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2 SCHOUWBURGPLEIN Schouwburgplein, designed by Adriaan Geuze, is enclosed by De Doelen, the Rotterdamse Schouwburg theatre and Path cinema. This exceptional variation on the classic city square, on the roof of a car park, is a lively social hotspot surrounded by outdoor cafs. Acclaimed by architecture critics all over the world, the design consists of a lightweight metal construction incorporating wood, rubber and concrete. 3 LIJNBAAN The busy shopping street in the heart of downtown Rotterdam was opened in 1953. It was Europes first car-free shopping promenade. The concept of traffic-free pedestrian boulevards with awnings to keep shoppers dry was adopted all over the world. Shops of all sizes line the street now, including major brands and chain stores like Tommy Hilfiger, Mango and Invito. 4 CITY HALL On 15 July 1915, Queen Wilhelmina laid the first stone for City Hall on Coolsingel. This historic building in neo-Renaissance style, a design by Henri Evers, is symmetric in structure, built around an inner courtyard with the main entrance in the middle. The inner courtyard, in use as a small park, can be accessed via the street that crosses through City Hall. 5 BEURSTRAVERSE The sunken shopping passage, known locally as the shopping gutter, crosses under Coolsingel. The traverse links two important shopping streets, Lijnbaan and Hoogstraat, via the Beursplein underground metro station. The arcades along the tiny shops that line the walls were designed by Jon Jerde, the American guru of fun-shopping.

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6 BEURS/WTC The 1928 stock exchange was the first building in Rotterdam to be restored to its former glory following the 1940 bombardment. The World Trade Center, a twenty-story office building in the form of a flattened ellipse that was built on top of the exchange hall, was added in 1986. Brasserie Staal, at the foot of the WTC tower, has an outdoor seating area frequented by conference attendees and shoppers alike. 7 THE MEENT The Meent and surroundings are rapidly developing into one of Rotterdams most prominent and dynamic shopping areas. Hip and happening concept stores like SuperTrash and the UGG shop attract an alternative audience, making this a great place for trend-spotting. The area caters to every taste in terms of food and drinks: grand cafs and stylish restaurants, trendy pubs and cosy ice cream parlours. 12 8

tions, lectures, shows and events. Its permanent exhibition, entitled A monument full of stories, reveals its illustrious past.
10 ERASMUS The statue of Desiderius Erasmus from 1622 is the oldest bronze statue in the Netherlands. As one of the most important humanist philosophers, Erasmus is world-famous. He was born in Rotterdam around 1468 and has come to symbolise the city of his birth.

TIP: One of the biggest markets in all of Europe is held on Binnenrotte. The market is currently open on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
11 URBAN ESPRESSOBAR This minimalist little espresso bar with the trendy interior not only makes great coffee, but also serves delicious sandwiches, soup and fresh juice. Ideal for lunch or a nice spot to sit down and relax. 12 CUBE HOUSES Architect Piet Blom was commissioned to build an unusual bridge over the busy arterial road between Blaak and Oude Haven. The famous result is the Cube Houses, also known as the Blaakse Bos forest. Number 70 is a museum house that showcases the interior. The Stayokay hostel in one of the Cube Houses is also worth checking out if youd like to stay overnight for a first-hand experience. 13 OUDE HAVEN Historic ships contrast beautifully with the modern backdrop of the inner harbour of Oude Haven. In warm weather, the sidewalk cafs are packed all evening. Even when the season

8 DUDOK The restaurants name comes from famous Dutch architect Willem Dudok, who designed the imposing office building, now one of the most famous cafs and restaurants in Rotterdam. As many authentic details as possible have been retained in the large, open-plan space. Dudok has an excellent atmosphere for enjoying the Mediterranean cuisine or its famous apple pie. 9 LAURENSKERK Named after St Laurence, the patron saint of the city, this Late Gothic church received its current shape around 1525, but took heavy damage during the bombardment on 14 May 1940. It now stands in striking contrast to the new architecture that has been added to Rotterdam since then. Besides its regular church services, the building now also hosts tours, concerts, exhibi-

