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Fun experience to do! Went on a cold, cloudy day and the view was still spectacular. The views on the roof and below at the bar were stunning. I'd recommend asking someone to take photos and videos. The crew does take photos but they weren't any I liked unfortunately and they only took 3!
Swing Over The Edge Used the I Amsterdam Card to go to the top of the A'DAM Lookout Tower for a beautiful 360 birds-eye view of Amsterdam. Definitely climb up the stairs to the roof for an open air experience. Want a little extra adrenaline rush? Swing over the edge on Europe's highest swing. Dangle your feet in the sky and enjoy the feel of the open air. SO MUCH FUN!! Take the free ferry from Amsterdam Centraal to reach the A'DAM Lookout Tower. The A'DAM Lookout Tower is on the I Amsterdam Card. The swing is 7.50 euros in addition to the entry for the tower. So worth it.
Just ten minutes from Centrum via ferry the A'DAM Lookout is an all-in-one hotel, overlook, bar, restaurant and amusement park. Easy to access and navigate guests travel up 20 stories in an elevator with light-show before choosing a VR Rollercoaster, over-the-edge swing or dinner. Touristy, with prices to match, staff is pleasant and everything is operated with safety and proficiency.
It's a nice way to see Amsterdam from up high. I got the I Amsterdam card so it was included. There are other things with additional cost (swing, games, and a full bar/restaurant. There is a free 5 minute ferry from central station. It's close to some other attractions there too. It was nice to see the city. If I go back I would do it again at night.
I was afraid to do this, as I don't like rollercoasters because of the motion making me sick. I was in Amsterdam with 4 other girls and they all encouraged me to go on the swing. It's about a minute if I'm remembering correctly and was under $20. It was actually raining a little bit while we were set to get on the swing. You are still allowed to get on if the rain isn't too bad. They take a video of you, which you get on the QR code from when you take your pictures before getting on the swing. It was a good experience although I was ready to get down after my legs swung twice lol you can ask them to let you down before the time if you want to. The views were pretty and so was the whole building itself. Pretty cool experience and I can't forget the elevator ride. We actually ate next door and didn't do the food bundle here so I can't quite speak on that.
This place is pretty amazing and has something for just about everyone! Came here to ride the swing that takes you out over the edge of the building! Also wanted to have a beer and some appetizers on the top floor which hosts a trendy bar / restaurant with great views and a section of glass floor you can look down! Service was extremely slow in the restaurant. Took a long time to be greeted and given menus. Another long wait for drinks and even longer for food ( thought they forgot about our food). Friendly but slow.
This is one of our least favorite tourist attractions that we did. I was really excited for the lookout because of the videos I saw online, but it was pretty expensive for a extremely short amount of time. There are two different ticket options. One is a ticket to just get you up to the top of the observation deck and then there is a separate ticket in order to do the swing. The swing lasted about a minute and that included being raised up and lowered down. So for the amount of money that you pay, I don't think it's worth it because you don't really get to experience being up and out swinging for very long. It's almost like you blink and I and it's over. so my suggestion would be to pay for the ticket option to get you to the top of the observation deck. There a place that you could take a picture with the name and you could see all around the city being up that high.
Super cute activity I did with my mom. Loved all the different interactive activities along the way. We took a green screen photo together, explored the mini museum, they even have a scenic bathroom, and a really cool rooftop. Lots of space to take in the views, lounge on some beanbags, and take photos on platforms. A great 360 view of the city and a really fun, slightly terrifying swing. It's really safe and the staff were extra friendly and helped take really cute photos. Definitely a nice activity for a tourist.
The high rise tower is right across the river from Amsterdam Central Station. There is a free ferry that runs day and night. This was my third trip to Amsterdam, I'm glad that I discovered the free ferry and this side of the river. The 22 story high rise was formerly offices for Royal Dutch Shell. They did a complete overhaul into a tourist destination. The swing off the side of the building is one of the World's best thrill rides. The VR roller coaster (Premium VR headset Meta (Facebook) Oculus) was a great way to get introduced to VR virtual reality headsets.
