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Looking for the best vintage shops and thrift stores in Rotterdam? You have come to the right place! I’ve scoured the streets of Rotterdam looking for the best shops in the city. Rotterdam is a thrifters paradise. There are so many second-hand shops in the city that it’s impossible to visit them all on a weekend city trip. That’s why I have put together this vintage Rotterdam shopping guide to help you find the best second-hand fashion in the city!
Rotterdam is the second-largest city in the Netherlands and is known for being the largest port in Europe, having a skyline with outstanding architecture, and a progressive mentality.
Rotterdam is absolutely worth visiting and you will not be bored traveling to this corner of the Netherlands. The city’s thriving cultural scene, multi-ethnic diversity, and avant-garde mentality will surely blow you away.
Aside from the excellent museums, cool music venues, and amazing architecture, Rotterdam also has a cool vintage fashion scene.
Rotterdam is easy to get around on foot and if you think walking around is taking up too much of your time, renting a bike in Rotterdam is an excellent alternative.
Public transport is rather expensive. A single ticket costs € 4 and a 1-day tourist ticket will set you back € 14,50.
Rotterdam second hand shops are abound in the city
There are so many thrift stores and vintage shops in Rotterdam that making a plan to visit most of them while you’re in Rotterdam is not a bad idea. Rotterdam is not that big but the main reason why a plan comes in handy is the opening hours of all the shops which are quite irregular. Be sure to check them out before you plan your trip!
A lot of the shops are situated in the Zwaanhals, a multicultural, up-and-coming street in the North of Rotterdam. Visiting the Zwaanhals should definitely be on your list and is the place to go if you don’t have much time on your hands. Six of the vintage shops on this list are located at the Zwaanhals.
The others vintage shops are scattered all over the city. The best thing to do when visiting Rotterdam is to explore a certain area every day and check beforehand which vintage shops are in that area and if they are open.
As said before, many vintage shops have very limited opening hours and some of them even open up only three days a week!
Without further ado, here is my vintage shops Rotterdam guide!
Cheap fashion is located at the Meent and is by far the coolest vintage store in Rotterdam. Come here to find some second-hand sneakers, old Levi’s jeans, and cool jackets and hats. They also sells a nice array of vintage hand bags.
Vintage shops Rotterdam: Cheap fashion
Cheap fashion is great because the items on sale are all reasonably priced. Prices are definitely more expensive than a second-hand store but a lot cheaper than most of the vintage shops in Rotterdam. They are also open every day!
Website: Cheap fashion
Where: Directions
Episode is a Dutch-owned second-hand shop chain with outlets in The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Denmark. The funky vibe in the Rotterdam store puts you in a good mood directly. It is located in the hip and trendy Witte de Withstraat.
Second hand shop Rotterdam: Episode.
Episode has a great array of vintage training jackets, old-school all-stars, hats, and even kimonos. They also open up every day of the week and are close to some other nice vintage stores on this list.
Website: Episode
Where: Directions
Dearhunter is a wonderful vintage shop located at the corner of the Eendrachtsweg. The collection is beautifully curated and you can tell that the owner has a great sense of style.
Vintage shopping Rotterdam: Dearhunter
At Dearhunter, you can find high-quality vintage items like Levi’s jeans, trendy bags, and unique dresses at affordable prices. Try a few pieces here while enjoying the amazing interior and hospitality of Hanneke!
Website: Dearhunter
Where: Directions
Vintage shop Rotterdam: Sweet Rebels.
Sweet Rebels is a vintage shop at the Schiedamse Vest near de famous Witte de Withstraat in the center of Rotterdam. Here you find one-of-a-kind items ranging from unknown brands to designer items that are hard to find anywhere else.
If you have a special project or event in the near future, they also have a project called “Sweet rentals”. You can rent out a special dress or an exclusive purse and bring it back three days later.
It’s also close to a great vegan restaurant in Rotterdam, Vegan Junk Food Bar!
