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Explore Rotterdam with Tram 10

Tram 10 City tour: The best way to explore Rotterdam

Come on board this historic tram for a tour around the highlights of Rotterdam: Hop on - Hop off!

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Our volunteers welcome you to the historic trams

The drivers and conductors/tour guides in tram 10 are volunteers at the Rotterdam Public Transportation Museum. The trams are a part of the extensive collection of Rotterdam’s historic public transportation vehicles.

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Our audio tour
During the journey you will hear intersting facts about the buildings and streets we pass. This audio tour is given in Dutch, English and German. Want to know more? Our conductors are happy to tell you more about the sights and the city of Rotterdam.

The historic trams
The trams used for the tram 10 city tour are sometimes more than 90 years old! We don’t always use the same trams for tram 10, but you will often come across ‘Vierassers’ and ‘Düwag-trams’. Our conductors are happy to tell you more about the history of the tram. On the first Saturday of every month, you can also visit the Rotterdam Public Transportation Museum on Kootsekade. Click here for more information about the museum.

Route

In tram 10 city tour, you will pass the most important attractions of Rotterdam and explore different areas of the city. Listening to the audio tour from your comfortable seat, you will pass highlights such as Eendrachtsplein, Delfshaven, the Euromast, thee Coolsingel, the Marktet Hall, the Erasmus Bridge and the Kop van Zuid. Our conductors are happy to tell you more about the city!

Info Lijn10.nl Bonus: Crossing the Erasmus Bridge
Due to bridge openings and busy traffic, we unfortunately cannot guarantee that the tram will cross the Erasmus Bridge and pass Kop van Zuid. Your conductor will tell you whether or not the tram will cross the bridge.

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Schedule and departure times

Starting on the 19th of April 2025, tram 10 will be riding through Rotterdam. On Saturdays and Sundays, tram 10 will depart from Willemsplein every 30 minutes between 11:00 and 16:30. On Thursdays and Fridays (from the 19th of June until the 14th of September) tram 10 will depart from Willemsplein every 30-45 minutes between 11:00 and 16:30.

Start and ending point
The starting and ending point of the tram 10 city  tour is Willemsplein (A on the map), at the foot of the Erasmus Bridge. You can reach Willemsplein by bike, tram or metro (via Leuvehaven station), the ‘Erasmusbrug’ parking garage, or by waterbus. You can also get on or off the tram at other tram stops along the route, such as Rotterdam Central Station, Delfshaven, or Blaak Station.

Depature times
You can find the schedule of Tram 10 below. We run more trams on the weekend than during the week. Tram 10 only runs during the week between the 19th of June and the 14th of September.

Info Lijn10.nl Departure times are an indication
The departure times are an indication: Our trams are sometimes faced with disruptions on the tram tracks, busy traffic, or diversions. Do you want to see where Tram 10 is right now? Check the current locations of our trams here.

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Tickets

You can buy tickets for Tram 10 on bord the tram from the conductor. All tickets are day passes, you can use Tram 10 as much as you like on the day you purchase your ticket. You can pay with cash or by car on bord.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Where can I get enter and exit the tram?

You can get on and off of the tram at every tram stop along the route. Stick your hand out at the stop to let the driver know that you want to join the tour. Do you want to get off? Let the conductor know, and they will make sure that the tram wil stop at the next stop.

How often does Tram 10 run?

Tram 10 is running again from the 19th of April until the 26th of October.
On Saturdays and Sundays, Tram 10 will depart every 30 minutes from Willemsplein between 11:00 and 16:30. On Thursdays and Fridays (from the 19th of June until the 14th of September), Tram 10 will depart every 30-45 minutes from Willemsplein between 11:00 and 16:30.

How long does a full tour take?

A full tour with Tram 10 takes roughly 80-90 minutes. It may sometimes take longer due to diversions, disruptions, or traffic.

What is there to see on the journey?

Tram 10 rides past Rotterdam’s best highlights. This includes the city centre, the Central Station, the Blaak, the Cube Houses, the Market Hall, City Hall, Coolsingel, Delfshaven, and the Euromast.

Is there a guide?

Yes, you will listen to a trilinugal audio tour that tells you everything about the sights as your pass them. Do you have any questions? The conductor is happy to tell you more about the route, the city, or the sights.

How much does a ticket cost?

All tickets are day passes and can be purchased from the conductor. You can travel with Tram 10 as much as you like that day. Children from 4-11 pay 8 euros, adults and children 12 and older pay 15 euros. Children under 4 ride for free.

Can I pay with my RotterdamPas, OV-Chipkaart of RET-ticket?

No, unfortunately that is not possible. You are however welcome to use your RotterdamPas to visit our museum.

Is the tram suitable disabled people?

Unfortunately, our historic trams do not offer step-free access. Our conductors are happy to help you enter the tram. There is space to park a walker, stroller, or wheelchair in the tram.

Are dogs allowed?

Yes, but only if they remain the back of the tram. Follow the conductor’s instructions.

Can I bring a stroller along?

Yes, there is space to park a stroller in the tram, as long as the space is not already occupied. Children are not allowed to stand in the central section of the tram while the tram is in motion. Please follow the conductors instructions. He or she is also happy to help you park the stroller.

What is Tram 10?

Tram 10 is a historic tram line that passes the most important sights of Rotterdam. It is a unique way to explore the city in an authentic mode of transport.

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