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.
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.
Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum
Admire one of the finest collections of artwork in Europe, which features Dutch Old Masters as well as abstract and contemporary pieces.
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.
Things to do
Rotterdam: Miniworld Rotterdam Entry Ticket
Rotterdam: 1-day RET Public Transport Ticket
Rotterdam: Euromast Lookout Tower Ticket
Rotterdam: Maritime Museum and historic museum harbor ticket
Rotterdam: Steamship Rotterdam Audio Tour Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Oude Westen
Supernova Hotel
Very cool hotel in a convenient part of the city…can walk to several different tram/bus stops to get around easily.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
PREMIER SUITES PLUS Rotterdam
Room was perfect, one of the nicest and cleanest rooms I’ve stayed in. Location was perfect, very close to the central station. Staff were exceptionally helpful and professional. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
The Usual Rotterdam
Awesome
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
Very comfortable and clean, perfect for our short break. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the accommodation is located in the city centre so it is easy to explore the city, and there are lots of shops and eateries within a short walking distance. Would happily stay again!
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Art Hotel Rotterdam
Clean room. Friendly staff. Safe area. Close to the metro.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
citizenM Rotterdam
Great staff, unique and fun common areas, rooms are set up exactly as described, close to everything. Metro and trams are steps from hotel.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oude Westen
Chinatown
While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.
Centrum
Travelers come to Centrum for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Witte de Withstraat and De Doelen while you're in town.
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.
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.
