Audio Guide of the Cube Houses

The Cube Houses are generally open every day from 10:00 to 18:00. You can visit the interior of a show house, which operates as a museum, to experience what it is like to live in this unique architecture. I recommend checking the exact opening hours on the official website before you go, as they may vary by season.

Admission to visit the interior of a show house costs approximately €4 for adults (2024), with discounts for students and children. Tickets can be purchased directly at the information desk in the complex. You can check updated prices on the official Cube Houses website.

A visit inside a show house takes about 20 to 30 minutes, although if you are interested in architecture and taking photos, you may spend up to 45 minutes. The exterior is very photogenic and can be seen in an additional 10 to 15 minutes. In total, plan for 45 minutes to 1 hour for a complete experience.

The Cube Houses were designed by architect Piet Blom in 1977 and built in 1984, representing a tree in an urban forest. They are an iconic example of Dutch functionalist architecture and part of the revival of the Old Harbour district. Today they are one of the most recognizable symbols of Rotterdam’s innovative architecture.

The best time is from April to October, when the weather is more favorable for walking around the area and taking photos. To avoid crowds, visit on weekday mornings from 10:00 to 12:00 or on weekends around midday. Sunny days best highlight the architecture and the reflections in the water of the nearby harbor.

The show houses have access ramps installed outside, and the museum’s main rooms on the ground floor are accessible. However, the original architecture includes narrow staircases and steep internal slopes, so full access is limited. For more details about specific accessibility, contact +31 10 413 27 33.

You are in the Old Harbour, just a short walk from SS Rotterdam, the largest museum ship in Europe, and the Maritime Museum. You can also walk to Erasmus Bridge, the Swan Bridge, in 10 minutes, and to Markthal in 15 minutes. The Delfshaven district, with its craft breweries, is also very close.

Bring your camera because the exterior photos from the central courtyard are stunning. If you want to avoid lines, visit on weekdays before noon. For a complete experience, download the audio guide app from iAudioguia, which has detailed information about the architecture of the complex and tells you the history of this harbor area as you walk.