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A’DAM Lookout | Home to Europe’s highest swing

See Amsterdam from 100 meters up at A’DAM Lookout. This bold rooftop spot offers jaw-dropping city views, a sky-high swing for thrill-seekers, and skyline dining that hits the spot. It’s modern Amsterdam with a serious sense of adventure.

Why visit A’DAM Lookout

Visitors enjoying the view from ADAM Lookout panorama deck in Amsterdam.
  • City views from above: Take in panoramic views of Amsterdam’s canals, harbor, and skyline from 100 meters up. Perfect for photos, sightseeing, and seeing the city’s layout.
  • High-tech rooftop fun: At the rooftop, discover an interactive exhibition with music, culture, and city history brought to life through creative technology. Great for curious minds of all ages.
  • Food with a view: Enjoy drinks at the rooftop bar or dine at the revolving Moon restaurant or Madam Skybar while overlooking Amsterdam’s sparkling skyline and waterways.
  • Thrill ride to the top: Ride the multimedia elevator to the rooftop in just 22 seconds with lights, visuals, and sound kicking off the visit in style.
  • Just minutes away: Hop on the free ferry from Central Station and reach A’DAM Lookout in minutes. A quick, fun addition to your Amsterdam plans!

Things to know before booking the A’DAM Lookout tickets

  • Ticket types: A’DAM Lookout offers several ticket options to match your mood. Choose a fast-track entry with two included drinks or pick a dining experience with skyline views. Combo tickets are also available if you want to pair your visit with other top Amsterdam attractions. Prefer to stay closer to the water? You can also admire Lookout from a relaxing canal cruise departing nearby.
  • What’s Included in Fast-Track Tickets: Avoid the long lines and head straight up with fast-track access. One ticket option includes two drinks at the Panorama Restaurant or Rooftop Bar. The other offers a curated dining experience at one of A’DAM Lookout’s top restaurants.
  • Dining options: Take your pick from three great spots. Grab a burger with a view at Panorama, enjoy modern bites at Madam Skybar, or go all out with fine dining at Moon.
  • Combo options: Choose from two exciting combos. Pair A’DAM Lookout with a 75-minute canal cruise through Amsterdam’s scenic waterways, or combine it with This is Holland for a 5D flight experience across the Netherlands plus panoramic city views from 100 meters up.
  • Cruise option: See A’DAM Lookout from a whole new angle with a 75-minute canal cruise departing right from the tower. Glide past charming canal houses, historic bridges, and landmarks like the Anne Frank House while taking in the tower’s striking architecture.
  • Cancellation policy: You can cancel your A’DAM Lookout tickets up to 24 hours before your visit for a full refund. Be sure to review the specific cancellation terms before booking.

Which A’DAM Lookout ticket is best for you?

If you want a delicious experience

Go for: Fast track + dining experience

Duration: Flexible

Guide: Audio guide, depending on the ticket selected

Enjoy fast-track entry to A'DAM Lookout with your choice of two drinks or a curated dining experience at select rooftop restaurants.

Recommended experiences:

  • A'DAM Lookout Fast-Track Entry with Dining Options
  • A'DAM Lookout Fast-Track Tickets with 2 Drinks

If you want to see A’DAM Lookout from a different perspective

Go for: Cruise tickets

Duration: 75-mins

Guide: Both live and audio guide

  • See A’DAM Lookout from the water on a 75-minute electric cruise with live commentary, open roof, and multilingual audio guide.

Recommended experience:

  • 75-Min Amsterdam Canal Cruise - From A'DAM Tower

If you want to explore beyond

Go for: Combo tickets

Duration: Flexible

Guide: Yes, depending on the ticket selected

  • Two combos, double the fun. Cruise Amsterdam’s canals before heading sky-high at A’DAM Lookout, or pair the view with a thrilling 5D flight across the Netherlands at This is Holland.

