Rotterdam Trip Overview
Welcome to the largest portuary city of the Netherlands. This city was fully rebuilt after the Second World War and features modern architecture, skyscrapers and the world famous Cubic Houses. Let us take you through the Stadsdriehoek, the historic City Triangle of Rotterdam, that has its roots deep in medieval times.
Follow the footsteps of our guide to get to know the immense variety of Rotterdam, learning about its past, present and future!
You will learn about:
12th century origin
Count Willem IV of Holland
The triangle of Rotterdam
14th century expansion of the harbour
16th century expansion
Dutch East India Company
Expansion of the 19th century shipping industry
World War I neutrality and espionage
Rotterdam Blitz
Bombing and destruction by the Luftwaffe
Rebuilding and modernity
Additional Info
Duration: 2 hours
Starts: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
Welcome to the largest portuary city of the Netherlands. This city was fully rebuilt after the Second World War and features modern architecture, skyscrapers and the world famous Cubic Houses. Let us take you through the Stadsdriehoek, the historic City Triangle of Rotterdam, that has its roots deep in medieval times.
Follow the footsteps of our guide to get to know the immense variety of Rotterdam, learning about its past, present and future!
You will learn about:
12th century origin
Count Willem IV of Holland
The triangle of Rotterdam
14th century expansion of the harbour
16th century expansion
Dutch East India Company
Expansion of the 19th century shipping industry
World War I neutrality and espionage
Rotterdam Blitz
Bombing and destruction by the Luftwaffe
Rebuilding and modernity
Pass By: Rotterdam, Rotterdam, South Holland Province
You will see:
City Hall
Binnenrotte
St. Laurenskerk
Kubuswoningen (cube houses)
Witte Huis (White House)
Market Hall
Het Schielandshuis
Koopgoot (aka Beurstraverse)
World Trade Center
