Esse Travel Guide
Rotterdam
Popular places to visit
Erasmus Bridge
This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
SS Rotterdam
You can browse the exhibits at SS Rotterdam, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
See the largest collection of authentic windmills in the Netherlands as you cycle or hike through this picturesque World Heritage site.
Markthal Rotterdam
During your visit to Rotterdam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Maritime Museum
As one of the largest and oldest port cities in Europe, it’s fitting that Rotterdam boasts one of the continent’s most impressive nautical museums.
Things to do
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
The Hague: Muzee Scheveningen History Museum Entry Ticket
Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket
Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide
Top hotels in Esse
The Usual Rotterdam
Good area
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Art Hotel Rotterdam
Boutique hôtel with a nice view and close to the train station. Grand lobby with a great bar and restaurant. Toilets are micro and mattress/pillow quality needs improvement
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
citizenM Rotterdam
Great location! Close to transit and waterfront, the Markthal and tons of shopping. Comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
Lovely hotel in a great spot in Rotterdam short walk from central station the shopping and museums, plus the witte de wittstrasse. Also has a metro station outside! Great service and really comfy room
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Riva Hotel The Hague
Hotel was very clean, modern and staff were very friendly. There is a very fancy restaurant on site as well but we did not eat there. Surrounding area seemed industrial but was a quick trip to the center of Delft for restaurants and shopping.
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Haven Hotel Rotterdam, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great, upgraded for a few quid more
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Esse
Prins Alexander
Unique features of Prins Alexander include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Woonmall Alexandrium or Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout while you're exploring the area.
Kralingen-Crooswijk
Kralingen-Crooswijk is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kralingse Bos Park and Rhine.
Hillegersberg-Schiebroek
Restaurants and theme parks are just a few things travellers like about Hillegersberg-Schiebroek. A stop by Plaswijckpark is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Ijsselmonde
Ijsselmonde is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Feijenoord Stadium and Rhine.
Stadsdriehoek
If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.
Feijenoord
Waterfront views, bars and seaside views are some highlights of Feijenoord. Make a stop by Luxor Theater or De Rotterdam while you're exploring.
