Things to Do in Cool, Rotterdam

The lively Witte de Withstraat, known for its bars, restaurants, and art galleries, including the Tent gallery. The nearby Markthal offers diverse food stalls, while the Maritime Museum and Erasmus Bridge are also within easy reach.

  • Restaurant The MillènFine Dining
  • bookstore DonnerBookstore
  • The RumahCocktail Bar

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Cool in Rotterdam

Top things to do in Cool

  • bookstore Donner

    bookstore Donner

    4.6 · 5.6k
    Bookstore

    Expansive independent bookstore with Dutch & English titles, regular events & a relaxed cafe.

    Mon
    11 AM – 6 PM
    Tue–Thu
    9:30 AM – 6 PM
    Fri
    9:30 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    9:30 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 6 PM
  • Pathé Schouwburgplein

    Pathé Schouwburgplein

    4.3 · 7.9k
    Theater

    A cinema in Rotterdam that screens current films and provides trailers for viewing.

  • Foreign Vintage

    Foreign Vintage

    4.9 · 187
    Flea Market
    Mon–Thu
    12 PM – 6 PM
    Fri
    12 PM – 8 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 6 PM
  • Madaq Chocolatier

    Madaq Chocolatier

    4.8 · 167
    Chocolate Shop· €1–10

    A chocolatier offering a variety of bonbons and chocolate bars, with boutiques and ice cream parlors in multiple locations.

Where to eat & drink in Cool

  • Restaurant The Millèn

    Restaurant The Millèn

    Michelin
    Fine Dining· €100+

    The Millennium Tower is a Rotterdam landmark and, thanks to this vintage-chic restaurant, also a destination for foodies. The open kitchen and the view of the central station afforded by the floor-to-ceiling windows are the standout…

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    12 PM – 2 PM, 6 PM – 9 PM
    Sat
    6 PM – 9 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • The Rumah

    The Rumah

    4.8 · 617
    Cocktail Bar· €10–20
    Mon
    5 PM – 1 AM
    Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Thu
    5 PM – 1 AM
    Fri
    5 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    2 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    2 PM – 1 AM
  • Spikizi Bar

    Spikizi Bar

    4.7 · 958
    Cocktail Bar· €10–20

    Spikizi also proves to be the perfect venue for a wide range of events such as cocktail workshops, birthday parties, silent disco’s, baby showers and corporate events.

    Mon
    7 PM – 1 AM
    Tue–Thu
    6 PM – 1 AM
    Fri
    6 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    6 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    6 PM – 1 AM
  • Melief Bender

    Melief Bender

    4.5 · 1.1k
    Pub· €10–30

    The oldest cafe in Rotterdam, established in 1876, offers a menu and is known for its high beer.

    Mon–Wed
    10 AM – 12 AM
    Thu–Fri
    10 AM – 1 AM
    Sat
    10 AM – 1 AM
    Sun
    11:30 AM – 11 PM
  • Joelia

    Joelia

    Michelin
    French· $$$$

    Joelia's charm permeates every nook and cranny of this restaurant. As you enter, you'll be instantly smitten with the eclectic decor, a captivating fusion of vintage and contemporary design.

  • Proeflokaal De Riddert

    Proeflokaal De Riddert

    4.7 · 368
    Pub· €10–20
    Mon–Thu
    5 PM – 1 AM
    Fri
    4 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    5 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    5 PM – 1 AM
  • De Bakkerswinkel

    De Bakkerswinkel

    4.6 · 628
    Coffee Shop· €10–20

    A bakery and cafe in Rotterdam known for breakfast, lunch, homemade hummus, goat cheese sandwiches, scones, and sourdough bread, featuring a hidden garden.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    8 AM – 4:30 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 4:30 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Casa Thai Witte de with 2

    Casa Thai Witte de with 2

    4.9 · 1.0k
    Thai· €20–30

    A restaurant in Rotterdam offering modern Thai cuisine with seasonal menus and vegetarian options.

  • Grilla Kitchen Karel Doormanstraat

    Grilla Kitchen Karel Doormanstraat

    4.8 · 592
    Restaurant· €10–20

    Health-conscious & vegan dishes served in a down-to-earth eatery that has funky decor.

  • Sojubar Rotterdam Witte de With 소주

    Sojubar Rotterdam Witte de With 소주

    4.5 · 2.4k
    Korean· €20–30

    A Korean restaurant in Rotterdam, known for serving crispy, juicy, and tasty Korean fried chicken.

    Mon–Thu
    12 PM – 11 PM
    Fri
    12 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 11 PM
  • Ter Marsch & Co - Rotterdam

    Ter Marsch & Co - Rotterdam

    4.4 · 2.5k
    Burgers· €20–30

    A burger boutique restaurant in Rotterdam's Witte de Withstraat, known for its award-winning Korean Gojira-burger.

    Mon–Thu
    12 PM – 11 PM
    Fri
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 11 PM
  • Lunchroom Figaro

    Lunchroom Figaro

    4.7 · 344
    Breakfast· €10–20

    A lunchroom in the heart of Rotterdam specializing in sandwiches, lunches, lunch packages, meeting platters, and complete breakfasts.

    Mon–Fri
    7:30 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    7:30 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    Closed

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Map of Cool with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Restaurant The Millèn
  2. 2bookstore Donner
  3. 3The Rumah
  4. 4Spikizi Bar
  5. 5Pathé Schouwburgplein
  6. 6Foreign Vintage
  7. 7Madaq Chocolatier
  8. 8Melief Bender
  9. 9Joelia
  10. 10Proeflokaal De Riddert

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