# Shopping
Fancy Schmancy
A peek at the Kruiskade
In the centre of Rotterdam you will find numerous high-end and exclusive brands. A bag from Louis Vuitton? A watch from Rolex? Or a perfume from Maison Francis Kurkdjian? You will find them here.
From the Kruiskade to the Bijenkorf; with this route you will visit all the luxury shops during your day of shopping in Rotterdam Centre! Will you join us?
We kick off the walking route in Central Plaza: the entrance to the shopping area! For over 25 years, Superstellar Kids has been the place to go for exclusive children's fashion and is therefore a household name in Rotterdam and far beyond. The racks of this spacious store feature the trendiest clothing for children aged 4 to 16, with brands such as Burberry, Dsquared and Fendi.
For the youngest trendsetters or future dads and moms, there is a special baby store. In addition to the most beautiful baby clothes, you will find exclusive strollers from Fendi and Versace and a range of hip, trendy diaper bags.
Address
Plaza 23- 25, 3012 CC Rotterdam
Jewelry and watches: at Schaap en Citroen they know what luxury is. On the corner of Kruiskade and Karel Doormanstraat, you will find this high-end multi-brand store. A place that you enter with a feeling of exclusivity, but still feels very accessible due to the warm welcome of the staff.
Once inside, you will be enchanted by all the beautiful brands. On the ground floor you will find all the jewelry collections, such as Marco Bicego, whose gold jewelry radiates a refined style. Or Pomellato, unique designs with hand-cut coloured stones.
Walk up the stairs and discover the shop-in-shop experiences of the world's leading watch brands. Be seduced by clocks from IWC, Cartier, Chopard and Jaeger.
Address
Kruiskade 98, 3012 EH Rotterdam
For those looking for exclusive fragrances and care products, Skins on the Kruiskade is the place to be. A place for absolute luxury and self-care, because at Skins you can buy the most beautiful perfumes, skin care and scented candles that are not available at drugstores. And not only that: you can also go here for extensive facial treatments.
At Skins, service comes first. So let the staff advise you on the fragrance that suits you best. Also handy if you are looking for a gift.
Address
Kruiskade 75-77, 3012 EE Rotterdam
This beautiful eyewear store on the Kruiskade is the place to buy (sun)glasses from big designers. Think Chanel, Prada and Tom Ford. It is not surprising that celebrities like to come here for a new pair of glasses. Did you know that Elton John even flew to Rotterdam especially for this eyewear store?
Do you like exclusivity? Then take a look in the secret vault, called "The Vault". This completely new store concept contains very exclusive custom glasses.
Address
Kruiskade 71-73, 3012 EE Rotterdam
Also on the Kruiskade you will find the Rolex Boutique of Schaap en Citroen. Here they have a carefully curated collection of Rolex watches, where you can expect a personal and expert service.
Address
Kruiskade 67, 3012 EE Rotterdam
For a beautiful (custom) suit, you need to go to OGÉR. Suits made of luxurious materials, made with quality and craftsmanship. Did you know that OGÉR suits all come from exclusive fashion houses in Italy?
OGÉR is a true family business, with a rich heritage and proud tradition. This luxury store was founded by father Oger Lusink, who paved the way for sons Martijn and Sander and who are currently at the helm. Together they have made OGÉR a leading retailer with successful stores in Amsterdam, The Hague, Antwerp and Rotterdam.
Of course you can walk in and shop what is hanging in the store. But there is also the possibility to create suits, jackets, shirts and other items completely to your taste. Choose the production method, the buttons, the fabric and more. It is the store for the stylish man.
Address
Kruiskade 63-65, 3012 EE Rotterdam
IWC Schaffhausen, the Swiss manufacturer of super-de-luxe watches, has a beautiful boutique on the Kruiskade. This is the first location in Europe with IWC's renewed concept with immersive layout in which important aspects of the brand, such as technical expertise and knowledge of materials, are highlighted.
The 124 square metre store has a number of special facilities that will make the hearts of watch lovers beat faster. For example, you will find touchscreen panels in the store, on which information about all the watches in the boutique can be found.
These screens also allow you to view the ways in which you can personalize a watch. IWC says it is looking forward to sharing the rich history of the brand through this personal shopping experience and to sharing the collection with the Port City and far beyond.
Address
Kruiskade 61, 3012, 3012 EE Rotterdam
For contemporary, elegant and classy women's fashion, Caroline Biss is the fashion destination on the Kruiskade. Stylish simplicity with colourful items fill the collections, and with 31 stores and a webshop it is a favourite of many self-confident women who like a bit of glamour.