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is brisk, many locals find their way to Oude Haven to dine, drink and dance. Also includes popular student hangouts.
14 WITTE HUIS 45 metres and eleven stories high, this 1898 office building designed by architect W. Molenbroek was the first skyscraper in Europe. Rather than the steel construction considered modern at the time, the architect used thick load-bearing walls made of brick. The faade is clad in white-glazed brick decorated with mosaics and Art Nouveau images. The building is surrounded by sidewalk cafs.

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RED APPLE Playfully referencing NYCs Big Apple, the Red Apple residential tower designed by architect Kees Christiaanse gets its name from the colour and from the apple market that once stood here. The high-profile, bright red lines on the faade of the 124-metre tower narrow towards the top, emphasising the sleek shape of the building.
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Splash offers a playful way for kids aged 4 to 10 to explore the maritime life.
18 WATERTAXI The ultimate way to travel from A to B and savour the authentic flavour of Rotterdam is the water taxi. These fast boats offer passenger transport seven days a week from various boarding points.

VERWOESTE STAD This bronze artwork made in 1951 by Ossip Zadkine is the citys main war monument. The gaping hole in the body symbolises how Rotterdam was cut to the heart by the German bombardment.
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TIP: An adventurous alternative for part of this walking route: Take the water taxi to Hotel New York and continue the route from there.
19 ERASMUS BRIDGE The Erasmus Bridge, designed by architect Ben van Berkel in 1996, is the definitive icon of Rotterdam. The 800-metre bridge spans the Maas River and links the north and south of Rotterdam. The suspension bridge has a 139-metre-high steel pylon which is secured with 40 cables. The shape of the pylon gave the bridge its nickname, The Swan.

MARITIEM MUSEUM ROTTERDAM The oldest shipping museum in the Netherlands currently curates a collection comprising half a million maritime objects. Its diverse exhibitions include Main Port Live, an impressive multimedia presentation of the dynamic port city of Rotterdam. Especially for the smallest visitors, the hands-on interactive childrens exhibition Professor
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DE ROTTERDAM Designed by renowned architect Rem Koolhaas, De Rotterdam was completed at the end of 2013. The multifunctional, sustainably designed building consists of three towers in close proximity, soaring nearly 150 metres high; their top half is slightly shifted compared to their bottom half. The three linked towers are a vertical city of high-class flats, a 4-star hotel, offices, shops, restaurants, fitness, parking and cultural functions.
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manent exhibition featuring 2,000 masterpieces from its collection, drawn from all over the world, and organises several high-profile theme exhibitions every year. The historic building also houses a store and bookshop, as well as a restaurant with an excellent lunch and dinner menu. VEERHAVEN The Veerhaven inner harbour is frequently referred to as one of the most beautiful spots in Rotterdam. The citys history still shines through clearly here. The harbour is currently home port and stop-off point for historic ships that still sail the seas, as well as more modern sailing ships inspired by nautical history. Its excellent location and facilities makes Veerhaven a popular port of call on major international shipping routes.
26 27 EUROMAST The Euromast, designed in 1960 by H.A. Maaskant for that years Floriade show, is the highest observation tower in the Netherlands. The observation deck at 100 metres offers a fantastic 360-degree panorama of the city. Take it to the next level and board the rotating Euroscoop lift to go all the way up to 185 metres. Daredevils can abseil or rope-slide from the Euromast, but its also a great spot to enjoy a cup of coffee or get lunch or dinner with a great view. 28 WESTELIJK HANDELSTERREIN The stately faades of the Scheepvaartkwartier conceal the Westelijk Handelsterrein, a late 19th-century listed building consisting of 36 warehouses distributed over two levels. When the complex was rebuilt as a public venue, many characteristic elements were preserved. The gorgeous glass roof encloses galleries featuring modern art, as well as restaurants and shops with an intriguing range of options.