Website: Sweet Rebels
Where: Directions
“Spullen voor in je huis” (literally translated: “Stuff to put in your house”) is a cozy second-hand furniture shop at the Stadhoudersweg in the north of the city. The north is one of the up-and-coming neighborhoods of Rotterdam and is very fun to walk around with tree-lined canals that date back from the pre-war era.
Thrift store Rotterdam: Spullen voor in je huis.
At Spullen voor in je huis, you can find many cool flower pots, rotan furniture, and vintage chairs. They also sell a nice array of beautiful plants. It’s one of my favorite hotspots in Rotterdam!
Inside the store, you can also find the breakfast spot “Breakfasts in Rotterdam”. Here you can indulge in a lovely chia bowl or some cinnamon toast before you make your way to thrifters paradise.
Websites: Spullen voor in je huis
Where: Directions
Rotterdam Vintage: Volle kast.
Volle kast is a hip and trendy vintage designer shop located at the Zwaanhals, the best street in Rotterdam to shop for vintage fashion.
At Volle kast, you can find second-hand designer pieces for women, men, and even children. A few of the brands they sell are Prada, Dior and Malene Birger.
Website: Volle kast
Where: Directions
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Catch by Joy is a vintage pop-up shop at the Oude Binnenweg in the heart of Rotterdam. It is hard to find another vintage shop that can match the cool and ambiance this little store has!
Rotterdam Vintage shop: Catch by Joy.
Whether you’re looking for beautiful vintage wine glasses, antique vases, or amazing antique-looking earrings, it’s all here!
Joy also sells a small range of clothing and her own handmade jewelry made from seashells. Not that big of a fan of the jewelry because picking shells can cause damage to our precious ecosystems but the store, in general, is really worth a visit.
Website: Catch by Joy
Where: Since it’s a pop-up there is no location to be found in Google Maps but the store is located at the Oude Binnenweg.
Vintage store Rotterdam: Vague vintage.
Vague vintage is a cute little vintage store at the Zwaanhals, the place to be for vintage fashion in Rotterdam. The shop is bright and airy and all the items are beautifully presented by the owner. Clothes, scarves, boots, and other accessories or a few of the things on offer.
If you want to check out the items they sell before visiting the physical store you can have a look at their adorable online shop.
Website: Vague Vintage
Where: Directions
Pleur is a concept store/vintage shop located at the Bergselaan in the north of Rotterdam. It’s a bit far outside the city center but don’t let that turn you off. The North of Rotterdam is a great place to stroll around with lots of green spaces and cozy canals.
Pleur is a Rotterdam thrift store+eco-friendly shop
At Pleur, you can find a large range of eco-friendly products like bamboo toothbrushes, eco-friendly wrapping papers, water bottles and soaps. Downstairs, they present a nice assortment of vintage clothes. You can really dig some treasures here!
If you get tired from all that (eco-friendly) shopping, order a coffee and some toast at the counter. Yes, this store also doubles as a coffee bar! Snuggle up with your coffee on the vintage sofa while marveling at your vintage or eco-friendly finds.
Website: Pleur
Where: Directions
The ultimate vintage shopping experience for lovers of the fifites and sixeties
If you’re a fan of dresses from the fifties and sixties then Lily Scarlet at the Zwaanhals is a must-visit! Most of the items on sale or not vintage but vintage replicas. But, they also sell some real vintage pieces ranging from the 1930ies to the 1960ies.
The store is breathtakingly cool but if you want to see what’s on offer before visiting you can check out their Etsy store!
Website: Lily Scarlet
Where: Directions
‘t Pakhuys in is one of the cheapest Rotterdam thrift stores
I stumbled upon ‘t Pakhuys by accident while slowly exploring the streets of Rotterdam. ‘t Pakhuys is not a real vintage shop but a thrift store selling stuff at extremely low prices.
If you have time on your hands, it’s really worth it to make your way to ‘t Pakhuys. I saw a beautiful vintage lamp, cool champagne glasses, and a cute little pouf for only a few euros. Really worth the visit!
