Viewpoint · Noord, Amsterdam

A'DAM Lookout

A'DAM Lookout
Photo: MrAronymous, CC0 via Wikimedia Commons

A'DAM Lookout sits at the top of a former office tower. The open-air platform includes a large swing that extends over the edge. Visitors get clear sightlines across the IJ and into central Amsterdam.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 5 of Amsterdam in 5 Days

Visiting A'DAM Lookout: what to know

Tickets
Prices vary; check the official site.
Time needed
45 minutes to 1 hour.
Best time
Late afternoon for sunset.
Getting there
Ferry from Amsterdam Centraal to Buiksloterweg.

Amsterdam itineraries with A'DAM Lookout

Day 5 of Amsterdam in 5 Days

Noord and De Pijp

How A'DAM Lookout fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Ferry to Amsterdam NoordIJ
  2. 10:30A'DAM LookoutNoord
  3. 12:30NDSM WharfNoord
  4. 15:30Albert Cuyp MarketDe Pijp
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A'DAM Lookout FAQs

How high is the A'DAM Lookout platform?

The deck sits 100 meters above ground.

Is the swing included with entry?

Yes, the swing is part of the standard ticket.

Does A'DAM Lookout have a bar?

A bar and restaurant operate on the same floor as the deck.

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