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Maas, is an attraction in its own right. From 1873 until the mid1970s, thousands of passengers departed for America from here. The former arrival and departure hall of the Holland-America Line is part of our industrial heritage. Many cruise ships dock here these days. The popular sidewalk caf on the waterfront offers a grand vista overlooking the Nieuwe Maas.
22 HOTEL NEW YORK One of the most beautiful historic buildings in the city, Hotel New York stands at the tip of the Wilhelmina Pier. Once the headquarters of the Holland-America Line, it is now a hotel and restaurant that still evokes the delightful grandeur of the past. In addition to the extensive menu, the restaurant also offers a broad range of fresh fish. Dinner can also be served on the terrace by the river - or you can sit in a waterfront beach chair and enjoy the ships sailing past. 23 FLOATING PAVILION The floating pavilion in Rijnhaven inner harbour consists of three interlinked globes, the largest of which is 24 metres in diameter. Using sustainable, flexible building practices, the pavilion is also a pilot for floating urbanisation in Rotterdam.

SPIDO Spido offers various boat tours, giving you a whole new perspective on Rotterdam. Experience the imposing architecture and skyline of the city alongside the bustling port activity in one of the worlds biggest ports. As huge ocean liners and inland ships pass by, an audiovisual tour tells you about the shipping route and the sights you see along the way.
24 25 WERELDMUSEUM The Wereldmuseum Rotterdam is a cultural convergence that tantalises all the senses. The museum has a free per-

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29 KUNSTHAL ROTTERDAM Exhibition hall designed by Rem Koolhaas, which hosts about 25 shows a year. It covers the full spectrum, displaying old art, new art, design & photography, from elitist to popular. The adjacent Museumpark, also designed by Koolhaas, consists of a paved zone around the Kunsthal, a romantic zone with trees and a pedestrian bridge, an asphalted city zone for events, and a well-tended orchard. 30 NETHERLANDS ARCHITECTURE INSTITUTE (NAI) / THE NEW INSTITUTE The NAi (architecture), Premsela (fashion+design) and Virtual Platform (e-culture) joined forces in 2013 to form the New Institute. The striking building, designed in 1993 by architect Jo Coenen, houses a museum of architecture, design and e-culture. Besides its archives and library, it also includes a bookshop and a cosy museum caf on the waterfront.

Crossing points divide the skate park into three zones: a circular course for skating on, a zone with 11 stainless steel obstacles for stunt skating, and a green oasis for taking breaks and relaxing. Art collective 75b designed the asphalt coating so the colours would correspond to the placement of the obstacles.
35 OUDE & NIEUWE BINNENWEG Together, Oude Binnenweg and Nieuwe Binnenweg form one long trail filled with surprising shops and entertainment venues. From pubs, cafs, night bars and restaurants to cutting-edge pop music venues, Binnenweg guarantees loads of fun until deep in the night. Art & design aficionados will also enjoy the areas numerous furniture and design shops.

MUSEUM BOIJMANS VAN BEUNINGEN The most important museum in Rotterdam is Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, which has an extensive collection of classic and modern art. Boijmans displays a diverse range of old and new masters, from Rembrandt to Dal. The Collection II showcases an exceptional array of art and design. Temporary exhibitions present innovative work by contemporary Dutch and international artists and designers.
31 32 WITTE DE WITHSTRAAT The ultimate arts and culture street in Rotterdam is known for its artistic, multicultural atmosphere and dynamic nightlife. Sometimes referred to as the citys Axis of Art, it runs from Museumpark to the Maritiem Museum and is lined in galleries, avant-garde fashion boutiques and art cafs. It would be easy to spend all day and night there and never get bored. 33 BAZAR Bazar is a hotel and exotic eatery that does justice to its name; the colourful tables, eye-catching lamps and cheerful music resemble a market in some exotic holiday destination. Dominated by delicious dishes from North Africa and the Middle East, the menu is affordably priced. 34 SKATEPARK WESTBLAAK The skate park covers the entire central berm of Westblaak.

