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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Rotterdam: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Rotterdam
- In the 13th century, Holland's most modern metropolis began as a fishing community.
- After German bombers damaged the city centre and harbour in 1940, it grew into an industrial and trade giant.
- However, Rotterdam's distinctive architecture attracts many visitors who want to cycle about this cultural, international city.
- May still find Old Dutch-style dwellings in historic Delfshaven, where the pilgrims set sail in 1620.
- Rotterdam is frequently neglected and loved.
- Holidays to Rotterdam is a funky small port town that prides itself on its unusual architecture, incredible art, fantastic food, and big harbour.
- With numerous festivals and performances held throughout the year, the city is one of the most diverse in the country.
- It was a refreshing change from Amsterdam's chaotic, canal-lined streets.
- In addition, there are several parks in the area, and the city comes alive in the summer with festivals, concerts, and other free activities.
- Amsterdam's cultural offers are complete, from the summer carnival to classical music.
- Capital: Rotterdam (capital of Netherlands)
- International Airport: Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
- Population: 1,012,007
- Currency: Euro
- Time: Rotterdam, Netherlands (GMT+2)
- Driving side: Right
- Main Electricity: 230V
- Official Language: Dutch
- Religion: Christianity (Orthodox Christian nation)
02
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Rotterdam
- See all of Rotterdam's highlights.
- Discover the city's hidden gems.
- Be astounded by the skyscrapers, history, and modern innovations.
- Learn about restaurants, fashionable nightclubs, and shopping districts.
- Take advantage of a personalised tour for you, your friends, and your family.
03
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Rotterdam
- The best times to visit Rotterdam are in the spring and summer.
- When the weather is nice, the maximum temperature in Rotterdam is 86°F in May.
- In January, the low temperature in Rotterdam is 21.2°F.
- In September, Rotterdam had the most rain (843.87 mm).
04
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Rotterdam
The Markthal
- The Dutch Queen Maxima inaugurated the Markthal in 2014.
- The Markthal resembles the Bazar in Istanbul and is frequently packed.
- Several food stores sell any food you would be interested in.
- If you wish to eat at one of the restaurants in the Markthal, you need to make a reservation ahead of time.
Erasmus Bridge
- The Erasmusbrug is located in the middle of Rotterdam and connects the city to the south bank of the Maas River.
- The Erasmus bridge, which was erected in 1996, is relatively recent.
- The Erasmus bridge was named after the great scientist and humanist "Erasmus" and is affectionately known as "the Swan" by locals.
- It takes some imagination, but you may envision a swan's neck in the bridge's architecture.
- Whether or not you notice a swan in the structure, it is a work of art.
- Surprisingly, this massive bridge may still be opened to allow large ships, notably cruise ships, to travel farther upstream to berth in the harbour's more upstream areas.
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- The Erasmusbrug is located in the middle of Rotterdam and connects the city to the south bank of the Maas River.
- The Erasmus bridge, which was erected in 1996, is relatively recent.
- The Erasmus bridge was named after the great scientist and humanist "Erasmus" and is affectionately known as "the Swan" by locals.
- It takes some imagination, but you may envision a swan's neck in the bridge's architecture.
- Whether or not you notice a swan in the structure, it is a work of art.
- Surprisingly, this massive bridge may still be opened to allow large ships, notably cruise ships, to travel farther upstream to berth in the harbour's more upstream areas.
Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen
- Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen is the world's first publicly accessible art depot.
- The depot is located in Rotterdam's Museum Park, near the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen.
- Visitors get to view the fruits of 172 years of collection.
- Over 151,000 collected works of art are stored together, sorted, and organised in fourteen depot areas with five climates.
- Aside from the artefacts, all of the labour needed in keeping and preserving a collection is visible.
Rotterdam Centraal
- Rotterdam Central Station is one of the city's most recognisable architectural landmarks Rotterdam.
- Solar panels cover the roof over the rails, and the spectacular hall roof looks towards the city centre.
- Many historic components from the former station building (1957) by Sybold van Ravesteyn, such as the original clock in the front façade and the lettering spelling out 'Centraal Station,' have been reused.
- You'll find many businesses, public transportation information, and the Rotterdam Tourist Information in the main hall.
- If you're seeking unique gifts, don't miss 'Love Rotterdam.'
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Rotterdam Off the Beaten Track
Centrum
- Choosing a Centrum rental may be the ideal way to discover Rotterdam.
- Several LGBT-friendly cafés, restaurants, and nightclubs in the city's so-called "city triangle."
- Fine restaurants, deli cafés, and on-the-go food stores will be available for foodies to explore.
Rotterdam Noord
- Noord is a village-like residential district featuring ancient buildings, townhouses, tree-lined canals, and parks.
- Noord, a constantly evolving up-and-coming neighbourhood, brilliantly integrates restoration with its historic character.
- If you like to design and fashion or want a peaceful retreat close to all the action, this is the place to stay.
Kralingen-Crooswijk
- Kralingen-Crooswijk is one of Rotterdam's most appealing neighbourhoods, particularly for students.
- It is situated between the main Erasmus University campus and Centrum, ideal for individuals who need to go to both.
- Kralingen is an expensive neighbourhood, so you'll encounter a lot of high-class locals in addition to kids.
- Surprisingly, there are no luxury hotels in the area, and there are just a few hotels in general.
- Renting an apartment is a more usual experience; however, you may find luxurious flats and low-cost apartments.
Kop van Zuid & Katendrecht
- Katendrecht is a developed, hip, and trendy neighbourhood that retains some of its rougher features.
