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.
Markthal Rotterdam
During your visit to Rotterdam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this romantic 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.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
Feijenoord Stadium
Catch an event at Feijenoord Stadium during your trip to Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Activities
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
Rotterdam: Feyenoord 'De Kuip' Stadium Tour
Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam
MUST DO: Rotterdam highlights & history with a local guide
Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide
Our pick of the best Oude Westen Hotel Deals
PREMIER SUITES PLUS Rotterdam
"The corner suite was nice and had a wonderful view of Centraal Station. Giotta at reception desk was wonderful! She was very nice, hospitable and very helpful as was the trainee, Chelsea(?). They were both especially helpful with directions with public transportation The kitchen was full fully equipped. ..."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Carlton Beach
"Great breakfast, location, amenities, staff. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Usual Rotterdam
"Clean and convenient, good location, quiet"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
"Awful experience. I booked this hotel based on the reviews, but I was completely misled. I ended up paying €150 for parking for less than three days because the staff were unable to help with parking at the hotel, despite parking being listed as one of the booking features. There was no daily water ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Art Hotel Rotterdam
"Nous avons beaucoup aimé l’hotel pour la propreté, les staffs sont aidant, pour le confort et beauté. Le buffet au déjeuner vaut le coût ."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The James Hotel Rotterdam
"Nice hotel in a good location. Very comfortable. Staff helpful. Food kiosk had several choices but property would be nicer if it offered at least a continental breakfast."
Reviewed on 18 May 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 Santa Claus Statue and Witte de Withstraat 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 Santa Claus Statue and Witte de Withstraat.
Nieuwe Westen
While Nieuwe Westen isn't home to many top sights, Blijdorp Zoo and Miniworld Rotterdam are some notable places to visit nearby.
Scheepvaartkwartier
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Scheepvaartkwartier. You might want to make time for a stop at Euromast or Erasmus Bridge.
