
Dille & Kamille, Rotterdam
What to buy here: Candles.
Most people would probably think of candles as a plain gift until they visit The Netherlands and become aware of the fact that beyond being just everyday household items, these are used to deliver that cozy, gezellig ambiance to an otherwise ordinary room. They make great decorations as well, since they are available in plenty of colors, textures and sizes to complement every decorative style. There is simply no excuse to add a little warmth to your space and make others feel welcomed, The Dutch know this all too well: the country is the leader in the use of candles during Christmas burning about 3.3 kg per person every year. Dutch candle making dates back to 1858 with the establishment of the Gouda Candle brand which enjoys outstanding international reputation to this day. Regardless of its simplicity, they are a pretty, colorful and very cheap gift to bring back home or share with the family. Price: 2€ - 10€+
Most people would probably think of candles as a plain gift until they visit The Netherlands and become aware of the fact that beyond being just everyday household items, these are used to deliver that cozy, gezellig ambiance to an otherwise ordinary room. They make great decorations as well, since they are available in plenty of colors, textures and sizes to complement every decorative style. There is simply no excuse to add a little warmth to your space and make others feel welcomed, The Dutch know this all too well: the country is the leader in the use of candles during Christmas burning about 3.3 kg per person every year. Dutch candle making dates back to 1858 with the establishment of the Gouda Candle brand which enjoys outstanding international reputation to this day. Regardless of its simplicity, they are a pretty, colorful and very cheap gift to bring back home or share with the family. Price: 2€ - 10€+
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Dille & Kamille on Map
Sight Name: Dille & Kamille
Sight Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Sight Type: Shopping
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Sight Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Sight Type: Shopping
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Walking Tours in Rotterdam, Netherlands
Create Your Own Walk in Rotterdam
Creating your own self-guided walk in Rotterdam is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Souvenir Shopping Part 2
It would be a pity to leave Rotterdam without having explored its specialty shops and bringing home something truly original. We've compiled a list of gifts and souvenirs, which are unique to Rotterdam, that a visitor might like to purchase to reflect their visit.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles
Rotterdam's Historical Churches Walking Tour
The historic center of Rotterdam was bombed in May 1940, and almost all of the churches in the area were damaged. Lamentably, numerous significant churches have had to be pulled down. Since then, the downtown area has been rebuilt in a Functionalist style, and some modern churches have been erected. Check out our tour for the key places of worship to see in Rotterdam.
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.4 Km or 2.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.4 Km or 2.7 Miles
Stadsdriehoek Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles
Museums of Rotterdam Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.6 Km or 1 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.6 Km or 1 Miles
Rotterdam Introduction Walk
Holland's major port, Rotterdam is an attraction in its own right, totally rebuilt after WWII, hence featuring bold, modern architecture, sometimes as peculiar as the world-famous Cubic Houses. The local Maritime Museum, displaying vintage ships and exhibits, attests to the city's great seafaring past. To get to know Rotterdam in its variety, follow this orientation walk and explore the... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.4 Km or 3.4 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.4 Km or 3.4 Miles
Souvenir Shopping Part 1
It would be a pity to leave Rotterdam without having explored its specialty shops and bringing home something truly original. We've compiled a list of gifts and souvenirs, which are unique to Rotterdam, that a visitor might like to purchase to reflect their visit.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles
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Souvenirs Shopping: 16 Genuine Dutch Things to Buy in Rotterdam
Just as any other major Dutch destination, Rotterdam is associated with sea, excellent cheeses, marvelous beer, good food and, generally speaking, good taste. A set of gifts from Rotterdam will duly reflect any, if not all, of these qualities. Listed here are some of the items that might prove well...