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36 SANTA CLAUS The controversial Santa Claus sculpture by American artist Paul McCarthy, colloquially known as the Buttplug Gnome, is part of the Westersingel sculpture route, which runs from Kruiskade to Westzeedijk. All but 3 of the 17 sculptures along this route are part of Rotterdams international collection of artworks. 37 CHINA TOWN This part of Rotterdam derives its name from the many Chinese businesses which set the tone around the start of the shopping street at Kruisplein. But China Town is much more than Chinese restaurants, supermarkets and specialty shops. The area is a lively melting pot of cultures, as the cuisine attests: from roti to tasty curries and exotic products, its all available here.

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38 MINI MALL The fashion, music, art, design and lifestyle products and tasty food in this versatile hot spot under the first seven archways of the former Hofplein Station attract many local and international visitors day in and day out. The BIRD jazz club, for example, serves lunch and dinner accompanied by a soundscape of jazz, soul, hiphop, funk and new electronica.

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39 LA CAZUELA Where Proveniersstraat meets Molenwaterweg, the many local restaurants serve a variety of international specialties. La Cazuela is a traditional Mediterranean restaurant, definitely worth checking out if you love Catalan, Galician or Basque cuisine. Fresh ingredients, lots of fish and other seafood, classic paella and of course every tapas under the sun.

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ROTOWN For over 20 years, this famous music valhalla on the vibrant Nieuwe Binnenweg has been the best place to see live shows by a wide range of excellent bands - big names and artists on the brink of discovery. Many musicians now playing to packed halls in Ahoy, Paradiso or the HMH had their Dutch debut here. Besides loads of live music at Rotown, you can enjoy a great cup of coffee, their own world-famous cheesecake, or one of their amazing sandwiches. Nieuwe Binnenweg 17
40 41 DE GOUVERNESTRAAT De Gouvernestraat Theater is a theatre, production house, meeting point and cultural venue for all ages. Theatre producers, performers and artists of all sorts enjoy the chance to develop their talents here. In addition to staging contemporary dance and theatre shows, De Gouvernestraat also hosts festivals and other cultural events. Gouvernestraat 133 40 38

NEVER A DULL MOMENT IN ROTTERDAM! EXPLORE NEW PARTS OF THE CITY AND ENJOY THE SURPRISE.
The citys lively, young creative sector generates a wealth of fun galleries and trendy cafs. Prefer to venture off the beaten track? Then the Mini Mall under the arches of the former Hofplein Station will tickle your fancy. Or check out the latest music at WORM, a club decorated using 100% recycled materials.

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42 WORM WORM is an institute for avant-garde recreation, presenting experimental music and images with daring and panache. WORM organises concerts, film screenings, workshops, festivals, cultural exchanges and other events. They also have a film studio, a sound studio and a shop selling a vast array of cult films, books and music. Boomgaardsstraat 71 43 TENT/WITTE DE WITH CENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART Both TENT and Witte de With Centre for Contemporary Art are located in a characteristic old schoolhouse on the cultural thoroughfare of Witte de Withstraat. TENT is an exhibition space presenting contemporary Rotterdam art in 1,000 m2. The Witte de With Centre for Contemporary Art is an internationally renowned institute hosting prominent avant-garde exhibitions. Film nights, debates and open evenings are held regularly. Witte de Withstraat 50 44 SHOWROOM MAMA MAMA Showroom for Media and Moving Art is an exhibition space run by the Public Art Squad Foundation. Many of its exhibitions and projects are on the cutting edge of visual arts and popular culture. Its experimental shows cater to target audiences aged 16 to 26. MAMA is small, so its easy to see everything on display, but the shows are always exciting, surprising and provocatively disconcerting. Witte de Withstraat 31 45 TIKIS Tikis is a Hawaiian surf bar and grill in the heart of Rotterdam. Its often packed in the weekends, serving delicious food and drinks. The interior is a perfect match for

