Rotterdam Lijnbaan: open 7 days per week!
Lijnbaan is the most popular shopping street in Rotterdam. It was opened in 1953 and those days it was the first shopping street in post-war Europe, where no cars were allowed to enter. Today, the Lijnbaan still car-free and there'S still some excellent shopping, even if it rains as Lijnbaan is partially covered. Lijnbaan is the beating heart of Rotterdam shopping with many large branches of international chains. Shop till you drop at Lijnbaan! TIP: As in other cities shops are closed on Sunday, Rotterdam can get very crowded. On Saturday however, it's less busy!

Shopping at Rotterdam Lijnbaan
Close to Rotterdam Central Station, Lijnbaan starts with Roberto Botticelli’s exclusive Italian shoe store (Lijnbaan 50) and the huge and trendy clothing store of the Spanish label Bershka (Lijnbaan 52). Lijnbaan is the mother of all shopping streets in Rotterdam with many flagship stores. After a 50 meters walk, make a short detour to the right into Korte Lijnbaan (opposite to Stadhuisplein). Visit Unox Soup Factory to have a cup of soup and more… (Korte Lijnbaan 8). London City Club (Korte Lijnbaan 5) has a nice collection of both sporty polo’s and classic college wear. Buy soccer merchandise at the Feyenoord Fan Shop (Lijnbaan 32). Eat the famous triangle shaped sandwiches 'Bartjes' at Bart's Bakery (Lijnbaan 67). Donna Guy (Lijnbaan 58) is the place to be for Paris Hilton wannabes with expensive trademarks like Moncler.

More shopping in Rotterdam?
Haven't you finished shopping yet? Fashion victims can follow our complete shopping tour in Rotterdam city center! Do you prefer shopping in a mall on a rainy day? The metro takes you to the Zuidplein Mall or to the Alexandrium Mall in 25 minutes. Zuidplein offers another 150 shops and Alexandrium has many home decoration stores and a big shopping center. If you prefer staying in Rotterdam city center, you could go to the market to get fresh food and the latest bargains!