A’dam Lookout Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the A'dam Lookout. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken From Amsterdam

• A'DAM LOOKOUT Entry Ticket With Food & Drink Options

• Amsterdam Heineken Cruise with Drinks & Heineken Experience

• Rijksmuseum Amsterdam and Canal Cruise With Snackbox

• Amsterdam 75-Min Canal Cruise with Audio Guide & Snackbox Option

General admission to the A’dam Lookout costs €16.50 for adults and €10.50 for kids aged 4–12 when purchased online—fees are an extra €2 on-site. Entry to the observation deck doesn’t include the swing ride, which costs €7.50. Combination tickets for activities such as the Heineken Experience start at €49.95.

Yes, the A'dam Lookout is worth visiting—the 328-foot (100-meter) observation deck has some of the best views over Amsterdam, especially if you ride the swing over the edge of the building. Plus, the attraction has audio tours and interactive binoculars that tell you more about the city, as well as a virtual reality experience, a lights show in the elevator, and a panoramic restaurant. Book your visit in advance to save money on tickets and avoid lines.

Per one customer who booked the A'DAM LOOKOUT Entry Ticket With Food & Drink Options, "Excellent way to spend a couple of hours viewing Amsterdam. Free ferry across, a fun green-screen family photo experience, a fast and innovative elevator ride to the top, followed by a top view of the city. Children loved the 'Europe's highest swing' experience, and the parents enjoyed drinks in the bar!"

The amount of time you'll need at A'dam Lookout depends on your desired experience. On average, visitors spend about 1 to 2 hours enjoying the views on the observation deck, grabbing a bite to eat or drink, taking the audio tour, and riding on Europe’s highest swing.

The A'dam Lookout stands approximately 328 feet (100 meters) above the sidewalk below, offering panoramic views of Amsterdam’s city center, its UNESCO-listed canals, its historic port, and the IJ River. It may not sound that high, but from up here, it’s definitely one of the best views in the city.

The A'dam Lookout swing, also known as "Over the Edge," is undoubtedly scary for some—it swings you out over the edge of the observation deck, your feet dangling in the air (you’re harnessed in, of course). While it’s certainly not great for those afraid of heights, many visitors find it exhilarating and memorable.

A'dam Lookout is located across the IJ River from Amsterdam’s city center. The easiest way to get there is by taking the free ferry (F3) from Amsterdam Central Station to Buiksloterweg. From there, it's a short walk to A'dam Lookout. The lookout can also be reached by public transport or car.

While there is no weight limit for the A’dam Lookout in general, there is a weight limit for “Over the Edge,” aka the observation deck’s swing. It’s not suitable for those who weigh 440 pounds (220 kilograms) or more, and it’s also not suitable for those under 3’9” (120 centimeters).

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the A'dam Lookout. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Amsterdam:

• Anne Frank House

• Herengracht

• Bloemenmarkt

• Rijksmuseum

• Van Gogh Museum

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Amsterdam.