Visiting downtown Rotterdam with your girlfriends

That way you have a good time!

Rotterdam is the largest city in the Netherlands in terms of surface area. Therefore, it hardly needs to be said that there is a lot to do in this city. It is not for nothing that Rotterdam is often called “the New York of Europe”. When you are looking for a nice trip to do with your girlfriends, Rotterdam is probably one of the nicest big cities in the Netherlands you can visit. Wondering how to ensure yourself and your girlfriends a great time in downtown Rotterdam? Then read on to find out all about it.

What makes Rotterdam worth visiting?

Rotterdam is attracting more interest than ever among tourists from both home and abroad. According to the travel guide Lonely Planet, the city can therefore call itself one of the nicest of the Netherlands. Not only the impressive skyline is responsible for this, but also the authentic pieces of history hidden throughout the center. The good tourist infrastructure can also be mentioned as a big plus of Rotterdam. This is not only demonstrated by the numerous activities you can participate in, but there is also a type of accommodation for everyone, which meets the set wishes and requirements.

A Bike & Bite tour, the ideal way to discover the city center

It goes without saying that the center of Rotterdam can be discovered in different ways. One of the nicest ways to do this is participating in a Bike & Bite Food tour. During such a, usually four-hour bike tour through the city center, you will not only stop at various sights, but also at several nice eateries. So not only will you get to know the city’s best cultural highlights in a fun and healthy way, but also some great culinary highlights the city has to offer.

Enjoy the best views over the city of Rotterdam

Your girlfriends and you will go all “sky high” during a visit to the Euromast. It is here and nowhere else that you can enjoy the most beautiful view of one of the most captivating cities in the Netherlands. This tower is about 185 meters high. From each floor you can enjoy a 360-degree view of the city and its surroundings. At a height of about 100 meters you can find a restaurant where you can enjoy a great meal with an unrivaled view. While climbing the Euromast, be sure to take advantage of the glass Euroscoop elevator, which takes you all the way to the top of the tower!

Visit the best bar in the world

Scattered over the center of Rotterdam you can find several great addresses that you really should not skip during your vacation. One of the coolest streets in the city is the Witte de Withstraat. Here you stumble over the hip bars, the inviting restaurants and the art…. lots and lots of art! Moreover, did you also know that one of the world’s best bars is located in Rotterdam? ‘De Witte Aap’ at 78 Witte de Withstraat was previously labeled by Lonely Planet as the best bar on the planet! Whether this is really so, you would be able to determine for yourselves, during a visit to this bar. Do not forget to try one of the delicious cocktails. They are available with or without alcohol.

Visit the Casino Roman Palace

Do you feel that luck is completely on your side, or on the side of your girlfriends? Then you might want to visit the Casino Roman Palace, located at the Oude Binnenweg 59. It is said to be one of the largest jackpot casinos in the Netherlands. It is therefore possible that one of you could win the top prize here. Never been to a casino or gambling hall before? Either way this will give you a totally different experience than gambling on the internet at a no cruks casino. A good time is actually always guaranteed here. If you do leave Casino Roman Palace without a win, at least you had a great afternoon or evening.

Shop, shop and shop again

A weekend out with your girlfriends in Rotterdam? Of course that means shopping, shopping and more shopping! Shopping in this vibrant shopping city is best done around the Coolsingel and Lijnbaan. Not only will you find a lot of stores here, but you can also visit the impressive shopping centers Zuidplein and Alexandrium. Moreover, do not forget to visit the Beurstraverse, which is not for nothing known as ‘the Koopgoot’. One thing is for sure, shopping in Rotterdam assures you a great shopping experience that you will remember for a long time!

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