Rotterdam will not disappoint shopaholics - they will find several pedestrian shopping areas in the city and more than a dozen outdoor outlets. Travelers are advised to pay attention to the flea markets of Rotterdam.
Flea market Binnenrotte
Binnenrotte Street on Saturdays and Tuesdays turns into a large and ebullient flea market: these days they sell furniture, books, records, clothes (if you wish, here you can find a leather coat in the style of the 70s), paintings, various lamps and other household items. everyday life and original little things. This market is a great place for those whose goal is to acquire Dutch souvenirs for loved ones (do not hesitate to negotiate with sellers about a reasonable price for the product you like). And at the market, everyone will be able to buy fresh fruit and cheese. In addition, this weekly flea market becomes a festive area with hundreds of themed stalls in the run-up to Christmas (guests can buy Christmas gifts and sample Dutch treats).
Flea market Heemraadsplein Flea Market
This flea market (open on weekends from 07:30 to 17:00, in case of good weather) attracts people from all over Rotterdam and the surrounding area to sell furniture, jewelry, dishes, clothes, bicycles, etc. …
Shopping in Rotterdam
It makes sense for shopaholic tourists to go shopping located on the streets of Koopgoot, Hoogstraat, Coolsingel, Lijnbaan, Beurstraverse. And those who are interested in large shopping centers should definitely look into the Alexandrium Mall and Zuidplein Mall.
It should be noted that every year guests of Rotterdam can visit the Finnish Christmas fair (19-22 and 27-29 November; s-Gravendijkwal 64 BG) - there they will be offered to buy Finnish textiles, dishes, design items, hand-made products, New Year's goods …
Do not forget to take away wooden shoes from Rotterdam (klomps cost from 10 euros), miniature windmills, hemp T-shirts, tulip bulbs (it makes sense to buy them at the airport - they will be packed there, taking into account air transportation and you will be given a special export permit).
