01 · Location
You will find Spelen bij Beelen on ZUIDYARD
Doklaan 40
3081 AD Rotterdam
Your visit
Plan your day
at Spelen bij Beelen
Practical information for a relaxed day of play on ZUIDYARD.
Practical information
Everything for your visit
02 · Opening
Open Tuesday to Sunday
Tuesday to Saturday 11:00 – 18:00
Sunday 13:00 – 18:00
Closed on Monday
03 · Tickets
A ticket costs € 10
Tickets cost € 10 per person. Babies aged 0 to 1 go free.
More information04 · Duration
Take your time
No time slots, just a whole day of fun!
05 · Accessibility
Good to know before you go
Spelen bij Beelen and the rest of the ZUIDYARD site are easy to visit in a wheelchair. The Ark is currently not accessible for wheelchairs.
06 · Groups & schools
Visiting Spelen bij Beelen with a group
Coming with a group? Lovely! You simply order tickets for group visits through our website. The same goes for school trips, after-school clubs and foundations.
More information07 · On site
No ticket in advance?
No problem. You can buy your ticket at our box office on the day itself. Spelen bij Beelen is easy to reach by car, bike or public transport.
08 · Parking
Plenty of parking
There is plenty of parking on our own grounds. Parking costs € 4 per hour or € 22 for a day ticket. The first 15 minutes are free.
The same for every child
You may not bring your own food and drinks to Spelen bij Beelen. We make that choice very deliberately, because we want every child to have the same experience and parents not to have to think about an expensive lunch or a bag full of food. That is why we keep our prices deliberately low and make healthy, honest products accessible to everyone.
No overflowing sweet shops or XXL portions, but healthier snacks, tasty rolls, fresh vegetables, juices and, of course, something to celebrate with now and then. That way you go home satisfied, without a child overstimulated by a mountain of sugar and without a bill that gives you a fright.
Getting here
How to get here
ZUIDYARD is easy to reach by car, bike, public transport and water taxi.
By car
Follow the signs to Doklaan 40, 3081 AD Rotterdam. There are plenty of parking spaces on our own grounds.
By bike
Cycle along the Maas towards the Doklaan. There is room on the site to park your bike.
By public transport
Plan your route to Rotterdam-Zuid and walk from the nearest stop to ZUIDYARD.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clear
before you set off
Tickets
How can I buy tickets?
You can easily buy tickets for Spelen bij Beelen through our website.
Can I also buy a ticket on site?
Yes! You can also buy a ticket at the Spelen bij Beelen box office.
What are the opening hours?
Spelen bij Beelen is open Tuesday to Saturday from 11:00 to 18:00 and on Sunday from 13:00 to 18:00. We are closed on Monday.
Can I cancel or change my ticket?
Tickets are not refunded after purchase and cannot be cancelled. You can change the date of your ticket, though, so you can come on another day.
About the location
Where is Spelen bij Beelen?
Spelen bij Beelen is on the ZUIDYARD site at Doklaan 40 in Rotterdam.
What is ZUIDYARD?
ZUIDYARD (Rotterdam’s Waterfront Experience) is a special waterside destination in Rotterdam, where activities, attractions and places to eat and drink come together. Visit the Ark van Noach, for example, go climbing at Gigi’s Klim World, take a ride in the Beelen Eye, enjoy good food at PIER40 or discover Rotterdam from the water with ZUIDYARD Cruise. See zuidyard.com for more information.
Are other attractions included with Spelen bij Beelen?
No. You book a separate ticket for the Beelen Eye, Gigi’s Klim World and the Ark van Noach. The ticket shop shows the available dates and any combinations for each attraction.
How do I get to Spelen bij Beelen and ZUIDYARD?
ZUIDYARD is easy to reach by car, bike, public transport and water taxi. Coming by water taxi? Walk from the quay to the entrance of Spelen bij Beelen. Address: Doklaan 40, 3081 AD Rotterdam.
Can I park at Spelen bij Beelen and ZUIDYARD?
Yes! There are more than enough parking spaces on our own grounds. Parking costs € 4 per hour or € 22 for a day ticket. Just dropping someone off or picking them up? The first 15 minutes of parking are free.
Your visit
Is Spelen bij Beelen suitable for children of all ages?
Spelen bij Beelen is designed especially for families with children aged 0 to 12. There are different activities for different ages. Older children are of course very welcome too!
Is Spelen bij Beelen accessible for people with disabilities?
Yes, Spelen bij Beelen is accessible for people with disabilities. Please bear in mind that not every play activity is accessible or suitable for everyone.
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
No, bringing your own food and drinks is not permitted at Spelen bij Beelen or the other attractions on ZUIDYARD. Do you need your own food or drinks for medical reasons or specific needs? Then of course we will make an exception.
Annual pass
When can I buy an annual pass?
The annual pass goes on sale on 20 October 2026. You buy it online and collect your personal pass at the Spelen bij Beelen desk, where we take your photo and print the pass.
Is there a family pass?
No, the annual pass is per person. Every family member needs their own pass. The pass is valid for one year from the day of purchase.
Do I need to book with an annual pass?
No, you do not. Without a booking there is usually room, but it is not guaranteed: when we are full, we are full. If you want to be sure of entry, book in advance. Your annual pass also gives you access to the Ark van Noach.
Groups & parties
Are large groups welcome?
Yes! Large groups are very welcome at Spelen bij Beelen. You simply order tickets for group visits through our website. The same goes for school trips, after-school clubs and foundations.
Can I celebrate my birthday with you?
We only offer a birthday package at Gigi’s Klim World, next to Spelen bij Beelen on ZUIDYARD. See gigisklimworld.nl for the options. Spelen bij Beelen itself has no birthday package, but you and your group are of course always welcome to come and play.
Indoors & outdoors
What can I do in bad weather?
The big sandpit and the roller skating rink are covered, so you can play there in the dry even when it rains. Frenky World, the new indoor play world above the sandpit, is expected to open in mid-October 2026.
Are the sandpit and roller skating rink covered?
Yes, the big sandpit and the roller skating rink are covered, so you can play there when the weather is not so good as well.
What is Frenky World?
Frenky World is the new 500 m² indoor play world above the sandpit. Children can climb, scramble and discover there. The opening is planned for mid-October 2026.
When does the second outdoor area open, and what will it have?
The second outdoor phase is planned for March 2027. The park will then grow from 35,000 to around 70,000 m². The plans include a play greenhouse, a play farm, an extra play square and a highline, with new links between indoors and outdoors.
Is your question not listed? Email us at info@spelenbijbeelen.nl or call +31 10 313 73 13.
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