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Every Rotterdammer is familiar with the Witte de Withstraat, also called the Witte de With in the vernacular. It is one of the liveliest streets in the city center, and it is also definitely the place for a lively night out. But the Witte de Withstraat offers much more. You will find a diverse range of restaurants and bars, museums and art galleries and, of course, some nice hotels to stay in. During a city trip or a visit to Rotterdam, the Witte de With should definitely not be missed. These are the best things to do at the Witte de Withstraat in Rotterdam!
1. Eating out at the nicest restaurants on Witte de Withstraat
When we eat out in Rotterdam we prefer to go to a different restaurant every time. We are proud to say that we have visited (almost) every restaurant on the Witte de Withstraat at least once. The variety of restaurants at the Witte de With is enormous, and this makes us come back time and again to this vibrant place in Rotterdam.
For example, we have had several delectable meals at restaurant Bazar, but also enjoyed the various tapas at Supermercado and tasty burgers at Hamburg. These are only three of the many delicious restaurants you can find on the Witte de Withstraat in Rotterdam. Our other favorite restaurants are:
Restaurant Oliva - enjoy Italian cuisine here
SOJU Korean Chicken & Beer - known worldwide for its Korean fried chicken
Hung Kee Rotterdam - the most delicious Surinamese and Chinese dishes
Casa Thai - Thai food in a modern twist
2. Going out on the Witte de With
From the side streets you can already hear the pleasant murmur of groups of friends talking loudly and laughing. The Witte de Withstraat in Rotterdam is known for its cozy atmosphere. An atmosphere you can experience both in the summer and winter months. No matter if it is hot or cold outside, the terraces on the Witte de With are always full.
After dinner, the Witte de With slowly transforms into the place where you can get your feet off the floor late into the night. Think famous bars such as The White Monkey and NRC. Here you can drink a nice beer during the day, but these are also popular places to go out at night. But be sure to also take a look at the bars and nightlife venues below:
Wine Bar Het Eigendom - the place to have a drink
Spikizi - one of the nicest cocktail bars in Rotterdam
Beer Boutique - you can drink delicious beers late into the night
Wunderbar - an underground bar with a German twist
Dutch Dukes - a typical English pub
Worm - Here are some of the coolest parties taking place in Rotterdam
Superdisco - For years the place for hip parties
3. Shopping on the Witte de Withstraat
When you go shopping in Rotterdam you might not immediately think of the Witte de Withstraat. But between all those cozy bars and restaurants you will find some very nice stores. How about the beautiful store of Marlies Dekkers, two cool Rotterdam vintages stores and more shops with goodies and gadgets:
Mystical - a spiritual store
It's a Present - a store with all kinds of gifts and gadgets
Things I Like Things I Love - a cozy boutique stores with fun clothing, accessories and items for the home
Also read: Cool vintage stores in Rotterdam
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4. Visit art galleries on Witte de With street
That the Witte de With street in Rotterdam is known for its nightlife is obvious by now, but it is also often referred to as a lively cultural nightlife street. And that cultural aspect comes from the museums and art galleries on and near the Witte de With:
TENT - platform for contemporary art
Cobra Art Rotterdam - international and national art collections
Art Institute Melly - an international art institution
The Gallery Rotterdam - store for art lending and art sales
MAMA Rotterdam - a platform for visual art
5. Book a hotel stay on the Witte de Withstraat
Visitors to Witte de Withstraat are characterized as hip young travelers and partygoers. And this is therefore what you see reflected in the type of hotels and hostels that have established themselves here. Think for example of the urban ho(s)tel CityHub where you sleep in pods, as well as Rotterdam's most famous hostel: King Kong Hostel.
Also read: Stay overnight at boutique hotel The Bellhop
Staying at The Bellhop Hotel is more than just a place to sleep: it is an experience in itself. Located in the heart of the lively Witte de Withstraat, you'll be in the middle of Rotterdam's coziness in no time.
Prefer not to stay in a hostel? Then on Witte de Withstraat you will also find two beautiful hotels where you can stay in your own room. We are talking about the boutique hotel The Bellhop and the unique rooms of Hotel Bazar. If you want to find and compare even more options, whether a vacation rental, hotel, hostel or any other type of accommodation, check out cozycozy.
Lois Weeterings
A dreamer and adventure seeker, always on the lookout for new experiences. But also a hard worker with a thousand ideas racing through my mind. As a personal travel consultant and travel blogger, I share my passion for faraway destinations, thrilling adventures, and winter sports. With deep knowledge of places like Namibia, Colombia, the ABC Islands, and the Middle East, I’m here to help you craft a trip you’ll never forget. Through my personal stories and expert tips, I aim to inspire you to explore the world your way. Always with my camera in hand, I’m determined to capture every magical moment and share it with you.
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