Neighbourhoods
Amsterdam Nieuw-West
Spacious post-war "garden cities" around the Sloterplas lake — green, residential and well off the tourist map.
- Green
- Quiet
- Residential
Nieuw-West is a district of spacious post-war "garden cities" laid out around the Sloterplas lake — green, residential and well off the tourist map. It's where you'll find calm, space and everyday Amsterdam life, plus the historic village of Sloten with its windmill.
Best for
- Green space and the Sloterplas lake
- A quiet, local, affordable stay
- The Sloten windmill
Avoid if you want
- Sights, nightlife and canal scenery
- A central base
Frequently asked
- Is it worth visiting?
- Mainly if you want green space and a local feel — the Sloterplas is great for walking, cycling and summer swimming.
- What's the highlight?
- The lake, and the old village of Sloten with its working windmill.