Free cookie consent management tool by TermsFeed Free Privacy Policy Generator List of cruise ships in Rotterdam - up-to-date port information and excursion tips for cruise ship fans.

Rotterdam
in the Netherlands

Home Ports Netherlands Rotterdam
Netherlands

Rotterdam

Rotterdam is the second-largest city in the Netherlands and is located in the province of South Holland. It is situated in the west of the country, on the banks of the Nieuwe Maas river, which flows into the North Sea. It is a major port city, and the largest in Europe.

Rotterdam has a long and rich history. It was founded in the 13th century by Count Willem I of Holland, and quickly grew to become an important trading port. It was a major center of the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century, and a major port for the Dutch East India Company. During this time, it became the largest port in the world.

In 1940, Rotterdam was heavily bombed by the Germans during World War II. This destroyed much of the city, but it was quickly rebuilt, and today is a modern, vibrant city. It is a major financial center, and is home to the world’s largest port.

Rotterdam is also known for its culture and art. It has a long tradition of architecture, and is home to many museums, galleries, and theaters. The city is also home to many festivals, including the International Film Festival Rotterdam, and the North Sea Jazz Festival.

Rotterdam is a great place to visit, with its beautiful waterfront, modern architecture, and vibrant culture. It is a great place to explore, and a great place to live.

Excursion tips for a day in Rotterdam

1. Visit the iconic Erasmus Bridge: Take in the stunning views of the city from this iconic bridge spanning the Nieuwe Maas river.

2. Explore the Markthal: This indoor market is home to dozens of stalls selling gourmet food, drinks, and souvenirs.

3. Take a boat tour: See Rotterdam from the water with a boat tour of the city’s canals and rivers.

4. Visit the Cube Houses: These iconic houses in the center of Rotterdam are worth a visit for their unique design.

5. Visit the Maritime Museum: Learn about Rotterdam’s long maritime history at this museum, located in the historic harbor.

6. Visit the Euromast: Climb the Euromast tower for incredible 360-degree views of the city and beyond.

7. Shop in the Lijnbaan: This pedestrian shopping street is home to a variety of stores and cafes.

8. Visit the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen: This museum is home to a large collection of art from the Middle Ages to the present day.

9. Visit the Rotterdam Zoo: Spend the day learning about the animals and plants at this popular zoo.

10. Have a beer at the oldest bar in Rotterdam: De Zwarte Zwaan is the oldest bar in Rotterdam, and a great place to have a beer and some traditional Dutch snacks.

Experience Rotterdam with unforgettable activities by our partner GetYourGuide. The offer is also ideal as a special gift idea for family and friends who are planning to visit Rotterdam. Cancellations are possible up to 24h before the start of the activity (unless otherwise stated in the activity description), with a full refund of the booking price.

The climate in Rotterdam

Spring (March-May): The climate in Rotterdam during the spring months is mild and wet. Temperatures range from 6-12°C (43-54°F) during the day and 3-7°C (37-45°F) at night. The average amount of rainfall is around 80mm (3.1in) per month. Summer (June-August): The climate in Rotterdam during the summer months is warm and humid. Temperatures range from 15-22°C (59-72°F) during the day and 11-17°C (52-63°F) at night. The average amount of rainfall is around 60mm (2.4in) per month. Autumn (September-November): The climate in Rotterdam during the autumn months is mild and wet. Temperatures range from 8-14°C (46-57°F) during the day and 4-9°C (39-48°F) at night. The average amount of rainfall is around 80mm (3.1in) per month. Winter (December-February): The climate in Rotterdam during the winter months is cold and wet. Temperatures range from 1-7°C (33-45°F) during the day and -2-3°C (28-37°F) at night. The average amount of rainfall is around 70mm (2.8in) per month.

Cruise weather for Rotterdam

Our weather forecast for Rotterdam helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.

