Rotterdam: Euromast Lookout Tower Ticket
Hightlight
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English-Speaking
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Group-Friendly
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Local guide
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Reservations
History
The Euromast was constructed between 1958 and 1960 by architect Hugh Maaskant and contractor J.P. van Eesteren, specifically for the Floriade horticultural exhibition in Rotterdam. Originally standing at 100 meters (with a 15-meter flagpole), it symbolized the city’s postwar reconstruction and its role as Europe’s key port, earning its name from “Euro” for the European market and “mast” for maritime heritage.
In 1970, an 85-meter Space Tower extension pushed it to 185 meters, reclaiming its status as the Netherlands’ tallest structure until 2021. Now a protected monument since 2010 and part of the Magnicity group, it has drawn millions, evolving with renovations like the 2023 Euroscoop refresh and the 2025 launch of “The Rise of Rotterdam” immersive exhibit to celebrate its 65th anniversary.
Highlights
- Soar to 185 meters in the Netherlands’ highest observation tower
- Gaze at 360-degree panoramas of Rotterdam’s harbor, skyline, and distant landmarks like The Hague
- Immerse in “The Rise of Rotterdam,” a new ground-floor exhibit on the city’s transformation
- Thrill in the Euroscoop: a rotating glass-floor elevator with lights, music, and storytelling
- Use the Magnicity app for augmented facts, 3D views, and photo enhancements
- Dine at 100 meters in the panoramic brasserie or grab coffee downstairs
Full Description
Perched on Rotterdam’s waterfront, the Euromast towers 185 meters as the city’s unmissable icon, offering sweeping 360-degree vistas from its observation deck. Start on the ground floor with “The Rise of Rotterdam,” a 2025 immersive exhibit launched for the tower’s 65th anniversary. In two sensory rooms, projections and soundscapes transport you from medieval mudflats and flood-prone deltas to the vibrant metropolis today—highlighting dike-building feats, multicultural waves, and architectural bold strokes like the Erasmus Bridge.
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Ascend via high-speed elevator to the 100-meter Crow’s Nest deck, where floor-to-ceiling glass reveals the world’s busiest port, glittering skyscrapers, and on clear days, spots up to 30 km away including Delft and Gouda. Download the Magnicity app for narrated insights and AR overlays that label landmarks in real-time. For extra vertigo, add the Euroscoop: a seven-minute external ride in a rotating glass pod, complete with DJ Oliver Heldens’ beats, poetic voiceovers on Rotterdam’s “colourful” spirit, and a transparent floor revealing the drop below.
End with a meal in the 100-meter brasserie—brunch buffets or high tea with skyline views—or quick bites at the coffee corner. Open late, it’s magical at dusk when city lights ignite, blending history, tech, and thrill into one elevated adventure.
Why Choose This Attraction?
Euromast isn’t just a viewpoint—it’s a narrative ascent through Rotterdam’s resilient soul, from watery origins to futuristic harbor hub. The new “Rise” exhibit adds emotional depth, while the Euroscoop delivers that stomach-flipping wow-factor absent in static towers. At prime portside location, it’s effortlessly combinable with SS Rotterdam cruises or Maritime Museum walks.
Value-packed with app tech and dining, it’s inclusive (kids 3 and under free) and weather-resilient—rainy days shine indoors. Whether chasing sunsets or stories, it captures Rotterdam’s gritty glamour like nowhere else.
What’s Included
- Entry to Euromast observation deck at 100 meters
- Access to “The Rise of Rotterdam” immersive ground-floor exhibit
- Magnicity web-app for stories, AR facts, and photo tools
- Euroscoop rotating glass-floor ride (if combo ticket selected)
- Wheelchair access to deck and ground areas
- Free Wi-Fi and digital photo sharing
- On-site coffee corner and brasserie (meals extra)
- Optional audio guide (English/Dutch) via app
Pricing
From $15 per person
Meeting Point
Euromast, Parkhaven 20, 3016 GM Rotterdam, Netherlands. Enter via the main waterfront lobby.
