Blijdorp Travel Guide
Rotterdam
Popular places to visit
Ahoy Rotterdam
Catch an event at Ahoy Rotterdam during your trip to Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Erasmus Bridge
This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
Blijdorp Zoo
Visit the animals who call Blijdorp Zoo home during your trip to Rotterdam. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Erasmus MC
If Erasmus MC is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rotterdam.
Markthal Rotterdam
During your visit to Rotterdam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
Things to do
Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam
Gouda: Syrup Waffle Factory Ticket with a Waffle
PEPPA PIG World of Play Leidschendam Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Blijdorp
The Usual Rotterdam
Great location, easy and quiet check-in
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Staffs are very friendly. Location is really convinience, shops and restaurants nearby.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
Wow best hotel in Rotterdam, will be staying again
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
Spent 2 days here. Great staff all around and amazing staff that works the breakfast rush on Easter weekend. Location 100% for transportation from trains, rails, and busses. In fact, it was a walkable distance from Holland America terminal to hotel.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Carlton Beach
DId not have the chance to have breakfast
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Art Hotel Rotterdam
Great location, plenty of food options around, near to metro stop. Carpark in hotel, although it is quite tight space. Our daughter has a separate section for her sibgle bed with tv , which she loved.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Blijdorp
Noord
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Noord. You might consider stopping by Blijdorp Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Chinatown
While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
Middelland
Though Middelland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum and De Doelen.
Oude Westen
While Oude Westen may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like De Doelen and Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum.
Centrum
Centrum is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Witte de Withstraat and De Doelen while in the area.
Oude Noorden
While there might not be top attractions in Oude Noorden, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stadhuis and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
