The roof of Amsterdam
This year the spire on the roof of De Nieuwe Kerk Amsterdam will be restored. A large platform will be placed on the roof for this restoration. As part of 750 years of Amsterdam, the public will have the unique opportunity to climb the roof of our monument for an unforgetteble view of our capital!
The roof of Amsterdam is now free to visit with a Museum Pass and for families we have discounted family tickets.
To the top in 216 steps
The unique experience starts with the route to the roof. Visitors enter a 17th-century stairwell on Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal. This entrance was originally built for a 115 meter high tower, which was never completed. You then reach the platform on the roof via a temporary scaffolding staircase.
Once at the top, visitors can view the crossing tower and admire the Amsterdam skyline. Highlights include Westerkerk, Central Station, the Royal Palace Amsterdam and modern icons such as Zuidas and the A’DAM Tower. Visitors leave the platform via a second temporary staircase on Dam Square.
Practical information
- Open daily until 2 November between 11:00 – 18:00, last entry at 17:30, leave the roof no later than 17:50
- No bags, buggy, food or drinks are allowed on the roof
- Frequently asked questions
Combination ticket: The roof of Amsterdam & World Press Photo 2025
Combine your visit to The roof of Amsterdam with a visit to World Press Photo Exhibition 2025 at De Nieuwe Kerk.
Free digital guide
Curious about what there is to discover? In our free digital tour on the Bloomberg Connects app, we’ll tell you more about the highlights.
House rules
The House rules The roof of Amsterdam are additional to the Visitor Terms and Conditions of De Nieuwe Kerk. In case of discrepancies with the Visitor Terms and Conditions of De Nieuwe Kerk, the house rules take precedence.
Disclaimer
Our project has nothing to do with the work of Taturo Atzu’s work titled The Garden Which is the Nearest to God
