Special social tours organized for the IFLA World Library and Information Congress
Social Events
Organized for the IFLA World Library and Information Congress
Guided walking tour by the highlights of the city centre of Rotterdam
See the best of Rotterdam on foot guided by our enthusiastic guides. All the ins and outs of the past and present will be covered. You will discover streets and places you would normally not pass.
Of course, a visit to the famous Food Market, Laurenskerk, Central Station and the City Hall will not be missed.
Harbour tour by canal boat, visit the famous Port of Rotterdam.
By canal boat, you will tour the ports of Rotterdam. The impressive skyline with imposing buildings glide past you, followed by a unique view of wharfs, docks and the state-of-the-art transhipment of thousands of containers. Finally, you will sail past the steamship Rotterdam, former flagship of the Holland America Line. Following the cruise, you will visit the Euromast including the Euroscoop.
Discover the famous Foodmarket and the unique Yellow Cube houses
With our enthusiastic guide you discover the Market Hall where you will find ingredients and food from all over the world. Afterwards, you will visit the unique cube houses, which you can also see inside. Then we take a water taxi towards the Euromast which you can visit including the Euroscoop. You can admire Rotterdam from a height of up to 185 metres.
Guided walking tour of authentic Delfhaven and citybrewery The Pelgrim
Accompanied by a professional guide, you will take a walk through Delfshaven. Delfshaven is a melting pot of cultures with a rich history. A picturesque medieval harbour. Delfshaven is home to city Brewery The Pelgrim were you get a guided tour and which we will conclude with a small beer tasting. From here we take the water taxi towards the Euromast. You can view Rotterdam from a height of up to 185 metres.
Guided walking tour along the architectural highlights of Rotterdam
Accompanied by a professional guide, you will tour Rotterdam and see its various unique architectural highlights. It will lead you past iconic architecture and shows you the eclectic mix of old and new that Rotterdam is known for. From the late Gothic Laurenskerk to the futuristic Markthal. A unique experience in this metropolis.
Post Congress Tours
Discover the most beautiful highlights of the Netherlands
Tour 1: Delft, Madurodam, The Hague, Amsterdam
Discover ‘old’ holland finest cities
Discover some of the top highlights of Holland on this 2-day tour. As you explore The Hague, Delft, and Amsterdam, you’ll learn about the fascinating history and culture from your private guide. You’ll see the old Dutch city Delft and view beautiful Delftware, you’ll see sights like the Binnenhof ( Dutch Parliament), take in the incredible architecture and visit the miniature town, Madurodam in The Hague. In Amsterdam we take a canal cruise, visit the Albert Cuypmarket. Includes overnight in a 3 star hotel in The Hague including breakfast.
Tour 2: Kinderdijk, Gouda, Utrecht
Discover the amazing Kinderdijk and the cheese market in Gouda
Join this 2 day trip and discover the famous fields of Kinderdijk by boat and visit the windmills. Learn all about the rich history and culture of the famous Dutch windmills. Then we taste & feel the history and crafts of Gouda. Visit the famous cheese market and taste the Dutch “Stroopwafel” a sweet Dutch delicacy. You stay in a 3 star hotel in Gouda and the next day we will visit the medieval town of Utrecht. We will see all the highlights of Utrecht by canal cruise, visit De Haar Castle, the largest and most luxurious castle in the Netherlands and the Dutch Railway Museum
Tour 3: 2 days Amsterdam
Discover the unique atmosphere of Amsterdam
In 2 days you’ll discover the highlights of Amsterdam, discover this charismatic city’s hidden treasures, legends, and mysteries with a local guide in a walking tour through Amsterdam’s old center. Admire over 400 masterpieces by great artists such as Jan Steen, Frans Hals, Vermeer, and Rembrandt in the Rijksmuseum and discover what lies behind the doors of the former Heineken brewery, and learn everything there is to know about the world’s favorite beer. Further you wil visit the famous Albert Cuypmarket, Madam Tussauds and see the famous brothel windows, coffee shops, erotic theaters, and narrow streets of the Red light district.
Contact information
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Desk Opening Times:
Monday, 21 Augustus 08:00 – 16:00
Tuesday, 22 Augustus 08:00 – 16:00
Wednesday, 23 Augustus 08:00 – 16:00
Thursday, 24 Augustus 08:00 – 16:00
Location: Rotterdam Ahoy
Telephone number: +31 6 11439061
Mail: sales@rotterdambusinessevents.nl