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Rotterdam: A 3-Day Adventure in the Netherlands

Lenny Stnhr

Lenny Stnhr

11 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Explore stunning landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this captivating city.

Trip to Rotterdam

Day 1
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$104

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$ 44

Tapas en Wijnbar van 'S
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
7 - 9 min

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Strand Nesselande
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Hoge Bergse Bos
Wetland park with canoe rental & an artificial ski slope, plus hiking trails & a viewing tower.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Dewi Sri (Hillegersberg)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$46
8 - 10 min

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Lage Bergse Bos
Forest area with marked hiking routes, a dog beach & lakeview restaurants, plus wild grazing cattle.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Gauchos
Gauchos Grill-Restaurant in Hillegersberg is situated on the green edge of the Bergse Voorplas lake, offering a wonderful view of the countryside and water. Plenty of sailing and boating here. And on the horizon, the imposing Rotterdam skyline.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$38
Day 2
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$185

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$ 27

Lot&Daan
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$34
4 - 6 min

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Cube Houses
Furnished house with models, photos & computers explaining architect Piet Blom's cube project.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
4 - 5 min

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Markthal
Modern complex featuring an indoor food market & several dining options under an arch of apartments.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Maritime Museum
Vintage ships & historic port models, plus hands-on kids' exhibits in a multimedia maritime museum.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$25
6 - 8 min

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Aqua Asia Club
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$42
6 - 9 min

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Erasmusbrug
Modern suspension bridge known locally as 'The Swan', designed by Ben van Berkel & opened in 1996.
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Dutch photography museum
Established museum with a range of images by Dutch photographers, plus events, a library & cafe.
5:15 PM - 7:15 PM
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$25
10 - 12 min

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Parqiet
7:45 PM - 9:15 PM
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$46
2 - 3 min

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Het Park
Designed in 1852, this English landscape–style park houses a mini-golf course, benches & a BBQ area.
9:15 PM - 10:15 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Dakpark Rotterdam
10:45 PM - 11:45 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$102

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$ 44

Dutch Pinball Museum
Offbeat urban museum housing modern & vintage pinball machines, including some that can be played.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$20
13 - 16 min

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Fenix Food Factory
Waterfront food hub with market stalls & a craft brewery, plus events like talks & wine tastings.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Arboretum trompenburg
Long-standing, modest botanical garden with many tree species, water features & a tea house.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$13
17 - 21 min

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Hana
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$20
14 - 17 min

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Unesco Werelderfgoed Kinderdijk
This water management site shows how locals have dealt with their unique geography for centuries.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$25
19 - 23 min

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Grieks Mediterraans Restaurant Zefyros
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24

Budget breakdown: $504 In total

Activities & Food:$390
Transport:$114