Rotterdam Travel Guide
It has been likened to a ‘Dutch Brooklyn’, thanks to its plethora of striking architecture, cool concept shops and thriving underground club culture. Rotterdam to those in the know (and if you are reading this, consider this to be YOU!) has undergone quite the revelatory transformation in recent years. From an uninspiring port town to a dazzling design destination – an indomitable treasure trove of modern architecture, quirky eateries and thought-provoking art galleries.
It’s time to look beyond Amsterdam and consider an alternative in the shape of Rotterdam. It is a city that wears many hats – it’s a thriving port city, with an on-trend nightlife, a sophisticated shopping destination with anart and design scene to rival the coolest of cultural hotspots.
Above all, when you think of design in Europe, surely Rotterdam springs to mind? It’s worth a visit for the architecture alone. It pushes boundaries, showcases innovation and continuously inspires. Rotterdam’s skyline is always changing. There are many things to do as you navigate your way around Rotterdam’s skyscrapers. You can go on a shopping spree, enjoy some of the city’s excellent food, and visit a range of exciting museums and attractions in and around the city centre. So let’s get started!
Rotterdam Travel Guide
It has been likened to a ‘Dutch Brooklyn’, thanks to its plethora of striking architecture, cool concept shops and thriving underground club culture. Rotterdam to those in the know (and if you are reading this, consider this to be YOU!) has undergone quite the revelatory transformation in recent years. From an uninspiring port town to a dazzling design destination – an indomitable treasure trove of modern architecture, quirky eateries and thought-provoking art galleries.
It’s time to look beyond Amsterdam and consider an alternative in the shape of Rotterdam. It is a city that wears many hats – it’s a thriving port city, with an on-trend nightlife, a sophisticated shopping destination with anart and design scene to rival the coolest of cultural hotspots.
Above all, when you think of design in Europe, surely Rotterdam springs to mind? It’s worth a visit for the architecture alone. It pushes boundaries, showcases innovation and continuously inspires. Rotterdam’s skyline is always changing. There are many things to do as you navigate your way around Rotterdam’s skyscrapers. You can go on a shopping spree, enjoy some of the city’s excellent food, and visit a range of exciting museums and attractions in and around the city centre. So let’s get started!
Soundtrack of the city
Rolling in Rotterdam
3 course meal for 2: £59.77
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A regular cappuccino: £2.59
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A medium beer: £4.27
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One-way (Local Transport): £3.42
Rolling in Rotterdam
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3 course meal for 2: £59.77
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A regular cappuccino: £2.59
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A medium beer: £4.27
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One-way (Local Transport): £3.42
Soundtrack of the city
This could be Rotterdam
If you are asking when’s the best time to visit Rotterdam we can assist! It’s a great city to visit at any time of the year, but we think the best time is during Spring and Summer when the temperature is pleasant. April is a great month to visit as it’s prime time for checking out the tulips which are in abundance all over the Netherlands and not just in Holland.
Discover the real Rotterdam
From the best places to drink a koffie verkeerd (including an actual coffee hotel!) and admiring Rotterdam’s brutalist architecture whilst navigating the water routes of the city by water taxi to shopping in concept stores and lounging over a leisurely lunch on a hidden rooftop in the heart of the city, we’ve curated the most thrilling things to check out in the city. Where do the Rotterdammers go to eat, shop and drink, and play in their spare time?
What are the best things to see and do in Rotterdam? From the coolest cocktail bars with straws made from biodegradable pasta, andthe most charming cobbled streets, to losing yourself in the exhibitions housed in the most fascinating museums and galleries that galvanise, are you ready to go Dutch? It’s time to explore Rotterdam!
The city of Rotterdam has a varied and cosmopolitan population consisting of 176 different nationalities – something that is reflected in a varied and exciting food scene that’s flourished in recent years.
From Michelin-starred splendour and expansive food halls to sharable small plates and rooftop garden restaurants where the produce is grown on the roof, our foodie guide to Rotterdam has all your culinary needs covered.
From sourcing the best pre-loved vintage jackets to finding the best art in the city, it’s advisable not to leave any stone unturned when seeking out the best cultural and culinary treats of Rotterdam. But where do you start and how do you squeeze the best out of your trip, no matter what you’re looking for?
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What are the best things to see and do in Rotterdam? From the coolest cocktail bars with straws made from biodegradable pasta, andthe most charming cobbled streets, to losing yourself in the exhibitions housed in the most fascinating museums and galleries that galvanise, are you ready to go Dutch? It’s time to explore Rotterdam!
- Food & Drink
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The city of Rotterdam has a varied and cosmopolitan population consisting of 176 different nationalities – something that is reflected in a varied and exciting food scene that’s flourished in recent years.
From Michelin-starred splendour and expansive food halls to sharable small plates and rooftop garden restaurants where the produce is grown on the roof, our foodie guide to Rotterdam has all your culinary needs covered.
- Guides & tips
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From sourcing the best pre-loved vintage jackets to finding the best art in the city, it’s advisable not to leave any stone unturned when seeking out the best cultural and culinary treats of Rotterdam. But where do you start and how do you squeeze the best out of your trip, no matter what you’re looking for?
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