Family day out in Rotterdam: a whole day of play at ZUIDYARD
Planning a family day out in Rotterdam? At Spelen bij Beelen at ZUIDYARD in Rotterdam-Zuid, children aged 0 to 12 play indoors and outdoors, with no time slots, for €10 per person. On the same site you can climb at Gigi's Klim World, go up in the Beelen Eye and step aboard Noah’s Ark.
A family day out: why Spelen bij Beelen?
At Spelen bij Beelen you buy a ticket for a day, not for a time slot. Within the opening hours you arrive when it suits you and stay as long as the children want.
Children go exploring on their own terms: climbing in the outdoor playground, digging in the big sandpit, roller skating, bouncing on the trampolines or driving around Verkeersstad Harvey. There is no loud music and there are no electric rides, so it stays a calm place to play.
How to plan a day out at ZUIDYARD
A few tips for a good day:
- Buy your tickets online in advance or on the day at the box office. There are no time slots.
- Rain shower? The big sandpit, the roller rink and Verkeersstad Harvey are covered.
- You buy food and drinks on site: sandwiches, vegetables, snacks and treats. On your first visit everyone gets a cup to refill for free at the water points.
- Children from 130 cm can climb at Gigi's Klim World. That ticket includes entry to Spelen bij Beelen.
- Round off with a ride in the Beelen Eye or a visit to Noah’s Ark (separate ticket).
Combine your family day out in Rotterdam
Spelen bij Beelen is in the middle of ZUIDYARD, Rotterdam’s Waterfront Experience on the Maashaven. You buy a separate ticket for the other attractions.
Gigi's Klim World
Indoor climbing park next to Spelen bij Beelen. €25 per person, including entry to Spelen bij Beelen.
Ferris wheelBeelen Eye
Rotterdam from above in the 57-metre Ferris wheel. Tickets from €10.
ExperienceNoah’s Ark
Museum and experience aboard Noah’s Ark. €2 per person, and your ticket is also a €2 voucher at PIER40.
Waterfront diningPIER40
Restaurant and terrace on the Maashaven for lunch, drinks or dinner.
All in one placeThings to do in Rotterdam
Every experience at ZUIDYARD for your day in Rotterdam.
Getting here
Spelen bij Beelen is at Doklaan 40, 3081 AD Rotterdam. By car you park on ZUIDYARD's own grounds. By public transport, take the metro to Maashaven station and walk to the entrance in about 15 minutes. The bike park is directly to the left of the entrance, with room for cargo bikes, and ZUIDYARD can also be reached by water taxi.
Spelen bij Beelen and Gigi's Klim World are on the first floor, above the car park. At the shared entrance you take the escalator or the stairs up.
Good to know
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday 11:00 – 18:00, Sunday 13:00 – 18:00, closed on Monday. During the school holidays we are open seven days a week.
- Tickets: €10 per person, babies aged 0 to 1 free. You can change the date of your ticket; cancelling is not possible.
- Parking: €4 per hour or €22 per day, first 15 minutes free.
- Children play accompanied by an adult. Dogs are not allowed; assistance dogs are welcome.
- Almost the whole park is accessible by wheelchair or pushchair. The Beelen Eye and Noah’s Ark are not wheelchair accessible.
- As a rule you do not bring your own food and drinks, unless you have a food allergy, a special diet or another good reason. Baby food is fine.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good family day out in Rotterdam?
Spelen bij Beelen at ZUIDYARD, Doklaan 40 in Rotterdam-Zuid. Children aged 0 to 12 play indoors and outdoors for €10 per person, with no time slots. The same site has Gigi's Klim World, the Beelen Eye, Noah’s Ark and PIER40 too, so it is easy to make a whole day of it.
How long can you stay at Spelen bij Beelen?
As long as you like within the opening hours. Spelen bij Beelen in Rotterdam-Zuid has no time slots: you buy a ticket for a day, not for a time.
When is Spelen bij Beelen open?
Spelen bij Beelen is open Tuesday to Saturday from 11:00 to 18:00 and on Sunday from 13:00 to 18:00. The park is closed on Monday, except during the school holidays, when it is open seven days a week.
Can you eat at Spelen bij Beelen?
Yes. On site at Spelen bij Beelen you can buy sandwiches, vegetables, snacks and treats for children and adults, and refill water for free. For lunch or dinner by the water there is also restaurant PIER40 at ZUIDYARD.
Is a day at Spelen bij Beelen good for toddlers?
Yes. Next to Verkeersstad Harvey there is a small traffic park for children aged 0 to 4, and the big sandpit is covered. Babies aged 0 to 1 go free, and there are baby facilities by the roller rink.
How do I get to Spelen bij Beelen by public transport?
Take the metro to Maashaven station. From there it is about a 15-minute walk to the ZUIDYARD entrance at Doklaan 40 in Rotterdam-Zuid. ZUIDYARD can also be reached by water taxi (Zuidyard stop).
Are the other ZUIDYARD attractions included with Spelen bij Beelen?
No. You buy a separate ticket for the Beelen Eye, Gigi's Klim World and Noah’s Ark. It does work the other way round: a €25 Gigi's Klim World ticket includes entry to Spelen bij Beelen.
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