Randomly searching for, "things to do in Amsterdam" while my jet lagged was raging, I found the A'DAM Lookout , which for some reason I thought was in Rotterdam, but is actually right in Amsterdam. When traveling I feel a little more adventurous so I took the ferry over from Amsterdam Centraal and headed into the building. There are multiple options here much like any touristy building with views, I opted for the standard entrance which was 14 Euro, I do believe it's cheaper booking online. When you enter they immediately take your photo behind a green screen for future purchases/downloads later. Once through you take the elevator up which features a really cool light show. Now, the day I was here it was super windy. Like weather warning winds. But I noticed the swing at the top of the building was still running. I said, "what the hell" and bought a 5 euro ticket to ride the swing. Before I get there, at the roof top there are some amazing photo ops and views of the city you should really take in. Honestly, it was so windy for me it wasn't enjoyable. Now the swing. They'll take your photo for you (on their phone which you can purchase later). Overall, I think the swing is about 45 seconds but no more than a minute. I was utterly terrified, mainly due to the wind but also because of the height. It's freaking high you guys. It was nice. I was happy I did it, but once was enough for sure. One level below there is a restaurant and seating areas where you can enjoy the views without experiencing the elements.
I took the free ferry across the water to A'DAM lookout, staff were welcoming, friendly and helpful. I went early so it wasn't too busy. You are asked to sit in front of a green screen and get photos with Amsterdam as the backdrop, then you will enter a lift that has an exciting light show all the way up to the 22nd floor where there is more photo opportunities with the A'DAM sign and atop a horse and of course there is the over the edge swing which was such a thrilling experience. It was scarier and faster than I imagined it was going to be but once over that initial fear it's a great experience and I would highly recommend and afterwards grab yourself a drink and a bean bag and think about what the hell you just did and pat yourself on the back! You are given a card with a barcode in order to purchase and download photos and a video as proof that you went on the swing and you survived. The gift shop is great too with cool 3D postcards, posters, pens, homeware games, toys and sweets. However it is quite costly and if it wasn't for the swing there is not much else that I would want to see or do here.
What a fantastic place with the best views for Amsterdam!! The views are breath taking when you go all up to the top. You also have the opportunity to purchase snacks, beer, etc I enjoyed a rose wine with a truffle velvet cake. The cake may look really sweet but it wasn't sweet at all. I highly recommend you check out this lookout if your in the Amsterdam area! read more
3 years ago
I love a good view of whatever city im visiting. I feel like the admission price just to go up (13 euro) is a bit much just for a weird elevator ride up and a picture but i paid it because I wanted to see the view. The swing ($5 euro) was super cheap so in my head i just switched the prices. I didnt eat at the restaurant but the views were AMAZING. I appreciate all the seating they have as i had to wait an hour for my swing time and hanging out on the bean bags made it worth it. The swing itself was fun, i wish it lasted longer and the camera on the swing actually took pictures. The pictures that i got as keepsakes were taken by the staff from behind, while they were cool its a little awkward to only have photos of the back of my head. Overall it was a cool experience and i would do it again just for the swing. read more
6 years ago
One of the coolest things I've ever experienced! So unique and I would definitely recommend to anyone going who is planning a trip to Amsterdam. While we waited for our time slot, we checked out the indoor lounge for a beer and I would definitely recommend that if it's too cold to hang out outside. read more
When you're in Amsterdam, I highly suggest visiting this place. The views are stunning! They have a full service restaurant if you wish to dine there. Plus, you have to check out the swing called Over The Edge. They advertise it as Europe's Highest Swing. It's pretty high alright. They have two swings side by side and it's very secure. Plus, we were able to get someone to take pictures for us. Before we left, we stopped at the restaurant to get a drink. We took an uber there, but were able to get back by ferry. The ferry ride was nice & I got an amazing sunset picture! read more
7 years ago
Great place to see the city skyline, especially at sunset. 360 views of one of my favorite cities! Also, although a short ride, do the swing, it was fun! read more
Amazing view! Wish the ride was longer but it's only $5 euro extra to ride the swing. So worth it. They have a bar up here also. If you buy the premium tickets they give you two free drinks. You can use it here for soda, wine or beer. They also have a small glass bottom for extra photos. Best lookout point I have been. Plenty of room and not over crowded. read more
