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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Rotterdam

33 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Rotterdam, Netherlands

Updated March 6, 2023

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Cube Houses

These slanted cubic abodes are a creative if odd solution to a zoning pickle.

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Trompenburg Arboretum

A true Valhalla for cactus and succulent lovers.

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The Giant Of Rotterdam

A statue of the second-tallest Dutchman in history.

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Floating Farm

The world's first floating farm is staffed by one human, three robots, and 35 cows.

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Tovertunnel (Magic Tunnel)

This colorfully-painted tunnel links two distinct parts of a historic neighborhood.

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The BMW

A dramatic art installation features a BMW flying out of a building in Rotterdam.

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Het Badkonijn

A giant floating rubber duck-bunny painted with a different design every year.

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The Delftse Poort

A modern reimagining of a medieval city gate.
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Floating Farm

The world's first floating farm is staffed by one human, three robots, and 35 cows.

Rotterdam, Netherlands

West Kruiskade Teapot

A huge teapot illuminates a home for the elderly.
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Stories About Rotterdam

The Museum Where Everything Is on Display

The new Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam takes visitors "backstage" to see its entire $9 billion art collection.
by Amy Crawford
January 21, 2022

All Aboard the World's First Floating Dairy Farm

More sustainable food production may call for plopping cows on the water.
by Abbey Perreault
August 22, 2018

A Dutch Exhibit Highlights Startling and Unusual Animal Deaths

Preserved specimens include the McFlurry Hedgehog and the CERN Weasel.
by Molly Quell
April 4, 2018

The Barge Dwellers of Rotterdam's Old Harbor

Living on a boat isn't bad, but tourists will accidentally walk into your home.
by Olga Mecking
July 25, 2017

Lists Featuring Rotterdam

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Proof the Dutch can convert nearly anything into a place to stay the night.

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