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the rockabilly music. Its tropical atmosphere is enhanced by bamboo decor and Polynesian gadgets: Hawaii on the Maas! Hartmansstraat 16a CASCADE The 8-metre polyester sculpture by Atelier van Lieshout represents on-going developments in consumer society. The emptying oil barrels, once icons of Rotterdams port, symbolise the depletion of natural resources. Cascade is part of Rotterdams international sculpture collection of famous artworks in the public spaces of downtown Rotterdam.
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47 RESTAURANT TINTO Tinto is a restaurant on a unique 42-metre light vessel docked in the Wijnhaven inner harbour in Rotterdam city centre. The historic ship has been converted into a restaurant, serving a wide range of tapas and a number of typical SpanishPortuguese dishes. Tinto uses organic meat sourced from animal-friendly farms as much as possible. Wijnhaven 101 48 PICKNICK Picknick serves delicious breakfasts and lunch platters, and of course good old-fashioned picnics. If youre going on a picnic in the park, in the city or in your own backyard, pick one of their two picnic packages or put together your own. Picknick also sells its own homemade jams, lemon curd, chutneys and dairy specialties. Mariniersweg 259

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49 DEPOT Depot Rotterdam is an interior studio and design firm with an assorted range of classic and contemporary designs, as well as furniture from its own studio. Depot also offers a select array of textiles, wallpapers and designer items for original gifts.

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50 DELIBIRD Authentic Thai cuisine in a beautifully restored building, on the recently renovated Deliplein on Katendrecht. Where sailors once stumbled from pub to pub not all that long ago, Katendrecht (also known as The Cape) has been rediscovered and now has many extraordinary culinary and cultural initiatives. Delistraat 46c 51 RAAF A hotbed of talent, 100% vegetarian cuisine and the cultural hub of South Rotterdam: that is RAAF (Rotterdam Art Adventure Food). RAAF presents an annual series of exhibitions by established and emerging artists, expositions and a cultural programme of debates, film, music, workshops and more. RAAF is also a vegetarian lunchroom using local products and recipes, and serves excellent coffee. Hillelaan 19

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FROM MODERN ARCHITECTURE TO CUTTING-EDGE ART AND CULTURE, LET ROTTERDAM INSPIRE YOU!

Rotterdam is famous for its modern architecture, but the city also has a wealth of history and many historic parks. Aficionados of culture and the arts will love the many museums and art institutes. And the fun doesnt stop when the sun goes down; catch a concert in De Doelen or see an exceptional cult film in LantarenVenster.

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52 ROTTERDAMSE SCHOUWBURG The Rotterdamse Schouwburg stages over 500 shows a year, ranging from classical ballet to experimental multimedia theatre. Theatre, dance, opera and plays by all the main Dutch performance groups can be enjoyed here, including shows by the Scapino Ballet and the Ro Theater from Rotterdam. Impressive performance groups from other countries also make regular appearances. Schouwburgplein 25

DE UNIE The striking building that houses De Unie is a reproduction by architect Carel Weeber, based on the original by J.J.P. Oud which was destroyed during WWII. De Unie is now a platform for debate, art and culture. In 1934, the chairs in the caf & restaurant were produced especially for De Unie.
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54 VIVID The VIVID art gallery, housed in The Red Apple by architect Kees Christiaanse, shows why Dutch Design receives worldwide acclaim. View art, experience art, and purchase contemporary artworks by various artists at VIVID.

