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Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Rotterdam Airport 29 Nov - 01 Dec
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Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Rotterdam Airport 29 Nov - 01 Dec
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Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 29 Nov - 01 Dec
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the niu Dairy 29 Nov - 01 Dec
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From £225
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Hotel Campanile Amsterdam Zuidoost 29 Nov - 01 Dec
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From £229
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Hotel Campanile Amsterdam Zuidoost 29 Nov - 01 Dec
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Blue Mansion Hotel 06 Dec - 08 Dec
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From £179
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29 Nov - 01 Dec
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Hotel Café Restaurant Abina 29 Nov - 01 Dec
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From £183
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29 Nov - 01 Dec
24-hour reception
From £185
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Bastion Hotel Schiphol Hoofddorp 06 Dec - 08 Dec
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the niu Dairy 06 Dec - 08 Dec
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Flight and hotel Rotterdam

A weekend in Rotterdam

Home to Europe's largest seaport, Rotterdam was founded in 1270, when a town was set up around a newly constructed dam on the Rotte River for safety. As large parts of Rotterdam are, on average, six metres below sealevel, the city is protected on many sides by dykes.

Although central Rotterdam was destroyed during WWII by the German Rotterdam Blitz, it has since stormed back to life. The ruined buildings were replaced with skyscrapers, which are not a common sight in Dutch cities. It's now a bustling economic hub, with museums, striking architecture, a massive football stadium for local club Feyenoord, a zoo and more.

What to know about Rotterdam

UK citizens considering a weekend trip to Rotterdam will be relieved to know that they likely won't need a visa to visit. Whereas the official language is Dutch, there is a sizeable population of English speakers. Flights from London or Manchester to Rotterdam will arrive at Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM). The accepted currency in Rotterdam is the euro. A flight to Rotterdam from most anywhere in the UK will be around an hour and, conveniently, the airport is just 15 minutes by car from the city centre. By metro, the city centre is 20 minutes from the airport. Rotterdam has an extensive metro system and it is only one hour ahead of the UK.

When is the best time to visit Rotterdam?

Rotterdam's climate is a temperate oceanic climate. Its summers are mild, with highs in July around 21°C and lows around 12°C. Winters are chilly but not bitterly cold, with daily mean temperatures in January of 4°C. Its precipitation is distributed fairly evenly throughout the year, though October is its wettest month, receiving 90mm on average. Below are some exceptional events to consider when planning a weekend in Rotterdam.

What is there to do on Rotterdam city breaks?

Between August and May, you can catch a Feyenoord football game at Stadion Feyenoord. Consider package holidays in Rotterdam as they are a convenient way to book a flight, hotel and activities with ease.

Nature lovers can take respite from the hurry of the city at Arboretum Trompenburg. Visitors will be amazed at the botanical gardens' refreshing display of trees, shrubs, flowering plants, ponds and wildlife.

What are some points of interest in Rotterdam?

Consider booking your Rotterdam flight and hotel as part of package holidays. They are often preferred by travellers, offering the opportunity to save money by combining lodging, airfare and activities while on city breaks in Rotterdam.

If you also have time to explore the surrounding area, you can also rent a car in Rotterdam.

What is there to eat in Rotterdam?

Rotterdam has a wide selection of restaurants with cuisine from all over the world. Some great starting points:

What to bring back from Rotterdam package holidays

Rotterdam has no shortage of gift shops where you can find typical Dutch knickknacks such as windmills, wooden clogs and tulip bulbs. For Rotterdam-focused souvenirs, look for nautical-themed oil lamps, ships in a bottle and other maritime collectibles.

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