{"id":8464,"date":"2021-10-21T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-21T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/?p=8464"},"modified":"2025-10-14T07:56:20","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T06:56:20","slug":"free-things-to-do-in-rotterdam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/free-things-to-do-in-rotterdam\/","title":{"rendered":"Free things to do in Rotterdam\ufffc"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline-.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline-.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline-.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline-.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline-.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline-.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline-.jpg?resize=1200%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline-.jpg?resize=291%2C164&amp;ssl=1 291w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline-.jpg?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline-.jpg?w=3870&amp;ssl=1 3870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Photo by\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/@steshkawillems?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\">Steshka Willems<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0from\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/white-bridge-over-the-river-in-the-city-5402027\/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\">Pexels<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/how-to-make-the-most-of-a-short-holiday\/\">Holiday\u2019s <\/a>are expensive, so finding free things to do is a great way to save money. Luckily, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/rotterdam-fun-facts\/\">Rotterdam <\/a>is brimming with fun, free, things to do, see, and explore.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stroll along the harbour<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Explore the Markthal<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Wander the markets<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Sail on the SS Rotterdam<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Learn about Rotterdam on a walking tour&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Visit De Ster<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Take in the views at L\u00fchrs viewpoint<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Enjoy the peace and quiet of Eiland van Brienenoord<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Cycle the city&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Visit Rotterdams iconic structures&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-pale-pink-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Stroll along the harbour<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rotterdam is home to the largest harbour in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/backpacking-travel-hacks\/\">Europe<\/a>. As you journey along the harbour, you will come across some of Rotterdam&#8217;s most famous landmarks, including the Erasmus bridge, Hotel New York, and the SS Rotterdam. If you find yourself stuck for something to do on a clear, dry, day in Rotterdam, a stroll along the harbour is the perfect solution.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-harbour.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-harbour.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-harbour.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-harbour.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-harbour.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-harbour.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-harbour.jpg?resize=1200%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-harbour.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-harbour.jpg?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-harbour.jpg?w=3870&amp;ssl=1 3870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Photo by\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/@heelaz?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\">L\u00e1szl\u00f3 Heged\u0171s<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0from\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/photo-of-city-skyline-1236533\/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\">Pexels<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-pale-pink-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Explore the Markthal<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the heart of Rotterdam you will find the Markthal, a quirky take on the classic market square. A large arch of 228 apartments covers a central market hall of 96 food stands where you will sample some of the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/the-5-stains-of-an-afternoon-tea\/\">food <\/a>you will find in Rotterdam. From classic cuisine to exotic eats, the Markthal is a culinary lovers dream. Whilst sampling Rotterdam&#8217;s finest foods, look around at the mural painted on the arch covering the square. \u201cCornucopia\u201d shows enlarged food items alongside flowers and insects in reference to Dutch paintings from the 17th century. The masterpiece was created by artists Arno Coenen and Iris Roskam, and provides a glorious view to enjoy with your food.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/markt-hall.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/markt-hall.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/markt-hall.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/markt-hall.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/markt-hall.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/markt-hall.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/markt-hall.jpg?resize=1200%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/markt-hall.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/markt-hall.jpg?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/markt-hall.jpg?w=3870&amp;ssl=1 3870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/slapers\/\">Paul Arps<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-pale-pink-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Wander the markets\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Markthal is not the only <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-chicago-this-fall%ef%bf%bc\/\">market <\/a>in Rotterdam. There are an array of street markets running 6 days a week, selling all manner of fresh produce, trinkets, and flowers. The biggest market in Rotterdam is at Binnenrotte near the Rotterdam Blaak train station. Here you will find more than 250 stalls selling everything including fresh fruit, fish, cheese, flowers, vintage goods, and even furniture. If you are visiting the city during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/the-5-stains-of-christmas\/\">Christmas season<\/a>, there are plenty of Christmas markets selling perfect stocking filler gifts and traditional Danish food and drink.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Market.