Smitshoek 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 Smitshoek
The Usual Rotterdam
Good area
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Art Hotel Rotterdam
Nice
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Carlton Beach
Lovely stay. Great view to the beach with easy access. Hotel is located toward the end of the beach which was quiet but yet near everything close by. Convenient with the parking garage right near the hotel.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
This hotel is perfectly located; it's walking distance to everything - dining, shopping, museums, plus the Metro and Tram stops are just outside the hotel. We booked a Tower Executive room and it was large, comfortable, clean, plenty of storage space, with an amazing view and ample bathroom; the ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
citizenM Rotterdam
Please do not leave anything in the room, the cleaning people wil take and you will not get back. Two times stay I forgot something in my room and the cleaning people did not return me.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Haven Hotel Rotterdam, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great, upgraded for a few quid more
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Smitshoek
Zuidplein
While visiting Zuidplein, you might make a stop by sights like Zuidplein Shopping Centre and Theater Zuidplein.
Charlois
Discover Charlois, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Charlois include Ahoy Rotterdam and Zuidplein Shopping Centre, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Rotterdam, Maashaven.
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.
Katendrecht
If you're spending some time in Katendrecht, SS Rotterdam and Fenix Food Factory are top sights worth seeing.
Kop van Zuid
Unique features of Kop van Zuid include the bars and river views. Make a stop by De Rotterdam or World Port Centre while you're exploring the area.
Scheepvaartkwartier
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Scheepvaartkwartier. You might want to make time for a stop at Euromast or Erasmus Bridge.
