Delftse Poort, Rotterdam

Name: Delftse Poort
Address: Weena 505, Rotterdam, 3013 AL, Netherlands

#34 among attractions in Rotterdam

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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. Both towers are built over a 4-storey multifunctional podium which adjoins the Rotterdam central station. The entire complex has 28 elevators. The gross floor area in the complex is 106,000 m², and the offices occupy 66,000 m². ()

Local name: Gebouw Delftse Poort Architectural style: ModernCoordinates: 51°55'26"N, 4°28'19"E

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Weena 505Stadscentrum (C.S. Kwartier)Rotterdam 3013 AL Netherlands

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Delftse Poort – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lijnbaan, Museum Rotterdam, Statue of Erasmus, Groothandelsgebouw.

~1290 ftSE
Shopping district, Shopping
Lijnbaan, Rotterdam
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0.4 miE
Museum, History museum
Museum Rotterdam, Rotterdam
11 min walk • Museum Rotterdam, nestled in the heart of Rotterdam, Netherlands, serves as a cultural repository showcasing the city's rich history and vibrant present. As a dynamic institution, it is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the collective memory of Rotterdam's...
0.5 miE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Erasmus, Rotterdam
14 min walk • Standing proudly in the heart of Rotterdam, the Statue of Erasmus is a testament to one of the city's most renowned historical figures, Desiderius Erasmus. Crafted by the celebrated Dutch sculptor Hendrick de Keyser, this striking sculpture honors the influential...
~710 ftW
Museum, Historical place, Architecture
Groothandelsgebouw, Rotterdam
4 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...
0.5 miS
Nightlife, Bars and clubs, Music venue
Rotown, Rotterdam
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rotterdam, Rotown stands as a beacon of the city's vibrant music scene. This intimate music venue has become an iconic spot for both local talents and international acts, offering a stage for a diverse array of genres.
0.5 miS
Monuments and statues
Santa Claus Sculpture, Rotterdam
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~1230 ftS
Square, Outdoor activities, Park
Schouwburgplein, Rotterdam
6 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.
0.4 miE
Postmodern architecture
Timmerhuis, Rotterdam
11 min walk • The Timmerhuis is a building complex in the Stadsdriehoek district in the center of Rotterdam. The building is a combination of post-World War II reconstruction architecture by municipal architect J.R.A. Koops and contemporary architecture by the Office for Metropolitan Architecture.
~740 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
De Doelen, Rotterdam
4 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.
~1430 ftNE
Square, Shopping centre
Hofplein, Rotterdam
7 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.
~1560 ftE
Street
Coolsingel, Rotterdam
8 min walk • Coolsingel is one of the best known streets in central Rotterdam. It is located in the Cool district. The street leads from the Hofplein to the Churchillplein. Plans were announced in 2016 to reduce traffic congestion on the street. The redevelopment is expected to cost 47 million euros and to be finished by 2020.

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Which popular attractions are close to Delftse Poort?

Nearby attractions include Weena, Rotterdam (2 min walk), Groothandelsgebouw, Rotterdam (4 min walk), De Doelen, Rotterdam (4 min walk), C.S. kwartier, Rotterdam (5 min walk).

How to get to Delftse Poort by public transport?

The nearest stations to Delftse Poort:

Tram

Rotterdam Centraal • Lines: 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 4, 7, 8 (1 min walk)
Weena • Lines: 12, 21, 23, 24, 25, 4, 7, 8 (5 min walk)

Metro

Rotterdam Centraal • Lines: D, E (3 min walk)
Stadhuis • Lines: D, E (8 min walk)

Bus

Weena • Lines: 38 (4 min walk)
Rotterdam Centraal • Lines: 175, 33, 38, 40, 44, 804, 814, 818, 819, 824, N803, N814, N818, N819, N844 (7 min walk)

Train

Rotterdam Centraal (5 min walk)

Ferry

Rotterdam, Erasmusbrug • Lines: 20, 201, 202 (30 min walk)