Oud-West Travel Guide
Amsterdam
Popular places to visit
Dam Square
Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.
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.
Rijksmuseum
Explore The Netherlands’ largest publicly-funded museum, full of world-famous masterpieces.
RAI Exhibition and Congress Centre
Learn about the events happening in RAI Exhibition and Congress Centre during your trip to Amsterdam. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
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
Checking in early was easy and the staff was very accommodating. The room was clean and very comfortable. Will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Love staying at this hotel
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Super clean, modern, easy to check in to and staff was very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
We really enjoyed our stay over Christmas. The staff were more than helpful with early check in and minding our luggage too. Comfortable bedding. Only downfall was limited shower pressure but found most places that around Europe
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
The Hoxton, Lloyd Amsterdam
Clean room friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
I had a reservation issue and the front desk staff could not have been more facilitating. Every one I met was extremely warm and friendly but also efficient.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 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 Westergasfabriek Culture Park, 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 Stedelijk Museum, 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 Houseboat Museum, 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 Concertgebouw, 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.
