Lonely Planet Pocket Rotterdam

Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Rotterdam. This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises, from watching sticky syrup-filled stroopwafels being made in the kitchens of Kamphuisen Siroopwafels, to tracing Rembrandt's beginnings in Leiden at the Museum De Lakenhal, and journeying through Delft's exquisite canalscapes on a stand-up paddleboard.

This pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days, with an all-new structure and design that makes navigating Rotterdam effortless. You'll find exciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries packed with unmissable attractions and activities, extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors to help you eat, drink and shop like a local, plus vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Rotterdam. Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and unique experiences, while fresh takes on must-visit sights from Museum Rotterdam to Mauritshuis and Escher in Het Paleis ensure you won't miss the highlights.

An essential information toolkit provides tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel. Coverage includes Centrum, Noord, West, Zuid, Delft, Den Haag plus day trips to Kinderdijk, Gouda, Leiden and the Bollenstreek. Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Rotterdam.