Amsterdam's rooftop scene is small but punchy. SkyLounge at the Doubletree is the iconic option. Most are concentrated near Centraal Station and the Eastern Docklands. Summer-only operation for many.
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The 10 best rooftop bars in Amsterdam
01 · Amsterdam
Oosterdok
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Hotel rooftop · 11th floor
On top of the Doubletree Centraal Station. The most central Amsterdam rooftop. Outdoor terrace year-round.
Order: A martini with the city panorama
02 · Amsterdam
Hilton
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23rd floor · Hilton
On the 23rd floor of the Hilton Amsterdam Apollo. The highest rooftop bar in the city.
Order: A signature with the panoramic view
03 · Amsterdam
Hyatt Andaz
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Hotel bar · Modern
At the Andaz Amsterdam. Polished modern bar program, summer terrace.
Order: A signature with their reserve gin
04 · Amsterdam
Hilton
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Hilton terrace · Casual
Sister rooftop at the Hilton. Casual, daytime-and-evening operation.
Order: A patio cocktail at sunset
05 · Amsterdam
A'DAM Tower
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22nd floor · Madam Lookout
On the 22nd floor of A'DAM Tower. Direct view of Centraal Station and the IJ.
Order: A drink with the IJ panorama
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06 · Amsterdam
Kalvertoren
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Mall rooftop · Casual
On top of the Kalvertoren mall. Casual, all-day operation, with views over central Amsterdam.
Order: A casual cocktail at sunset
07 · Amsterdam
Volkshotel
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Hostel rooftop · Casual
On top of the Volkshotel. Casual rooftop bar with a young crowd, summer parties.
Order: A craft beer + the East Amsterdam view
08 · Amsterdam
Sir Adam Hotel
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Hotel rooftop · A'DAM Tower
On the 17th floor of Sir Adam Hotel. Polished rooftop with strong cocktail program.
Order: A French 75 with the harbour view
09 · Amsterdam
Pllek
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Beach-side rooftop · Casual
On top of Pllek beach restaurant in NDSM. Industrial, casual, the most Amsterdam-feeling rooftop.
Order: A craft beer + the IJ view
10 · Amsterdam
NDSM
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Industrial · Beach + rooftop
NDSM industrial-beach hybrid. Outdoor seating, casual cocktails.
Order: A spritz on the beach
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How Amsterdam works above the canals
Amsterdam's flat geography means even moderate altitude gives you an exceptional view. SkyLounge and Twenty Third are the two essentials. Most peak between 6 and 9 PM in summer.