Recommended experiences:

  • Combo: A'DAM Lookout + This is Holland Tickets
  • Combo: A'DAM Lookout Tickets with 2 Drinks + Amsterdam Canal Cruise

A’DAM Lookout highlights

360° sky deck

The 360° sky deck at A’DAM Lookout sits 100 meters high and offers sweeping views of Amsterdam’s canals, city center, port, and surrounding polder landscape from both indoor and outdoor observation points. Perfect for sightseeing in any weather!

Over the Edge swing

The Over the Edge swing at A’DAM Lookout sends you soaring above Amsterdam at 100 meters high, offering unmatched views of the city, canals, and IJ River. Safely harnessed, you’ll swing out over the edge for a thrilling two-minute ride.

Amsterdam VR Ride

Want a virtual thrill ride through Amsterdam? Hop on the Amsterdam VR Ride, put on the VR glasses, and feel like you're soaring through the city on a rollercoaster. See the Rijksmuseum and the Magere Brug without even leaving your seat!

Interactive binoculars

Zoom in on Amsterdam’s skyline with smart binoculars that label key landmarks and share bite-sized facts. From historic canals to modern icons, get instant info in multiple languages while taking in the view from the sky deck.

Glass elevator

The A'DAM Tower's elevator is no ordinary lift! It takes you from the first floor to the twentieth floor in just 20 seconds, with cool lights and sound effects. Plus, you'll get a sneak peek of the city through the glass ceiling.

DJ and dance floor

Dance with a view with a live DJ session at Amsterdam’s highest dance floor. Head to A'DAM Lookout's rooftop Panorama restaurant from Friday to Sunday to enjoy the music and the city views, and dance the night away.

Plan your visit to A’DAM Lookout

A'DAM Lookout observation deck in Amsterdam with over-the-edge swing.
  • Opening hours: 10am to 10pm
  • Last entry: 9pm
  • Duration: Most visitors spend around 1-2 hours exploring the observation deck, enjoying the swing, having drinks and dinner or experiencing the interactive exhibits at the rooftop.
Table set with glasses and flowers overlooking Amsterdam skyline at A'DAM Lookout.
  • Best time during the week: Friday afternoons strike the perfect balance—locals are in weekend mode, the vibe is lively, and it’s still quieter than peak weekend crowds.
  • Best season to visit: April to October brings comfortable weather and clear skies. Summer means long days and energy, while winter is quieter but often cold and overcast.
  • Best time for events: Head up on Friday or Saturday night when DJs take over the Panorama Restaurant and Sky Bar for rooftop music, dancing, and views.
  • Best time for food and drinks: Come between 6pm and 9pm to enjoy dinner or cocktails at Madam, Moon, or Panorama Restaurant with sunset views or sparkling night lights.
  • Address: Overhoeksplein 5, 1031 KS Amsterdam, Netherlands

​Find on Maps

  • By bus: When travelling from Amsterdam Noord, get on line 38

Nearest stop: Buiksloterwegveer, which is 5-mins walk from the venue

  • By metro: Hop on metro line 52 from Amsterdam Noord, then switch to ferry M3 from Centraal Station

Nearest stop: Buiksloterweg, which is about 3-mins walk from the attraction

  • By car: From Amsterdam Noord, take the route Meeuwenlaan. You will reach A’DAM Lookout in about 10-mins, if the traffic conditions permit.

Nearest parking: A’DAM Tower parking (€1.35 per 20 minutes, €50 per day)

