Visit Oude Westen
Popular places to visit
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.
SS Rotterdam
You can browse the exhibits at SS Rotterdam, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
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.
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.
Maritime Museum
As one of the largest and oldest port cities in Europe, it’s fitting that Rotterdam boasts one of the continent’s most impressive nautical museums.
Things to do
Utrecht: Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Rotterdam
Delft: Canal House Museum 'Paul Tetar van Elven' Ticket
Delft: Vermeer Centrum Delft Museum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Oude Westen
PREMIER SUITES PLUS Rotterdam
The Hotel itself was in a great location, very close to Rotterdam train station, trams and busroutes. The room was fantastic, roomy and clean, plus we had a great view. Staff were all very friendly and professional. It would be helpful if there were instructions in the laundry room for running the ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hotel 171
Friendly staff, small clean room, excellent location
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
The Usual Rotterdam
Room clean, tidy and comfortable. Staff helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
I highly recommend this hotel… It was incredible for the hotel and location..
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
citizenM Rotterdam
Good
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Carlton Beach
Everything was great including the restaurant
Reviewed on 6 Jan 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.
Agniesebuurt
While there might not be top attractions in Agniesebuurt, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Old Luxor Theater and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
