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Looking for original hen party ideas in Rotterdam? Pair something adventurous or delicious during the day, such as abseiling from the Euromast, a harbour cruise or grazing your way through the Markthal, with an evening that is allowed to be a little cheeky. Rotterdam is compact and easy to reach by train, and on Oostplein you will find BonTon Rotterdam, a strip club with male dancers that is set up for groups. Below are seven ideas and a sample itinerary for a full day.
Why choose Rotterdam for a hen do?
Rotterdam is the Dutch city many hen parties overlook, and that is part of its charm. Rotterdam Centraal has direct trains from Amsterdam and Schiphol, and Eurostar runs direct services from London. Once you arrive, the Markthal, the Erasmus Bridge and the river Maas are all close together, and the metro or a water taxi gets you across the river quickly. Add bold architecture and a nightlife scene that really gets going on Friday and Saturday, and you have everything a hen do needs.
7 original hen party ideas in Rotterdam
1. Abseil down the Euromast
For the bride who likes a challenge: step over the edge 100 metres up and abseil down the side of the Euromast. Abseiling is open to anyone aged 16 and over on weekends during the season, and groups can request a private session. Book early, because reservations are final. There is no better photo for the group chat.
2. See the port from the water
Rotterdam looks its best from the river. A harbour cruise, for example with Spido, takes you past cranes, container ships and the skyline. Want something faster? Hop on a water taxi across the Maas. With everyone in matching sashes, the crossing becomes a party in itself.
3. Graze your way through the Markthal
Under the colourful arched ceiling of the Markthal you will find stalls serving food from around the world. Let everyone pick something and share it all at one long table. It is a relaxed start to the day, especially if the group comes from different circles of friends and is still getting to know each other.
4. Book a workshop for the whole group
A workshop keeps everyone together and gives you something to take home. Think cocktail mixing, flower arranging or a burlesque dance class with the bride as the star of the show. Choose something that suits her. The best workshop is the one she cannot stop laughing about.
5. Dinner in Katendrecht
Katendrecht, on the Kop van Zuid, was once a rough harbour district and is now one of the most enjoyable places in the city to eat. Restaurants and cafés cluster around Deliplein, and the SS Rotterdam, a former ocean liner, is moored just around the corner. With a large group, always reserve ahead.
6. Get styled before the evening
Book a make-up session or a professional photoshoot before the evening plans kick off. It takes about an hour, and you will have photos far better than the selfies from later in the night. Everyone will also be ready for the dress code.
7. End with a male strip show at BonTon Rotterdam
Want to finish the night with a bang? At BonTon Rotterdam, Oostplein 226, you get a 90-minute live show by male dancers, with music, lighting effects and cocktails. The club is open on Fridays and Saturdays, with an early and a late show each night, and doors open 30 minutes before each show. Want to make the bride the centre of attention? You can add an on-stage lap dance when you book your tickets. Spots are limited per show and tend to go first.
Sample itinerary: a Saturday in Rotterdam
Prefer a long, leisurely dinner? On Saturdays, choose the late show from 22:00 to 23:30 instead. On Fridays, the shows start at 20:00 and 22:30. Always check the current times when you book.
Practical tips for a hen party at BonTon Rotterdam
Planning a hen party in Rotterdam? Check the show times and tickets for BonTon Rotterdam and add a lap dance for the bride while you book. Curious about the evening itself? Read what is included in a night out.