA Rotterdam The Netherlands
Before the Second World War there was no Central Station, but there were four stations around the center. In 1957, the central station was opened at its current location. In 2004 a total renovation of the central station was started, in 2014 the current end result was delivered. The old station could no longer cope with the passenger influx.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Luchtsingel, Schiekade 189 Unit 303, 3013 BR Rotterdam The Netherlands
In 2011, the municipality of Rotterdam organized the first city initiative, an administrative instrument to stimulate administrative innovation and citizen participation. The inhabitants of Rotterdam were called upon to submit projects that would bring about the enlivening of the city and improve the quality of life in the city. An amount of 4 million has been set aside from the city initiative to implement the project.
Stop At: Delftse Poort, Weena 505, 3013 AL Rotterdam The Netherlands
In the Middle Ages, one of the 10 city gates that Rotterdam had here. In the 30s, the city of Rotterdam grew rapidly and the gate stood in the way, as they wanted a better flow for the increasing traffic. It was decided to move the gate about 100 meters (a demolition of the gate met with a lot of resistance). During the bombardment in the Second World War, the gate was severely damaged, a year after the bombing the gate was demolished, because it could no longer be finished. Some ornamental works from the old gate were saved and incorporated into the walls of the buildings on the corner of the town hall square.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: City Hall Rotterdam, Coolsingel 40, 3011 AD Rotterdam The Netherlands
The town hall was built between 1914 and 1920 (by Henri Evers) and is one of the few buildings in the center of Rotterdam that survived the bombardment of May 14, 1940.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk, Grotekerkplein 27, 3011 GC Rotterdam The Netherlands
The laurenskerk is the only remnant of the medieval center of Rotterdam. The laurenskerk is a cross between a hall church (all buildings equal in height) and a cruciform basilica (here the side towers are lower than the main tower). The church was built between 1449 and 1525.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Markthal, Dominee Jan Scharpstraat 298, 3011 GZ Rotterdam The Netherlands
Modern complex with a covered market and several restaurants under an arch of apartments.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cube Houses, Overblaak 70, 3011 MH Rotterdam, Netherlands
In the 70s of the 20th century, architects wanted to create hospitable residential areas with the participation of the residents and other users in response to the large-scale and a gray modernism of the architecture of the reconstruction after WWII. Piet Blom, structuralist and adept of Aldo van Eyck, assumed that large-scale buildings had to be built to the size of people by building them from small-scale recognizable elements. The basic idea, that the building is built on columns, so that the space under the buildings can remain public, is inspired by Le Corbusier
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Meent, 3011 JD Rotterdam The Netherlands
Currently, the meent is one of the hotspots in Rotterdam. There are many cafés, eateries and clothing shops. In the 90s, the meent was a street where mainly temporary employment and travel agencies were located, the meent was an atmosphereless street with a lot of vacancy. Robin von Weiler is no stranger to Rotterdam. He owes his nickname Mr. Meent to everything he has done for this street and still does.
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Traveler pickup is offered
Traveler pickup and drop-off is offered.
In case you stay in a hotel in the center the easiest way with the least risk of misunderstandings is to pick you up at your hotel. So please always indicate in which hotel you are staying. We pick up our guests from all hotels in and around the center of Rotterdam, including ones not listed above here. I provide pick up service at the most common docking locations of cruiseships as well. Most sea Cruiseships do dock at the Rotterdam Cruise Terminal, most river cruiseships at the Boompjeskade. In case you would like to be picked up somewhere else please indicate as well.
In case you are not in a hotel in the center and don't have any suggestions where to be picked up from, we will suggest a couple of locations to meet.
Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Ports
60 to 90 minutes(approx.)
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to answer all of your questions. Just call us.
Not recommended for a duo above the weight limit of 200KG
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Venture46858093897
Izzy was personable and fun . His historical story telling added to the easy pedi-cab experience. An easy way to get picked up at our hotel and get an overview of Rotterdam for a couple of seniors with limited time before our cruise. Thanks Tour guys!
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : David_A
Izzy was an amazing guide, very informative and friendly. Gave us an insight into the history of Rotterdam. Highly recommend the tour
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Posted On : 2024-04-25
Posted By : Frank_A
Seeing the cube houses and the bullet holes in city hall building. Ali was great and pointed out many sites of interest. He was well spoken and very knowledgeable.
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Posted On : 2024-04-24
Posted By : Lesley_S
Excellent trip! Very informative and accommodating. A great fun way to see the highlights of Rotterdam, would totally recommend
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Posted On : 2024-03-16
Posted By : alialshamayleh
I recently took a tour with the Tour Guys Pedicab and absolutely loved it! It was a fun and relaxing way to experience Rotterdam and the staff was very kind. I would definetely recommend it!
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Posted On : 2024-03-12
Posted By : Tricia_R
Izzy was a great host. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Rotterdam. It was great to see the key places to visit in the city. I would recommend this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-03-06
Posted By : Michael L
It was a cold and rainy day in Rotterdam and we nearly cancelled this activity. However, it was the highlight of our trip and we were glad we went. The guide was kind and super knowledgeable. It was obvious he loved his city and was great at sharing points we would find interesting.
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Posted On : 2024-02-19
Posted By : lorettas1981
Our guide Izzy was amazing. He took us all through the city. He talked of the history and significance of points of interest. He truly loved his city and it showed. Great way to start a vacation in a city, to see areas and decide to return to tour more in depth.
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Posted On : 2023-09-10
Posted By : Loretta_S
Our tour guide, Izzy, was outstanding! He communicated and picked us up at our hotel. He was so enthusiastic about sharing his home city with us. We went everywhere it seemed. He stopped explaining the importance of a building or statue. It was an awesome experience snd an excellent way to start a tour of a city! Recommend highly
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Posted On : 2023-09-03
Posted By : Karen_M
Izzy was very knowledgeable and presented information in an engaging way. The Pedicab was very comfortable and a great way to really see the city. Highly recommend this tour!
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Posted On : 2023-08-21
