A'DAM, Observation tower in Amsterdam-Noord, Netherlands
The Shell Tower reaches a height of 100 meters and contains 22 floors of mixed-use spaces including restaurants, offices, and an observation deck.
Architect Arthur Staal designed this structure in 1971 as the headquarters for Shell oil company before its transformation into a public entertainment complex in 2016.
The tower houses multiple entertainment venues, including Moon rotating restaurant on the nineteenth floor and Shelter nightclub in the basement level.
Visitors can access the A'DAM Lookout observation deck daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with adult tickets priced at 16.50 euros.
The building features Europe's highest swing at its observation deck, allowing people to swing forward over the edge at 100 meters above ground.
Location: Amsterdam
Inception: 1971
Architects: Arthur Staal
Height: 100 m
Address: Overhoeksplein 1, 1031 KS Amsterdam
Website: http://adamtoren.nl
GPS coordinates: 52.38392,4.90207
Latest update: May 27, 2025 14:03
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