Hail a Fast Watertaxi from Dock 44

While metro and tram routes from Blaak station are convenient, the most thrilling and efficient way to depart the Old Harbor is via Rotterdam's iconic Watertaxi network. Walk to Dock 44 (Oude Haven), located right at the mouth of the harbor inlet where it meets the Nieuwe Maas river.

Bookings should be made in advance using the Watertaxi Rotterdam app or website, as hailing one on the spot can lead to long waits during weekend peaks. Taking a water taxi from Dock 44 to Hotel New York or the Katendrecht food peninsula takes under 10 minutes and gives you a thrilling, high-speed ride across the river chop with unmatched skyline views beneath the Erasmus Bridge.