Oude Westen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Erasmus Bridge showing a bridge, night scenes and modern architecture

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 Bridge
Euromast which includes a park, landscape views and a lake or waterhole

Euromast

The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.

Euromast
SS Rotterdam

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.

SS Rotterdam
Kinderdijk showing a river or creek and a windmill

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.

Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
Markthal Rotterdam

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.

Markthal Rotterdam
Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum showing art and interior views

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.

Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum

Activities

Best Intro Tour of Rotterdam with a Local

Best Intro Tour of Rotterdam with a Local

NZ$543
per adult
Best Intro Tour of Rotterdam with a Local
Discover Rotterdam in 90 Minutes with a Local

Explore Rotterdam in 90 minutes with a Local

NZ$426
per adult
Explore Rotterdam in 90 minutes with a Local
Delft

Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

NZ$186
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk

Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk

NZ$19
per adult
Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk
Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour

Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour

NZ$57
per adult
Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour
Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise

Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise

NZ$51
per adult
Rotterdam: Pancake Cruise
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Our pick of the best Oude Westen Hotel Deals

PREMIER SUITES PLUS Rotterdam

PREMIER SUITES PLUS Rotterdam

4 out of 5
Weena 710, Rotterdam
The price is NZ$213 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$213
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (864 reviews)
"Beautiful. Clean. Great location."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

PREMIER SUITES PLUS Rotterdam
Supernova Hotel

Supernova Hotel

4 out of 5
68 's-Gravendijkwal, Rotterdam, ZH
The price is NZ$167 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$167
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (101 reviews)
"The sophisticated bunk bed design is really unique, our kids loved it. Beds were also big and extremely comfy. The bathroom is stylish but not really practical as the floor tiles get pretty slippery when wet. Room was spacious and everyone had space to hang out. Patio was beautiful but not well maintained. ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Supernova Hotel
The James Hotel Rotterdam

The James Hotel Rotterdam

3.5 out of 5
Aert van Nesstraat 25, Rotterdam
The price is NZ$121 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$121
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"Great hotel, really friendly and helpful staff, and a nice central location. Don't be put off by the slightly uninspiring appearance from outside (and the tiny door from the street!) as it's really lovely inside. I wish it had a restaurant, but there are so many around that it's not a problem. I ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

The James Hotel Rotterdam
The Usual Rotterdam

The Usual Rotterdam

4 out of 5
Westblaak 10, Rotterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$106 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$106
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Erasmus Bridge and Ahoy Rotterdam ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (191 reviews)
"The Usual is a fun hotel located within easy walking distance to Markthal and the water bus. The (s)quad room was perfect for our family of four."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

The Usual Rotterdam
Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen

Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen

5 out of 5
Gevers Deynootplein 30, Scheveningen, The Hague
The price is NZ$463 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$463
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in The Hague. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
Must-visit in The Hague
"Absolutely must-visit hotel, nice spa, spacious lobby, great bar. I was completely satisfied and would like to be back, just a small note- beds in twin room are extremely small. Next time only DBL bed please"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen
citizenM Rotterdam

citizenM Rotterdam

4 out of 5
Gelderse plein 50, Rotterdam, South Holland
The price is NZ$130 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$130
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rotterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"Nice place would stay again"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

citizenM Rotterdam
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Other neighbourhoods around Oude Westen

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Chinatown

While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like De Doelen and Holland Casino Rotterdam.

Chinatown
Euromast showing a lake or waterhole, landscape views and a park

Centrum

Centrum is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Rotterdam City Theatre and Lijnbaan while in the area.

Centrum
Rotterdam featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements

Cool

While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Lijnbaan and Witte de Withstraat.

Cool
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Scheepvaartkwartier

You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Scheepvaartkwartier. You might want to make time for a stop at Euromast or Erasmus Bridge.

Scheepvaartkwartier
Maritime Museum featuring outdoor art and a square or plaza

Stadsdriehoek

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.

Stadsdriehoek
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Blijdorp

Blijdorp might not have many top sights, but Blijdorp Zoo and Holland Casino Rotterdam are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Blijdorp

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