Things to do in Witte Huis
The Witte Huis or White House was the tallest building in Rotterdam and Europe's first skyscraper when it was built in 1898. It is one of the few buildings in the city to survive the German bombardments of 14 May 1940, and is a Rijksmonument that is also included on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
Standing at 43 meters high, the 10-story building was designed by architect Willem Molenbroek in the Art Nouveau style with white bricks featuring mosaics and statues. This 'modern' construction for its time, was fitted with an observation deck on top of the building's flat roof.
Since 2013, the Witte Huis has been welcoming visitors to its rooftop to enjoy the panoramic views of Rotterdam's Old Harbor or sip on drink at the Grand Café Het Witte Huis located on the ground floor.
Our recommendations in Witte Huis
Private Highlight Tour of Rotterdam With Water Taxi Ride
Book a private walking tour of Rotterdam. Discover the city's modern architecture, ride in a splashing water cab and admire the skyline from Witte Huis.
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Rotterdam highlights tour by bike
Book this Highlights of Rotterdam bike tour to explore all the hotspots of the city with a local guide.
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Highlights of Rotterdam private bicycle tour
Discover Rotterdam in your own private group! See all the sights that Rotterdam has to offer including the hidden places of the city.
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Historical walk of Rotterdam with a local
Enjoy this experience with a private local, discover everyday life of a local and learn where the city gets its characteristic ambience from.
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Private Highlight Tour of Rotterdam With Water Taxi Ride
Book a private walking tour of Rotterdam. Discover the city's modern architecture, ride in a splashing water cab and admire the skyline from Witte Huis.
en, de, nl
Rotterdam highlights tour by bike
Book this Highlights of Rotterdam bike tour to explore all the hotspots of the city with a local guide.
en, nl
Highlights of Rotterdam private bicycle tour
Discover Rotterdam in your own private group! See all the sights that Rotterdam has to offer including the hidden places of the city.
en, nl
Historical walk of Rotterdam with a local
Enjoy this experience with a private local, discover everyday life of a local and learn where the city gets its characteristic ambience from.
en, nl
Private Rotterdam walking tour from past to present with the Depot
Book a private 2.5-hour tour of Rotterdam to see the Depot, local Street Art, Market Hall and visit the lookout roof of Het Witte Huis.
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How to get there
Witte Huis
Rotterdam
Netherlands
Reviews Witte Huis
“Belle visite avec un guide agréable et qui donne l'essentiel des informations sans être trop long.”
