Traditionally, this neighborhood was seen as a bit secluded from the rest of the city because the river separated it. Nowadays, with good public transport connections and the famous Erasmus bridge, Rotterdam South is a divers and multicultural district where you can still catch a glimpse of the rich port history. It houses everything, from trendy bars to stunning architecture. Truly a rough diamond for those seeking the undiscovered.
A must-see eye-catcher in an old grain warehouse at the industrial Maashaven harbour.
Men's only barbershop for the real gentleman.
The weird pinball machine on the quay of the Maas.
Fashionable bar in the most famous architectural highlight of Rotterdam.
This brewery is bringing the craft beer revolution to Rotterdam.
In Las Palmas you can discover a treasury of Dutch photography.
A shop, restaurant, gallery, bookstore and most of all espresso bar in one.
Café de Ouwehoer brings back the sweaty atmosphere of the old Katendrecht, once the roughest part of the Port of Rotterdam. Owners Wiland Toelen and John Peate are bringing an ode to whiskey with this bar. Besides the distinct interior you will find a true whiskey lover’s selection: a large choice of single malts, Japanese and special independent bottlings. And for beer lovers, they have the wonderful Anchor Steam Beer on tap. It’s a very nice old fashioned bar, a true must see (and experience) location of the Rotterdam Southside.