Madam is the name of the café and restaurant on the top floor of the former Shell building. Nowhere else in Amsterdam offers you such a spectacular view while being able to enjoy a drink or a bite to eat. Not even the soon to be opened restaurant one floor below. (But that will also offer something unique in Amsterdam - it rotates!) The A'DAM Lookou experience costs €15 during the day for the funky light and sound shows in the elevator (different going up and down), for access to the roof (aka the "sky deck") and you get a "green screen" photo of your party. Of course, you also get access to the top floor where Madam is and where you can view a model of the tower, see a model of the city with informative light shows (such as seeing how the city expanded over time), get infomation about buildings or areas from touch screen monitors (that were extremely unreliable) and you can also have the thrill of standing over a glass section of the floor offering you a very scary view down to the ground. Fortunately the sky deck is surrounded by a fence high enough to prevent someone scared of heights from feeling ill at ease. The size of the mesh is large enough to allow the lens of a compact camera to pass through and if that isn't enough, in a few places there are extra wide openings specially for taking pictures. (Owners of slippery iPhone 6s will need to be extra careful!) Probably the best vantage point at the top floor is, strangely enough, from inside the toilets. Yes, weird! And, of course, you can have something to eat or drink at Madam while enjoying the panoramic views. Courtesy of Yelp, my visit was free and like the previous reviewer, I would also be reluctant to pay €15 for this experience. Especially considering that you have to "exit through the gift shop." After all, if you make a reservation for the restaurant you can come and enjoy the views for free. And after 22:00, there is neither an entrance fee nor a requirement to patron the restaurant. I will return to have dinner here sometime. Note: I was here on the first day of the "soft" opening. There was still construction/decoration work going on. We were told that there will be swings on the sky deck soon that will give you the impression of swinging out over the edge. It sounds horrendous to me but maybe you like that sort of thing. I haven't seen the green screen photo yet but I guess it will look like we are sitting on the edge of the roof in a rather precarious way. The photo should have been available online 2.5 hours after been taken but even after 5.5 hours there is no sign of it. Teething troubles, maybe, but it was not at all busy today. Also disconcerting that the touchscreen monitors were hardly functional and that within a hour or two of opening. read more
7 years ago
This was so fun! I would recommend the swing on the roof, if you aren't too scared of heights. There is a fun animated photo included in the cost which is awesome. And a great bar on one of the upper levels! Would recommend going at sunset read more
Amsterdam has a new rooftop bar with the best view. It is pricy to go up, €15 per person. After paying the entrance you can get your picture taking, where it looks like you're sitting on a construction beam outside. It's a bit corny, but funny as well. The elevator ride going up is funny as well. The elevator roof is from glass and in the elevator shaft they have made a light show. Arriving at the 20th floor you have an amazing view!!! The restaurant looks trendy, and from your table you look out over the city. Our lunch was very good. We had the carpacio sandwich and ceasar salad. I enjoyed it a lot to be tourist in my own town and I love the view!! But I must admit Amsterdam has stolen my heart a long time ago. So I love looking out over the city. I do find it a bit dissapointing that it costs €15 to go up. I would love to come back for dinner or drinks, but with this entrance price I'm affraid it will stay with this one time. read more
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Great views of the city! You have the option to go to the roof top or view from the inside. Great location for panoramic views. On the way up, you stop for 2 pictures in front of a green screen. For an additional 5 Euros, you can get on the swing (Over The Edge) for a minute and 30 second ride over the edge of the building. You also take 3 pictures on the swing and a video of your experience. You can choose to purchase hard copies of your pictures or have your pictures and video emailed to you. Very cool experience, I recommend it to anyone visiting Amsterdam. read more
9 years ago
One of the best towers I've been on. The view is incredible (didn't do the swing) The experience is absolutely worth the price. Cocktails were good and affordable. read more
7 years ago
This was a really cool way to see the city from a different perspective! There are cool photo opportunities like the horse and A'DAM sign at the top. The elevator ride up and down was one of the most exciting parts for me. The day we went was incredibly windy, so the swing was closed. Although this was totally understandable considering how windy it was, it was pretty disappointing and no one told us it would be closed prior to us getting to the top and seeing for ourselves no one was working it. Maybe call ahead or ask in line to confirm the swing is running if the weather seems questionable. This didn't ruin or experience though and I still recommend going to the top even if you don't/can't do the swing. We didn't eat at the rotating restaurant, but we stopped by to see it and that looked pretty cool too. They take photos of you in the beginning with a green screen that are kind of fun that you can buy in the gift shop. The gift shop also has cool sweatshirts read more
