Our blogs

At Rotterdam Tourist Information we like to tell you what’s going on in town. But rather, let others tell their story. Below you can read why our (inter) national bloggers love Rotterdam, what the favorite addresses of (known) ‘Rotterdammers’ are and where our employees like to come!

10 original takeaways in Rotterdam

In a crisis, you recognise the creative entrepreneur, and Rotterdam certainly has plenty! Our city is blessed with cuisines from many different countries, styles and stars. The businesses themselves may be closed, but the entrepreneurs behind them continue to work. They’re helping us – Rotterdam locals, visitors, enthusiasts – through this tedious time, by satisfying our literal and figurative hunger for good taste. The next time you’re out for a walk in Rotterdam, take a detour past these original takeaway addresses!

22 Feb 2021

Five new Rotterdam icons

Five new icons are waiting patiently for visitors and the admiration they bring. The tallest tower in the Benelux, the first floating farm in the world, and a unique public reflective art depot.

22 Jan 2021

Joycy visits Vegan Junk Food Bar and Kunsthal Rotterdam

When it comes to eating vegan, Rotterdam has seen some healthy transformations these last few years. There’s a multitude of excellent places, but the recent addition of Vegan Junk Food Bar has definitely been a game-changer in the city’s culinary scene.

20 Sep 2019 by Joycy

Rousing rhythms on the Maas

What do jazz and the party scene in the 90s have in common? Rob Noordhoek from Museum Rotterdam tells us about the rise of both music trends in this blog.

14 Jun 2019 by Rob Noordhoek

Spend the night in an architectonic object

In historical Delfshaven, you can stay overnight in one of Culture Campsite’s unique objects. One of the initiators, Laura Abbink, tells more about the small-scale sleeping phenomenon and the possibilities.

1 May 2019 by Laura Abbink

Mesmerize Your Five Senses

Eating out in Rotterdam has always been about more than fries, cheese and herring, yet all too often people don’t know what to expect of the culinary scene in the City of Architecture. Rotterdam is a mosaic of people, cultures, food and architecture and the city’s rich diversity all comes together at Rest...

30 Jan 2019 by Joycy

5 Mexican Food Hotspots You Have to Try in Rotterdam

Rotterdam is a bustling cultural melting pot that will inspire all your senses. The city of architecture has an incredible food scene and there’s one particular cuisine you can’t miss when visiting: Mexican. From the recently opened Salsa Shop which combines the best of both fast food and casual dining to...

9 May 2018 by Jocelina

5 Unique Shops for DIY, Handmade & Colorful Gifts

Rotterdam is a vibrant city that continues to surprise me in every way even after living here for so long. Every few months a new hotspot will open making it a fresh and surprising city to live in and visit. But it’s also a hidden gem when it comes to shopping.

16 Dec 2017 by Martine and Jocy

Summer in Rotterdam (by Macca and Chloe)

Travel bloggers Chloe Gunning (from Wanderlust Chloe) and Macca Sherifi (from A Brit and a Broad) love sharing their adventures from around the world through videos, photos and blogs. They also visited in Rotterdam and want to show you why Rotterdam is the place to be during the summer.

31 Aug 2016 by Macca and Chloe

Old Dutch Route

The Dutch are considered to be down to earth, open minded and good merchants, but we lack in one characteristic: patriotism. We are happy to be Dutch, but rather focus on the things still to be improved than marvel over the beauties we own. Unjustified in my opinion, because we have many beautiful sights and ...

22 Jun 2016 by