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Wander off like a do-rist

Rotterdam is never boring. Follow in the footsteps of Rotterdam’s locals, to experience the city as it really is. Check out their favourites but mostly, follow your own path.

Do Rotterdam like a local

For local delicacies, visit the Rotterdamse Oogstmarkt, a delicious and sustainable farmers’ market on Noordplein. Look for yourself in the 1664 mirrors of Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen, the very first public art depot in the world. Take a watertaxi to Marconistraat: the port industry can still be felt here, alongside the new Makers District M4H, which houses a lot of creatives (Studio Roosegaarde, Atelier Van Lieshout). Rent a bike to explore the area, take a look at the Floating Farm where futuristic farming takes place. Then visit the nearby Weelde, a creative free state where you can stop for a drink and a snack. The most beautiful park is Het Park at the Euromast, where lush greenery and iconic architecture meet right next to the city centre. When visiting Het Park, don’t forget to stop by the hidden historic gardens of Schoonoord. More local tips? Check www.dorotterdam.com.

Do it like Charlotte & Barend

Charlotte Damen, owner of Lilith Coffee and Pele Surf Shack & Barend Lippens, musician/producer, will tell you more about the vibrant Hoek van Holland and their favourite hidden gems in Rotterdam.

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Do it like Berend

Wondering where you should go if you want to discover green spots in unusual places? Berend van Zanten, co-owner of campaign agency Groenemorgen for sustainable ideas, will tell you more about the green hidden gems in the city.

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Do it like Tim & Ozzy

Curious about all that Rotterdam Noord has to offer? Tim, owner of restaurant Holy Ravioli and his partner Ozzy will tell you all about it.

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Do it like Siobhan

Siobhan Burger, co-owner of Arttenders, will tell you more about her favourite hidden gems in Rotterdam Zuid!

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Do it like Ton

Always wanted to know where the director of the ss Rotterdam likes to have lunch? The man himself: Ton Wesselink, loves to tell you all about it.

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The best routes and tours and places to rent a bike

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Lunchrooms, coffee lounges, cocktail bars, restaurants, markets and food events

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Glamorous cocktail bars, classic pubs, hip and happening dance clubs

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From trendy hostels to luxurious boutique hotels

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Tips for a warm winter weekend in the city on the ...

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Tips for a warm winter weekend in the city on the Maas! 🤍❄️ The trees are bare and the city birds have taken shelter, but Rotterdam itself never sleeps. We are more than happy that the catering and the cultural sector opened their doors again after several weeks of closure 🎉 After this covid break, we love to help you get on the right track for a warm winter weekend in Rotterdam ☃️ Make a pub crawl and visit the timeless pub @cafestallesrotterdam , @cafemeliefbender (from 1876!), Belgian beer Café @bbcboudewijn or @cafesteijn 🍻 Finish with a cup of pea soup (known as ‘snert’ in Dutch) from @cafe.bakeliet. For some audiovisual indulgence, go to @lantarenvenster or @cineramafilmtheater, for a good laugh, to @comedyclubhaug 🎭 The cultural climate in Rotterdam is also very pleasant outside the festival season ❄️ Check out our #linkinbio for more tips! 📷 @ernst.wagensveld #dorotterdam #differentkindoftourist #dorist #rotterdammakeithappen

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The International Film Festival Rotterdam is the ...

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The International Film Festival Rotterdam is the biggest film festival in the Netherlands. This year, the festival will take place online from 26 January to 6 February due to the current Covid-19 measures. Luckily, you can still watch a lot of great films. Here are some foreign films to put on your bucket list this edition 🎞️ Tralala, France 🇫🇷 Mathieu Amalric shines as a street musician in this quirky French musical that travels from Paris to Lourdes. There, comedy directors Arnaud and Jean-Marie Larrieu play with religious apparitions, delusions and the search for a new identity 🍿 Please Baby Please, USA 🇺🇸 In this movie a decent couple discovers new sides of love, after meeting a gang of tough gangsters. With a beautiful supporting role by Demi Moore as the woman who has everything 🎥 #dorotterdam #differentkindoftourist #dorist #rotterdammakeithappen 📷 @melaniesamat @iffr

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Today, travel website @timetomomo_com presents the...

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Today, travel website @timetomomo_com presents the top 10 trendiest neighbourhoods of Europe 🌍 According to the fans of Time to Momo, the Rotterdam district Katendrecht is the eighth best neighbourhood of Europe. We couldn't be more proud! 🏆🏅 What was once the red light district of the harbours, is now, according to Time to Momo, a working class district with an industrial look and an urban & alternative atmosphere. Curious? Come and discover it yourself! 🥰 We congratulate Psiri in Athens, Greece for winning the honorary title @thisisathens 🇬🇷 📷 @omlette06 #dorotterdam #differentkindoftourist #dorist #rotterdammakeithappen

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Have you checked out @rotterdamroutes yet?! The ...

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Have you checked out @rotterdamroutes yet?! The Rotterdam Routes app takes you on a journey through the city. It tells the story of Rotterdam through the eyes of real Rotterdammers. 💚 Real Rotterdam Route Ari Deelder – director, scriptwriter, DJ and ‘daughter of poet Jules Deelder (Rotterdam’s night mayor)’ – takes you on a trip through colourful streets and mysterious alleyways. Did you now that Rotterdam has a real life shawarma boulevard? ✨ 🤍 Rotterdam Port City Route Discover the origins of Rotterdam’s shipping success. A route along the centre’s oldest ports, over the Erasmusbrug, past skyscrapers at the Kop van Zuid. Including a trip by water taxi over the Maas to the stately Veerhaven. Leo Hogenboom – actor and Rotterdammer born and bred – takes you on a stroll through the ports in the heart of Rotterdam ⚓🪝 You can download the Rotterdam Routes app for free at the Google Play Store or AppStore to check out all the other cool routes📲🚶🏻🌟 📷 @rotterdamroutes #dorotterdam #differentkindoftourist #dorist #rotterdammakeithappen

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What's your favourite street art piece in ...

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What's your favourite street art piece in Rotterdam? 🎨 With the free @rewriters010 app you can find amazing street art walks in Rotterdam 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ 🎨: @tymondelaat 📷: @weekendsinrotterdam #dorotterdam #differentkindoftourist #dorist #rotterdammakeithappen

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The Schielandshuis, built in a time when ...

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The Schielandshuis, built in a time when Coolsingel was still a canal and the skyline of Rotterdam was determined by the Laurenskerk. The Schielandshuis has the appearance of a city palace. It is no coincidence that the French emperor Napoleon and Alexander, the Tsar of Russia, once slept here. A beautiful piece of history in the heart of the city 🌟🏰 Thank you for the great picture & congratulations for winning Shoutout Monday @adriankracphotography 🤍 #shoutoutmonday #rotterdam #dorotterdam #rotterdammakeithappen

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Hey Do-rist! During our Rotterdam advent days we ...

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Hey Do-rist! During our Rotterdam advent days we count down the days until Christmas by sharing an exciting activity every day! 🎅🎄 3️⃣ The Schoonoord Historical Garden 🍁🍂 Visit The Schoonoord Historical Garden: a beautiful time capsule of an early 19th-century private garden. Because of its historical elements, unique location and over 1000 plant species, Schoonoord has been designated a protected national monument. The park is open daily from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m and can be found at Kievitslaan 8. 📷 @travander.nl #dorotterdam #differentkindoftourist #dorist #rotterdammakeithappen

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