City break in Rotterdam. Active leisure ideas for Rotterdam - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Cycling rides remain one of the main entertainments for guests of the city. During such ride you can visit many really interesting places. A special rental office near Schaatsbaan railway station is the best place to get a bike. The rates here are the cheapest ones among rental offices of the city. Fans of water attractions are recommended to go to the beach Boompjes quay during the warm season. Naturally, the services offered here simply cannot be compared with major beach resorts. Boompjes quay is perfect for families with children, and those, who prefer active beach rest, find all they need in the place called Hoek van Holland Strand.
Hotel New York is a true historic symbol of Rotterdam. It is open in a beautiful old building that is former Holland America headquarters. The design of the building is made in a modern … Open
The romantic City Hotel Rotterdam is conveniently located in the center of Rotterdam close to popular shopping streets. Guest rooms of this hotel are made in the minimalist style and … Open
Not every tourist, going on summer vacation to Rotterdam, will pack the swimming suit and other beach accessories, and by the way - in vain. There is a Riviera, a strip of beaches stretching along the coast of the province of South Holland. Of course, swimming in the North Sea is an exercise for the strong in spirit and tempered by the body, as far as coastal waters even at the peak of summer are heated up to a maximum +17 ° C. But most of the beaches in Rotterdam and the surrounding area are awarded by the Blue Flag, which attests to the purity of water and a high level of safety. In the distance from Rotterdam, there are also places for rest. On a fine day, you can go to the beach of the salt lake Grevelingen, which is situated on the border of the provinces of South Holland and Zeeland. Here all conditions are created not only for swimming but also for fishing, diving, kite surfing, water skiing, and sailing. By the way, the beaches of Zealand also deserve attention.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Rotterdam and surroundings
Recommended places for active recreation and leisure in Rotterdam
Jackie Club
Where: Maasboulevard 300, Rotterdam;
Where: Maasboulevard 300, Rotterdam;
Breakaway
Where: Karel Doormanstraat 1, Rotterdam;
Where: Karel Doormanstraat 1, Rotterdam;
Cinema
Where: Rodezand 36, Rotterdam;
Where: Rodezand 36, Rotterdam;
Rotown
Where: Nieuwe Binnenweg 17-19, Rotterdam;
Where: Nieuwe Binnenweg 17-19, Rotterdam;
Dizzy
Where: Gravendijkwal 127, Rotterdam;
Where: Gravendijkwal 127, Rotterdam;
Now & Wow
Where: Maashaven ZZ, Rotterdam;
Where: Maashaven ZZ, Rotterdam;
Off_corso
Where: Kruiskade 22, Rotterdam;
Where: Kruiskade 22, Rotterdam;
B.u.m.b.
Where: Weena Zuid 33, Rotterdam;
Where: Weena Zuid 33, Rotterdam;
Watt
Where: West-Kruiskade 26-28, Rotterdam;
Where: West-Kruiskade 26-28, Rotterdam;
Club Revolution
Where: Van Oldenbarnevelthof 13, Rotterdam;
Where: Van Oldenbarnevelthof 13, Rotterdam;
The Thalia Lounge
Where: Kruiskade 31, Rotterdam;
Where: Kruiskade 31, Rotterdam;
Gay Palace
Where: Schiedamsesingel 139, Rotterdam;
Where: Schiedamsesingel 139, Rotterdam;
Maassilo
Where: Maashaven Zuidzijde 1 – 2, Rotterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)10 476 24 52;
Where: Maashaven Zuidzijde 1 – 2, Rotterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)10 476 24 52;
Soho Bar
Where: Pannekoekstraat 53a, Rotterdam;
Where: Pannekoekstraat 53a, Rotterdam;
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National and city parks around Rotterdam
♥ National Park 'De Biesbosch' , 27.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Oosterschelde' , 53.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Loonse en Drunense Duinen' , 53.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Zuid-Kennemerland' , 55.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Grenspark de Zoom - Kalmthoutse Heide' , 58 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Biesbosch' , 27.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Oosterschelde' , 53.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Loonse en Drunense Duinen' , 53.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Zuid-Kennemerland' , 55.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Grenspark de Zoom - Kalmthoutse Heide' , 58 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Rotterdam
♥ Amusement park 'Drievliet' Rijswijk, 17 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Madurodam' Den Haag, 23.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Duinrell' Wassenaar, 25.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Efteling' Kaatsheuvel, 49.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Mini Efteling' Nieuwkuijk, 55.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Drievliet' Rijswijk, 17 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Madurodam' Den Haag, 23.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Duinrell' Wassenaar, 25.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Efteling' Kaatsheuvel, 49.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Mini Efteling' Nieuwkuijk, 55.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Rotterdam
♥ Water park 'Dutch Water Dreams' Zoetermeer, 14.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Tikibad' Wassenaar, 25.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Splash' hellevoetsluis, 29 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Splesj' Hoeven, 39.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'WipeOut Zoelen' , 65.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Dutch Water Dreams' Zoetermeer, 14.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Tikibad' Wassenaar, 25.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Splash' hellevoetsluis, 29 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Splesj' Hoeven, 39.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'WipeOut Zoelen' , 65.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
Michelin-starred restaurants in Rotterdam
♥ Restaurant 'Asian Glories' Rotterdam. Type - Chinese. 0.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Oliva' Rotterdam. Type - Italian. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Old Dutch' Rotterdam. Type - Modern French. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Amarone' Rotterdam. Type - Creative. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'De Harmonie' Rotterdam. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Asian Glories' Rotterdam. Type - Chinese. 0.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Oliva' Rotterdam. Type - Italian. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Old Dutch' Rotterdam. Type - Modern French. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Amarone' Rotterdam. Type - Creative. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'De Harmonie' Rotterdam. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Rotterdam from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Madurodam
From the series “Famous Miniature Museums of Architectural Objects and Cities”
Check on the map: Distance from Rotterdam center - 23.3 km.
Madurodam received its name in honour of the famous student from Curacao George Maduro, who sacrificed his life in fight against the Nazi occupying forces. The initiators of the construction of the park were parents of the deceased student. For many years after the opening, all the proceeds of Madurodam were transferred to charitable purposes. The park of miniatures actively cooperates with various youth and charitable organizations nowadays. For tourists, Madurodam is a great opportunity to see the iconic sights of Holland in one place. The beautiful Royal Palace, the Mauritshuis Museum, the modern Schiphol Airport and the Rijksmuseum are just a few of the realistic mock-ups available for study. …
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Oede Kerk in Delft
From the series “Falling towers and buildings”
Check on the map: Distance from Rotterdam center - 13 km.
The Oude Kerk is usually considered as a single complex with an old cemetery. It is located on its territory. There are about 400 burials on it. The graves of famous military figures, politicians, as well as artists and cultural figures, are located here. The Old Church is located near the canal. It caused it to roll heavily. It was decided to "move" the canal a little before construction began. It was filled in by moving it a few meters. The ground was too soft where the canal had been filled in. Therefore, the foundation began to sink quickly. The church tilted as a result. …
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Guide to your best city break in Rotterdam - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Rotterdam - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Rotterdam?' disappears immediately.