Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Rotterdam - and discover twice the city in half the time!

Discover Rotterdam's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From cycling around Kralingse Bos and Plas to shopping for fresh artisan produce at the Fenix Food Factory, and scouting for sculptures by major artists in the city's streets.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Rotterdam travel guide:

• Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days.
• Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate Rotterdam with ease.
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Museum Rotterdam, Mauritshuis, and Escher in Het Paleis.
• Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions.
• Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights.
• Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Rotterdam's best kept secrets and rising trends.
• Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section.
• Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance.
• Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors.
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel.
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Rotterdam.
• Covers: Centrum Rotterdam; Noord Rotterdam; West Rotterdam; Zuid Rotterdam; South Holland's Delft; South Holland's Den Haag.

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Rotterdam.