The Cool District is the central commercial district of Rotterdam, popular with shoppers for its fashion boutiques and department stores. With bars, clubs, and theatres, it is also a top location for those looking for some evening entertainment.
Head immediately north to Oude Noorden to further indulge in some evening entertainment. Not only does this upmarket area have fancy bars and restaurants, it has funky jazz clubs, sultry wine bars, and a diverse range of pubs, and clubs.
Music fans will feel at home near Nieuwe Binnenweg, a strip in Oude Westen known for its clubs and live music venues. The area is also ideal for art lovers who can indulge in its contemporary galleries and cinemas.
Families and culture cats might prefer to stay close to Museumpark in Nieuwe Werk. While the area is just a few minutes’ walk from the Cool District, its vast museum-filled parks offer a slower pace of life, and plenty to see and do.
The modern and eclectic Stadsdriehoek, immediately east of the Cool District, is a hipster haven thanks to its bohemian waterfront bars, coffee shops, and eateries, including the famous Markthal.
As Rotterdam is a very modern city, you may want to stay in Delfshaven and experience its historic side too. As one of the only surviving neighbourhoods post WWII, it provides a beautiful contrast to the modern city you’ll be exploring.
Rotterdam is connected by both an underground and a tram system, which makes it easy to explore the city no matter where you stay.
