Oude Westen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Oude Westen
Popular places to visit
Ahoy Rotterdam
Catch an event at Ahoy Rotterdam during your trip to Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Erasmus Bridge
This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
Erasmus MC
If Erasmus MC is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rotterdam.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
Markthal Rotterdam
During your visit to Rotterdam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
See the largest collection of authentic windmills in the Netherlands as you cycle or hike through this picturesque World Heritage site.
Activities
Rotterdam: Feyenoord 'De Kuip' Stadium Tour
Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam
MUST DO: Rotterdam highlights & history with a local guide
Delft: Vermeer Centrum Delft Museum Entry Ticket
Rotterdam: Miniworld Rotterdam Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Oude Westen Hotel Deals
Hotel 171
Had a great stay. Close to all the spots that didn’t require taking public transport
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Usual Rotterdam
Helpful staff | Good location | Noise insulated pods | Clean communal bathroom.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Great location! Short walk to lots of entertainment, shopping, and food. Property and staff are excellent!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
Carlton Beach
DId not have the chance to have breakfast
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
Excellent as alwsys
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oude Westen
Chinatown
While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
Centrum
Centrum is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Witte de Withstraat and De Doelen while in the area.
Middelland
Though Middelland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum and De Doelen.
Cool
While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Witte de Withstraat and De Doelen.
Scheepvaartkwartier
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Scheepvaartkwartier. You might want to make time for a stop at Euromast or Erasmus Bridge.
Stadsdriehoek
If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.
