Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen

Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen

Museum • Rotterdam, South Holland Netherlands

Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands, is a cultural gem that captures the essence of art and history under one roof. Housing a diverse collection of paintings, sculptures, decorative art, and design objects, the museum offers a comprehensive exploration of Dutch and European art from the medieval period to contemporary works. Visitors can marvel at masterpieces by renowned artists such as Rembrandt, Van Gogh, and Monet, providing a rich tapestry of artistic expression throughout the centuries.

The museum's architecture is a testament to its commitment to showcasing art in a modern, visually striking setting. Boasting an impressive array of exhibitions and galleries, Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen invites visitors to delve into different artistic movements, styles, and periods, creating an immersive experience that fosters appreciation and understanding. Whether a seasoned art enthusiast or a casual visitor, the museum's collections and educational programs cater to a wide audience, making it a must-visit destination for anyone with an interest in the arts.

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$12 Tour Provided by Viator
5.00

Rotterdam's Highlights and History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

It’s no coincidence that Rotterdam was included in the prestigious 2025 New York Times list of 52 Places to Go. This beautiful Dutch city is brimming with fascinating stories and interesting sites – if you know where to look. On this walking tour, you’ll get a broad overview of the ‘must-see’ places, as well as the little things of interest that most visitors miss. The tour starts near the Erasmus Bridge. From there, you’ll have a chance to explore the many fascinating sights Rotterdam has to offer, like old streets and harbors, super modern architecture, historic statues, medieval churches, and so much more! I’ll also share the unconventional nickname of Paul McCarthy’s Santa Claus sculpture. The tour ends with a bang in front of the city’s most spectacular modern architectural landmark, the Art Depot of the Boijmans van Beuningen Museum. By the end of this tour, you will have learned lots of interesting new things and had a chance to appreciate Rotterdam even more.

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$462 Tour Provided by Viator
5.00

Private Highlights & Art Walking Tour: Markthal, Zadkine, Street Art and Depot

Start your Tour on the rooftop of Het Witte Huis (weekend) with a stunning view over Markthal, the Cube Houses, the Erasmus bridge, the Willems bridge and De Rotterdam. After this start you’ll walk right through Markthal designed by MVRDV. At the recently refurbished Grotekerkplein new city park including a public stage for music and dance. After passing Dudok’s ‘Dudok’ you’ll arrive at the Timmerhuis, a inner-city redevelopment project in which renowned Rotterdam-based architectural firm OMA merged a municipal office block from the 1950s with a pixellated steel-and-glass structure. Here you will visit a rooftop terrace (weekdays) with a view over Markthal, Coolsingel boulevard, City Hall and the city centre. In the Museumpark you will see Sonneveld House and Het Nieuwe Instituut, right before you arrive at the latest eye catcher Depot Boijmans van Beuningen, also by MVRDV, home to the world’s first public art depot.

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5.00

Rotterdam: Art, History and Architecture Self-Guided Audio Tour

This two-hour walking tour reveals how Rotterdam transformed from a fishing village into Europe’s largest port and a hub of bold, modern architecture after WWII’s devastating bombing. Starting at the surviving City Hall, you’ll explore landmarks like Piet Blom’s iconic Cube Houses, the iridescent Markthal, and St Lawrence Church. Wander the Old Harbor, where historic ships meet skyscrapers, and see innovative sites like the silver Boijmans Van Beuningen Depot and Europe’s first city surf pool. Stroll along the Maas River for views of the Erasmus Bridge, and explore creative Witte de Withstraat. Along the way, you’ll uncover Rotterdam’s resilient spirit, striking design, and vibrant culture—capturing why it’s known as the Netherlands’ most modern city.

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5.00

Private Walking Tour Rotterdam

Experience the vibrant city of Rotterdam with our 2-hour private walking tour. Led by a local Dutch guide, you'll explore Rotterdam's transformation from a humble fishing village to Europe's largest harbor. Starting at the iconic Markthal, you'll discover historic landmarks like St. Laurens Church, the Town Hall, and WWII memorials. Stroll through the Cube Houses, taste local treats, and wander the charming Witte de Withstraat and Old Harbor. With personalized insights and an intimate group size of up to 20, this tour offers a unique and engaging way to uncover Rotterdam's secrets. Book your private tour today and experience with great storytelling!