How to Get There
- By Tram: Line 8 from Centraal Station to Leuvehaven (5-min walk)
- By Metro: Line D/E to Wilhelminaplein, then 10-min walk along Maas
- By Bus: Line 38 or 44 to Euromast stop (1-min walk)
- By Bike: 15 min from center; secure racks on-site
- By Car: A4/A15 to Parkhaven exit; paid parking nearby (€4/hr)
Good to Know
What to Bring
- Smartphone (for Magnicity app and photos)
- Comfortable shoes (deck walking, optional stairs)
- Light jacket (breezy at height)
- Card for payments (cashless venue)
Know Before You Go
- Open daily 9:30 AM–10 PM (last entry 9 PM; hours flexible for holidays)
- Euroscoop may pause in high winds or tech issues (refunds issued)
- Observation deck wheelchair-accessible; Euroscoop is not
- No pets (service dogs OK); kids 3+ pay full
- Reserve brasserie tables online for peak times
Reviews
- Short but worth it. Windy day, but views still epic. Café card-only, no hassle.
- Loved the interactive “Rise” story downstairs—views from top were incredible. Great value.
- Totally worth the £11. Would recommend 100% for the panorama and Euroscoop thrill.
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FAQ's
What is "The Rise of Rotterdam" exhibit, and is it included?
Launched July 4, 2025, for Euromast's 65th anniversary, this ground-floor immersive experience kicks off your visit with two thematic rooms under the "Colourful Rotterdam" banner. Sensory projections, lights, and sounds narrate the city's evolution—from flood-vulnerable marshes to a diverse global port—focusing on architecture, migration, and bold innovation. Interactive elements let you "step into" key moments, like the 1960 Floriade build. Fully included in all tickets, it lasts 10–15 minutes and sets a storytelling tone for the views above, available in English via the app.
How does the Euroscoop ride work, and is it scary?
The Euroscoop is a seven-minute external thrill: a rotating glass gondola climbs from 100 to 185 meters on the tower's outer rail, with a transparent floor revealing the 85-meter drop. Ambient lights, Oliver Heldens' music, and poetic narration on Rotterdam's "journey from me to we" enhance the ascent. It seats 12–15, rotates for full 360 views, and pauses at the top for photos. Not wheelchair-accessible, but safe with harnesses—no heights phobia? It's exhilarating, not terrifying; many call it "life-affirming." Add-on €5–7; weather-dependent (refunds if canceled).
What can I see from the observation deck on a clear day?
From the 100-meter Crow's Nest, a full 360 panorama unfolds: Rotterdam's Erasmus Bridge arches like a swan, container ships dot the world's busiest port, and the Cube Houses' yellow tilt in the distance. Clear visibility stretches 30 km to spot The Hague's skyline, Delft's spires, or Gouda's towers—up to 18 miles per the app. At night, stars and city glows sparkle; the Magnicity tool labels 50+ landmarks with 3D AR. Telescopes and benches invite lingering; windy days add harbor drama.
Are there dining options, and do I need reservations?
Yes—elevate your visit literally. The 100-meter Brasserie Euromast serves brunch (€25), lunches (salmon tartare €18), high tea (€32), or dinners (steak frites €28) with rotating views—book online for guaranteed tables, especially weekends. Downstairs, the Coffee Corner offers Rotterdam-roasted brews (€4), paninis (€8), or pastries in a casual vibe. All card-only; vegan/gluten-free available. Pair with sunset high wine (€22) for magic hour over the Maas.
Is Euromast family-friendly, and what's the visit duration?
Absolutely—kids 3 and under free, with the app's fun facts and Euroscoop's "wow" keeping little ones hooked. Families love the immersive "Rise" for storytelling and deck for spotting ships like a game. Plan 45–60 minutes total (15 min exhibit, 20 min deck, 7 min Euroscoop), but linger for meals. Strollers access ground/deck via elevators; no height minimums, though Euroscoop suits ages 5+. Avoid peak weekends; mornings are calmest for photos.
