Are there walking tours (where you join a group) in Rotterdam?
A few weeks ago I was in Berlin, which has a huge number of excellent walking tours, many of which are free (you pay a tip at the end). These covered the usual sights, as well as some more interesting less common things. At home in Oxford, your practically can't walk down Broad Street without tripping over a group waiting for one of the few different (again mostly free) walking tours to start.
I'm going to be in Rotterdam this weekend, and I was hoping to find something similar there. However, I haven't been able to find evidence of such tours there! I can find details of self-guided ones, but I ideally want to find one with someone leading a group around offering commentary, pointing out interesting things, answering questions etc.
Do such tours exist in Rotterdam? Or have I just been spoilt by Berlin and Oxford into thinking they're very common, when in fact they're perhaps a bit of an exception?
Best Answer
There are a number of great activities you can join in Rotterdam. If you are looking for free tours it's best to use Couchsurfing or MeetUp and you can find great local events. Alternatively, you can try getting in touch with the hostels they tend to have activities for non-guests sometimes. A great one is Ani & Haakien where I myself provide 4 Free Weekly Tours. You can find more information here directly Frank Tours Rotterdam.
I see that someone has already left a comment about Ani & Haakien above. These tours are additional to the Saturday Architecture Tour at 11 am.
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What is a guided walking tour?
A walking tour is a tour of a historical or cultural site undertaken on foot, frequently in an urban setting. Short tours can last under an hour, while longer ones can take in multiple sites and last a full day or more. A walk can be led by a tour guide, as an escort.What is the difference between a walking tour and a bus tour?
Breadth or depth? Walking tours will give you close access to attractions, venues, and the people. If you're on a bus, you'll view everything from some distance, and your experience may not be as immersive. On the other hand, a bus tour may cover more distance and, therefore, more attractions.How do I plan a walking tour?
How to create your own walking tourAre walking tours popular?
Walking tours, including self-guided walks, are enjoying a resurgence in popularity, attracting ever more travelers interested in exploring their destination in a slow, no-tech fashion: on foot.Otranto, Italy Walking Tour - 4K - with Captions
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Answer 2
At hostel Ani & Haakien, they offer a free tour (eve if you are not staying with them. Starts at 11am at their door.
http://www.anihaakien.nl/atypicalrotterdamtour-hostel-ani-haakien/
Answer 3
Leijnse Stadstours offers guided tours and excursions in Rotterdam. Leijnse Stadstours has tours for every age and interest that are sure to enhance your visit to Rotterdam. A guided tour is a great way to get oriented to the City of Rotterdam. Our tours are just for you, your family,collegues, students, friends and groups.
Answer 4
A good friend of mine started Walk Rotterdam they offer guided walking tours in english around the city of Rotterdam. Their walks are done by real architects from Rotterdam and are about architecture, art, history and the character of the city. Their walks include open discussions and analyses.
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