VISITOR INFO
DIRECTIONS
The festival takes place at 15 venues in the centre of Rotterdam, all of them within easy walking distance of each other, but venues are also easily accessible by bike or public transport. The main venue, Cinerama Cinema, is situated at WestBlaak 18.
INFORMATION POINT
During the festival all information will be provided via this website and at the festival desk at the Cinerama Cinema, Westblaak 18 and/or at Roodkapje Gallery, Meent 119-133.
OPENING HOURS
The Image Festival keynote sessions are programmed on 28 & 29 October. Cinerama Cinema opening hours are from 10 am until the end of the last screening.
The RoundTown programme will start on Saturday 22 and ends on Sunday 31 October. Opening hours of the various locations can be found on the different websites of our partners. The central lounge area for the RoundTown programme is at Roodkapje Gallery.
ADMISSION FEES
The main programme in the Cinerama Cinema and the RoundTown programme can be visited with the Festival Pass. Discounts are available for special interest groups (see: tickets). Admission fees for RoundTown activities that require payment will be listed in the daily schedule.
TRAVEL AND PARKING
Since all festival locations are in downtown Rotterdam, we advise you to walk, cycle or use public transport.
On foot or by bike:
All activities and locations can be easily reached by foot. Visitors arriving by train should head for the MacHouse store in front of Central Station where they can obtain the festival brochure and map. From there it is just a 15-minute walk to the festival site. Upon leaving the station entrance, cross the square (Stationsplein) and proceed down the Westersingel. Cross Eendrachtsplein and arrive at Westblaak. Bicycles can be rented at Central Station.
By public transport:
If approaching the city from the east or west, take the metro Caland line and get off at Eendrachtsplein. Then walk in the direction of Westblaak. If travelling from Central Station or South Rotterdam, take the metro Erasmus line. Get off at Beurs and walk down Westblaak. Trams and busses can take you to all the locations. See www.rotterdam.info for public transport information. The app ‘Rotterdam Info’ can be downloaded on your mobile device.
By car:
If, however, you still prefer to come by car, be aware that meter parking along the roadside is only possible with a Dutch Chipknip card or via your mobile phone and, in addition, it is expensive. In parking garages, however, you can pay in cash or by debit or credit card. From the Rotterdam Ring highway, follow the signs to Rotterdam Centrum. The closest car park to the festival is Parkeergarage Westblaak (Hartmanstraat 35), but the garages at Schouwburgplein and Binnenwegplein are also within walking distance.
You might also park at one of the Park&Ride lots around town and proceed into town by metro. For full information on parking facilities visit www.rotterdam.info.
ROTTERDAM TIPS & LINKS
WEATHER
During the Festival period, temperatures typically are around 12°C. Rain is possible, so remember to bring appropriate clothing. For current weather and the possibility of showers, visit www.buienradar.nl
DINING OUT
The town centre offers a great variety of eating establishments in all price ranges. Find more information on these websites:
GENERAL CITY & COUNTRY GUIDES
Tourist information: www.rotterdam.info
City information: www.rotterdam.nl
Lonely Planet: www.lonelyplanet.com/the-netherlands/rotterdam
Accessibility: www.bereikbareregiorotterdam.nl/
Traveling and staying: www.tripadvisor.com/