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$63 Tour Provided by Viator
5.00

Evening Architecture Tour in Rotterdam

This Evening architecture tour captures the unique appearance of the city in the darker hours. Admire the highlights of Rotterdam in their evening glow, the bright streets and squares after the day rush. The tour is led by local architect guides. The starting point is the iconic new Central Station. The evening tour introduces the lightened Fire Border, the glowing outdoor stage - Theater square, and the spectacular Boijmans Depot building. A special part of the architecture experience is getting on the roof of the Depot to admire the breathtaking city skyline. After crossing the trendy Witte de Wit street the tour follows highlights like the Bijenkorf, the Koopgoot and St Laurens Church. We enter the impressive Markthal and visit the unique Cube Houses where the tour ends. Evening Architecture tour fits the busy agenda of business visitors of the city, groups of colleagues, families and friends that want to spend a long day in Rotterdam.

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$69 Tour Provided by Viator
5.00

Art and Architecture Walking Tour in Rotterdam - guided by Architects

Art and Architecture Walk is a guided walking tour that introduces the open air art collection of Rotterdam along with the must see architecture highlights of the city. The guides are local architects and artists. The architecture capital of the Netherlands has also an amazing treasury of outdoor art, thoughtfully bonded to the urban fabric and it’s buildings. The tour follows architecture icons like Central Station, Theater square and the Lijnbaan post war area. We present The Museum Quarter with the new rising icon – The Depot of Museum Boijmans. On the route there is a series of art dedicated to the drama of the bombarded city, a fresh mix of street art, a spread of art masterpieces whose artists names speak for themselves: Henry Moore, Roden, Picasso. Our guide brings you to the most popular art venue – the young, avant-garde Witte de Wit street. The tour includes the area of the Cube Houses and ends in the Markthal where art and architecture combine in a spectacular way!

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$11 Tour Provided by Viator
5.00

Rotterdam Walking Tour with Audio Guide on Your Smartphone

The audio guide is your convenient mobile companion for a self-guided tour of Rotterdam. This tour is specially designed for exploring the city in a short time 2-3 hours. Follow the route on the app's map to walk from Central Station to the Erasmus Bridge, passing the city's main attractions. You'll see: Cube Houses, Rotterdam Market, Grote Kerk Church, White House, The Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Depot, Street art. The tour features 27 points of interest. All stories are written by professional journalists and historians, with a touch of humor and a passion for travel. Once you've downloaded the tour, the app works offline. The audio guide is always clear in your headphones. Enjoy fascinating stories and legends at your own pace, without having to keep up with a tour group. You can pause any time to relax in a café or wander down a picturesque alley before continuing your walk.

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$37 Tour Provided by Viator
4.84 (89 reviews)

Rotterdam Highlights Bike Tour

Rotterdam has a lot to offer including architecture like you've never seen before, a long and moving history, a bustling harbour, loads of restaurants, bars, shops and museums and over 1,000 outdoor sculptures. On this bike tour of the city you will be able to see what Rotterdam is like today. The tour which lasts between 2.5 and 3 hours takes you along the buildings that are shaping Rotterdam today and some that are silent witnesses of a checkered past. Your knowledgeable guide will be on hand for any questions you may have.

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$183 Tour Provided by Viator
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Private Tour: Rotterdam Walking Tour Including Harbor Cruise

A multi-faceted city with layers of history, Rotterdam is one of the most intriguing cities in the Netherlands. This customizable private walking tour reveals Rotterdam’s true character, from its reconstruction after World War II to its busy cargo port, the largest in the world. Admire the city’s modern architecture, like the eye-catching Cubic Houses, against aging buildings that survived the war, like the old town hall. Stroll around the Old Harbor (Oude Haven), see Rotterdam Central Station, Markthal Rotterdam, Kunsthal museum and the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, and end with a relaxing cruise along Rotterdam Harbor.

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$430 Tour Provided by Viator
4.50

Private Guided Daytrip in Rotterdam and Dordrecht

Explore the modern, vibrant city of Rotterdam and the historic, picturesque city of Dordrecht on the same day! Together with a professional, private guide you will see the best of both worlds. Enjoy the architectonic wonders such as the Cubic homes, Market hall and the impressive Erasmus bridge. After having seen all that the modern city has to offer, travel together with your private guide between the two cities per ferry. In the meanwhile explore the sights this water rich area has to offer on some of the busiest waterways of Europe. After the journey by ferry you will embark on a trip through the small, cozy streets of Dordrecht. Let your eyes and ears wonder about the historic sights of local and national significance such as the Big Church, Court of Holland and beautiful city gates. Having explored the oldest city of Holland your private guide will escort you back to the ferry and the tour will and at the Erasmus bridge, right in the city center of Rotterdam.

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