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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 holiday in Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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.

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.
Things to do

Explore Rotterdam in 90 minutes with a Local

Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

Rotterdam: Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk

Small group tour to Kinderdijk windmills and Delft from Amsterdam
Top hotels in Oude Westen

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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 Rotterdam City Theatre and Witte de Withstraat while in the area.

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

Scheepvaartkwartier
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Scheepvaartkwartier. You might want to make time for a stop at Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout or Historic Garden Schoonoord.

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

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