Website: ‘t Pakhuys
Where: Directions
Vintage shop in Rotterdam: Betje Krul.
Betje Krul is a bright and colorful vintage shop at the Zwaanhals in Rotterdam. At first, upon entering, you will probably be wondering why there is a pink fence in front of you. Don’t worry, it’s not to check if you are allowed to visit the store but to prevent the owner’s cute little dog named Abel away from fleeing through the door.
The vibe in this store is great, the music puts you in a good mood and the clothes, accessories, and shoes are fabulous. Highly recommended!
Website: Betje Krul
Where: Directions
Rotterdam second hand shops: Vinnie vintage
Vinnie vintage is a vintage store at the Nieuwe Binnenweg in Rotterdam selling branded and unbranded items for very reasonable prices. Brands on sale range from Burberry to Lacoste to Prada and Gucci.
The store is very chic and elegant and will make you feel like you’re in a designer store rather than a vintage shop!
Website: Vinnie Vintage
Where: Directions
Vintage and thrift shop Rotterdam: Ding en dingen
Ding and Dingen is located at the Zwaanhals in Rotterdam. Ding and Dingen is not just like any vintage store! At Ding and Dingen, they sell beautiful vintage dresses, shoes, and accessories but they also sell their own hand-made collection fabricated from recycled materials.
You can check out their webshop to have look before your visit! The items on offer are rather focused on filling up your day-to-day wardrobe than for special occasions.
Website: Ding en Dingen
Where: Directions
Rotterdam vintage shops: Sluijter and Meijer
Sluijter and Meijer is located in the center of Rotterdam at the Witte De Withstraat. It is labeled as a vintage store but it is much more of a gift store than an actual vintage clothing store.
However, there are some cool vintage items on sale here like sunglasses and dresses that vintage lovers surely will like. Be sure to ask the owner if you’re not 100% sure that something is actually second-hand.
Website: Sluijter & Meijer
Where: Directions
Rotterdam second hand: Vintage aan de Rotte
If you’re a fan of the sixties and seventies then this vintage interior store will blow your mind. At Vintage aan de Rotte you can find the most beautiful vintage pieces from the sixties and seventies like lamps, tableware, chairs and tables.
I especially loved their Rotan pieces and selection of lamps. This store breaths vintage and you can tell all the items have been handpicked with a lot of love and great care.
Website: Vintage aan de Rotte
Where: Directions
Vintage and second hand Rotterdam: Stil Leven
Stil Leven is a unique vintage store located at Rijnhoutplein in Rotterdam. Unfortunately, the store was closed when I wanted to visit so I only got a chance to peek inside.
Nevertheless, Stil Leven has an amazing Instagram account where you check out some pieces that are on offer. It’s stylish, elegant, and sophisticated!
Website: Stil Leven
Where: Directions
It’s not easy to find sustainable accommodation options in the center of Rotterdam, Some hotels seem to make an effort and quite a few large chain hotels have a Green key certificate but at Travelers & Dreamers we like to spend our money locally.
As you travel to Rotterdam, staying at a “wikkelboat” is a unique and fun experience. Wikkelboats are tiny houseboats that are sustainably constructed at the banks of the canals near the center of Rotterdam. You’ll have to walk a bit to the center (or better rent a bicycle in
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Rotterdam!). But staying at a wikkelboat is absolutely worth it!
I’ll list of few of them below!
There you go! As you can see, Rotterdam is a paradise for anyone who is into second-hand fashion.
As said before, if you have little time on your hand, the best place to in Rotterdam is the Zwaanhals. Six of the stores in this guide are located on that particular street, making it the place to be in Rotterdam for vintage shopping.
I hope you enjoyed this vintage Rotterdam guide! Let me know if you know of any other great vintage stores in Rotterdam so I can visit them on my next trip to Rotterdam!
Let me know in the comments below if you have any questions or message me through my contact page.
Also, don’t forget to check out my resources page with my favorite booking platforms and tips to start planning your trip. Additionally, have a look at my favorite travel gear if you want to pack more consciously!
ENJOY!
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