Amsterdam Oud-West, Amsterdam

Name: Amsterdam Oud-West
Address: Amsterdam, Netherlands

#408 among attractions in Amsterdam

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Oud-West is a neighborhood of Amsterdam, Netherlands, roughly covering the area between the Overtoom, a major thoroughfare west of the city centre, and the parallel De Clercqstraat, a shopping street. The exact boundaries are the Vondelpark and the Singelgracht, Hugo de Grootgracht and Kostverlorenvaart canals. The neighbourhood consists of two historically and demographically distinct communities: the Overtoombuurt in the south and the Kinkerbuurt in the north. ()

Local name: Oud-West Coordinates: 52°21'52"N, 4°52'6"E

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Stadsdeel West (Van Lennepbuurt)Amsterdam Netherlands

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Amsterdam Oud-West – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, P.C. Hooftstraat, Melkweg, Hollandsche Manege.

0.7 miSE
Museum of contemporary art and design
Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, Amsterdam
17 min walk • The Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam is a beacon of modern and contemporary art nestled in the heart of the Netherlands' vibrant capital city. As one of Amsterdam's most prestigious institutions, it boasts a rich collection that spans over a century of artistic innovation...
0.5 miSE
Shopping, Shopping district
P.C. Hooftstraat, Amsterdam
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the P.C. Hooftstraat serves as the epitome of luxury shopping in the Netherlands' vibrant capital. This exclusive shopping district, named after the Dutch poet and playwright Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft, has transformed into a...
0.5 miE
Dancing, Nightlife
Melkweg, Amsterdam
14 min walk • At the heart of Amsterdam's vibrant cultural scene, Melkweg stands as a premier music venue, pulsating with life amidst the city's historic canals and bustling streets. This dynamic venue, nestled in the Leidseplein area, is renowned for hosting an eclectic mix of live...
~1460 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport, Horseback riding tours
Hollandsche Manege, Amsterdam
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Hollandsche Manege stands as a testament to the city's enduring equestrian tradition. This historic riding school, established in 1744 and later rebuilt in 1882, is the oldest of its kind in the Netherlands, offering locals...
0.5 miS
Huge park with an open-air theater
Vondelpark, Amsterdam
13 min walk • Vondelpark is Amsterdam's most famous and visited park, offering a verdant escape in the heart of the Netherlands' bustling capital city. This picturesque park spans over 120 acres and is a sanctuary for residents and tourists alike who are looking to unwind, exercise...
0.7 miNE
Canal
Prinsengracht, Amsterdam
17 min walk • The Prinsengracht is a 3.2-kilometer-long canal that runs parallel to the Keizersgracht in the center of Amsterdam. The canal, named after the Prince of Orange, is the fourth of the four main canals belonging to the canal belt.
0.6 miE
Nightlife, Gambling, Casino
Holland Casino, Amsterdam
16 min walk • Holland Casino is a Dutch state-owned company and has the legal monopoly on gambling in the Netherlands, and has fourteen casinos located throughout the country. Profits from Holland Casino go directly to the Dutch treasury. In 2007, profit was around 267 million euros and in 2006 some 263 million euros.
0.6 miE
Theater, Opera, Concerts and shows
Municipal Theatre, Amsterdam
15 min walk • The Stadsschouwburg of Amsterdam is the name of a theatre building at the Leidseplein in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The building is in the neo-Renaissance style dating back to 1894, and is the former home of the National Ballet and Opera.
0.7 miNE
Canal
Lauriergracht, Amsterdam
17 min walk • The Lauriergracht is one of the canals of Amsterdam, located in the Jordaan, west of the Grachtengordel.
0.6 miE
Buzzing bars and iconic concert venues
Leidseplein, Amsterdam
16 min walk • Leidseplein is a square in central Amsterdam, Netherlands. It lies in the Weteringschans neighborhood, immediately northeast of the Singelgracht. It is located on the crossroads of the Weteringschans, Marnixstraat and Leidsestraat.
0.7 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Diamond Museum Amsterdam, Amsterdam
18 min walk • The Diamond Museum Amsterdam is a museum located at the Museumplein in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The museum was founded in 2007 by Ben Meier of Coster Diamonds.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Amsterdam Oud-West?

Nearby attractions include Overtoombuurt, Amsterdam (5 min walk), Kinkerbuurt, Amsterdam (7 min walk), Grachtengordel, Amsterdam (7 min walk), Hollandsche Manege, Amsterdam (8 min walk).

How to get to Amsterdam Oud-West by public transport?

The nearest stations to Amsterdam Oud-West:

Bus

Ten Katestraat • Lines: N83 (3 min walk)
Bilderdijkstraat • Lines: N83 (6 min walk)

Tram

Ten Katestraat • Lines: 17, 7 (3 min walk)
Bilderdijkstraat • Lines: 17, 7 (6 min walk)

Metro

Vijzelgracht • Lines: 52 (26 min walk)
Rokin • Lines: 52 (29 min walk)