How to spend 24 hours in Rotterdam

Euromast Observation Tower

From Museumpark you can easily reach Rotterdam’s iconic and world famous landmark, the Euromast Observation Tower, which is visible from all over the city. Don’t miss out on the view from the 185 meter high observation tower, it is breath-takingly spectacular and you get a magnificent view of the city and the port of Rotterdam.

See Rotterdam’s skyline like never before and take the most amazing pictures from the viewing platform. Depending on the weather, you might even be able to see Delft, The Hague, the North Sea and sometimes even Belgium! The tower also inhabits a few restaurants to buy lunch or refreshments.

Delfshaven

Make sure to visit Delfshaven, a lovely area and one of the few districts of Rotterdam that managed to survive the bombings of World War II. Delfshaven grew to be an important harbour in the 16th century and gives you a good impression of what the city used to look like prior to WWII.

The picturesque port area is full of old canals, charming merchant houses and colourful boats as well as vintage shops, little cafes and art studios. It is especially well known for its old gin distilleries, so there are plenty of breweries and gin bars to explore.

Witte de Withstraat

What is the hippest area in Rotterdam, you ask? Witte de Withhof it is! By the evening, you will likely have worked up an appetite from the elaborate sightseeing and here you can find all the popular and highly praised restaurants of Rotterdam, enjoyed by locals and tourists alike.

The street is Rotterdam’s melting pot and vibrant heart. It is known for its buzzing nightlife. Here, you will find everything from French coffee to Vietnamese food and from numerous famous bars to small art galleries. Treat yourself with one of the rare beers or unique cocktails, that you can find here.