Observation Decks in Amsterdam. List of the best viewpoints in Amsterdam
Observation Decks in Amsterdam
The observation decks in Amsterdam allow guests to see from above Dam Square, the Red Light District, the Anne Frank House, bridges and canals, the railway station, churches and other objects.
Observation deck at Schiphol Airport
Having enough time at your disposal before departure to your homeland, you can climb to the observation platform, which opens a view of the take-off field (you will be able to watch the aircraft taking off and landing).
How to get there? The airport is located 15 km from the city center (available means of transportation to the airport are train, bus, taxi).
Science Center Nemo
Those wishing to admire the wonderful panorama of Amsterdam should go up to the large terrace on the roof of the building, overcoming 120 steps (22 m above sea level). It is no less interesting to spend time in the museum itself - children will be happy to touch, twist in their hands and press the buttons of various exhibits created for the purpose of a fascinating interactive knowledge of the world (of particular interest are exhibitions devoted to electricity, metals and the water cycle, as well as a scientific laboratory where you can participate in scientific experiments).
Useful information: the center is open from 10:00 to 17:30; prices - 15 euros / adults; 7.5 euros / students. Address: Oosterdok, 2.
Sky lounge
This panoramic lounge is best visited in the evening for views of Amsterdam, food and drinks ordered, and hits from the DJ.
Address: Ndsm - Plein 28 (last floor of the “Double Tree by Hilton” hotel).
Old Church (Oudekerk)
From the end of June to the beginning of September, guests will be able to climb to the roof of the church, where there is a viewing platform (you will find the stairs leading up to the right side of the entrance to the church) - from here you can admire bridges, canals, houses. In addition, the organ is worth listening to in the church..
Address: Oudekerksplein 23.
Public library
It offers not only 1200 reading spaces, several museums, lecture and exhibition halls, a cinema (it has a large collection of discs and cassettes, which can not only be viewed right there, but also taken home), but also the restaurant “V&D La Place ”, which has a terrace (7th floor) where you can have a snack and from where you can see the beauty of Amsterdam (view of the southern part of the city).
Address: Oosterdokskade 143.
Church Westerkerk
180 steps will lead travelers to the observation deck, where they will be able to take the best panoramic pictures of the city (the climb will cost 3 euros).
How to get there? You can take tram number 14, 17, 13, 20 or bus number 67, 21 (address: Prinsengracht 281).