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Delfshaven
The only area of the old city that still remains intact, Delfshaven is an area of historic houses, atmospheric cafés, restaurants, and galleries. Many of the buildings in the area have been refurbished and reconstructed to appear just as they did centuries ago. Most of the buildings date from the 17th century, an age of wealth and bustling trading in Holland. Some of the main attractions within the Delfshaven district are the working historic mill, Korenmolen de Distilleerketel, and the Oudekerk or “old church.”
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Achterhaven and Voorhaven
3024
Rotterdam
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Diergaarde Blijdorp
This is one of the best zoos in the Netherlands, and features animals from all over the world, all in realistic approximations of their natural habitats. As you walk through the various areas you can imagine yourself transported to vastly different climes. One of the main attractions here is also the Oceanium, which is home to a wide array of sealife including ocean and coastal creatures, exotic fish, puffins, penguins, sea otters, snakes, sharks and jellyfish.
Opening times: Summer: Daily 9 am - 6 pm, Other months: Daily 9 am - 5 pm
Entrance prices: € 17.50 for adults, € 14.50 for children ages 3 - 9
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Bijldorplaan 8
3041 JC
Rotterdam
Tel: +31 (0)10 4431495
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Euromast and Space Adventure
This tall tower was built in 1960, but has been increased in height twice since then. It is now over 600 feet high and the tallest building in the Netherlands. The last time the tower was increased in height was in 1970 when the 85 m Space Tower was added. The Euromast gives visitors a spectacular view of the city, and from here you can see the historic Delfshaven area as well as most of the rest of Rotterdam. On clear days, you can just see the coast in the distance. There are also interesting things to do and see within the tower, such as changing exhibitions and the Space Cabin ride. This ride takes you to the topmost viewing platform in a super fast elevator emulating a rocket takeoff, and slowly turns in orbit until it reaches the height of 185 metres.
Opening times: Apr - Sept: Daily 9.30 am - 11 pm, Oct - Mar: Daily 10 am - 11 pm
Entrance price: € 8.30 for adults, € 5.40 for children ages 4 - 11, € 7.20 for seniors
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Parkhaven 20
3016 GM
Rotterdam
Tel: +31 (0)10 4364811
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Kralingse Plas
A nature preserve in northeastern Rotterdam near the Kralingen district, this is a popular place for walking, swimming and water sports. It is a very scenic spot, 550 acres in total, with lots of woods and a large lake. There are several facilities for water sports and some restaurants, and even when the weather is too cold for going in the water, it is a beautiful and peaceful place for a stroll.
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3062 CL
Rotterdam
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Het Keringhuis
Located outside of Rotterdam at the Hoek van Holland (a half hour’s train ride from the centre of Rotterdam), this is a fascinating exhibition/musuem. It tells all about flood and water management in Holland, both today and throughout the country’s history. It is both educational and fun, with lots of interactive exhibits and miniatures of flood walls, polders and villages. It explains the mysteries of how the Dutch have reclaimed land from the sea, and how the country stays flood-free even though most of it is below sea level. Entrance is free.
Opening times: Mon- Fri 10 am- 4 pm, Sat and Sun 11 am- 5 pm
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Nieuw Oranjekanaal 139
3151 XL
Hoek van Holland
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