The 20 best museums in Rotterdam

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Rotterdam is not only known for its modern architecture and impressive skyline, but also as a cultural hotspot with a wide variety of museums. Whether you're into art, history, photography, maritime adventures, or contemporary design — there's always a museum in Rotterdam that will capture your interest.

From the world-famous Kunsthal and the newly renovated Boijmans Van Beuningen to the Maritime Museum and hidden gems like the Dutch Photo Museum, Rotterdam’s museums offer something for everyone. They're perfect for a rainy day, a cultural outing, or simply if you want to explore more of the city's rich history and creative spirit.

We've listed the 20 best museums in Rotterdam based on visitor reviews, popularity, and unique exhibitions. Find out which one suits your interests — and maybe even offers free admission with a Museumkaart or Rotterdam Pass.

Looking for the best Museums in Rotterdam? Based on reviews, popularity and up-to-date data, we show you the top-rated locations in Rotterdam. Discover the places others love — and maybe you will too.

Dutch Pinball Museum

4,8 ★★★★☆ (1625)

Voorhaven 12, 3024 RM Rotterdam

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Museum of chess pieces

4,7 ★★★★☆ (108)

Overblaak 94, 3011 MP Rotterdam

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Stichting Museum Overschie

4,6 ★★★★☆ (129)

Overschiese Dorpsstraat 136, 3043 CV Rotterdam

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Sonneveld House

4,6 ★★★★☆ (730)

Jongkindstraat 12, 3015 CG Rotterdam

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Maritime museum - Harbor

4,6 ★★★★☆ (51)

Kraneschipbrug 3011, 3011 TK Rotterdam

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Telecom Museum

4,6 ★★★★☆ (108)

Vlaggemanstraat 15, 3038 LA Rotterdam

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Garage Rotterdam

4,5 ★★★★☆ (70)

Goudsewagenstraat 27, 3011 RH Rotterdam

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Kijk-Kubus Museum-house

4,4 ★★★★☆ (19602)

Overblaak 70, 3011 MH Rotterdam

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Art Depot Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen

4,4 ★★★★☆ (4436)

Museumpark 24, 3015 CX Rotterdam

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Marines Museum

4,4 ★★★★☆ (812)

Wijnhaven 7-13, 3011 WH Rotterdam

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Kunsthal Rotterdam

4,4 ★★★★☆ (7398)

Museumpark, Westzeedijk 341, 3015 AA Rotterdam

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Museum Rotterdam

4,4 ★★★★☆ (838)

Coolhaven 375, 3015 GC Rotterdam

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Natural History Museum Rotterdam

4,3 ★★★★☆ (1616)

Westzeedijk 345, 3015 AA Rotterdam

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Wereldmuseum Rotterdam

4,3 ★★★★☆ (1763)

Willemskade 25, 3016 DE Rotterdam

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Dutch photography museum

4,2 ★★★★☆ (2249)

Wilhelminakade 332, 3072 AR Rotterdam

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Tax & Customs Museum

4,1 ★★★★☆ (656)

Parklaan 14-16, 3016 BB Rotterdam

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Chabot Museum

4,1 ★★★★☆ (303)

Museumpark 11, 3015 CB Rotterdam

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Villa Zebra

4,0 ★★★★☆ (548)

Stieltjesstraat 21, 3071 JV Rotterdam

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Kunstinstituut Melly

4,0 ★★★★☆ (545)

Witte de Withstraat 50, 3012 BR Rotterdam

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Nieuwe Instituut

3,8 ★★★☆☆ (314)

Museumpark 25, 3015 EK Rotterdam

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