Rotterdam with girlfriends: hotspots and hidden gems
Tough, stylish and always surprising. So Rotterdam is perfect for a weekend full of good food, special shops and inspiring culture with your girlfriends. Whether you feel like a long lunch, an afternoon of shopping or a cultural exploration, the city always has something new to offer. Our Rotterdam online marketer Fabiënne shares all her favorite 010 addresses with you.
Tip for the day itself: scroll down, print out the Zusss mini-guide and you have all the hotspots conveniently arranged on a map.
Food and drink in Rotterdam
1. Bertmans
A hot spot for healthy and flavorful dishes. Whether you're in the mood for a nutritious salad or a hearty sandwich, Bertmans is the place to be. Zusss' favorite dish? The brunch platter (because we can't choose between all those goodies!). Location: Karel Doormanstraat 292
2.Dudok Patisserie
A household name in Rotterdam, especially known for their delicious apple pie. Perfect for a light lunch or a sweet break. Location: Meent 88
Le PetitJean
This French patisserie will spoil you with artisan pastries, freshly baked breads and other delicacies. A perfect place for a sweet break while shopping. Loaction: Nieuwe Binnenweg 82A
Café Marseille
Step inside Café Marseille and you immediately imagine yourself in an atmospheric French bistro. Enjoy classic dishes such as bouillabaisse and confit de canard, accompanied by a good glass of wine. A piece of France in the heart of Rotterdam. Location: 1e Middellandstraat 16B
5.Vegitalian
For lovers of Italian cuisine with a vegetarian twist, Vegitalian is a must-visit. Think fresh pastas, flavorful pizzas and delicious desserts, all without meat. Loaction: Schiedamse Vest 154
6. Bistro Eddie
This cozy bistro is a restaurant and cozy wine bar in one. Ideal for a relaxing dinner with friends. Location: Calandstraat 12A
Café Pompette
This cozy café in Rotterdam-North combines the charm of a French bistro with a relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for an aperitif or a sumptuous dinner with dishes that tantalize your taste buds. Location: Bergselaan 186A
Staying in Rotterdam
Hotel Âme
This boutique hotel is not only a place to stay, but also a stylish coffee bar and concept store. Start your day with a delicious coffee and browse the carefully selected design items in the store. Location: Eendrachtsweg 19
Shopping and sniffing culture
9 Keet Department Store
Housed in a lovely bright space on the Oppert, KEET is a mini department store full of cool interior items, fashion, accessories and gifts that you really can't resist. Of course they also sell the best
items from Zusss. Everything here has been put together with love and attention. So, cappuccino there, quietly
rummage around and guaranteed something nice out the door! Location: Oppert 2A
10. Emma's Bookshop
For book lovers, Emma's Bookshop is an oasis of tranquility. Offering a carefully selected collection of books, this charming bookshop is the ideal place to find a unique gift or treat yourself to a new story. Location: Zwaanshals 432
11. Objet Trouvé
Recently moved to a new location, this concept store offers a carefully curated selection of fashion, accessories and lifestyle products.
A paradise for the modern shopper looking for unique items. Location: Hoogstraat 54A
12. Depot Boijmans Van
Beuningen
Visit the world's first publicly accessible art depot, where you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the museum business. With more than 151,000
works of art, the depot offers a unique experience for art lovers. Location Museumpark 24
Bonus tip
Rotterdam Art Week
Are you and your girlfriends lovers of art and
culture? Then the Rotterdam Art Week is the perfect cultural stopover during your day out in Rotterdam! From 26 to 30 March 2025, the city will transform into a vibrant art hall with exhibitions, installations and pop-up events at more than 40 locations.
With these tips your girlfriends day or weekend in
Rotterdam is guaranteed to be a success. Discover, taste and enjoy everything this dynamic city has to offer! And are there any Rotterdam hot spots missing? Let us
us! ♡
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