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Market.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Market.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Market.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Market.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Market.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Market.jpg?resize=1200%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Market.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Market.jpg?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Market.jpg?w=3870&amp;ssl=1 3870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-pale-pink-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Sail on the SS Rotterdam<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SS Rotterdam is iconic. Launched back in 1953, the ship sailed for 41 years, ferrying passengers from Rotterdam to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/new-york-city-fun-facts\/\">New York<\/a>. In 2000, the SS Rotterdam was returned to the city, where the ship has since been turned into a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/10-reasons-why-a-hotel-needs-on-demand-laundry-for-its-guests\/\">hotel<\/a>, restaurant, event space, and tourist attraction. You can explore the ship for free, learning about it\u2019s rich history and tales of it\u2019s transatlantic voyages. If you are willing to splash out on dinner on the boat, there are plenty of options for you to indulge in. Whether you fancy a relaxing afternoon tea, suave fine dining experience, or simply some greasy finger food, there is something to satisfy everyone&#8217;s tastes on the SS Rotterdam.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/SS-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/SS-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/SS-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/SS-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/SS-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/SS-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/SS-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=1200%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/SS-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/SS-Rotterdam.jpg?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/SS-Rotterdam.jpg?w=3870&amp;ssl=1 3870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/28169156@N03\/\">Frans Berkelaar<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-pale-pink-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Learn about Rotterdam on a walking tour\u00a0\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best way to get to know a new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/kuwait-city-travel-guide\/\">city <\/a>is by exploring it with the locals. Free Walking Tour Rotterdam is run and conducted by volunteers who live in Rotterdam and truly love their city. The tour begins at the Markthal and takes you to some of the most iconic areas of the city where you will learn about the history of Rotterdam. The tour runs every day from 1:30pm and there is an additional morning tour on a Saturday beginning at 10:30am.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-.jpg?resize=291%2C164&amp;ssl=1 291w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-.jpg?w=1199&amp;ssl=1 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/User:Zairon\">Zairon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-pale-pink-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Visit De Ster<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Did you really go the the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/top-day-trips-just-outside-of-amsterdam\/\">Netherlands <\/a>if you didn\u2019t visit a windmill? The Kralingse Bos forest is a beautiful recreational area, perfect for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/how-to-stay-active-in-la\/\">running<\/a>, cycling, or simply taking a stroll. The forest encases Kralingse Plas lake, along which you can find windmill De Ster (the star). Dating back to 1866, windmill De Ster is a fully functional windmill which is still used to grind tobacco leaves to create snuff. Guided tours of the windmill are available every second Saturday of the month between 10am to 4pm. Entrance to the windmill is free, however any generous donations made do go towards maintaining the windmill.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windmills.jpg?resize=840%2C472&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8479\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windmills.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windmills.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windmills.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windmills.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/windmills.jpg?w=1198&amp;ssl=1 1198w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/User:Jchmrt\">Jchmrt<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-pale-pink-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Take in the views at L\u00fchrs viewpoint<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">L\u00fchrs viewpoint is a Rotterdam hidden gem. After hiking up a 40 meter hill you will be rewarded with a stunning view of the Rotterdam skyline and, on a clear day, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-the-hague\/\">The Hague<\/a>. It is the perfect place to escape the city, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/how-to-look-after-your-mental-wellbeing\/\">enjoy nature<\/a>, and unwind with a beautiful view.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline.jpg?resize=1200%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline.jpg?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Rotterdam-skyline.jpg?w=3870&amp;ssl=1 3870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/kristoffer-trolle\/\">Kristoffer Trolle<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-pale-pink-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Enjoy the peace and quiet of Eiland van Brienenoord<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the Van Brienenoord Bridge in Rotterdam you will find a slice of peace and tranquillity- Eiland van Brienenoord. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-gardening-stains\/\">Grassy <\/a>plains, open waters, and a forest make up the island, giving a home to a multitude of plants, birds, and animals. The island was created in the 19th century when silt plates formed in the Nieuwe Maas and became overgrown. Whether you are looking to do some bird watching, enjoy a gentle jog, or simply stroll around the island, Eiland van Brienenoord is the perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cows-in-park.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8483\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cows-in-park.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cows-in-park.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cows-in-park.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cows-in-park.