Blijdorp district, Rotterdam

#171 among attractions in Rotterdam

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Blijdorp is a neighbourhood in northern Rotterdam and is part of the borough Noord. The neighbourhood has around 9500 inhabitants. ()

Local name: Blijdorp Coordinates: 51°55'49"N, 4°27'29"E

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Noord (Blijdorp)Rotterdam Netherlands

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Blijdorp district – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lijnbaan, Diergaarde Blijdorp, Oceanium, Groothandelsgebouw.

1 miSE
Shopping district, Shopping
Lijnbaan, Rotterdam
25 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rotterdam, the Lijnbaan stands as a testament to post-war urban development and the modernist movement. This pedestrian shopping district, which first opened its paths in 1953, was designed by the architectural firm Van den Broek and Bakema as...
0.4 miSW
Zoo with oceanarium and kids' playground
Diergaarde Blijdorp, Rotterdam
12 min walk • Diergaarde Blijdorp, also known as Rotterdam Zoo, is an enchanting wildlife oasis nestled in the bustling city of Rotterdam, Netherlands. This well-established zoological garden has been delighting visitors since its opening in 1857, making it one of the oldest zoos in...
0.6 miW
Zoo, Aquarium
Oceanium, Rotterdam
15 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Rotterdam, Netherlands, lies the Oceanium, an immersive underwater experience that forms a part of the renowned Rotterdam Zoo, also known as Diergaarde Blijdorp. This expansive marine exhibit stands as a testament to the intricate beauty...
0.7 miSE
Museum, Historical place, Architecture
Groothandelsgebouw, Rotterdam
17 min walk • The Groothandelsgebouw, an architectural landmark in the bustling city of Rotterdam, Netherlands, is not only a testament to post-war reconstruction but also a vibrant center for business and culture. Though not a museum in the traditional sense, its historical...
0.7 miSE
Tower
Delftse Poort, Rotterdam
19 min walk • Delftse Poort is a twin-tower skyscraper complex at Weena 505 next to the Rotterdam Centraal railway station in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Tower I is 151.35 m with 41 stories, and Tower II is 93 m with 25 stories. Until May 2009, Tower I was the tallest office tower in the Netherlands.
0.9 miSW
Sacred and religious sites, Mosque
Mevlana Mosque, Rotterdam
24 min walk • The Mevlana Mosque is a mosque in northwestern Rotterdam, Netherlands which serves mainly Turkish-Dutch Muslims. The mosque, named after Rumi, was built in 2001 and benefits from two minarets.
0.9 miSE
Square, Outdoor activities, Park
Schouwburgplein, Rotterdam
24 min walk • Theatre Square is a plaza situated in the heart of the city of Rotterdam, and is flanked by the municipal theatre, concert hall, restaurants, and cafes.
0.8 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
De Doelen, Rotterdam
22 min walk • De Doelen is a concert venue and convention centre in Rotterdam, Netherlands. It was originally built in 1934 but then destroyed in 1940 during the German bombardment of Rotterdam in May 1940 at the outset of World War II.
0.9 miE
Square, Shopping centre
Hofplein, Rotterdam
24 min walk • Hofplein is a major public town square in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The square lies on a crossing of the Weena, the Schiekade and the Coolsingel. In the center of the square a large fountain is situated. Near the square lay the former Rotterdam Hofplein railway station.
0.6 miSE
51°55'22"N • 4°27'54"E
Miniworld Rotterdam, Rotterdam
16 min walk • Museum, Entertainment
0.6 miE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Provenierskerk, Rotterdam
15 min walk • The Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, also known as the Provenierskerk or Proveniershuis Singelkerk was a Roman Catholic church on the Proveniershuis canal in Rotterdam.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Blijdorp district?

Nearby attractions include Vroesenpark, Rotterdam (6 min walk), Fanny Blankers-Koen, Rotterdam (9 min walk), Diergaarde Blijdorp, Rotterdam (12 min walk), Provenierswijk, Rotterdam (12 min walk).

How to get to Blijdorp district by public transport?

The nearest stations to Blijdorp district:

Metro

Blijdorp • Lines: E (1 min walk)
Rotterdam Centraal • Lines: D, E (17 min walk)

Bus

Blijdorp Metro • Lines: 33 (2 min walk)
Vroesenpark • Lines: 33 (3 min walk)

Tram

Schieweg • Lines: 25 (11 min walk)
Walenburgerweg • Lines: 25 (14 min walk)

Train

Rotterdam Centraal (15 min walk)
Rotterdam Noord (34 min walk)