Church of St. Lawrence (Sint Laurenskerk)

Sights & Landmarks • Rotterdam, South Holland Netherlands

The Church of St. Lawrence (Sint Laurenskerk) in Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands, stands as a prominent landmark with deep historical and architectural significance. This imposing structure, with its grand Gothic architecture dating back to the 15th century, is a testament to the city's rich heritage. The church's intricate details and towering spire draw visitors from near and far to admire its beauty and marvel at the craftsmanship of a bygone era.

Once a thriving place of worship, the church now serves as a museum, offering visitors a glimpse into its storied past. Inside, visitors can explore various exhibitions that shed light on the church's history and the role it played in the community over the centuries. The interior boasts stunning stained glass windows, intricate wood carvings, and ornate decorations that showcase the dedication and skill of the craftsmen who built this magnificent edifice.

In addition to its historical significance, the Church of St. Lawrence serves as a cultural hub in Rotterdam, hosting concerts, art exhibitions, and other events that attract both locals and tourists. Whether admiring the stunning architecture, learning about the church's history, or attending a cultural event, a visit to the Church of St. Lawrence is a memorable experience that offers a unique insight into the vibrant heritage of Rotterdam.


Tours for Church of St. Lawrence (Sint Laurenskerk)

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Highlights Rotterdam PRIVE bicycle tour in Rotterdam, South Holland $106 Tour Provided by Viator
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Highlights Rotterdam PRIVE bicycle tour

Rotterdam, South Holland Netherlands

Your bike or walking tour will be a true experience!

We are 2 stewardesses with years of travel experience and know better than anyone how incredibly fun and insanely interesting it is to experience a city by bike or on foot with an enthusiastic local guide.

This has inspired us to turn your tour into a true urban experience.

In addition to all the highlights that are a must, we also take you to a number of "hidden places" in the city. Such as a surprising inner garden in the center, an authentic food shed and trendy hidden alleys that will often remain unknown to many other visitors to Rotterdam, but which we, as true locals, would like to share with you.

During this tour we will also introduce you to the nicknames of various statues and buildings that are so characteristic of Rotterdam residents.

In short, after your trip you will feel like a real Rotterdammer.

Private half-day Delft and Rotterdam Tour in Rotterdam, South Holland $202 Tour Provided by Viator
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Private half-day Delft and Rotterdam Tour

Rotterdam, South Holland Netherlands

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.

Second World War Walking Tour in Rotterdam in Rotterdam, South Holland $164 Tour Provided by Viator
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Second World War Walking Tour in Rotterdam

Rotterdam, South Holland Netherlands

May 14, 1940: A devastating watershed in the history of Rotterdam. Within fifteen minutes the city center was bombed to the ground by the Nazis. The Second World War and the much-needed post-war reconstruction period are strongly intertwined into the identity of Rotterdam. Your experienced tour guide will explain why the bombardment took place and show you buildings which survived the bombing. During this tour you will also visit The Destroyed City, the most important war memorial in Rotterdam.

Rotterdam Travel to the Future Walking Tour in Rotterdam, South Holland $213 Tour Provided by Viator
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Rotterdam Travel to the Future Walking Tour

Rotterdam, South Holland Netherlands

Would you like to get acquainted with the futuristic ideas in all the different areas of urban life there is? Are you curious to see what Europe will look like in the 22nd century? Then we would like to invite you to this Rotterdam tour!
There are so many fascinating things to discover in Rotterdam: modern architecture, fabulous landscape design projects, social or technological innovations, contemporary street art, innovative fashion projects like clothing made of orange peel, delicious food, and many other things, that will definitely blow your imagination!

Our road will take us to all of the most famous and absolutely amazing buildings, such as a futuristic church, The Cube Houses, Erasmus Bridge, the first European skyscraper, ‘The Pencil’ and ‘The Apple’ buildings and, of course, Markthall.

More tours(food, history, street art, architecture, modern art, museums, small towns, countryside, by bikes, ships, balloons, photo tours) in the Netherlands on Snurk.Travel.

Rotterdam: Private Tour with Local Guide in Rotterdam, South Holland $265 Tour Provided by Viator
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Rotterdam: Private Tour with Local Guide

Rotterdam, South Holland Netherlands

Explore the most exciting part of Rotterdam during this 2-hour tour with your own private local guide! Discover our very own Manhattan on the Meuse, as you are guided along Rotterdam's most odd structures. During this tour, you will also be taken into a Cubic House for an interior visit. Afterwards, you will know more of the city and its history than the average local!

You will learn of Rotterdam's humble beginnings up to its development as a giant port city. Rotterdam has been burnt to the ground and built back up again, only to rise as a uniquely set-up mix of old and new architecture, with some hidden gems in between the concrete jungle. Today, the city has a young population and a vibrant night life and is home to at least 170 nationalities.

Do not hesitate to ask your guides for advice after the tour! And remember: it is you who determines the pace of this tour.

Private Full Day tour Rotterdam and Delft from Amsterdam Central in Rotterdam, South Holland $441 Tour Provided by Viator
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Private Full Day tour Rotterdam and Delft from Amsterdam Central

Rotterdam, South Holland Netherlands

In this full-day experience, you will visit Rotterdam and Delft, perfect for anyone that wonders what Holland has to offer besides Amsterdam. This tour includes transport, a fast boat ride, lunch on a picturesque square, a visit inside a Cubic House (you won't find that in Amsterdam!), 2 tuktuk rides, tickets to climb the second-highest church of the country and tickets to the Royal Delft museum.

The fastest (and most comfortable) way to get to Rotterdam is by Intercity Direct train. That is how the Dutch do it and that is how you will do it!

You will meet your guide on Rotterdam Centraal Station and that is where your tour starts. You will see the highlights of modern Rotterdam, our second-biggest city, both from the street and from the water. After this, prepare to see Delft, the true gem of Holland, where the Golden Age is still alive.

This tour ends in Delft, at the end of the afternoon. If you want to, we can help you with dinner there, or with coming back to Amsterdam. Enjoy!

Private 8 hour Walking and Boat Tour to Rotterdam and Kinderdijk in Rotterdam, South Holland $531 Tour Provided by Viator
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Private 8 hour Walking and Boat Tour to Rotterdam and Kinderdijk

Rotterdam, South Holland Netherlands

The clash point of traditional and avant-garde architecture styles (cube houses); the greenest city of Netherlands; drink a coffee at lowest Dutch point below sea level (-7. 67 m); one completely different Red Light District

Unique and the only in Netherlands authentic location with 19 windmills - the 19 guardians and story tellers of the old times. These still persisting and in service "water management stewards" gonna tell you the story about the cat who saved one young human life.

Private Highlights & Art Walking Tour: Markthal, Zadkine, Street Art and Depot in Rotterdam, South Holland $428 Tour Provided by Viator
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Private Highlights & Art Walking Tour: Markthal, Zadkine, Street Art and Depot

Rotterdam, South Holland Netherlands

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.