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Diergaarde Blijdorp

Diergaarde Blijdorp is one of the oldest zoos in the Netherlands, home to the Oceanium and about 35 to 40 minutes by car from the ferry port at Europoort.

The crossing

  • Departure 20:30
  • Arrival around 08:45
  • Check-in closes 90 minutes before departure

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About Diergaarde Blijdorp

Diergaarde Blijdorp is one of the oldest and most famous zoos in the Netherlands, featuring impressive areas such as the Oceanium, where you can walk through a tunnel surrounded by sharks and sea turtles. You’ll also find elephants, giraffes, monkeys, and many exotic birds. The park is beautifully landscaped and enjoyable for both children and adults.

From Europoort Rotterdam, it takes about 35 to 40 minutes by car to reach Diergaarde Blijdorp. It’s a perfect place to relax after arriving by ferry and a fun way to get to know the city of Rotterdam.

Getting to Diergaarde Blijdorp from the port

  • 35 minutes with car from the port of Rotterdam
  • Tickets from € 27.50
  • Blijdorplaan 8, 3041 JG Rotterdam, The Netherlands

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