The biggest event of the year is coming up! The streets are slowly turning orange and there are plenty of places where you can watch the World Cup and cheer on the Dutch team.
And let’s be honest: what could be more fun than supporting Oranje together, dressed in orange? We did some research and have collected 10 places where you can watch the World Cup matches. Read on!
1. Biergarten
Annabel and Biergarten are teaming up during this World Cup! Here, you can not only watch the Netherlands matches, but almost all other World Cup matches will be shown too. They will be broadcast both indoors and outdoors on a big screen, from the opening match all the way to the final.
All matches are free to watch, but a small contribution is requested for the Netherlands matches. It often gets busy here quickly, so arrive on time to make sure you get a good spot.
Address
Schiestraat 18, 3013 AH Rotterdam
2. Gele Kanarie
De Gele Kanarie is turning orange! Here, you can watch the Netherlands matches indoors or outdoors, so whatever the weather, you are covered. The atmosphere is guaranteed to be lively, as DJs will be playing during half time. The party will continue after the match too.
Please note: full means full!
Address
Binnenrotte 200, 3011 HC Rotterdam
Goudsesingel 284, 3011 KH Rotterdam
3. Silbar
At Silbar, you can watch the Dutch and Mexican matches in true style. Why choose between a cerveza and a beer when you can simply have both? Expect a fun atmosphere, plenty of orange and Mexican influences, and of course a great place to watch the matches together.
Address
Bergweg 94A, 3036 BE Rotterdam
4. Keilecafe
Want to watch the Netherlands matches on a big screen? You can do just that at Keilecafe. Expect a big orange party with ice cold drinks. It all starts on Saturday 14 June, but on Saturday 20 June they are going even bigger with an XL edition including DJs.
Address
Vierhavensstraat 46, 3029 BG Rotterdam
5. Station Bergweg
At Station Bergweg, you can watch the Netherlands matches for free. And as you would expect from Station Bergweg, they are going all out again. There is plenty on the programme, with local DJs and singers such as Chicco & Jérôme, extra bars, extra toilets, extra screens and more space.
Oh, and for every goal, you get a free shot of Sjaak.
Address
Bergweg 335, 3037 EP Rotterdam
6. Westkop
The terrace at Westkop is set to be very lively during this World Cup too. There will be a big screen where you can watch the Netherlands matches for free.
You can also follow the other World Cup matches here. Those will be shown inside at the bar, also on a big screen.
Address
Museumpark 35, 3015 EK Rotterdam
7. Villa Kakelbont
Villa Kakelbont is getting fully into the World Cup spirit too. From 11 June, you can watch not only the Netherlands matches here, but all matches that fall within opening hours. All of that in the bar itself, on at least three big screens, with sound throughout the venue and, of course, plenty of cold drinks and snacks.
As if that was not enough, there is also plenty going on around the matches. You can join match prediction pools, collect stamps and enjoy entertainment during half time. Entry is free!
Address
Halvemaanpassage 1, 3011 DL Rotterdam
8. De Wilde Mossel
At De Wilde Mossel, they are completely ready for it. They will be showing the World Cup on no fewer than 13 screens! Indoors, outdoors and even in the toilets, so you really do not have to miss a thing.
During the World Cup, all matches that fall within opening hours will be shown. The Netherlands matches will of course always be screened, but do you want to watch a specific match? Send them a DM and they will try to arrange it for you.
Address
1e Middellandstraat 134, 3021 BJ Rotterdam
9. Foodhallen
Watching the Netherlands matches while eating all kinds of tasty snacks? Then Foodhallen is a great place to cheer on Oranje. Here, you can watch the matches on a big screen and grab snacks from the different stands in the meantime.
That means you do not have to choose between watching football and enjoying good food, because here you can simply do both.
Address
Wilhelminakade 58, 3072 AR Rotterdam
10. Café Stalles
You can also watch all the Netherlands matches at Stalles. Other live matches will be shown too, although the full programme is not yet known.
A great spot if you want plenty of beer choices during the match and fancy a good pizza at the same time.
Address
Nieuwe Binnenweg 11A, 3014 GA Rotterdam
Whether you are there for Oranje, supporting another team or simply in the mood for the World Cup atmosphere, there are plenty of places in Rotterdam to watch the matches together. Choose your favourite spot, wear something orange and make sure to arrive on time for a good place.
Have fun!
