Private Guided Daytrip in Rotterdam and Dordrecht

The city of Rotterdam is home to many impressive modern building, including the central train station
of the city. The shiny appearance of the building lets the average of 170,000 passengers
wonder. Its pointed roof points towards the historic city center. The guide will inform you
all about the architectonic structure of the building, and the long battle it took for
this station to be constructed

One of the most prominent art collections in the city can be found in the museum
of Boijmans van Beuningen. While the museum is closed due to great renovations, the depot
of the museum is accessible to the public. This impressive glass building is home to
a large portion of the art collection of the museum, and the building itself surprises
its onlookers with a tremendous reflection of the entire museum park

Many interesting works of art can be found throughout the city, yet one really stands out.
The statue of Santa Claus by the American sculptor Paul McCartney has many of the
people passing by wonder what other interpretations you could think of when looking at the
statue. Your guide will tell you all the interesting stories in regard to this statue,
including its infamous nickname among the Rotterdam citizens

Right above the road leading towards the old harbor of Rotterdam a row of yellow cubic
houses can be seen. These interesting homes are just one part of the many architectonic
wonders the city has to offer. Whilst the homes look very confusing, the inside structure
doesn’t feel like an Escher painting

In the middle of the city center, near the original foundations of the city of Rotterdam
this massive structure can be seen. The market hall is home to many market stall,
restaurants and shops selling a wide variety of products and food. Inside this enormous building
the largest work of art in the world can be seen on the inside roof.
Your private guide will tell you all the details about the building and the art
inside of it. Within the Market Hall you will also have the opportunity to take a restroom break.

One of the few historic buildings in Rotterdam is the Laurenskerk, or the big church. Having
survived the destruction of the Second World War this 15th century building isn’t the tallest
– by far – any more ever since the late 20th century. This protestant church
is still in active service for the protestant population of the city

One of the older, historic parts of the city showcasing the lively shipping business from the
past and present. Nowadays, many small cafés and restaurants can be found and visited along
these historic harbors, were whilst enjoying a bit or drink you can watch the ships
and swimmers passing by

Being such a water rich city, and having the river Maas flowing right through the city
a bridge is a real necessity. The most spectacular bridge is the Erasmus bridge, named
after the famous Rotterdam priest and scholar Erasmus. Since the bridge resembles a appearance of
a swan, it is popular culture it is often called the swan. Every new years
eve it is home to one of the largest firework shows in the Netherlands.

From this ferry stop you, together with your private guide will take the ferry from the Erasmus bridge to the Merwekade in the historic city of Dordrecht. From here on you will continue the walking tour and explore much more!

The Grote Kerk (Great Church) in Dordrecht is a beautiful Gothic style church that dates back
to the 14th century. It is known for its grand architecture and rich history. The
church s tower is a prominent feature of the Dordrecht skyline and offers stunning views
of the city. The interior of the church is also impressive, with intricate carvings and
beautiful stained-glass windows. The Grote Kerk is a popular tourist attraction and an important religious
site for the people of Dordrecht

One of the most historical landmarks of the Netherlands, situated right in the historic city center.
In this former monastery the first plans in the Dutch war of independence against the
Spanish were made. Leading figures in our national history have set foot in this court,
including the Dutch ‘founding father’ William of Orange-Nassau. Nowadays, the site serves as a museum
centered around the topic of freedom

City Hall Dordrecht, also known as Stadhuis Dordrecht, is a beautiful and historic building located in
the heart of Dordrecht, Netherlands. It is the seat of the city s government and
serves as a meeting place for the city council. The building is open to the
public and visitors can take a tour to learn about its history and architecture. The
City Hall Dordrecht is a must-see for anyone visiting Dordrecht and is a great place
to learn about the city s past and present

The most beautiful and vibrant town square in all of Dordrecht. Entirely filled with great outdoor
seating, the go-to spot for some good food or refreshments. Situated right in the middle
of the square the statue of the Dordrecht born artist Ary Scheffer can be seen.
Scheffer had an interesting career, making name and fame for himself, especially in France. Your
guide will enlighten you with the many interesting stories of Scheffer life and times

Throughout the city many imposing residencies can be seen, House of Gijn is one of the
most outstanding ones. This magnificent building was home to the banker Simon van Gijn, who
contributed widely to the cultural preservation of Dordrecht. Van Gijn’s home has now been converted
into a museum, which is still in the exact same style as he left it
behind. It is one of the few buildings in the entirety of Europe still in
the original style of the late 19th, early 20th century

Whilst Dordrecht is most famous for its historical sites, more modern art can also be found.
This converted church is now home to a wide variety of art exhibitions by various
local artists. Admire the glamorous stained-glass windows which form the entryway into the church and
see how the combination of the past and the present can be put into practice

In Dordrecht history can be seen all around. Walking through the city one feels like being
in an open-air museum. It’s historic buildings, narrow cobblestone streets and rich waterways tell centuries
of history. The streets and squares in the city are always bustling with life. Your
guide will enlighten you with many interesting stories about the city and its riveting citizens
throughout the ages

Given the fact that Dordrecht is Medieval, a city wall together with city gates were much
needed. Whilst many city gates didn’t survive the test of time, the prettiest one of
all luckily did. Situated at the confluence of three rivers, you can just imagine how
many ships this gate has seen pass by throughout the centuries. You will have a
stunning view of this gate, either from the land or from the water. This beautiful
city gates encompass many interesting elements of the city’s history, including the origin story of
the nickname for the citizens of this city