{"id":7845,"date":"2013-06-16T20:01:50","date_gmt":"2013-06-16T18:01:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cityrotterdam.com\/going-out\/beste-terrassen-rotterdam"},"modified":"2018-05-28T11:46:28","modified_gmt":"2018-05-28T09:46:28","slug":"best-terraces-rotterdam","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cityrotterdam.com\/en\/going-out\/best-terraces-rotterdam\/","title":{"rendered":"Best terraces in Rotterdam"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Anchored in Dutch cultural custom is the joyous cry: shall we \u2018grab a terrace?\u2019 in any season or time of day! Throughout Rotterdam one can find cafes and restaurants with the option of enjoying a beer or glass of wine, coffee or tea outside with a meal or finger food. Every option is available from breakfast to a late night\/early morning closer. Whether you want pavement seating with the most sun, the very best river view of the Maas River, most interesting spot for people watching or a great view of Rotterdam\u2019s skyline here is a list of popular hip terraced cafes and a some unique pearls.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”avada-custom-sidebar-googleadsfullpage”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Popular terraces in Rotterdam<\/strong><\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”2615″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1457896135446{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terraces Oude Haven<\/strong><\/span>
\nAll around the historic Old harbor are many terraced cafes and restaurants of all sizes. Beautiful views popular with the Rotterdammers and tourists alike.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”2624″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1457896144666{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terraces Binnenrotte<\/strong><\/span>
\nOn sunny days this is a great place to take a break while watching people saunter in from the Meent or Blaak Metro station.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”2652″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1457896153029{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terraces Stadhuisplein<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nLooking for a pavement view from a caf\u00e9 restaurant in the heart of Rotterdam? Then City Hall Square off the Coolsingel is a popular and lively option.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”2645″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1457896195940{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Terraces Schouwburgplein<\/span>
\n<\/strong><\/span>Located around the Theater Square are several caf\u00e9 restaurants with large terraces. Handy for a pit stop on the way to the theater, concert, ballet or the movies.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”2635″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1457896205314{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terraces Witte de Withstraat<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/strong>A whole busy street full of hip cultural pavement cafes and restaurant options. Not only a great experience when the sun shines but evenings hosts a lively atmosphere. Many options and great fun during festivals and celebrations.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”2636″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1457896215674{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terrace Caf\u00e9-Restaurant Prachtig<\/strong><\/span>
\nOffering a sublime view of the Maas River at the foot of the Erasmus Bridge (The Swan) this beautifully situated restaurant with a large terrace and spacious light inside is a great place to enjoy good food and a glass. In 2012 Prachtig won the prize for Best Terraced Caf\u00e9 in Rotterdam.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Terraces in the centre of Rotterdam<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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\n<\/strong><\/span>Caf\u00e9 Thoms in the Timmerhuis in de Meent is the winner of the AD Terraces trophy 2016.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”7238″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1474019254659{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terrace Bokaal<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/strong>Also a winner of the AD Terraces trophy (2015). Biercaf\u00e9 Bokaal has a large terrace at the Nieuwe Markt.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”7239″ img_size=”200×150″ css=”.vc_custom_1474136091359{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terrace Gusto<\/strong><\/span>
\nSympathetic terrace at the Schiedamse Vest. Fine Italian bites and wines.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

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\n<\/strong><\/span>Is this medieval Rotterdam? You could think so from the terrace of Proeflokaal de Swarte Leeuw staring at the Laurence Curch and the famous statue of Erasmus.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Terraces with the best views in Rotterdam<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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\nTake a water taxi to the well-known old terminal for the Holland American Line, now a bustling restaurant\/hotel. HNY has \u00a0a popular terrace with a wide view of the Maas. Also get a good look at the cruise ships all along the riverside.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”3172″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1457896243747{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terrace NHOW\u00a0De Rotterdam<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/strong>You\u2019ll find a \u00a0spectacular view of the Erasmus Bridge and city skyline \u00a030 meters high in the terraced bar of De Rotterdam. An exceptional building designed worldwide by architect Rem Koolhaas.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”2639″ img_size=”200×150″ css=”.vc_custom_1460281436813{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terrace The Suicide Club\u00a0<\/b><\/span>
\nOn the roof of the Wholesale Building next to Central Station you\u2019ll find a bar, restaurant and club with a special view of the city.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Unique terraces in Rotterdam
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\nLarge sunny terrace with a view of the Kralingse Plas, a lake to the North, and the city skyline.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”2757″ img_size=”200×147″ css=”.vc_custom_1457896263322{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terrace Cruiseschip Rotterdam<\/strong><\/span>
\nExperience a special feeling sitting on the stern deck terrace of this renovated cruise ship. The bars, restaurant and the terrace are all free entry options.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”2656″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1457896272087{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terrace Het Nieuwe Instituut<\/strong><\/span>
\n<\/span><\/strong><\/a>A combination of design, e-culture and the largest architecture collection this building also includes a large airy light terrace that is listed in the top 100 Dutch terraced cafes. Exceptional experience for everyone, kids too![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Hip terraces in Rotterdam
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\nHip young Rotterdam goes to the Biergarten. An out of the way open air caf\u00e9 serving beer and BBQ in the sun to lots of lovely people accompanied by good music, especially Friday\u2019s. Open from afternoon to midnight \u00a0it is very busy \u00a0spring and summer, closes for the winter. Meestal zeer druk.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”6399″ img_size=”200×150″ css=”.vc_custom_1457897162499{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terrace Fenix Food Factory<\/strong><\/span>
\nPick up delicious food choices from the stalls with all sorts of beer inside an old pack house and sit outside on the Katendrecht riverbank with a river view of Wilhelmina pier. Or stay inside and listen to whoever is playing the piano in a living room family style seating construction that feels a bit like being outside.\u00a0[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”3699″ img_size=”200×150″ css=”.vc_custom_1457896301002{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terrace Alohabar<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nCreated in what used to be a tropical swimming paradise is now great place to chill. A terraced bar with inside or outside seating depending on season and preference. Gold stars for a good vegetarian menu especially if you are into mushrooms![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Terraces in the Rotterdam city parks
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\nThe Garden caf\u00e9 terrace has been a hit for years in Rotterdam where you can enjoy a magnificent view of Kralingse Lake<\/a> with its surrounding green park and the city skyline.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”6584″ img_size=”200×150″ css=”.vc_custom_1460280598468{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terrace Parqiet<\/strong><\/span>
\nThe monumental restored carriage house and restaurant was opened in 2016. Beautiful woods atmosphere in the middle of Het Park<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”6585″ img_size=”200×150″ css=”.vc_custom_1460280626950{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Terrace Vroesenpaviljoen<\/strong><\/span>
\nA fine terrace of the lovely Vroesenpaviljoen in the Vroesenpark close to the zoo. Nice small bites.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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