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Rotterdam Overview

Rotterdam is the world busiest working port, second busiest city of the Netherlands.
This city lost its old architecture and landscapes when it was bombarded in the Second World War; however it certainly hasn’t lost its charm. The city’s architecture is therefore more modern and does not resemble a typical Holland town, it has various high scrappers and modern buildings.

The city offers a very modern look to its visitors with various attractions which all the family can enjoy. From the most obvious attraction, the port, to its museums, its park and space adventure ride available in the Euromast as well as magnificent views of the city.

Rotterdam’s restaurants, bars and café will not disappoint you either- From fresh fish offered in most of the restaurants you will also be able to have European food.

Rotterdam is also very well known for its music Festivals throughout the year.

Rotterdam Guide - Fast Facts

Country/Location: On the Maas River
Language: Dutch
Size: N/A
Population: 600,000
Time Zone: GMT/UTC +1
Nearest Ferry Port: Rotterdam
Train Stations: Centraal Station
Airport: Rotterdam Airport
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Food and Drink in Rotterdam

Being so close to other European countries, Rotterdam hosts all type of restaurants from French, Dutch, German and many other cuisines. As a city port, you will find a large amount of fresh fish on the menus as well as a number of different beer to taste from.
The busy area is around Oudehaven Here Cambrinus.

Nightlife in Rotterdam

Rotterdam is a very vibrant and young city with various cafes and bars all around town. If you are into clubbing pick up or accept flyers distributed around town-they will give you more information as to what is happening in town on your visit. The nightlife in Rotterdam stops in the early
hours with various clubs shutting around 5am and late night chill out cafes. The are many areas worth
visiting such as the Kop van Zuid for its bars, or Stadshuiplein for bars and disco clubs. Whatever it
is you are looking for you will find it in this very exciting night city!

Shopping in Rotterdam

Rotterdam holds some of the best shops to visit! If you are looking for something exotic visit West Kruiskade, other mainstream shops are found around the city, but the main area is Lijnbaan and its surroundings. Rotterdam also holds the largest Open-air market in the Netherlands at Binnenrotte.

Attractions in Rotterdam

The one free attraction that can’t be missed is off course the port, one of the world’s biggest commercial ports in Europe. In addition, there are many other attractions, such as the museums around the town including the art museums situated in the park. You can also go up Euromast, famous building in the city, from which you can observe from the town from the very top.

Rotterdam Transportation

It is very difficult to find a parking space free in Rotterdam and therefore the best way to get around the city is by using its public transport. Buses, trams and the subway. Between them, these public transport network will enable you to get anywhere around town. However this city is also can also be explored on foor.