Intro
Page with information about Rotterdam
The city of Rotterdam is in the industrial area of the province of Zuid-Holland. It is the second most populous city in the Netherlands and is home to one of the largest ports in the world. It is also the capital of the Rijnmond region (Rhine estuary) and is located on the banks of the Maas River which flows into the North Sea.
In 2016, Lonely Planet included Rotterdam as one of the top 10 cities to visit.
Rotterdam is a city of modern architecture. Blocks of glass and steel buildings rise into the sky, and most of the early 20th-century architecture that survived World War II has been preserved or restored.
Visitors admire the docks, restaurants, and cafes. It’s skyscrapers and river cruises. The hidden treasures in Museumpark and cultural areas between Central Station and Kop van Zuid. It’s Chinatown neighborhood and commercial areas of Witte de Withstraat, New Binnenweg, and Delfshaven. Its spectacular Oceanium Zoo and Euromast Tower.
When daylight comes to an end, Rotterdam has an attractive nightlife.
Rotterdam is a bustling city, and there are always events and activities to do. The surrounding areas are also worth exploring, with beaches, polders, historic sites and many other hidden gems waiting to be discovered.
The purpose of this website is to introduce the city to travelers and guide new residents of the city.