Address
Kruiskade 59, 3012 EE Rotterdam
At the Kruiskade, you can admire works by world-famous artists such as Damien Hirst, Kaws, Ai Weiwei, Jeff Koons, Marco Grassi and Bram Reijnders and many others at AbrahamArt.
Owner Bram Reijnders is himself an internationally renowned Dutch artist, who distinguishes himself by his colourful and expressive works with elements of pop culture and social commentary. He works with various media, including canvas, image and graffiti. His energetic and provocative style makes him a leading figure in the modern art world.
Do you love art? Then you should definitely not miss this gallery.
Address
Kruiskade 57C, 3012 EE Rotterdam
Here they sell the BOSS collection of the well-known Hugo Boss brand. Both men and women can go here for the latest collections of clothing, shoes and accessories. An indispensable name in a street like the Kruiskade!
Address
Kruiskade 57A, 3012 EE Rotterdam
For now, we'll cross the Lijnbaan, for the place in the city centre to spend the night. The Hilton hotel is located in the heart of the city and is therefore the ideal base for a visit to Rotterdam.
Not looking for a place to sleep? Then we recommend their restaurant JAQ, the entrance of which is located on the Kruiskade. A sleek interior with hip and playful elements and a delicious menu make this the perfect stop for lunch!
Address
Weena 10, 3012 CM Rotterdam
Dining at star level! Restaurant Joelia, with Rotterdam's Pieter Timmer at the helm, is located on the Coolsingel, at the beginning of the Kruiskade.
In this Michelin-star restaurant you can enjoy French cuisine. Order something from the à la carte menu or choose a set menu with Pieter's favorites. Whatever you do, it will be an unforgettable lunch or dinner!
Curious about what Joelia looks like on the inside? Watch the video below!
Address
Coolsingel 5, 3012 AA Rotterdam
Even though Kruiskade is the absolute place to be when it comes to high-end shopping, Rotterdam has even more in store for you. We walk back to Lijnbaan, which intersects with Kruiskade, and walk to Aspact.
Aspact was founded in 2014 with the aim of designing its own ready-to-wear shoe collection that is not only trendy, but also of high quality. And they succeeded. Today, Aspact has 10 locations in the Netherlands, where the chain has grown into a shoe and fashion destination with the best of both streetwear and high end.
Address
Lijnbaan 56, 3012 EP Rotterdam
The next location on the shopping route is Assem. One of the most famous shoe stores in Rotterdam, located on the Aert van Nesstraat. Assem has been serving its customers since 1910, when the store was founded by the Van den Assem brothers. They have passed on their extensive knowledge of quality shoes from generation to generation, and it has thus become the place for shoes with a good fit and style.
At Van Assem you will find something for everyone: young and old, men and women, sneakers and boots, and even a wide range of women's clothing. In addition, the range of shoes is not only wide, but also exclusive. Are you looking for a popular shoe that cannot be found anywhere? Then it is possible that they simply have it at Assem.
Women can indulge themselves with brands such as UGG, Shabbies, Toms, Fred de la Bretoniere, Nubikk, Michael Kors and more. When it comes to men's shoes, top brands such as Floris van Bommel, Santoni, Nubikk, Blackstone and Magnanni are at the forefront.
Address
Aert van Nesstraat 38 & 42-50, 3012 CB Rotterdam
One more shoe store (or two!) that you can't miss. Shoe specialist BOTH has been a household name in the city for more than half a century and is a place where quality and personal attention go hand in hand. On one side of the street you will find the women's collection, and on the other side is the store with the men's collection.
All shoes in the shoe store are selected by the owner himself and added to the collection. The extensive range consists of business and private, young and old, trendy and classic. The perfect shoe store for both men and women who love high-quality and fashionable shoes.
Address
Heren: Van Oldenbarneveltplaats 25, 3012 HZ Rotterdam
Dames: Van Oldenbarneveltplaats 194, 3012 AJ Rotterdam
We end the shopping route in the department store of Rotterdam: de Bijenkorf! Reserve some time for this last stop, because with all the luxurious perfumes, make-up brands, bags, shoes and clothing you will be busy for a while.
All lovers of high-end brands such as Gucci and Louis Vuitton are at the right address here, because at de Bijenkorf in Rotterdam you will experience the full experience at the 'shop-in-shop' of a number of fashion houses.
In addition, de Bijenkorf has great services for all shoppers. For example, you can use a personal shopper here, you can have your sneakers cleaned and they are ready in the lingerie department to give you the best advice for a well-fitting set. Did you also know that de Bijenkorf offers a tax refund scheme? Visitors from outside the EUR can use this!
Address
Coolsingel 105, 3012 AH Rotterdam
