Oud-West Travel Guide
Amsterdam
Popular places to visit
Anne Frank House
See where this courageous Jewish teenager and her family hid from the Nazis during World War II, and where she penned her famous diary.
Van Gogh Museum
Delve into the life of this legendary troubled artist with this unique collection of works and mementos.
Dam Square
Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.
Rijksmuseum
Explore The Netherlands’ largest publicly-funded museum, full of world-famous masterpieces.
Vondelpark
Spend a peaceful afternoon relaxing in the capital's most popular park. Enjoy a picnic and the entertainment on offer among the perfect mix of nature and culture.
Leidseplein
This lively square is an entertainment hub bursting with lively bars and restaurants, theatres and music venues, as well as engaging street performers.
Top hotels in Oud-West
Grand Hotel Downtown
Nice, clean, good value.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Close to the airport
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Amazing stay on the top floor residency room with views to die for.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
Very happy with accommodations. Staff was very friendly and very helpful and asking questions room very clean. Very accessible to the area. Was a center of everything and walked everywhere.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Room Mate Aitana, Amsterdam
Close to main railway station and great for a walk around harbour
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Rho Hotel
Clean rooms and great location!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oud-West
Amsterdam West
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Amsterdam West. You can visit top attractions like Foodhallen and De Hallen, and jump on the metro at Adm. de Ruijterweg Stop or Jan van Galenstraat Stop (19) to see more of the city.
Museum Quarter
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Museum Quarter. Check out top attractions like Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum, and jump on the metro at Van Baerlestraat Stop or Concertgebouw Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Jordaan
Get to know Jordaan and its many features like its breweries and churches. You might want to explore sights like Amsterdam Tulip Museum and The 9 Streets, and you can jump on the metro at Bloemgracht Stop or Rozengracht Stop to get around the city.
Oud-Zuid
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Oud-Zuid. Check out top attractions like Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum, and jump on the metro at Emmastraat Tram Stop or Gerrit van der Veenstraat Stop to see more of the city.
De Weteringschans
While you're in De Weteringschans, take in top sights like Paradiso or Holland Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vijzelgracht Station or Weteringcircuit Stop.
Grachtengordel-Zuid
While you're in Grachtengordel-Zuid, take in top sights like Reguliersdwarsstraat or Flower Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Muntplein Tram Stop or Rembrandtplein Stop.
