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Explore an iconic old cruise ship in Rotterdam. Go on a tour, have a drink, try an escape room or even stay the night.
- Don’t miss this unique activity in Rotterdam, although it’d be pretty hard to. This full-size classic 20th century cruise ship sailed for 41 years until it came to rest in Rotterdam in 2000. Permanently moored off Katendrecht, the ship now contains a hotel, bars, restaurants and events venues.
- It's totally free to hop on board and look around. But, you can also book onto a daily guided tours of the higher decks and the engine room. Tours start at 10:00 and end at 16:00 and last for 1 or 2 hours. Looking for a bit more excitement? In the depths of the ships there are 2 themed escape rooms which you can book on request. Great for a super unique group experience!
- You can eat breakfast, lunch and dinner on SS Rotterdam. The hotel’s main restaurant, the Lido Grill, has one of the biggest and most unique terraces in the city. You are on the top of a ship after all. For a super classy option try out the Ocean Wine Bar which combines great wine and great views of Rotterdam. Or visit the Captain’s Lounge for a bit of luxury - afternoon tea anyone?
Updated on 10 January 2022
Tips and Tricks
- Only part of the ship has wheelchair access, tours are only partly accessible.
- The Top Deck tour is great for kids!
- Next to the ship on the Katendrecht’s cape there is another bar and eatery: the Sunny Side Terrace. Check it out if you’re looking for casual vibes and some great views of the city. During the summer you can even book a free volleyball court here.
- At certain times of the year the Lido Grill is only available to hotel guests for a short while.
Getting There
- By Car: paid parking in front of the ship.
- By Metro: metro station Rinjhaven is a 20 min walk from the ship or you can catch a bus from the station.
- By Bus: bus stop SS Rotterdam is next to the ship.
- By Ferry: Waterbus terminal Rotterdam Katendrecht is right in front of the ship.
24/7, specific venue opening times vary
All seasons
Free access to the ship; guided tours from 13€
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A cool experience if you're wandering around the city without any real plan. We rode our bikes here and wandered around the old ship with a fun, retro interior. The lido deck's bar area was packed with people at sunset, so clearly a popular spot!
— An American expat abroad