Hotels in Rotterdam
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Rotterdam
Stretched along the banks of the Nieuwe Maas, Rotterdam isn't just rebuilt – it's reimagined. After wartime destruction, this bold city chose innovation over restoration, creating something entirely new, like Europe's most daring skyline. Wander through the buzzing Markthal where local flavours meet global cuisine, or catch cutting-edge art in converted warehouses. The massive port pulses with maritime energy while trendy neighborhoods like Hoogkwartier celebrate their reconstruction heritage with authentic sixties charm. Cycling along the waterfront, you'll feel Rotterdam's unstoppable energy – a city that never looks back, only forward.
Get your bearings
Rotterdam sprawls across both sides of the Nieuwe Maas, so smart planning saves time. Start at the architecturally stunning Central Station, then use the excellent public transport network – metros, trams, and those iconic yellow water taxis connect the spread-out districts. The Markthal and cube houses anchor the historic center, while the majestic Erasmus Bridge links you to the modern Kop van Zuid skyline. Distances are longer than they look, so grab a day pass or hop on a bike to explore efficiently.
Don't miss
Discover Rotterdam's buzzing food scene at the Markthal – Europe's largest covered market with a spectacular ceiling artwork. Explore the historic Oude Haven, surrounded by trendy terraces and the famous cube houses. Stroll down hip Pannekoekstraat for vintage shops and cozy cafés, or hit de Witte de Withstraat for cool galleries and late-night bars. Don't skip the Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen – the world's first publicly accessible art storage with a rooftop park offering killer city views.
While you're there
Take the high-speed elevator up the Euromast for breathtaking 360-degree views – on clear days you can see the North Sea! Catch a Spido harbor cruise through Europe's largest port, where massive container ships dwarf everything around them. Families love Blijdorp, one of Europe's most innovative zoos with incredible animal habitats. Explore the SS Rotterdam – a retired ocean liner turned floating museum and end your day watching sunset from the Maasboulevard waterfront promenade.
Stretched along the banks of the Nieuwe Maas, Rotterdam isn't just rebuilt – it's reimagined. After wartime destruction, this bold city chose innovation over restoration, creating something entirely new, like Europe's most daring skyline. Wander through the buzzing Markthal where local flavours meet global cuisine, or catch cutting-edge art in converted warehouses. The massive port pulses with maritime energy while trendy neighborhoods like Hoogkwartier celebrate their reconstruction heritage with authentic sixties charm. Cycling along the waterfront, you'll feel Rotterdam's unstoppable energy – a city that never looks back, only forward.
Get your bearings
Rotterdam sprawls across both sides of the Nieuwe Maas, so smart planning saves time. Start at the architecturally stunning Central Station, then use the excellent public transport network – metros, trams, and those iconic yellow water taxis connect the spread-out districts. The Markthal and cube houses anchor the historic center, while the majestic Erasmus Bridge links you to the modern Kop van Zuid skyline. Distances are longer than they look, so grab a day pass or hop on a bike to explore efficiently.
Don't miss
Discover Rotterdam's buzzing food scene at the Markthal – Europe's largest covered market with a spectacular ceiling artwork. Explore the historic Oude Haven, surrounded by trendy terraces and the famous cube houses. Stroll down hip Pannekoekstraat for vintage shops and cozy cafés, or hit de Witte de Withstraat for cool galleries and late-night bars. Don't skip the Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen – the world's first publicly accessible art storage with a rooftop park offering killer city views.
While you're there
Take the high-speed elevator up the Euromast for breathtaking 360-degree views – on clear days you can see the North Sea! Catch a Spido harbor cruise through Europe's largest port, where massive container ships dwarf everything around them. Families love Blijdorp, one of Europe's most innovative zoos with incredible animal habitats. Explore the SS Rotterdam – a retired ocean liner turned floating museum and end your day watching sunset from the Maasboulevard waterfront promenade.