Nieuwe Westen
Rotterdam
Visit Nieuwe 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.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
SS Rotterdam
You can browse the exhibits at SS Rotterdam, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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 do some window-shopping at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this romantic area, you can savor 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
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Guided Tour from Amsterdam
Rotterdam: Harbor Cruise with Live Guide
Delft: Vermeer Centrum Delft Museum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Nieuwe Westen
The Usual Rotterdam
Good area
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
Art Hotel Rotterdam
Boutique hôtel with a nice view and close to the train station. Grand lobby with a great bar and restaurant. Toilets are micro and mattress/pillow quality needs improvement
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
Lovely hotel in a great spot in Rotterdam short walk from central station the shopping and museums, plus the witte de wittstrasse. Also has a metro station outside! Great service and really comfy room
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
citizenM Rotterdam
Great location! Close to transit and waterfront, the Markthal and tons of shopping. Comfortable stay.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Haven Hotel Rotterdam, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great, upgraded for a few quid more
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025
Riva Hotel The Hague
Amazing experience. Keto, the manager was extremely professional and kind. Excellent breakfast. Absolutely recommended. We’ll stay again
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nieuwe Westen
Middelland
While Middelland might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum and De Doelen.
Oude Westen
While there might not be top attractions in Oude Westen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like De Doelen and Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum.
Delfshaven
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Delfshaven. You might want to make time for a stop at Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout or Rhine.
Chinatown
While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
Blijdorp
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Blijdorp and surrounding area, you can visit Blijdorp Zoo and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
Centrum
Travelers come to Centrum for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lijnbaan and Witte de Withstraat while you're in town.
