Activities in the Rotterdam area
Get out and about
Sporty during your stay
Hotel Ridderkerk is a perfect base for beautiful walking and cycling routes. Cycle to the bustling city center of Rotterdam on a rented bicycle or e-bike. But there are also beautiful natural areas around the hotel where you can take lovely walks. Our reception will gladly help you with these routes. Are you a golf enthusiast? Near Van der Valk Hotel Ridderkerk there are also a number of unique golf clubs.
Must-see in Rotterdam
Discover the surroundings
In the surroundings of Hotel Ridderkerk there are many sights to admire. For example, National Park De Biesbosch is just a stone's throw away from the hotel! Also, Kinderdijk (one of the World Heritage List monuments) is easily accessible from the hotel. And curious about the real sights of Rotterdam? We have listed these for you as well!
Day Out
Fun activities in Rotterdam
Combine your stay at Hotel Ridderkerk with a visit to metropolis Rotterdam. The modern architectures and the port of Rotterdam are characteristic of this beautiful city. For example, visit one of the beautiful museums Rotterdam has to offer; the Booijmans or Remastered. Shopping in Rotterdam is the walhalla for the fashion lovers among us. Or go for the most unique experience to discover Rotterdam: with Splashtours.
Winter activities
What to do in December?
Are you looking for inspiration for the cold December month? In winter, the surroundings of Hotel Ridderkerk offer plenty of fun outings, both indoors and outdoors. There is something for everyone! Whether you opt for a cosy winter walk or prefer to warm up with a cultural trip to Rotterdam. After a day full of activities, you can relax in our hotel.
Concerts, competitions and more
Event locations Rotterdam
Just a 10-minute drive from Van der Valk Hotel Ridderkerk is Rotterdam Ahoy. Major events, fairs and performances take place here throughout the year. And of course much more! Vrienden van Amstel live is one of the biggest recurring concerts that take place here. But also De Kuip, home of soccer club Feyenoord, is the most popular sports complex in the Netherlands and an iconic event location near Hotel Ridderkerk.
Enjoy with the kids
Activities for the whole family
Around Van der Valk Hotel Ridderkerk there are several activities for young and old. Go out and about with the kids in the vicinity of Hotel Ridderkerk! Visit for example several children's farms, Plaswijckpark or Adventure City Rotterdam.
From the water
Spido Rotterdam & Waterbus
The water rich environment makes it possible for the Rotterdam region and the Drechtsteden to transport visitors by water, through the water bus. The water bus is a fun way to go to a destination for a fun day out. Did you know that through us you can get a discount code for 10% discount? Or board Rotterdam's most iconic canal boat, Spido. Enjoy the view of the majestic skyline!
Rest is also important
Relaxation activities
A short distance from our hotel is Wellness Center Thermen Binnenmaas. The wonderful sauna complex of Thermen Binnenmaas consists of 11 saunas and 2 steam baths, with temperatures varying between 60 and 90 degrees! Did you know that we even offer a "Thermen Binnenmaas" wellness package that gives you access to this wellness center.