Nice views with great photo opportunities! You must pay the extra for the swing. It was terrifyingly awesome! They take pretty cool pics for you in which you can pay for them to print or save them to your phone FOR FREE! They also take a video of you while you are on the swing! There's a bar with bar food for sale and music playing while you're admiring the views! Must go while in Amsterdam. Oh, be careful of getting off that horse! It made an unexpected move and I fell off, HARD! I'm ok. read more
8 years ago
Took a solo trip to Amsterdam and was brave enough to swing high about city with a stunning skyline as a backdrop. I was a little scared but settled down after a minute or so. I'm glad I experience it! I recommend it! read more
8 years ago
This is a fun thing to do while visiting Amsterdam especially if it is a sunny day and you don't have wind. I imagine the lines can be bad in the summer. Great 360 degree view of Amsterdam. I purchased the Adult Lookout Premium (€19.50) which included 2 drinks (Heineken, wine, water, or hot drinks) and a "goodie" (a Heineken A'DAM souvenir bottle opener.) To ride on the highest swing in Europe was an additional €5. You will be assigned a time and they where running about :20 behind today. The indoor bar is comfortable with panoramic views. There is also a rooftop bar and seating areas to bask in the sun. Free WiFi is also available. Restrooms are available on the inside viewing level. This is a fun place for a date or hanging out with friends. Photos are taken before you go up in the elevator with a light show and then again while you are on the swing. read more
9 years ago
The location is perfect and the view is amazing. Allready for the view they get 5 stars. And than on top of that the food was so good. I will definitely come back even if it is for a drink. You must have eaten here when you come to Amsterdam. read more
8 years ago
This was by far the best part of my trip to Amsterdam. The staff is friendly and made the experience at A'DAM Lookout a great one. We did the swing, I'm scared of heights but it was so much fun. Definitely a must. read more
I would definitely suggest coming here for the experience as the views are tremendous. The swing is awesome and a great quick thrill however it's rather chilly so dress warm. There's also an oversized horse you can climb for a quick photo op. Surely the best views of Amsterdam. They also have a restaurant with floor to ceiling windows, breathtaking views, mediocre food. I would say come for the experience and dine elsewhere. The service was excellent but the everything we ordered tasted bland...the best thing we consumed was the bread & butter. read more
6 years ago
The swing was amazing! Also the Lightshow in the elevator was a nice Detail and of course the view was stunning. You got some things to take selfies like platforms and stuff. But the music was way to loud and also you could design the Plattform so much better! It looked a bit boring it's sad because you could do so much with it. read more
7 years ago
do this if you can. muhammad was a great operator, very pleasant. the swing was a great experience. go in the daytime if you want a good photo. read more
9 years ago
This place was disappointing. I'm glad we got a discounted ticket from our hotel. It's a cool idea but they're still working on it. read more
9 years ago
This place was so awesome. I'm so glad we got the chance to go here and try out the swing. I would've never thought we would get the chance to do something like that. read more
Had to try the swing! I love the idea and the view you get while swinging is pretty amazing! Wish it was a little longer but I get so many people wait for a chance with only two swings. There is a bar/ lounge on the level below and it's a nice bar. If you are in the area you must try the swing. read more
10 years ago
7 years ago
This place is a must while visiting Amsterdam! My favorite thing about this place is the bar/restaurant/lounge that is a floor below the main deck that contains the swings on the ledge. This bar/restaurant offers great panoramic views of this absolutely gorgeous city all the while getting drunk as a skunk! The swing on the rooftop is for the more adventurous (not me, I'll just people watch/get drunk)! read more
9 years ago
The top high building in Amsterdam, you can gather all views of the city, it is mixed bar and restaurant you can order some food or just take a drink, risotto is tasty read more
9 years ago
We went here after our Airbnb host recommended it. Great views of the city and the swing was awesome! I wish you got more time on the swing. We went on a really windy day, but we still enjoyed it. Afterwards we had a few beers and shared an appetizer at The Butcher. Overall we had a great experience! read more
9 years ago
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