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 find out about the history of Rotterdam when you stop by SS 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 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
Rotterdam: Private Exclusive History Tour with Local Expert
Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam
Top hotels in Oude Westen
![Art Hotel Rotterdam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1210000/1206600/1206522/674ade2b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Jun,2024
![PREMIER SUITES PLUS Rotterdam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17570000/17566900/17566874/93a3df9b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Jun,2024
![Morgan & Mees Rotterdam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100150700/100150614/e9dc6722_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun,2024
![Supernova Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37890000/37887400/37887354/374a171d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 30 May,2024
![The James Hotel Rotterdam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21626100/21626044/6d084899_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun,2024
![Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15000/14949/88a462ec_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun,2024
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.
![Euromast featuring landscape views, a lake or waterhole and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79172-Euromast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Centrum
Centrum is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Rotterdam City Theatre and Witte de Withstraat while in the area.
![Maritime Museum showing a square or plaza and outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79111-Maritime-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Stadsdriehoek
If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.
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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.
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Noord
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Noord. You might consider stopping by Blijdorp Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
![Delfshaven which includes a river or creek and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/78000/78702-Delfshaven.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Delfshaven
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Delfshaven. You might want to make time for a stop at Rhine or Windmill.