Dining at MADAM skybar with city view, A'DAM LOOKOUT, Amsterdam.
  • Audio guide: The free 30-minute audio guide talks about Amsterdam, including fun facts and highlights about the attractions you see, while you enjoy the view.
  • Restaurant: The Sky Bar, Panorama, Moon, or Madam restaurants offer a wide range of options for lunch, snacks, and drinks with a view of the city from up high.
  • Gift shop: Shop for gifts and souvenirs from the A’DAM Lookout gift shop on the first floor. You won’t miss it as you leave the elevator.
  • Lift: There is a lift to take you to the 20th floor with light and sound effects. If you are epileptic, please report to the box office to make use of the alternative lift without flashing lights. 
  • Toilets: Toilets are available on the ground floor and on the 20th floor.
  • Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi is available at A’DAM Lookout.
Wheelchair ramp signage at Friedrichstadt-Palast, Berlin, ensuring accessibility for all visitors.
  • Wheelchair accessibility: The A’DAM Lookout is completely wheelchair-accessible.
  • Elevator: There’s an elevator from the parking lot to the ground floor and another to the 20th floor.
  • Ramps: The entrance at the IJ side (in front of the EYE Film Museum) is provided with a ramp for wheelchair users.
  • Toilets: Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor and the 20th floor.
  • Guide dogs: Assistance dogs are welcome at A’DAM Lookout.
Visitors enjoying the swing at ADAM Lookout Over the Edge in Amsterdam with city skyline views.
  • Payments: Only card payments are accepted at A’DAM Lookout.
  • Photography: Photography and videography are allowed only for personal use.
  • Swing restrictions: Cell phones, cameras, backpacks, purses, shopping bags, slippers, flip flops, food and drinks, and other loose items that might drop while experiencing the attraction are not allowed. You can put these into a container beforehand.
  • Food and drink: Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the A’DAM Tower.
  • Animals: Except assistance dogs, pets are not allowed at the A’DAM Lookout.
LOOKOUT + Diner at skybar & restaurant MADAM
  • Keep the card with the QR code to download your free photos. Your code is unique to you so don’t lose it! Make sure to press hold on the photos to save them to your device instead of paying the extra bucks.
  • Head over to the Cinema on the 20th floor to learn more about Amsterdam and the A’DAM Tower’s history of how it came to be. 
  • Go to the A’DAM VR Game & Race Park for exclusive virtual reality games, 4D simulations, racing, and immersive escape rooms. 
  • Plan your visit between Friday and Sunday in the evenings and head to the dance floor at A’DAM Tower with a live DJ. 
  • While the indoor areas are climate-controlled, the outdoor observation deck can get chilly, especially during the winter months. Dress in layers.
  • If you're planning to go on the swing, be aware of wind conditions, as it may effect your experience.
Dinner at Madam Skybar Restaurant with city skyline view at night.
  • Panorama: Sit down and enjoy the delicious food at Panorama Restaurant on the 20th floor with views of the city. The restaurant serves lunch, including burgers, sandwiches, salads, soup, warm snacks, and cakes. The rooftop bar also offers snacks and drinks. 
  • Moon: At 100 meters high, have lunch in a revolving restaurant on the 19th floor of the A’DAM Tower. The lunch menu includes a main course with two sides and bread.
  • Madam Skybar: Enjoy a high-altitude lunch or dinner at Madam, on the 20th floor, with a view over the center of Amsterdam. On the weekends, after dinner, stay for the ambiance and the music.
Mid-range hotel room with bed, desk, and window view in a city setting.
NEMO Science Museum exterior with canal and pedestrian bridge in Amsterdam.
  • Nxt Museum (1 km): Nxt Museum in Amsterdam showcases immersive, large-scale digital art blending technology, sound, and light. Expect thought-provoking installations that react to movement, space, and time.
  • NEMO Science Museum (6 km):** NEMO Science Museum is a hands-on science center in Amsterdam, where you can explore the wonders of science and technology through interactive exhibits, experiments, and demonstrations.
  • Red Light Secrets Museum (7 km):** Red Light Secrets is a unique museum in Amsterdam that offers a glimpse into the world of prostitution. It provides a historical and social perspective on this industry, through interactive exhibits and multimedia displays.

Beyond A’DAM Lookout

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

Glide through Amsterdam’s scenic canals on a relaxing cruise past historic bridges, gabled houses, and landmarks with live or audio-guided commentary along the way.

This is Holland

Experience the Netherlands from above in a thrilling 5D flight simulator featuring wind, scent, and motion effects, plus exhibits on Dutch history and landscapes.

BODY WORLDS Amsterdam

Explore real human anatomy through preserved bodies and organs while learning how happiness affects health in this fascinating, educational exhibition in central Amsterdam.

Frequently Asked Questions about A’DAM Lookout tickets

No, access to the bar, restaurant, and sky deck requires a general admission ticket. Dining reservations alone do not grant entry.