A day of free getaways
Traveling with public transport is the ideal way to explore South Holland. OVpay makes it easy to check in and out with your bank card, credit card, or mobile on buses, metros, trams, and waterbuses. With so many sights and attractions in this province, choosing can be tough. We guide you with our curated routes. This route takes you to three free outings well worth your time!
Goodmorning
Walk through the Japanese garden at Clingendael.
A stunning garden that you can visit for free is the Japanese Garden of Clingendael. This is the perfect spot for an outing. As you walk over charming bridges and paths, you’ll enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the garden. Here, you’ll discover various unique plants and trees, such as azaleas, rhododendrons, and ornamental cherries. Additionally, you’ll encounter various symbols that refer to Buddhism and Japanese life philosophy. Due to the garden’s age and vulnerability, it is only open to visitors for 8 weeks per year. The Japanese Garden has a mysterious atmosphere, enhanced by autumnal colors and a lush green moss layer.
Good afternoon
Learning in Futureland Rotterdam
Discover all about Europe’s largest port at Futureland. This free museum provides a fascinating insight into the development of Rotterdam’s port area. Learn all about Maasvlakte 2 and enjoy a stunning view of Europe’s most advanced terminals. Want to explore the entire area? Hop on the Futureland Express. During a bus ride across Maasvlakte 2, you’ll get a close-up view of the state-of-the-art terminals. You can also explore the area by water. Take the Ferry to cruise past various ports and terminals. Feeling hungry? At Restaurant New Fork, you can enjoy a snack and a drink.
Good night
Visit the Markthal
Visit the Markthal as night falls. This iconic location in Rotterdam is not only a popular tourist attraction but also an excellent dining spot. The Markthal offers a variety of eateries with diverse cuisines where you can order a wide range of dishes. Additionally, you’ll find shops and stalls selling fresh vegetables, fruits, and other food items. Don’t forget to look up during your visit; the ceiling of the Markthal is adorned with an impressive artwork featuring enlarged vegetables, fruits, fish, grains, and flowers.
How it works
Checking in and out with your debit card works the same way as with your
OV-chipkaart. Below we explain it step by step.
Step by step
- Hold your debit card, credit card or mobile against the card reader or gate and you are checked in.
- Are you getting off? It's the same way. And with the same card you checked in with.
- Your payment is automatic. The next day you see the amount in your payment summary with the description NLOV. And the price? That is the same as traveling with your OV-chipkaart.
- Want to see the travel costs of a particular day? Then download the app or enter the 14 numbers and letters behind NLOV and the amount debited on this page.