Afrikaanderwijk, Rotterdam

#180 among attractions in Rotterdam

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Afrikaanderwijk is a neighborhood of Rotterdam, Netherlands. It lies in the Feijenoord district of the city, and is traditionally a working-class neighborhood. The neighborhood was one of the first in the Netherlands to have a majority of residents with an international background, primarily consisting of Turks, Moroccans, Surinamese, and Antilleans. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°54'5"N, 4°30'6"E

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Feijenoord (Afrikaanderwijk)Rotterdam Netherlands

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

Nearby attractions include: De Kuip, Wereldmuseum, Erasmusbrug, Nederlands Fotomuseum.

1.1 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
De Kuip, Rotterdam
27 min walk • De Kuip, also known as Stadion Feijenoord, is a beacon of sporting prestige in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This iconic stadium, with a seating capacity of over 51,000, has been the home ground of the football club Feyenoord since its completion in 1937.
1 miNW
Museum of ethnography in old yacht club
Wereldmuseum, Rotterdam
26 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...
0.9 miNW
Iconic white bridge nicknamed 'The Swan'
Erasmusbrug, Rotterdam
23 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.
0.7 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Nederlands Fotomuseum, Rotterdam
18 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.
0.7 miNW
Architecture, Skyscraper, Postmodern architecture
De Rotterdam, Rotterdam
18 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.
0.8 miW
Architecture
World Port Center, Rotterdam
20 min walk • World Port Centre is a 33-storey, 123.1 m skyscraper in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
0.7 miW
Skyscraper
Montevideo, Rotterdam
18 min walk • 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.
0.6 miW
Skyscraper
New Orleans, Rotterdam
17 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.
0.4 miNW
Neighbourhood
Kop van Zuid, Rotterdam
12 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.
0.7 miNW
Architecture
KPN Tower, Rotterdam
17 min walk • KPN Tower is a 96.5 metre tall office building in Rotterdam. It was designed by Italian architect Renzo Piano and construction began in 1998. The building was officially opened by its owner KPN on September 28, 2000. The concept and design of the motion graphic light installation is from Studio Dumbar.
1.1 miNW
Design, Art gallery
Hoge Heren, Rotterdam
29 min walk • The Hoge Heren is hybrid complex composed of two towers in the center of Rotterdam designed by Wiel Arets, located in the former Zalmhaven of the city near the Erasmusbrug. The building was completed in 2000. The complex is 102 meters high and has 35 floors.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Afrikaanderwijk?

Nearby attractions include Kop van Zuid, Rotterdam (12 min walk), Luxor Theater Rotterdam, Rotterdam (15 min walk), Kiefhoek, Rotterdam (15 min walk), Feijenoord district, Rotterdam (17 min walk).

How to get to Afrikaanderwijk by public transport?

The nearest stations to Afrikaanderwijk:

Bus

Afrikaanderplein • Lines: 77 (4 min walk)
Martinus Steijnstraat • Lines: 77 (6 min walk)

Tram

Vuurplaat • Lines: 12, 20, 23, 25 (5 min walk)
Putsebocht • Lines: 2 (7 min walk)

Metro

Rijnhaven • Lines: D, E (7 min walk)
Maashaven • Lines: D, E (11 min walk)

Train

Rotterdam Zuid (11 min walk)
Rotterdam Stadion (24 min walk)

Ferry

Rotterdam, Erasmusbrug • Lines: 20, 201, 202 (25 min walk)