Overview
Discover Delft and Rotterdam with a young, local guide with a passion for both cities. Experience two sides of the Netherlands by going from Delft to Rotterdam, first walking through a cute pittoreske town before getting to know Manhattan on the Meuse.
You will visit the highlights of both cities and experience their beauty and history. During the tour, you can ask anything you want to, and get some insider tips!
If desired, we can also start in Rotterdam and end in Delft. This tour can be booked in English, German or Dutch.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
In-vehicle air conditioning
Guide
Ticket to see the inside of a Cubic House
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We will meet at the train station of Delft, in front of Starbucks. This is easy to reach from anywhere in the Netherlands. If you need help with this, do not hesitate to contact me. (If you start the tour in Delft, you end in Rotterdam and if you start in Rotterdam, you end in Delft.)
End point
We will end the tour around Rotterdam Blaak. This is a scenic area that is centrally located in Rotterdam, so that you could continue your day there. The location also has its own train station. (If you start the tour in Delft, you end in Rotterdam and if you start in Rotterdam, you end in Delft.)
What to expect
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Museum Prinsenhof Delft
10 min
As we make our way into the city, we walk through the Prinsenhof. This place has played a deciding role in Dutch history. Let's find out more about it.
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Old Church
10 min
We are now in the old beer brewing quarter of Delft. Where did the brewers go? We will also see the Old Church, perhaps the most recognizable building of the city. How old is it exactly and why is it so skewed? Who knows!? Well, I happen to know!
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Gemeenlandshuis van Delfland
10 min
Close to the Oude Kerk, we will see a heavily decorated facade, that of the Gemeenlandshuis. What is this building and why was it so important?
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Stadhuis Delft
15 min
The old town hall of Delft is (partly) one of the oldest historical buildings of the city, dating to the 13th century. We will walk by it as we enter the Grote Markt square on our way to the New Church. What is so interesting about the town hall? I'll tell you!
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Nieuwe Kerk
10 min
This is the second-highest church in the Netherlands and the royal family is buried here. Why in Delft actually? If desired, I can buy you tickets to go up the church tower as well. Be warned, it is quite a climb!
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30 min
We will walk along the oldest canal of Delft, away from the Grote Markt square. In the south of the city centre, we will pass by a large former weapons Armory of the V.O.C. Let's find out more about Delft's role in the golden days of the Dutch Republic. Also around here, we can take a look at the exact spot where Vermeer was standing when he made his famous painting 'View of Delft'.
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Maria van Jessekerk
25 min
Going back north, we are passing by the first catholic church that was built in the centre of Delft. There is something funny about the two towers... It is also standing on the spot where Vermeer used to live and make his paintings.
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Beestenmarkt
10 min
Finally, we pass by the Beestenmarkt in Delft. This is the coziest square of the city, ideal for a lunch or a beer. In the past, this square had a different function.
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Station Delft - Delft Railway Station
18 min
We will walk towards the station to take the train to Rotterdam Blaak. This is only 18 minutes away and costs €4.10, which is included in the price of this activity. On the way there, we pass by some farmlands and the city of Schiedam. Enjoy the best public transport system of Europe (and third worldwide, after Singapore and Hong Kong)!
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15 min
When we get off the train in Rotterdam, we will immediately see a peculiar set of apartments. The Cubic Houses (by Piet Blom) are a product of the 70's and represent a typical way of building a 'village inside a city'. We will view one of the apartments from the inside! The price is included in the tour price.
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Oude Haven
15 min
After we made our way through the Cubic Houses, we enter the Oude Haven (Old Harbour). This is now a lively recreational area with multiple terraces. See some more Piet Blom architecture and enjoy the old ships that are anchored here for restauration.
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Witte Huis
15 min
The most prominent building next to the Old Harbour is definitely the White House (Het Witte Huis). This is the oldest skyscraper of Europe, dating from 1898, and one of the few buildings to have survived the bombing of Rotterdam
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Markthal
20 min
After walking back towards Blaak, we will enter the impressive Market Hall (Markthal). The two sides of the building contain many apartments and inside you can enjoy different foods from around the world. And don't forget to look up and look at one of the biggest pieces of art on the planet!
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Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk
15 min
Just next to the modern Market Hall stands a 14th century church. Its tower miraculously survived the bombing of Rotterdam. Today, it is mostly used as an event location.
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The Markthal
10 min
We will end the tour around Blaak again, the place where the original dam over the Rotte was built (yes, Rotterdam). On Tuesdays and Saturdays there is a big outside market here. If you want, you can explore Rotterdam further from here, or take a train home.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Amsterdam).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private half-day Delft and Rotterdam Tour
Can I cancel Private half-day Delft and Rotterdam Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4–5 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
We will meet at the train station of Delft, in front of Starbucks. This is easy to reach from anywhere in the Netherlands. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Guide
- Ticket to see the inside of a Cubic House
Which places does it visit?
It visits Museum Prinsenhof Delft, Old Church, Gemeenlandshuis van Delfland, Stadhuis Delft, Nieuwe Kerk, Maria van Jessekerk, Beestenmarkt, Station Delft - Delft Railway Station.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by Discover Delft
