Tuesday and Thursday: second ticket for free!
Step back in time to the Rotterdam of yesteryear. To the era of imposing ocean liners, the bustle of the shipyards, and the stories of the old port districts. At the Maritime Museum Rotterdam, the port city's past comes to life once again. And a visit is particularly attractive during the quieter moments of the week: on Tuesdays and Thursdays, visitors receive a second admission ticket for free.
For many Rotterdammers and lovers of the city, the port evokes memories. Of the large ships that sailed into the city during the reconstruction, of life around the quays, and of the neighborhoods where generations of dockworkers built their stories. In the Maritime Museum, you walk along that history. You will discover, among other things, ‘the punter’, the small boat with which the dam in the Rotte once began. You will also hear stories about old Katendrecht, a neighborhood full of character and history. In addition, the museum brings life on Heijplaat from the past to life and focuses on the famous shipyards of Feijenoord. You can experience all of this in the exhibition 'Destination Port City'. Step into a virtual metro and travel through the city and the ports. A memory lies around every corner.
In the 'Offshore Experience,' you imagine yourself on board an oil rig. Through games, you discover what working at sea entails. In the exhibition 'Launch!', you learn all about the history of shipbuilding in the Netherlands, and in 'Maritieme Women,' stories of women in shipping and the port come to life. They have always been there, and they still play an important role. There is also much to discover outside the museum building. Numerous historic ships are moored in the museum harbor, which visitors can view up close and sometimes even board. In this way, the history of the Port of Rotterdam is not only told but also truly experienced.
Moreover, a museum visit is perfectly suited for a quiet moment in between. In museum café Het Lage Licht, visitors can settle down for a good cup of coffee with cake or a tasty lunch. With a view of the harbor, it is a pleasant place to rest for a moment and reminisce. Especially outside of holidays and busy periods, the museum is an oasis of calm. An ideal moment to discover stories together, wander quietly among the many objects, and then chat in the café. That is why an attractive promotion applies on Tuesdays and Thursdays: visitors receive their second ticket for free. A great opportunity to (re)discover the museum together.
Second ticket for free
Outside of holidays and busy periods, you get your second ticket for free. A great opportunity to (re)discover the museum together. Buy your ticket online via the button below or simply at the ticket counter in the museum, where we will apply the discount.
Book your tickets now!The off-peak discount (second ticket free) is only valid on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Excluding school holidays (Central region) and public holidays (Ascension Day). This promotion runs up to and including July 16, 2026. The cheapest ticket is always the free ticket. Our visitor terms and conditions apply to this promotion.
Exhibitions about shipbuilding, the role of women in the maritime world, a visit to a real offshore oil rig, and a wealth of Rotterdam history. In the museum harbor, you can visit ships from the past, and in our workshops, you can see the crafts of yesteryear.
The museum is located in the center of Rotterdam, close to Beurs metro station (lines B, C, D, and E) and within walking distance of several tram stops. It is also easily accessible by bus. For those arriving by car, there are parking garages in the immediate vicinity, such as those of the Library or the Groothandelsgebouw. However, the P&R at Kralingse Zoom is even more convenient. From there, you can reach the neighborhood in no time by metro.
Start with a fresh cup of coffee? A delicious pastry to go with it? It's all possible. We are also happy to prepare a tasty lunch for you, or you can enjoy a nice drink with a small snack after your visit. It is all possible in our museum café 'Het Lage Licht'. Weather permitting, it is also lovely to relax on our spacious terrace.
Do you have a Rotterdampas, a Museum Card, or a Vriendenloterij VIP Pass? Then you can bring someone along for free. Arrange this at the ticket counter on the day of your visit. However, you can also book online.
The 'second ticket free' promotion is only valid on Tuesdays and Thursdays outside of school holidays. On other days, we also grant free admission to holders of a discount pass (Museumkaart, Rotterdampas, Vriendenloterij VIP card, etc.). The second ticket free is not valid on those days.
The Maritime Museum Rotterdam is for everyone, which is why we pay extra attention to accessibility and facilities for people with disabilities. The museum receives a score of 8.2 from the ANWB Museumcheck for accessibility and hospitality for visitors with reduced mobility.