56 NRC The Nieuw Rotterdams Caf, situated in the historic office building once occupied by the NRC newspaper, is also known as the living room of Witte de Withstraat. The different rooms distributed across two levels cater to every preference: breakfast, lunch or dinner, drinks or a dance in gorgeous vintage surroundings. Witte de Withstraat 63

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55 SCHIELANDSHUIS The Schielandhuis, built in Dutch classicist style with baroque details, is one of the oldest buildings in Rotterdam. It was named after the Schieland polder and dike board that occupied the building in 1665. The building was ravaged by fire in 1864; although it was rebuilt soon after, it was not restored to its original state. The Schielandshuis was fully refurbished between 1981-1985. Korte Hoogstraat 31

HUIS SONNEVELD The Sonneveld house is one of the best-preserved examples of Dutch modernist architecture. The characteristic emphasis on light, air and space, made possible by using new materials and a steel skeleton, were expressed in very spacious living areas with large ribbon windows and a roof terrace. As part of the NAi / New Institute, the Sonneveld house is a museum home open to the public. Jongkindstraat 12
57 58 VLAAMSCH BROODHUYS/BAKERS CAF The Vlaamsch Broodhuys may well have the most succulent sourdough bread in the country. Made using authentic artisanal methods and the very best ingredients. In the Bakers Caf, that famous sourdough bread is the foundation for delicious sandwiches. Or buy a loaf to enjoy later at home!

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59 DELFSHAVEN Known internationally as the birthplace of Dutch naval hero Piet Heyn, Delfshaven was also the port of departure for the Pilgrim Fathers on their way to North America. This nostalgic, intimate area with its expansive waterfront, canals and historic buildings and courtyards is a great place to shop to your hearts content in the many charming shops and studios, or have dinner and drinks in restaurants like Millers or De Pelgrim.

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60 DE MACHINIST Prospective sailors and pilots once walked these halls. The restaurant is based in the former Shipping Academy, making it a quintessential Rotterdam location. The menu includes several truly authentic classics of Dutch cuisine. De Machinist caters to a diverse group, ranging from young entrepreneurs who have offices on the upper floors of the building to people living in the local community. Willem Buytewechstraat 45 61 HET PARK & PARK SCHOONOORD The biggest park in downtown Rotterdam is situated in the shadow of the Euromast. Its romantic landscaping, old-growth trees and curving waterways offer a pleasant and welcoming environment. Schoonoord, just adjacent to Het Park along Kievitslaan, is a gorgeous national park. Surrounded by old buildings, it offers a rare oasis of rest. Admission to Schoonoord is free of charge, but only during its opening hours.

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NEDERLANDS FOTOMUSEUM The museum curates over 130 archives of work by Dutch photographers, encompassing a rich overview of 100 years of Dutch photography history. In addition to its temporary exhibitions of famous names and talented young photographers, visitors can view the digital collection or visit the extensive photography library. Wilhelminakade 332
62 63 LANTARENVENSTER LantarenVenster is Rotterdams definitive theatre for the better class of films and the best jazz in town. A hundred concerts are hosted here every year, from jazz, pop and singersongwriter to world music. Its five cinemas present a new line-up of films week in and week out. The films and concerts, the location, the caf and restaurant, the ambiance, the stunning view and wonderful people combine to make LantarenVenster an extraordinary cultural experience.

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LOVE TO SHOP AT UNIQUE FASHION BOUTIQUES OR PATRONISE EXCLUSIVE ENTERTAINMENT VENUES? ROTTERDAM HAS THE GLAMOUR YOURE LOOKING FOR.
Metropolitan shopping at its finest! Lots open on Sundays, too, from designer shoes at Shoebaloo to racy lingerie designed by Marlies Dekkers. Enjoy a delicious dinner and hit the town in urban elegance at stylish spots like Level and Blender.

