The city of Rotterdam will not disappoint you when it comes to entertainment. Be it the vibrant shopping streets, bustling nightlife, or creative theaters, you will find different fun and entertainment options in Rotterdam. Here is the extensive list of all the entertainment places in Rotterdam that are bound to make your vacation a memorable one. With so many options to choose from, you will never have to worry about what to do in Rotterdam anymore.
Fun and Entertaining Places in Rotterdam
Let's explore the best places for fun and entertainment in Rotterdam:
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Diergaarde Blijdorp
(702 Votes)The Rotterdam Zoo is one of the oldest Zoos in Netherland and is an animal lover’s favorite hangout space in the city! The Zoo is home to Lions, Red Pandas, Polar Bears, Elephants, Giraffes and rare animals like the Collared Mangebey among others. The place also has a botanical garden. The zoo has an aquarium called ‘Oceanarium’. If you are visiting with family, the place is p...Read more -
The Witte de Withstraat runs between the Schiedamsevest and Eendrachtsweg area and was named after an Admiral in the late 19th century. The street was known for its many illegal activities like gambling and pubs which were known for their not-so-safe reputation. Today the modern Witte de With straat is a whole different place with cool cafes, fancy pubs and galleries which showcase inspiring ar...Read more
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Miniworld Rotterdam
(42 Votes)Miniworld Rotterdam is a miniature exhibition hall where you can see some stunningly detailed miniatures of real world places complete with surrounding influences. The Rotterdam miniatures cover the Rotterdam Port and the Water Port and is simply a good way to see the city literally from a bird’s eye view! Highlights include: English Scotland miniatures which reflect the Celtic influence...Read more -
Stadhuis
(72 Votes)The City Hall Rotterdam was built in the early 20th century and is one of the few buildings in Rotterdam city which escaped the World War II bombings. The building was built to accommodate the spaces which the previous council hall could not. Henri Evers designed the building keeping Romanesque, Byzantine and Art-deco as the influences while Beaux-Arts style was the main design. Today a walk ar...Read more -
Nieuwe Luxor Theater
(27 Votes)The Nieuwe Luxor Theater is known for its classic performances like Rapunzel while still offering a platform for Jazz, Drama and Alternative performing arts. The theater was built in 1917 by architect P. Vermaas. During the World War II, the theatre still screened shows and is one of the few buildings in Rotterdam which was unaffected by the 1940 bombings. See a live performance here as you tou...Read more -
The Red Apple is the eight tallest building in Rotterdam and is known for its stark Red frame which gives it its iconic name. The building is 407 feet in height. The red frame is made from anodized aluminum and marks yet another artistic- technology to the building. The building accommodates shops and restaurants and is also a residential complex. The Red Apple adds a stark contrast to the urba...Read more
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Holland Casino-Rotterdam
(11 Votes)Holland Casino Rotterdam is one of the most popular Casinos in Rotterdam. Blackjack, Poker, Slot machines, Roulette, Jackpots, Bingo or Wheel of Fortune- whatever is your gambling poison, the Casino has it all and more. If you want jazz up your evenings while in Rotterdam or simply multiply your greens, try you luck here while you absorb all of its luxuries. Highlight include: Texas Hold...Read more -
Katendrecht used to be Village in the South of Holland but is now a part of Rotterdam. Originally a Red Light area where sailors would get down after long sea journeys and unwind and party, it is now an upscale place with modern highlights including restaurants and sky-scrapers. The whole area has some of the best food haunts in Rotterdam and you can have a hop in any of the restaurants to tast...Read more
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Witte De With Center For Contemporary Art
(233 Votes)Located in a former school on the Witte de With street, the Witte de With Center for Contemporary Art is the perfect place to explore contemporary art when in Rotterdam. The museum conducts live events, exhibitions and educational programs which give a platform to upcoming contemporary artists. Till date, the exhibition has reached out their support to over 300 artists and is one of the few pla...Read more -
Dutch Pinball Museum
(8 Votes)The Dutch Pinball Museum is every Pinball lover’s dream come true. The place is filled with vintage pinball machines as well as modern ones where you can unwind and play the game till your fingers feel numb! Some of the games are collector’s items and even though some may not work, they still add to the colorful gaming ambience of the museum. Highlights Include: Working and playabl...Read more -
Villa Zebra
(178 Votes)The Villa Zebra is a unique art museum and laboratory for children who want a place to unleash their creativity and showcase it. If you have a child who loves to make new things or you are simply looking for a place where you can play board games and learn different things with you children, a visit here is sure to make you feel you and your child have learnt something together. The place encou...Read more -
Theater Walhalla
(7 Votes)Theater Walhalla is a small theatre with a seating capacity of only 80 people but it more than what makes-up for the number with its high quality performances which are a stunner for children and adults alike. If you like theatre and are travelling with children, be sure to catch a show here live to see a hidden, talent-platform when in Rotterdam. The theatre is a smaller blueprint of the bigge...Read more -
Bigshops Dakpark
(8 Votes)The Dakpark is a rooftop park located on the roof of the ‘Bigshops Dakpark’ building. The park offers a view of the Euromast and is perfect for morning walks or simply taking a quiet stroll during early evenings. The playground is a popular spot among children. Many workshops are arranged here to promote a sense of green-living. The building itself is home to many shops where you ca...Read more