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Rotterdam

City Guide - Rotterdam & Utrecht

About Rotterdam

Rotterdam is a modern port city known for its cutting-edge architecture, cultural diversity, and maritime heritage. Rebuilt after WWII, it boasts Europe's largest seaport and a thriving creative scene.

Rotterdam Cityscape

Culture & Creative Spaces

Boijmans Van Beuningen Depot

The world's first publicly accessible art storage facility

Kunsthal

Contemporary exhibitions from global artists and designers

Witte de Withstraat

Hub for galleries, cafes, and cultural venues

Major Annual Events

International Film Festival Rotterdam

Jan–Feb

North Sea Jazz Festival

July

Summer Carnival (Zomercarnaval)

July – Caribbean street parade

Tuesday Markets
Binnenrotte Centrummarkt
08:00 – 17:30
Biologische Markt Eendrachtsplein
09:00 – 17:30
Wednesday Markets
Afrikaanderplein Rotterdam-Zuid
08:00 – 17:30
Ommoord
08:00 – 17:30
Thursday Markets
Hoogvliet
08:00 – 17:30
IJsselmonde
08:00 – 17:30
Visserijplein Rotterdam-West
08:00 – 17:30
Friday Markets
Alexanderpolder
08:00 – 17:30
Schiebroek
08:00 – 17:30
Asterlo Zuidwijk
08:00 – 17:30
Saturday Markets
Binnenrotte Centrummarkt
08:00 – 17:00
Afrikaanderplein Rotterdam-Zuid
08:00 – 17:00
Visserijplein Rotterdam-West
12:00 – 17:00

Schools & Education

Rotterdam International Secondary School (RISS)
Harbour International Primary School
Erasmiaans Gymnasium – Top-tier Dutch secondary school

Lifestyle & Getting Around

Public Transport

Efficient metro, trams & water taxi services

Cycling

Fietssnelwegen (bike highways) connect suburbs

Architecture

Iconic modern buildings like Markthal and Cube Houses

Tourist Attractions

Erasmusbrug (Erasmus Bridge)
Euromast Observation Tower
SS Rotterdam – Hotel and museum ship
Markthal – Food court with architecture & murals
Markthal Rotterdam

Shopping Centers

Lijnbaan & Beurstraverse

Main shopping zone

Zuidplein

Indoor mall in Rotterdam South

Alexandrium Shopping Center

Retail park with outlet stores

Municipality Contact

Gemeente Rotterdam

Coolsingel 40, 3011 AD Rotterdam

14 010

Rotterdam City Guide

Your comprehensive guide to exploring Rotterdam's culture, attractions, and practical information

Rotterdam - Modern Architecture and Markthal Guide
Markthal Rotterdam Interior

The Famous Markthal

Rotterdam's iconic indoor market featuring stunning architectural design and vibrant ceiling artwork.

Location

Rotterdam, Netherlands - A modern metropolis known for its innovative architecture and bustling port.

Markthal Rotterdam

Architectural Marvel

The Markthal is a lively indoor market with apartments along its arched roof, representing one of Rotterdam's most innovative architectural achievements. This modernist structure combines residential living with commercial market space in a unique horseshoe-shaped design.

Opened: October 1, 2014
Inaugurated by: Queen Máxima

Horn of Plenty Artwork

The roof's interior displays a massive artwork called 'Horn of Plenty,' created by Dutch artists Arno Coenen and Iris Roskam. This spectacular ceiling art resembles a modern-day Sistine Chapel.

Size: 11,000 sqm wide
Features: Digitally projected fruits, vegetables, seeds, fish, flowers, and insects

Rotterdam's Modern Architecture

Rotterdam Architecture

Innovative Urban Design

Rotterdam stands out as a city that embraces bold architectural experiments and modern urban planning solutions.

Rotterdam Cityscape

Contemporary Landmarks

The city features a unique blend of residential and commercial spaces that showcase cutting-edge architectural design.

Rotterdam Highlights

Major Port City

Europe's largest port, connecting the Netherlands to global trade networks.

Educational Hub

Home to renowned universities and research institutions driving innovation.

Culinary Scene

Diverse food culture centered around the famous Markthal and local restaurants.

Discover Rotterdam - Where Modern Architecture Meets Rich Culture

Europoort and the two Maasvlakten. All belong to the Port of Rotterdam.

Starting as a dam constructed in 1270 on the Rotte River, Rotterdam has grown into a major international commercial centre. The port of Rotterdam is Europe’s busiest port by cargo tonnage, and was the world’s busiest from 1962 until it was surpassed by Shanghai in 2004. Rotterdam’s commercial and strategic importance is based on its location near the mouth of the Nieuwe Maas (New Meuse), a channel in the delta formed by the Rhine and Meuse on the North Sea. These rivers lead directly into the centre of Europe, including the industrial Ruhr region, which is why Rotterdam is often called the “Gateway to Europe”.

The bombing of Rotterdam on May 14, 1940 by Nazi Germany forced the Dutch army to capitulate. The centre of Rotterdam was almost completely destroyed by the Luftwaffe, with 900 civilians killed and 80,000 homeless. Rotterdam was gradually rebuilt from the 1950s through the 1990s. Daring and new styles of apartments, office buildings and recreation facilities resulted in Rotterdam becoming a city of modern architecture and the only city in the Netherlands with an impressive modern skyline.

Shopping at Rotterdam

Rotterdam’s weekly street markets

Here are some of our favorite street markets in Rotterdam!

Starting as a dam constructed in 1270 on the Rotte River, Rotterdam has grown into a major international commercial centre. The port of Rotterdam is Europe’s busiest port by cargo tonnage, and was the world’s busiest from 1962 until it was surpassed by Shanghai in 2004. Rotterdam’s commercial and strategic importance is based on its location near the mouth of the Nieuwe Maas (New Meuse), a channel in the delta formed by the Rhine and Meuse on the North Sea. These rivers lead directly into the centre of Europe, including the industrial Ruhr region, which is why Rotterdam is often called the “Gateway to Europe”.

Starting as a dam constructed in 1270 on the Rotte River, Rotterdam has grown into a major international commercial centre. The port of Rotterdam is Europe’s busiest port by cargo tonnage, and was the world’s busiest from 1962 until it was surpassed by Shanghai in 2004. Rotterdam’s commercial and strategic importance is based on its location near the mouth of the Nieuwe Maas (New Meuse), a channel in the delta formed by the Rhine and Meuse on the North Sea. These rivers lead directly into the centre of Europe, including the industrial Ruhr region, which is why Rotterdam is often called the “Gateway to Europe”.

Flavours of Rotterdam

Tuesday Markets

Binnenrotte Centrummarkt

08:00 – 17:30

Biologische Markt Eendrachtsplein

09:00 – 17:30

Wednesday Markets

Afrikaanderplein Rotterdam-Zuid

08:00 – 17:30

Ommoord

08:00 – 17:30

Thursday Markets

Hoogvliet

08:00 – 17:30

IJsselmonde

08:00 – 17:30

Visserijplein Rotterdam-West

08:00 – 17:30

Friday Markets

Alexanderpolder

08:00 – 17:30

Schiebroek

08:00 – 17:30

Asterlo Zuidwijk

08:00 – 17:30

Saturday Markets

Binnenrotte Centrummarkt

08:00 – 17:00

Afrikaanderplein Rotterdam-Zuid

08:00 – 17:00

Visserijplein Rotterdam-West

12:00 – 17:00

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