- Kop van Zuid, which translates as "head of the north," is justifiably regarded as the chicest suburb in Rotterdam's southern portion.
- Aesthetic pleasure seekers will want time to peruse millions of photographs at the Nederlands Fotomuseum and visit art galleries.
Delfshaven
- Delfshaven is another sector that was spared destruction during the war and is now a peaceful and charming residential area of Rotterdam.
- Fishers initially occupied a beautiful yacht marina, and you may still see them congregating along the pier.
- Those travelling with children should visit Delfshaven's Dakpark, which is constructed on top of a shopping mall and is an excellent spot to spend some quality time.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Rotterdam Culture and Traditions
- Rotterdam has a vibrant cultural scene centred mainly on the cultural axis between Museumpark and Witte de Withstraat.
- The region is home to renowned institutions such as the Museum Boijmans van Beuningen, The New Institute, and the Kunsthal, which feature various art exhibitions.
- TENT and Witte de With ensure a current, inventive, and experimental program, while the various galleries around Witte de Withstraat and beyond the city centre are well worth a visit.
- The Sculpture International Rotterdam collection contains some of the world's most famous sculptures and is open to free viewing.
- If you enjoy street art, visit the Luchtsingel pedestrian bridge and the Hofbogen arches, where local artists' massive and impressive murals are gradually covering the walls.
- The Coolsingel office offers tourists a walking path past the sculptures while commenting on the artists and their backgrounds.
- Rotterdam also has a plethora of theatres, music halls, and arthouse cinemas that many inhabitants refer to as their "home away from home."
- The Rotterdamse Schouwburg is one of them, as are the De Doelen concert hall, the Witte de With theatre, and the lovely old Cinerama theatre with its red velvet seats.
- These are the locations where you go to be inspired and moved, socialise, and have a beautiful glass of wine.
- Don't miss the Kop van Zuid, which is worth seeing for the Nederlands Fotomuseum, the LantarenVenster cinema, and the Luxor Theater.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Rotterdam: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Food
#Food
- Dutch cuisine is known for its abundance of veggies, bread, and cheese (gouda originated here).
- While historically not as prevalent, Meat is now a mainstay of most dinners.
- Breakfast and lunch often comprise open-faced sandwiches, frequently topped with cheeses and cold meats.
- Dinners are primarily a "meat and potatoes" affair, with meat stews and smoked sausage being popular options.
- The stroopwafel (a waffle cookie filled with syrup) is the go-to option for those with a sweet craving, while apple tarts/pies are also famous.
Fashion
#Fashion
- If you enjoy shopping, Rotterdam is a terrific place to visit.
- The city centre's businesses are open seven days a week and have something for everyone.
- There's something for everyone from casual to refined, classic to futuristic, megastore to a bit of boutique.
- Seven days a week, you may go shopping in Rotterdam's city centre.
- There is something for everyone, from boutiques to chain retailers.
- Discover Rotterdam's top retail streets.
Explore the maas by water taxi
#Fun
- You may reserve a water taxi on the internet or call a cab to be dropped off at one of 50 spots in and around Rotterdam.
- Aside from its practical use, you can also book a water taxi in conjunction with a tour.
Participate in the splash tour
#Fun
- The Splash tour is another enjoyable water activity.
- It may appear to be a typical bus trip that will take you to the most exciting sights in Rotterdam.
- However, that is not the only thing!
- The bus practically takes a dip in the maas throughout the journey.
- The bus continues to sail and shows you the city from the sea.
Sleep on the water for the night
#Fun
- If you spend the night in Rotterdam, we recommend making a reservation at a specific hotel.
- You may, for example, stay aboard the steamer ss Rotterdam, which has 254 separate rooms and a choice of six different lodging kinds.
Get a tour of the port.
#Fun
- The port is a significant element of Rotterdam, Europe's biggest port city.
- It offers 385,000 direct and indirect jobs at enterprises in the Netherlands and stretches for 40 kilometres.
- It is one of a kind and hence a crucial aspect of your visit to Rotterdam.
- During this voyage, you will learn more about the port.
- You will be a part of the flow surrounding the harbour, and you will see the shipyard, the dock, and the contemporary processing of hundreds of containers.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Rotterdam: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- The ports of Rotterdam and Moerdijk may be the last places you'd expect animals and humans to coexist.
- The documentary film Wild Port of Europe – De Nieuwe Wildernis 2.0 explores this issue.
- The video investigates how two extreme opposites can survive as neighbours at Europe's busiest port.
- Discover how Rotterdam is home to vegetation, animals, and industry.
- The port is also home to a vast seal population, which greets ships entering the harbour.
- Over 2,500 seals have colonised locations where men are not permitted to visit.
- EMS FILMS and Veldkijker's breathtaking picture capture the stark contrast and harmony between nature and industry.
- One of the oldest zoos and is widely regarded as one of Europe's best (it opened in 1857).
- Visitors may travel "around the world" through the many animal shows, which span over 60 acres, and view giraffes, polar bears, elephants, and other animals.
- There's also a tranquil botanical garden and an aquarium here.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Rotterdam Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- The city hosts a slew of smaller, more intimate gatherings, such as the International Film Festival Rotterdam in January and the North Sea Jazz Festival in July.
- And these people are increasingly being welcomed in the city's most exclusive neighbourhoods.
- Can find inspiration in old warehouses and silos, roofs, abandoned buildings, and secret gardens.'
- The port is also popular; concerts are conducted regularly in factory halls, piers, cargo containers, and tucked-away liminal spaces where electronic music and avant-garde art thrive surprisingly well.
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