de Doelen
The iconic concert and congress centre de Doelen is located at Schouwburgplein. Each year, nearly five hundred concerts and events take place at de Doelen: from classical to jazz, world music, pop and more.
The iconic concert and congress centre de Doelen is located at Schouwburgplein. Each year, nearly five hundred concerts and events take place at de Doelen, attracting 400,000 visitors. From classical to jazz, world music, pop and more: you'll discover it all here. De Doelen is the home of the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra and also the International Film Festival Rotterdam returns annually to this central location. In 2024, the Doelen studios opened, including a café with free live music, a restaurant, a podcast studio and art gallery.
Accessibility
De Doelen is a 5-minute walk from Rotterdam Central Station. There are car parks underneath Schouwburgplein.
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