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cows-in-park.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cows-in-park.jpg?resize=1200%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cows-in-park.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cows-in-park.jpg?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cows-in-park.jpg?w=3870&amp;ssl=1 3870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Photo by\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/@annelies-brouw-976954?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\">Annelies Brouw<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0from\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/brown-highland-cattle-2863006\/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\">Pexels<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-pale-pink-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Cycle the city\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many ways that you can enjoy the city of Rotterdam, but none are as fun as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/top-cycling-routes-in-amsterdam\/\">cycling<\/a>. You can spend hours cycling across the city, from the city centre to Delfshaven, exploring the hidden gems that the city has to offer. There are cycling routes that you can take, or you can make your own route, following the harbour and simply seeing where you end up.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Biking-in-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Biking-in-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Biking-in-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Biking-in-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Biking-in-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Biking-in-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Biking-in-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=1200%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Biking-in-Rotterdam.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Biking-in-Rotterdam.jpg?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Biking-in-Rotterdam.jpg?w=3870&amp;ssl=1 3870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Photo by\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/@travelblog-26954066?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\">TRAVELBLOG<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0from\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/man-in-blue-denim-jacket-and-black-denim-jeans-riding-black-bicycle-6978491\/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\">Pexels<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-pale-pink-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Visit Rotterdams iconic structures\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rotterdam is renowned for its quirky architecture and iconic structures. Spend a day charting the structures of the city, roaming from one icon to the next. From the Cube Houses to Hotel New York, the Witte Huis to the Euromast, create yourself a route to all of the famous landmarks in Rotterdam and spend the day exploring.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cube-house-.jpg?resize=840%2C472&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8487\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cube-house-.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cube-house-.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cube-house-.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cube-house-.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cube-house-.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cube-house-.jpg?resize=1200%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cube-house-.jpg?resize=291%2C164&amp;ssl=1 291w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cube-house-.jpg?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cube-house-.jpg?w=3870&amp;ssl=1 3870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption>Photo by\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/@claudia-schmalz-3928374?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\">Claudia Schmalz<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0from\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/creative-hexagon-shaped-houses-against-cloudy-sky-5871273\/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\">Pexels<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are so many fun, free, things to do and see in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/rotterdam-must-see-sights\/\">Rotterdam <\/a>that you won\u2019t have time to do your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/reduce-reuse-recycle-whilst-doing-laundry\/\">laundry<\/a>. Luckily, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/rebrand-the-new-laundryheap%ef%bf%bc\/\">Laundryheap <\/a>are here to help. Book your Laundryheap service today and have your laundry picked-up, laundered, and redelivered to you within 24 hours. To book your Laundryheap order today head to the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.laundryheap.nl\">Laundryheap website<\/a> or download the free Laundryheap app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/00-Intro.png?resize=1024%2C577&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/00-Intro.png?resize=1024%2C577&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/00-Intro.png?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/00-Intro.png?resize=768%2C433&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/00-Intro.png?resize=1536%2C865&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/00-Intro.png?resize=2048%2C1153&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/00-Intro.png?resize=1200%2C676&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/00-Intro.png?resize=291%2C164&amp;ssl=1 291w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/00-Intro.png?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Holiday\u2019s are expensive, so finding free things to do is a great way to save money. Luckily, Rotterdam is brimming with fun, free, things to do, see, and explore.\u00a0 Stroll along the harbour Explore the Markthal Wander the markets Sail on the SS Rotterdam Learn about Rotterdam on a walking tour&nbsp; Visit De Ster Take [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":123632407,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_coblocks_attr":"","_coblocks_dimensions":"","_coblocks_responsive_height":"","_coblocks_accordion_ie_support":"","_crdt_document":"","_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[661176063],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8464","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-inside-laundryheap"],"blocksy_meta":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Free things to do in Rotterdam\ufffc - Laundryheap Blog - Laundry &amp; Dry Cleaning<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Rotterdam is a city overflowing with free things to see, do, and explore. 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