Discover Rotterdam
Architecture city on the water
Rotterdam is known nationally and internationally as a city of architecture. The imposing skyline can be seen from afar, with characteristic landmarks such as the Erasmus Bridge and the Montevideo. The special Show Cube provides an opportunity to view the famous Cube Houses from inside. The Maas River, which flows through the middle of the city, is an attraction in itself. Discover Europe’s largest port with a Spido tour boat, or take the water taxi for a quick trip to Hotel New York.
Fun for everyone
Rotterdam Zoo with its spectacular crocodile river and the newly opened polar bear enclosure is one of the most popular attractions in the Netherlands. The 185-metre Euromast, with its unparalleled view, also draws many visitors. In the summer season, true daredevils can even abseil down with ropes, provided there isn’t too much wind. Plaswijck Park is to be recommended for the whole family, with a large playground, and children’s driving park and zoo.
Rotterdam is also a must for art and culture. It is the city of large art institutions such as the Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum, Kunsthal Rotterdam, the Netherlands Photo Museum and the Netherlands Architecture Institute (NAi). Places as de Doelen, the Rotterdamse Schouwburg and the Luxor Theater are leading in outstanding theatre, music and dance.
Shopping 7 days per week
Rotterdam is a Mecca for shopaholics, with a wide diversity of shopping areas. Feast your eyes in one of the chic shops in Van Oldenbarneveltstraat or visit the hip boutiques on Nieuwe Binnenweg, Witte de Withstraat and Pannekoekstraat. Even on Sunday, fanatical shoppers are welcome in Rotterdam: the shops in the centre are open 7 days per week.
Always something to do
Rotterdam is the festival city of the Netherlands, with both small and large-scale events. From the International Film Festival Rotterdam to the World Port Days, there is always something to do in Rotterdam. For Rotterdam the theme of 2009 will be the youth, under the name Your World, with a wide variety of festivals and events.
Rotterdam is a lively metropolis all year round with countless cafes and restaurants representing every cuisine in the world. In the evenings and nights you can hang loose in hip clubs and trendy discotheques, such as the sustainable dance club Watt, which opened in 2008.
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