A 3-Day Foodie Itinerary in Rotterdam

  1. Day 1: Markthal & Cube Houses
    10 minutes (1.3km) from Rotterdam Central Station

    Begin your foodie journey at the Markthal, a covered market hall with over 100 stalls offering a variety of fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and international cuisine. Try the Dutch "Stroopwafel" and freshly made "Bitterballen". Next, head over to the Cube Houses, a unique architectural landmark, to see some unique living spaces. For lunch, try some Indonesian street food at Warung Mini, located inside the Blaak Market Hall. End the day with a Dutch beer tasting experience at Brouwerij Noordt; their selection of craft beers perfectly complements the chill atmosphere of the brewery.

  2. Day 2: Kop van Zuid & Old Harbour
    20 minutes (3.5km) from Brouwerij Noordt

    Start your day by visiting the Foodhallen Rotterdam for breakfast, where you can enjoy delicious bites from local vendors. Next, make your way to the trendy neighborhood of Kop van Zuid, where you can take a food tour offered by Gastrotours Rotterdam. Afterward, cross the Erasmus Bridge to the Old Harbour (Oude Haven), the oldest and most picturesque port in Rotterdam. Here, you will find plenty of cafes and restaurants catering to all culinary preferences like seafood, Italian, and French cuisine, but don't miss out on trying the Dutch "Kibbeling", a type of battered fish. End your day at Café LaBru, offering a variety of local beers and wines along with charcuterie and cheese boards.

  3. Day 3: Museum Park & Witte de Withstraat
    20 minutes (2.3km) from Café LaBru

    Start your day with brunch at Obba's Kitchen in the Museum Park area, where you can indulge in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Afterward, visit the Kunsthal Rotterdam, a museum that hosts various art exhibitions throughout the year. For lunch or a snack, visit Fontein, a French-inspired café with a cozy garden setting. Finally, spend your evening at the Witte de Withstraat, the city's cultural and nightlife hub, where you can find unique bars and restaurants. For dinner, try a traditional Dutch meal at the FG Restaurant, featuring contemporary cuisine with traditional dishes and premium wines.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Markthal (1-2 hours, free)
  • Cube Houses (30 minutes, free)
  • Warung Mini (1 hour, €10-15 per person)
  • Brouwerij Noordt (1-2 hours, €10-20 per person)
  • Foodhallen Rotterdam (1 hour, €15-25 per person)
  • Gastrotours Rotterdam (2-3 hours, €50-75 per person)
  • Café LaBru (1-2 hours, €15-20 per person)
  • Obba's Kitchen (1-2 hours, €20-25 per person)
  • Kunsthal Rotterdam (1-2 hours, €10-15 per person)
  • Fontein (1 hour, €15-20 per person)
  • Witte de Withstraat (1-2 hours, prices vary per place)
  • FG Restaurant (2-3 hours, €90-120 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): €245-365

Useful tips

For those with more time, visit the Euromast Tower and enjoy a panoramic view of the city or experience the Dutch beach vibe at the Scheveningen Beach. For those with less time, exclude one or two activities from the itinerary or combine certain locations based on proximity to one another. Have a good time exploring and tasting the delicious food of Rotterdam.

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