Date Icon Temperature Wind speed/gusts Cloudiness/Visibility Air humidity/pressure Sunrise/Sunset
Dec. 8th 2024 Dec. 8th 2024 max: 7.0 °C
min: 3.7 °C
21.6 m/s
48.6 m/s
92.9 %
24.0 m
86.2 %
1,007 hPa
08:37:00
16:31:17
Dec. 9th 2024 Dec. 9th 2024 max: 6.1 °C
min: 3.9 °C
23.0 m/s
48.6 m/s
98.8 %
24.1 m
84.1 %
1,028 hPa
08:38:07
16:31:04
Dec. 10th 2024 Dec. 10th 2024 max: 5.4 °C
min: 2.1 °C
23.0 m/s
48.6 m/s
74.6 %
24.1 m
85.4 %
1,032 hPa
08:39:12
16:30:55
Dec. 11th 2024 Dec. 11th 2024 max: 4.0 °C
min: 0.7 °C
14.2 m/s
38.5 m/s
2.0 %
24.1 m
76.2 %
1,033 hPa
08:40:14
16:30:49
Dec. 12th 2024 Dec. 12th 2024 max: 3.8 °C
min: 0.2 °C
9.0 m/s
15.5 m/s
3.4 %
24.1 m
72.8 %
1,029 hPa
08:41:13
16:30:47
Dec. 13th 2024 Dec. 13th 2024 max: 3.9 °C
min: 0 °C
10.4 m/s
20.9 m/s
37.7 %
24.1 m
78.5 %
1,028 hPa
08:42:10
16:30:49
Dec. 14th 2024 Dec. 14th 2024 max: 2.5 °C
min: -0.2 °C
8.0 m/s
13.7 m/s
96.1 %
24.1 m
75.5 %
1,029 hPa
08:43:03
16:30:53
Dec. 15th 2024 Dec. 15th 2024 max: 4.7 °C
min: 1 °C
8.3 m/s
17.3 m/s
90.3 %
24.1 m
83.2 %
1,027 hPa
08:43:54
16:31:02
Dec. 16th 2024 Dec. 16th 2024 max: 7.6 °C
min: 4.3 °C
13.7 m/s
32.9 m/s
95.0 %
23.1 m
81.9 %
1,025 hPa
08:44:41
16:31:13
Dec. 17th 2024 Dec. 17th 2024 max: 7.9 °C
min: 4.4 °C
16.2 m/s
37.4 m/s
68.9 %
23.8 m
79.9 %
1,032 hPa
08:45:26
16:31:29
Dec. 18th 2024 Dec. 18th 2024 max: 5.6 °C
min: 2.2 °C
11.2 m/s
25.6 m/s
45.0 %
24.1 m
83.6 %
1,036 hPa
08:46:07
16:31:47
Dec. 19th 2024 Dec. 19th 2024 max: 4.9 °C
min: 1.2 °C
14.3 m/s
38.6 m/s
32.6 %
24.1 m
76.8 %
1,027 hPa
08:46:45
16:32:09
Dec. 20th 2024 Dec. 20th 2024 max: 8.0 °C
min: 2.5 °C
30.2 m/s
56.5 m/s
70.3 %
24.1 m
86.0 %
1,018 hPa
08:47:20
16:32:35

Cruises to Rotterdam

Would you like to travel to Rotterdam on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Rotterdam.

