Rotterdam 3 Day Itinerary
Day 1: Exploring the Modern Cityscape
Morning:
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Check-in at Hotel New York (Hotel New York) or NH Gaasbeek Rotterdam (NH Gaasbeek Rotterdam), both centrally located and well-rated by tourists.
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Breakfast at Konditor Meerman (Konditor Meerman) or Bakers & Roasters (Bakers & Roasters).
Mid-Morning:
- Visit the iconic Cube Houses (Kubuspaviljoen) and explore the area of Blaak and Coolsingel.
Lunch:
- Lunch at Fenix Food Factory (Fenix Food Factory), a food hall offering a variety of dishes from different cuisines.
Afternoon:
- Explore the Maritime Museum (Het Scheepvaartmuseum) or the Modern Art Museum, Boijmans Van Beuningen (Boijmans Van Beuningen).
Dinner:
- Dine at FISH&BUN (FISH&BUN), a popular seafood restaurant, or Wagner’s Rotterdam (Wagner’s Rotterdam) for traditional Dutch dishes.
Evening:
- Take a stroll along the Erasmus Bridge and enjoy the city lights at sunset.
Things to Know:
- Rotterdam’s main language is Dutch, but English is widely spoken.
- The city operates on a bike-friendly infrastructure; consider renting a bike for an authentic experience.
- Rotterdam has a diverse food scene, so don’t hesitate to try new things!
Day 2: History and Architecture
Morning:
- Breakfast at your hotel or grab something quick from a local bakery.
Mid-Morning:
- Visit the historic Delfshaven neighborhood, where the Mayflower is believed to have set sail for America. Explore the Old Harbor and the Maritime Museum Harbour (Maritime Museum Harbour)
Lunch:
- Lunch at Han Yuan Xiang (Han Yuan Xiang), a popular Chinese restaurant in Delfshaven.
Afternoon:
- Explore the historic city center, including the Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk and the Witte Huis (White House), one of Europe’s oldest skyscrapers.
Dinner:
- Dine at Rossopomodoro (Rossopomodoro), an authentic Italian restaurant, or Brood (Brood) for creative sandwiches.
Evening:
- Relax at Witte de Withstraat, a vibrant street with bars and clubs for nightlife.
Day 3: Green Spaces and Leisure
Morning:
- Breakfast at your hotel or grab something from the local market.
Mid-Morning:
- Visit the Euromast tower for panoramic views of the city.
Lunch:
- Lunch at Ketelhuis (Ketelhuis), a unique location with a beautiful garden and great food.
Afternoon:
- Explore the Botanic Gardens or the Zoo in Rotterdam, the Diergaarde Blijdorp (Diergaarde Blijdorp)
Dinner:
- Farewell dinner at Het Paleis (Het Paleis), a Michelin-starred restaurant, or De Liefde Wijnbar & Restaurant (De Liefde Wijnbar & Restaurant), known for its extensive wine list and delicious food.
Things to Know:
- Rotterdam has an excellent public transportation system, including trams, buses, metro, and water taxis. Consider getting a travel card for unlimited travel.
- Don’t forget to try local specialties like Bitterballen (deep-fried meatballs) and Kroketten (croquettes).
- Enjoy your trip to Rotterdam!