Centrale Bibliotheek, Rotterdam

Name: Centrale Bibliotheek
Address: Hoogstraat 110, Rotterdam, 3011 PV, Netherlands
Telephone: 0008001545

#175 among attractions in Rotterdam

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Facts and practical information

The Central Library of Rotterdam is one of the largest libraries in the Netherlands. It has more than 2.4 million visitors annually and is the most visited cultural institution in Rotterdam. ()

Local name: Bibliotheek Rotterdam Coordinates: 51°55'16"N, 4°29'21"E

Address

Hoogstraat 110Stadscentrum (Stadsdriehoek)Rotterdam 3011 PV Netherlands

Contact

0008001545

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Day trips

Centrale Bibliotheek – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum Rotterdam, Marine Corps Museum, Market Hall, Statue of Erasmus.

~1800 ftW
Museum, History museum
Museum Rotterdam, Rotterdam
9 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...
~1030 ftSE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Marine Corps Museum, Rotterdam
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~580 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Market
Market Hall, Rotterdam
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rotterdam, the Market Hall (Markthal in Dutch) stands as a testament to modern architecture and cultural diversity. This iconic semi-circular building, completed in 2014, is not only a residential and office space but also a vibrant public...
~1110 ftW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Erasmus, Rotterdam
6 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...
0.4 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum
Maritiem Museum, Rotterdam
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rotterdam, the Maritiem Museum stands as a testament to the city's rich maritime heritage. This dynamic institution, situated in the bustling port area, offers visitors an immersive journey through the Netherlands' seafaring history, from the...
~350 ftSE
View point, Museum, Vernacular architecture
Cube house, Rotterdam
2 min walk • The Cube House (Kubuswoningen) is an architectural marvel and a must-see landmark in the bustling city of Rotterdam, Netherlands. Designed by architect Piet Blom in the late 1970s and completed in 1984, these innovative houses are a bold urban experiment that combines...
~1330 ftNE
51°55'23"N • 4°29'39"E
Exitgame, Rotterdam
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~860 ftW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Event space
Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk, Rotterdam
5 min walk • The Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk stands as a historical beacon in the heart of Rotterdam, Netherlands. This venerable church, with its roots deeply embedded in the medieval era, is the only remnant of the city's original medieval architecture, as much of Rotterdam was...
~1470 ftSE
Bridge
Willemsbrug, Rotterdam
8 min walk • The Willemsbrug is a bridge next to the Erasmusbrug in the centre of Rotterdam, Netherlands, spanning the Nieuwe Maas. It links the northern part of the city with the Noordereiland and the district of Feijenoord.
~1860 ftW
Postmodern architecture
Timmerhuis, Rotterdam
9 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.
~1000 ftW
Ferris wheel
SkyView Rotterdam, Rotterdam
5 min walk • SkyView Rotterdam was a 45-meter-tall Ferris wheel in the center of Rotterdam. It opened to the public on September 4, 2018, and was decommissioned in July 2019. Some residents of Markthal protested its construction citing privacy concerns. It was expected to stay for five years, but operated for less than one year.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Centrale Bibliotheek open?

Centrale Bibliotheek is open:

Monday 1 pm - 8 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 8 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 8 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Centrale Bibliotheek?

Nearby attractions include Cube house, Rotterdam (2 min walk), Market Hall, Rotterdam (3 min walk), Station Rotterdam Blaak, Rotterdam (4 min walk), Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk, Rotterdam (5 min walk).

How to get to Centrale Bibliotheek by public transport?

The nearest stations to Centrale Bibliotheek:

Metro

Blaak • Lines: A, B, C (3 min walk)
Oostplein • Lines: A, B, C (10 min walk)

Tram

Blaak • Lines: 21, 24 (3 min walk)
Burg. Van Walsumweg • Lines: 21, 24 (6 min walk)

Bus

Station Blaak • Lines: 32, 824 (4 min walk)
Keizerstraat • Lines: 32 (6 min walk)

Ferry

Rotterdam, Erasmusbrug • Lines: 20, 201, 202 (24 min walk)

Train

Rotterdam Centraal (24 min walk)
Rotterdam Zuid (37 min walk)