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Rotterdam

Bolder, more modern and more architectural than Amsterdam — a city break built around design, food and the waterfront.

Rotterdam Cube Houses and surrounding architecture, photographed by Libby
The yellow Cube Houses in Rotterdam, photographed by Libby

Architecture

Look up as much as you look around: Rotterdam’s skyline and experimental buildings are part of the experience.

The waterfront

Make time for the river and bridges; they give the city its scale and a completely different feel later in the day.

Food stops

Leave space for the market and casual dining rather than over-planning every meal.