Zuidyard · Rotterdam-Zuid

SIGHTS IN ROTTERDAM-ZUID

The sights of Rotterdam-Zuid are at Zuidyard on the Maashaven: the 57-metre Beelen Eye Ferris wheel, the 70-metre Noah’s Ark and views of the Erasmus Bridge, the Euromast and the harbour. From November 2026 you can also take a boat into the city with ZUIDYARD Cruise.

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Rotterdam-Zuid lies across the river Maas from the city centre. Zuidyard is on the Maashaven, by Maashaven metro station. These are the sights on the site and what you can see from it.

Landmark · 57 metres

The Beelen Eye Ferris wheel

At 57 metres, the Beelen Eye is the tallest Ferris wheel in Rotterdam. It stands on the Maashaven, visible from the quays and the metro bridge. From the enclosed panoramic cabins you get a 360° view over Rotterdam, the river Maas and the harbour.

A ticket costs €10 per person, online or at PIER40. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 11:00 to 18:00 and on Sunday from 13:00 to 18:00. The wheel is accessible for people with disabilities.

More about the Beelen Eye →Ferris wheel Rotterdam on beeleneye.nl →

The Beelen Eye Ferris wheel at Zuidyard against a blue sky

What you see

The Erasmus Bridge, the Euromast and the harbour

Zuidyard is a good place to see Rotterdam’s best-known sights in one go. From the Beelen Eye you look towards the Erasmus Bridge, the Euromast across the river Maas and the towers of the city centre, and right below you at the Maashaven with its harbour cranes, quays and the metro bridge.

From November 2026 you can also see the city from the water. ZUIDYARD Cruise then sails from Zuidyard, Doklaan 40, on a boat tour of about 75 minutes past the city, the harbour and the skyline. Tickets are on presale at zuidyardcruise.nl.

Boat tour Rotterdam on zuidyardcruise.nl →More about ZUIDYARD Cruise →

The Beelen Eye with the Rotterdam skyline and the river Maas

Museum · 70-metre ship

Noah’s Ark in Rotterdam

Moored at the Zuidyard quay is Noah’s Ark: a wooden ship 70 metres long and 13 metres high, with four decks and more than 2,000 m² of experience. Inside you walk through the story of Noah and the animals; children set off on a treasure hunt.

A ticket costs €2 per person and afterwards works as a €2 voucher at PIER40. Allow about an hour and a half. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 11:00 to 18:00 and on Sunday from 13:00 to 18:00. The Ark is not wheelchair accessible.

More about Noah’s Ark →arkmuseum.eu →

From 2027

R’DAM LOOKOUT and Miniworld

In March 2027 R’DAM LOOKOUT opens: a swing on the eighth floor of Zuidyard with views over Rotterdam and the harbour, for thrill-seekers. A ticket costs €10 per person; safety conditions apply to the swings.

Miniworld Rotterdam, the miniature world, moves to Zuidyard in 2027. Until then you visit Miniworld at Weena 745 in Rotterdam.

More about R’DAM LOOKOUT →rdamlookout.nl →Miniworld →

Impression of R’DAM LOOKOUT on the Maashaven

Combine with

Food at PIER40, play and climbing

After the sights, eat at PIER40, the restaurant on the river Maas opposite the Ark: open Tuesday to Saturday from 11:00 to 20:00 and on Sunday from 13:00 to 20:00. With children, Spelen bij Beelen (ages 0 to 12, €10) and the Gigi’s Klim World indoor climbing park (from 130 cm, €25) are on the same site.

PIER40 →Playground Rotterdam →Climbing park Rotterdam →

Zuidyard · SIGHTS

Good to know

Address: Zuidyard, Doklaan 40, 3081 AD Rotterdam, on the Maashaven in Rotterdam-Zuid
Beelen Eye: 57 m; €10 per person; Tue–Sat 11:00–18:00, Sun 13:00–18:00
Noah’s Ark: 70 m; €2 per person; Tue–Sat 11:00–18:00, Sun 13:00–18:00
ZUIDYARD Cruise: Sailing from November 2026, about 75 minutes
R’DAM LOOKOUT: Opens in March 2027, €10 per person
Getting there: By bike, car, metro (Maashaven station) or water taxi. Parking €4 per hour or €22 per day

View over the Maashaven and the Beelen Eye at Zuidyard

Zuidyard · Rotterdam

Directions & parking

Zuidyard is on the Maashaven in Rotterdam-Zuid. Arrive by land or by water.

Doklaan 403081 AD Rotterdam

Directions in Google Maps

Car: Plenty of parking on site.
Metro: Maashaven station
Water taxi: The Zuidyard stop is open.Stop information and booking

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Rotterdam sights: frequently asked questions

What are the sights in Rotterdam-Zuid?

At Zuidyard on the Maashaven (Doklaan 40) in Rotterdam-Zuid you find the 57-metre Beelen Eye, the tallest Ferris wheel in Rotterdam, and Noah’s Ark, a 70-metre wooden ship with four decks. From the Beelen Eye you see the Erasmus Bridge, the Euromast and the harbour. From November 2026 ZUIDYARD Cruise sails from here, and in March 2027 R’DAM LOOKOUT opens.

Is there a Ferris wheel in Rotterdam?

Yes. The Beelen Eye is a 57-metre Ferris wheel at Zuidyard on the Maashaven, Doklaan 40 in Rotterdam-Zuid, and the tallest Ferris wheel in Rotterdam. A ticket costs €10 per person. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 11:00 to 18:00 and on Sunday from 13:00 to 18:00.

Where do you get a view over Rotterdam?

From the Beelen Eye at Zuidyard on the Maashaven in Rotterdam-Zuid you look out over the whole city from 57 metres up: the Erasmus Bridge, the Euromast, the towers of the city centre and the harbour. From March 2027 you can also swing with a view at R’DAM LOOKOUT on the eighth floor.

Can you visit Noah’s Ark in Rotterdam?

Yes. Noah’s Ark is moored at Zuidyard on the Maashaven, Doklaan 40 in Rotterdam-Zuid. It is a 70-metre wooden ship with four decks, open Tuesday to Saturday from 11:00 to 18:00 and on Sunday from 13:00 to 18:00. A ticket costs €2 per person.

Which new attraction opens in Rotterdam in 2027?

In March 2027 R’DAM LOOKOUT opens at Zuidyard on the Maashaven in Rotterdam-Zuid: a swing on the eighth floor with views over Rotterdam and the harbour. A ticket costs €10 per person. In 2027 Miniworld Rotterdam also moves to Zuidyard.

How do you get to Zuidyard in Rotterdam-Zuid?

Zuidyard is on the Maashaven, Doklaan 40, 3081 AD Rotterdam. Get there by metro (Maashaven station), bike, car or water taxi. Parking on our own grounds costs €4 per hour or €22 per day, the first 15 minutes free.