Rotterdam harbour tour from the Maashaven
A Rotterdam harbour tour from November 2026 starts at ZUIDYARD on the Maashaven, Doklaan 40. With ZUIDYARD Cruise you sail for about 75 minutes along the river Maas, the harbour and the skyline.
A Rotterdam harbour tour from Rotterdam-Zuid
ZUIDYARD is right on the water, on the Maashaven in Rotterdam-Zuid. That is where you board the ZUIDYARD Cruise boat tour, sailing from November 2026.
Along the way you see Rotterdam’s harbour, the river Maas, the bridges and the skyline. The cruise takes about 75 minutes.
Boarding on the Maashaven
The boarding point is ZUIDYARD, Doklaan 40, 3081 AD Rotterdam. You can get there by bike, by metro (Maashaven station), by car or by water taxi.
A second boarding point on the north side and the hop-on/hop-off options will be published once the sailing schedule is final.
Groups and boat hire
For company outings, meetings, presentations and parties you can hire an entire boat. ZUIDYARD Cruise has two boats for up to 30 people and two for up to 249 people.
Combine your harbour tour
After the harbour tour, it is easy to stay on at ZUIDYARD. Each experience has its own ticket.
Beelen Eye
Ferris wheel with views over Rotterdam: after the cruise, see the city from above.
At ZUIDYARDPIER40
Restaurant and terrace on the Maashaven, for lunch, drinks or dinner before or after your cruise.
At ZUIDYARDNoah’s Ark
Museum and experience aboard Noah’s Ark.
At ZUIDYARDSpelen bij Beelen
Play park for families with children aged 0 to 12.
ZUIDYARDThings to do in Rotterdam
Everything you can do at ZUIDYARD on the Maashaven, in one place.
Good to know
- Start: ZUIDYARD Cruise sails from November 2026.
- Duration: a boat tour takes about 75 minutes.
- Departure: ZUIDYARD on the Maashaven, Doklaan 40, 3081 AD Rotterdam (Rotterdam-Zuid).
- Tickets and prices: in the ticket shop at tickets.zuidyardcruise.nl. Departure times can vary from day to day. Tickets cannot be cancelled or changed.
- Suitable for all ages. Bringing your own food and drink is not permitted.
- Getting there: by bike, by public transport (Maashaven metro station), by car or by water taxi (Zuidyard stop).
- Parking on our own grounds: €4 per hour or €22 for a day ticket, with the first 15 minutes free.
Frequently asked questions
Where does a Rotterdam harbour tour start?
The ZUIDYARD Cruise harbour tour starts at ZUIDYARD on the Maashaven, Doklaan 40, 3081 AD Rotterdam (Rotterdam-Zuid). ZUIDYARD Cruise sails from November 2026.
How long is a harbour tour in Rotterdam?
A ZUIDYARD Cruise tour along the river Maas, the harbour and the Rotterdam skyline takes about 75 minutes.
What do you see on the harbour tour?
With ZUIDYARD Cruise you see Rotterdam from the water: the harbour, the river Maas, the bridges and the skyline. You depart from ZUIDYARD on the Maashaven.
How do I book a Rotterdam harbour tour?
Tickets for ZUIDYARD Cruise are sold in the ticket shop at tickets.zuidyardcruise.nl. You choose a date and see the available departure times, which can vary from day to day.
Can I do a harbour tour with a group?
Yes. ZUIDYARD Cruise has boats for up to 30 and up to 249 people. Groups and events can hire an entire boat via info@varenbijbeelen.nl.
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