Montevideo, Rotterdam

Name: Montevideo
Address: Landverhuizersplein 52, Rotterdam, 3072 MH, Netherlands

#69 among attractions in Rotterdam

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Montevideo is a 43-storey, 139.5 m residential skyscraper on the river Nieuwe Maas in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. The Montevideo logo on the roof is an 8 by 8 m letter "M" which brings the tower's total height to 152.3 m. The logo is also designed to be a giant wind vane. Designed by Mecanoo architecture firm principal, Francine Houben, the building is one of the tallest woman-designed buildings in the world. The tower was opened 19 December 2005, featuring 192 apartment units, 6,050 m² of office space, and 1,933 m² of retail space. The building is named after the Uruguay capital city, Montevideo. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: ModernFloors: 43Coordinates: 51°54'13"N, 4°29'8"E

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Landverhuizersplein 52Stadscentrum (Kop van Zuid)Rotterdam 3072 MH Netherlands

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Montevideo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kunsthal, Wereldmuseum, Natuurhistorisch Museum Rotterdam, Erasmusbrug.

0.7 miNW
Art museum hosting temporary exhibitions
Kunsthal, Rotterdam
19 min walk • In the heart of Rotterdam, Netherlands, the Kunsthal stands as a beacon of modern art and design. This contemporary museum, opened in 1992, is renowned for its innovative and dynamic exhibitions that cover a wide spectrum of the art world.
~1940 ftNW
Museum of ethnography in old yacht club
Wereldmuseum, Rotterdam
10 min walk • The Wereldmuseum in Rotterdam, Netherlands, stands as a beacon of cultural diversity and historical artifacts, offering visitors a glimpse into the vast tapestry of global civilizations. This esteemed institution, nestled in the heart of the vibrant port city of...
0.7 miNW
Museum, Natural history museum
Natuurhistorisch Museum Rotterdam, Rotterdam
20 min walk • Nestled in the verdant Westzeedijk area, the Natuurhistorisch Museum Rotterdam is a treasure trove of natural history in the bustling city of Rotterdam, Netherlands. This museum is dedicated to providing visitors with a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the world...
0.4 miN
Iconic white bridge nicknamed 'The Swan'
Erasmusbrug, Rotterdam
11 min walk • The Erasmusbrug, also known as the Erasmus Bridge, is a striking architectural landmark in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This impressive structure spans the Nieuwe Maas river, connecting the northern and southern parts of the city.
~680 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Nederlands Fotomuseum, Rotterdam
4 min walk • The Netherlands Photo Museum is a photography museum in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, that was founded in 1989. The museum collection consists of many historical, social and cultural images from the 20th and 21st century, from the Netherlands and elsewhere.
~1680 ftNE
Architecture, Skyscraper, Postmodern architecture
De Rotterdam, Rotterdam
9 min walk • De Rotterdam is a building on the Wilhelminapier in Rotterdam, designed by the Office for Metropolitan Architecture in 1998. The complex is located between the KPN Tower and Rotterdam Cruise Terminal and was finalized at the end of 2013.
~510 ftNW
Architecture
World Port Center, Rotterdam
3 min walk • World Port Centre is a 33-storey, 123.1 m skyscraper in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
0.5 miNW
51°54'27"N • 4°28'35"E
Belasting and Douanemuseum, Rotterdam
13 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, Children's museum
0.6 miW
Neighbourhood
Scheepvaartkwartier, Rotterdam
15 min walk • Scheepvaartkwartier is a neighborhood of Rotterdam, Netherlands.
~640 ftNE
Skyscraper
New Orleans, Rotterdam
4 min walk • New Orleans is a 44-storey, 158.3 m residential skyscraper in Rotterdam, Netherlands, designed by Álvaro Siza Vieira. It is currently the tallest residential building in the Netherlands.
0.5 miNE
Neighbourhood
Kop van Zuid, Rotterdam
14 min walk • Kop van Zuid is a neighborhood of Rotterdam, The Netherlands, located on the south bank of the Nieuwe Maas opposite the center of town.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Montevideo?

Nearby attractions include World Port Center, Rotterdam (3 min walk), Lost Luggage Depot, Rotterdam (3 min walk), New Orleans, Rotterdam (4 min walk), Nederlands Fotomuseum, Rotterdam (4 min walk).

How to get to Montevideo by public transport?

The nearest stations to Montevideo:

Bus

Lombokstraat • Lines: 77 (6 min walk)
Rechthuislaan • Lines: 77 (8 min walk)

Ferry

Rotterdam, Erasmusbrug • Lines: 20, 201, 202 (10 min walk)

Tram

Wilhelminaplein • Lines: 12, 20, 23, 25 (11 min walk)
Willemskade • Lines: 7 (11 min walk)

Metro

Wilhelminaplein • Lines: D, E (11 min walk)
Rijnhaven • Lines: D, E (13 min walk)

Train

Rotterdam Zuid (27 min walk)