Rotterdam Archives

The Cube Houses in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

Rotterdam architecture guide: modern skyline, cube houses and market hall highlights

Rotterdam is a city that looks forward rather than back, with bold architecture replacing what was lost in wartime bombing. This guide explores its most striking buildings, waterfront developments and creative urban spaces. Arrival at Rotterdam Centraal and first impressions of the city Stepping out…

Spido Rotterdam Harbour cruise: Prices, times, tips & what to expect

The Spido Rotterdam Harbour Tour is a 75-minute guided boat cruise operated by Royal Spido, departing from Willemsplein 85 in central Rotterdam and travelling through Europe's largest port. This 2026 tour guide covers departure times, ticket prices, how to get there, parking, accessibility, and practical…

Maritime Museum Rotterdam, Rotterdam: Ticket prices, hours & visitor guide (2026)

The Maritime Museum in Rotterdam, Netherlands is a specialist institution dedicated to the naval and commercial shipping history of the city. This 2026 guide provides key practical information for first-time visitors, including the latest opening hours, ticket prices, how to get there, accessibility and useful…

Piet Blom's Cube Houses in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

10 overlooked cities within an hour of hugely popular neighbours

Sometimes you don’t have to venture too far from one of the world’s great tourist magnets to find something less lauded, but equally compelling in a rather different way. Take these ten unjustly under the radar destinations, for example… Playa Del Carmen Big ticket neighbour:…

Kijk-Kubus Museum-House, Rotterdam: Ticket prices, parking and visitor info

The Kijk-Kubus Museum-House (also called the Show-Cube) in Rotterdam is part of the famed Cube Houses by Piet Blom. This guide, updated in January 2026, shows first-time visitors what to expect. That includes opening hours, exact ticket prices, parking options, accessibility, best times to go…