Scheduled ship calls in Rotterdam, Netherlands
Date Ship Arrival Departure Details
Dec. 8th 2024 Sunday, 8th of Dec. 2024 P&O Aurora 12:00 am 01:00 pm
Dec. 8th 2024 Sunday, 8th of Dec. 2024 P&O Iona 03:00 pm 12:00 am
Dec. 9th 2024 Monday, 9th of Dec. 2024 AIDAnova 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 9th 2024 Monday, 9th of Dec. 2024 P&O Iona 12:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 10th 2024 Tuesday, 10th of Dec. 2024 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Dec. 17th 2024 Tuesday, 17th of Dec. 2024 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Dec. 23rd 2024 Monday, 23rd of Dec. 2024 AIDAnova 08:00 am 06:00 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Dec. 24th 2024 Tuesday, 24th of Dec. 2024 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Dec. 31st 2024 Tuesday, 31st of Dec. 2024 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Jan. 8th 2025 Wednesday, 8th of Jan. 2025 MSC Preziosa 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 14th 2025 Tuesday, 14th of Jan. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Jan. 22nd 2025 Wednesday, 22nd of Jan. 2025 MSC Preziosa 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 23rd 2025 Thursday, 23rd of Jan. 2025 AIDAnova 08:00 am 12:00 am DetailsPartnerlink
Jan. 24th 2025 Friday, 24th of Jan. 2025 AIDAnova 12:00 am 06:00 am DetailsPartnerlink
Jan. 28th 2025 Tuesday, 28th of Jan. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Feb. 3rd 2025 Monday, 3rd of Feb. 2025 AIDAnova 08:00 am 06:00 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Feb. 4th 2025 Tuesday, 4th of Feb. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Feb. 11th 2025 Tuesday, 11th of Feb. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Feb. 16th 2025 Sunday, 16th of Feb. 2025 P&O Iona 03:00 pm 12:00 am
Feb. 17th 2025 Monday, 17th of Feb. 2025 AIDAnova 08:00 am 06:00 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Feb. 17th 2025 Monday, 17th of Feb. 2025 P&O Iona 12:00 am 05:00 pm
Feb. 18th 2025 Tuesday, 18th of Feb. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Feb. 23rd 2025 Sunday, 23rd of Feb. 2025 P&O Iona 03:00 pm 12:00 am
Feb. 24th 2025 Monday, 24th of Feb. 2025 P&O Iona 12:00 am 05:00 pm
Feb. 25th 2025 Tuesday, 25th of Feb. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Mar. 3rd 2025 Monday, 3rd of Mar. 2025 AIDAnova 08:00 am 06:00 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Mar. 4th 2025 Tuesday, 4th of Mar. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Mar. 11th 2025 Tuesday, 11th of Mar. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Mar. 15th 2025 Saturday, 15th of Mar. 2025 P&O Iona 08:00 am 12:00 am
Mar. 16th 2025 Sunday, 16th of Mar. 2025 P&O Iona 12:00 am 07:00 pm
Mar. 17th 2025 Monday, 17th of Mar. 2025 AIDAnova 08:00 am 06:00 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Mar. 18th 2025 Tuesday, 18th of Mar. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Mar. 25th 2025 Tuesday, 25th of Mar. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Mar. 31st 2025 Monday, 31st of Mar. 2025 AIDAnova 08:00 am 06:00 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Apr. 1st 2025 Tuesday, 1st of Apr. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Apr. 8th 2025 Tuesday, 8th of Apr. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Apr. 14th 2025 Monday, 14th of Apr. 2025 AIDAnova 08:00 am 06:00 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Apr. 15th 2025 Tuesday, 15th of Apr. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Apr. 16th 2025 Wednesday, 16th of Apr. 2025 Regal Princess 08:00 am 09:00 pm
Apr. 20th 2025 Sunday, 20th of Apr. 2025 MS Nieuw Statendam 07:00 am 03:00 pm
Apr. 22nd 2025 Tuesday, 22nd of Apr. 2025 MSC Preziosa 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Apr. 26th 2025 Saturday, 26th of Apr. 2025 MS Rotterdam 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Apr. 27th 2025 Sunday, 27th of Apr. 2025 MSC Poesia 12:00 pm 08:00 pm
May 1st 2025 Thursday, 1st of May 2025 AIDAperla 08:00 am 12:00 am DetailsPartnerlink
May 2nd 2025 Friday, 2nd of May 2025 AIDAperla 12:00 am 06:00 am DetailsPartnerlink
May 2nd 2025 Friday, 2nd of May 2025 Mein Schiff 3 09:30 am 07:30 pm
May 3rd 2025 Saturday, 3rd of May 2025 MS Rotterdam 07:00 am 03:00 pm
May 4th 2025 Sunday, 4th of May 2025 MS Nieuw Statendam 07:00 am 04:00 pm
May 6th 2025 Tuesday, 6th of May 2025 MSC Virtuosa 10:30 am 11:59 pm
May 7th 2025 Wednesday, 7th of May 2025 MSC Virtuosa 12:01 am 02:00 pm

Alle zeigen

Galery: Rotterdam

Photos by cruise fans for cruise fans!
Share your best pictures with the community and discover authentic images from travellers who have already been there.

- There are no photos available for Rotterdam yet.

Join in, show your holiday photos from Rotterdam

Share your holiday photos with the community and inspire others to their next adventure!

There are a few basic rules to follow

.
  1. Your picture should have been taken by yourself (the author) and fit into the current category.
  2. The picture should not show persons who do not agree to be published. An exception is made for people who only appear as an accessory in the picture. You can find an example of this exception [heere].
  3. Your image should not show any protected buildings, artwork, or other protected objects, unless the architecture is freely visible from a public street or square and the photo was taken from such a publicly accessible location. The same applies to artworks in public spaces that are permanently installed (panorama freedom).
  4. Naturally, you should ensure that your images are not discriminatory, offensive, or otherwise inappropriate.

Image Upload

Take/select photo   or drag & drop here

Non-public information¹:

By uploading images to the website portguide.org, the user declares that he is the author of the works and that they are free of third-party rights. The author hereby grants DEVEY DIGITAL Inh. Oliver Devey the non-exclusive right to use the images on its websites. However, the user remains the sole owner of the images and has the right to revoke the granted usage right at any time. There is no entitlement to the publication of the images. The operator reserves the right not to publish the images if they violate applicable law or its guidelines. The operator assumes no liability for any claims by third parties regarding the use of the images.

¹If users provide images by uploading them on their own initiative, the name and address of the author will be stored in addition to the actual image file in reduced resolution (1280x720px) for the duration of the usage agreement. This personal data will not be published and will not be used for advertising purposes or shared with third parties under any circumstances. The information is required to be able to legitimize the author of a work, for example, in the event of subsequent modification requests.

Gender note: For the sake of readability, the male form has been chosen in the text, although the information refers to members of both genders.


Rotterdam Livestream

Experience Rotterdam live and in real-time with our selection of livestream webcams. Please note that the respective streamers are responsible for the content of the video streams.

Maritime AIS Data Rotterdam

Other ports within 300km of Rotterdam

footer cruise ship