Reservations

Use the button below to submit your request for a group visit at least three weeks in advance. In less than ten working days you will be notified whether we are able to welcome the group(s) at the requested date and time.

Guided tours

You can book the following guided tours:

• Guided tour of an exhibition in HALL 1 of HALL 2 in Dutch and English. Price: €75,00 for a group of up to 15 people. The guided tour will take about 60 minutes. 
• Architecture Tour: Discover the unique Kunsthal building in Dutch or English. Cost: €75 for a group of up to 15 people. The tour lasts approximately 60 minutes.
• ArtHopping: a guided tour of 60 minutes. Costs: €75 for a group of 15 people.

Price

Students up to the age of 18 can visit the Kunsthal for free (upon showing valid ID). From the age of 19, a student discount applies. There is no admission charge for supervisors. The current admission charges can be found here.

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ArtHopping: right through the Kunsthal
available all year around

During ArtHopping, a guide will lead you past various artworks and objects at a high pace, criss-crossing through the Kunsthal, while at the same time encouraging you to look differently at the extraordinary building. In only an hour, this allows you to find out more about several of our exhibitions as well as the Kunsthal building. Book this varied tour past many highlights and hidden gems now, and get ready to be surprised.

Architecture Tour
available all year around

Discover the unique Kunsthal building and its architecture during a guided tour. Kunsthal Rotterdam is one of the icons of modern architecture and is visited annually by many architecture enthusiasts from all over the world. The Kunsthal was designed in 1988-1989 by architect Rem Koolhaas, together with project architect Fuminori Hoshino from the Rotterdam-based architecture firm OMA (Office for Metropolitan Architecture). The architecture immediately attracts significant international attention due to, among other things, the use of materials, the positioning of the entrance, and the steep ramp. During the Architecture Tours, the guides will take you through the iconic building.

Guided tour HALL 2 | Haegue Yang. Leap Year

28 February until 24 August 2025
Explore the multisensory world of the leading, South Korean artist Haegue Yang (1971, Seoul) at the Kunsthal. The exhibition Leap Year presents a comprehensive overview of Yang’s thirty-year career, showcasing a wide range installations, sculptures, videos, and audio works. She transforms everyday objects like drying racks into anthropomorphic creatures in acrobatic poses, animates aluminium blinds with theatrical lights, and creates immersive auditory experiences with resonating metal bells.

GUIDED TOUR HALL 1 | CUTE

8 July until 23 November 2025
Discover CUTE: a playful exhibition exploring the irresistible power of cuteness in contemporary culture. From the origins of kawaii and the rise of Hello Kitty to the impact of emojis, internet memes, plush toys, and adorable robot designs, CUTE delves into how this once seemingly innocent aesthetic has become a major cultural phenomenon. How has something so charming—big eyes, chubby baby cheeks, flowers, and sweets—gained such influence? The exhibition reveals how cuteness can serve as a powerful lens for addressing social and cultural themes. 

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Guided tour HALL 2 | Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses

Soon: 30 September 2025 until 1 March 2026
This coming autumn, Kunsthal Rotterdam’s HALL 2 will be entirely dedicated to the work of the world-famous Dutch fashion designer Iris van Herpen (1984). Van Herpen is one of the most avantgarde couturiers of her generation. With her pioneering use of innovative techniques in her profession, Van Herpen breaks with fashion conventions while at the same time embracing the traditional craftsmanship of haute couture. The exhibition Sculpting the Senses is a sensory exploration of the designer’s universe and presents an immersive retrospective that brings together fashion, contemporary art, design, and science. The Kunsthal is showcasing over a hundred iconic creations that illustrate how Van Herpen is constantly stretching the boundaries of haute couture.

ACTIVITIES

Artist Talks

Kunsthal Rotterdam presents an annual series of inspiring Artist Talks featuring remarkable artists. Guests have included photographer Peter Lindbergh, architect Rem Koolhaas, fashion artists Viktor&Rolf, trend forecaster Lidewij Edelkoort, DJ Isis, and artist Ai Weiwei. Stay informed about upcoming Artist Talks through the teacher newsletter or keep an eye on the events calendar Previous masterclasses and Artist Talks are available to watch on the Kunshtal YouTube channel. 

ArtCouples

During KunstKoppels (ArtCouples) you will meet someone in the Kunsthal who is completely new and unknown to you. Someone from another generation, or with a different background or lifestyle. After an introduction you will dive into the total installation Acknowledge Rebuild. KunstKoppels is organized in cooperation with Rotterdam Heroes, a youth project of Unie Van Vrijwilligers Rotterdam (UVV). Students can participate for free. Keep an eye on the activities calender here when the next edition will take place. The main language during this event is Dutch.