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64 DE TUIN This charming restaurant is situated in a beautiful historic building by the spice mills along the Kralingse Plas. Not only a great place for dinner, De Tuin also regularly has live music and hosts parties and celebrations. De Tuin means dining, drinks and dancing in style along the waterfront. 69 LOKALHEROZ LokalHeroz is an all-inclusive store for the new-fashioned man, welcoming its visitors with a whole new shopping experience: relaxed and refreshing, offering fun surprises time after time. The time for shop-hopping is over: at LokalHeroz, todays man can find everything he needs for his lifestyle. Oppert 294 70 LEVEL This cocktail bar and restaurant serves absolutely incredible cocktails. The bartenders at Level have been inspired by Europes very best cocktail bars and won prizes in national and international cocktail competitions. If your favourite blend isnt on their very extensive menu, the bartenders would be happy to shake, stir or blend the perfect cocktail of your preference. Pannekoekstraat 76a

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65 DE DOELEN De Doelen is named after the music centre that once stood on the site, which was destroyed in the May 1940 bombardment. The concert hall and conference centre, acclaimed for its excellent acoustics, is home to the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra. De Doelen offers a wide-ranging and popular range of music, from classical to easy, modern and world music.

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Each store has its own unique character, its own shoes and its own interior; no two Shoebaloos are the same. Walking into the store is like entering a whole new world of mirrors and organic forms. The interior isnt all that follows the latest fashion; the shoes sold here are cutting-edge trends from world-class brands, including Alexander McQueen, Dolce & Gabbana and Yves Saint Laurent. Kruiskade 57c
67 BIJENKORF The Rotterdam branch of De Bijenkorf is the third biggest in the department store chain. This flagship store sells countless international and Dutch brands of fashion, cosmetics, accessories, home decoration, media and travel products. Architect Marcel Breuer designed the building with a faade clad in hexagonal travertine panels that reference the department stores beehive logo. The artwork by Naum Gabo on Coolsingel is an intrinsic part of the design.

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68 MARLIES DEKKERS Rotterdams own Marlies Dekkers is internationally acclaimed for the trend-setting lingerie she designs. Her seductive creations incorporate a powerful convergence of lines, layers and subtle cut-outs. Everything in the shop is made from recycled materials, from the floor and the walls to the furniture. Marlies Dekkers has another shop on Witte de Withstraat.

71 BLENDER Blender is a cocktail bar, restaurant and club all in one. The industrial interior and exquisitely compiled cocktail menu evokes associations with New Yorks finest bars. The restaurants extensive menu offers intriguing and tantalising dishes. In the weekend, the restaurant transforms into a stylish club after dining hours. Schiedamse Vest 91-93 72 HET EIGENDOM Beautiful wine bar in a historic building on Witte de Withstraat. Enjoy a good glass of wine in an elegant ambiance. With 100 different vintages on the menu, 35 of which can be ordered by glass and are poured at your table, Het Eigendom has the perfect wine for every occasion. Witte de Withstraat 45b

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73 THE HARBOUR CLUB ROTTERDAM The Harbour Club is situated in the building that housed the former Parkzicht in Het Park by the Euromast. Inside, the stately 1912 villa has been stripped down and restyled into a robustly modern restaurant. When the weather is fine, the Harbour Clubs two outdoor terraces offer a great place to sit in the sun. Kievitslaan 25 74 STROOM Stroom is a hotel, bar, lounge and restaurant where hotel patrons, locals and other Rotterdam residents drink, eat, chat and congregate. It offers an informal, warm environment that combines sleek design with the robust architecture of the former power plant. A charming spot with a varied menu serving breakfast, lunch, drinks and dinner. Lloydstraat 1 75 NEW LUXOR THEATER Quite possibly the most beautiful entertainment theatre in the Netherlands, presenting long-running productions on a grand scale, from musicals, shows, cabaret, theatre concerts, children & family shows, opera and dance. The theatre can accommodate audiences of up to 1,500 people, with foyers on all sides and a separate access ramp along the outside for lorries carrying stage sets. Posthumalaan 1 76 SS ROTTERDAM The steamship Rotterdam is the former flagship of the Holland-America Line. The citys pride and glory has opened its gangways to the public. With one of the audio tours available from the desk, you can visit the beautifully restored lounges and decks, and even get a peek at the engine rooms. A unique location for hotel accommodations, a great meal... or just a good cup of coffee. 3e Katendrechtsehoofd 25

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