Ziggo Dome Seating Guide
Where to sit & the best seats
Where to sit at Ziggo Dome
First Ring blocks facing the stage (101-112 range)
Seated, close and front-on to an end stage with strong acoustics.
Lower rows of the Second Ring facing the stage
Affordable elevated seats before the highest rows.
Second Ring blocks behind an end stage
Little or no view of the stage front; usually not sold for concerts.
About Ziggo Dome
The Ziggo Dome holds about 17,000 for concerts, with a standing or seated floor wrapped by a first ring (Eerste Ring) and second ring (Tweede Ring) of numbered blocks. Floor blocks are lettered from the front and the ring blocks run in the 100s and 200s, with the best concert views from the lower ring facing an end stage and the front of the floor. The second ring climbs steeply, so the highest and behind-stage blocks feel far from the action. Purpose-built for music, it is Amsterdam's premier arena for major concerts and live shows.
Opened in 2012 next to the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, the Ziggo Dome is a striking black cube clad in a facade of LED-lit panels that turn the building into a giant screen at night. Purpose-built for music, it has a compact, steep bowl and enclosed acoustics that make it one of Europe's most popular indoor concert venues.
Ziggo Dome in photos
3 outside · 1 inside the venue
Seating map
This is the map used for ticket sales at Ziggo Dome. Exact configuration varies by event.
How the venue is set up
End-stage concert
Stage at one end with a standing or seated floor plus both rings; behind-stage second-ring blocks are usually cut from sale.
In-the-round concert
Central stage opening up the full bowl for a higher capacity.
Seated / other
All-seated floor for theatre-style shows and events, lowering capacity.
Seating levels explained
Floor / VloerFloor blocks A-L
The flat floor in front of an end stage, standing for many gigs or seated in lettered blocks for others.
Pros: Closest to the stage and the strongest atmosphere.
Cons: Flat floor limits views behind a tall standing crowd.
First Ring / Eerste RingBlocks 101-112
The lower ring of seating around and above the floor.
Pros: Excellent sightlines, especially blocks facing an end stage.
Cons: Side blocks lose part of the stage; front rows sit low.
Second Ring / Tweede RingBlocks 201-214
The steep upper ring wrapping the top of the bowl.
Pros: Elevated overview of the stage and production for less money.
Cons: Steep rake and a high, distant view from the back rows.
Premium / skyboxesSkyboxes and business seats
Private skyboxes and business seating with lounge access.
Pros: Comfort, private facilities and good central views.
Cons: Higher price and limited availability.
Best seats at Ziggo Dome
Best overall for concerts
First Ring blocks facing the stage (101-112 range)
Seated, close and front-on to an end stage with strong acoustics.
Closest to the stage / floor
Front of the floor (blocks A-B area)
Right at the barrier for the most immersive experience.
Best value
Lower rows of the Second Ring facing the stage
Affordable elevated seats before the highest rows.
Seated with a full view
Central First Ring, a few rows up
Elevated enough to clear the floor crowd, head-on to the stage.
Best for production spectacle
Front of the Second Ring, centre
A high, central view of the full stage, screens and lighting.
| For | Sections | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall for concerts | First Ring blocks facing the stage (101-112 range) | Seated, close and front-on to an end stage with strong acoustics. |
| Closest to the stage / floor | Front of the floor (blocks A-B area) | Right at the barrier for the most immersive experience. |
| Best value | Lower rows of the Second Ring facing the stage | Affordable elevated seats before the highest rows. |
| Seated with a full view | Central First Ring, a few rows up | Elevated enough to clear the floor crowd, head-on to the stage. |
| Best for production spectacle | Front of the Second Ring, centre | A high, central view of the full stage, screens and lighting. |
Seats to avoid & obstructed views
Second Ring blocks behind an end stage: Little or no view of the stage front; usually not sold for concerts.
Back rows of the Second Ring: Steep, high and distant, relying on the screens.
Ring blocks directly beside the stage: Sharp side-on angle with possible staging obstruction.
Rear of a standing floor: Flat floor makes it hard to see over a tall crowd.
Accessibility & companion seating
The Ziggo Dome provides wheelchair-accessible platforms and easy-access seating with accessible toilets and lifts, and offers assistance for disabled visitors arranged in advance. Accessible tickets, including a companion place where eligible, are booked through the venue's dedicated service rather than general sale.
Where: Accessible viewing positions are located in the rings with step-free access, offering a choice of angles.
Upcoming events at Ziggo Dome
Katseye-Amsterdam, Netherlands
Fri, 11 Sept 2026 · Concerts
The Pussycat Dolls-Amsterdam, Netherlands
Sun, 27 Sept 2026 · Concerts
Placebo-Amsterdam, Netherlands
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 · Concerts
Deep Purple-Amsterdam, Netherlands
Mon, 9 Nov 2026 · Concerts
Westlife-Amsterdam, Netherlands
Mon, 23 Nov 2026 · Concerts
Muse-Amsterdam, Netherlands
Sun, 29 Nov 2026 · Concerts
Muse-Amsterdam, Netherlands
Mon, 30 Nov 2026 · Concerts
Andre Rieu-Amsterdam, Netherlands
Sat, 9 Jan 2027 · Concerts
Getting there
Transport
Bijlmer ArenA station, served by intercity trains and the metro (lines 50 and 54), is around a 10-minute walk from the venue and connects quickly to Amsterdam Centraal and Schiphol. There is paid parking in the surrounding entertainment district, but train and metro are the easiest options on show nights.
The area
The Ziggo Dome sits in the Amsterdam ArenA entertainment area of Zuidoost, alongside the Johan Cruijff ArenA and the AFAS Live venue, with cinemas, restaurants and shops in the adjacent complex. Central Amsterdam is a short train ride away.
Ziggo Dome · Amsterdam, Netherlands
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of the Ziggo Dome?
It holds about 17,000 for concerts, with a standing or seated floor plus two rings of seating.
What are the best seats for a concert?
First Ring (Eerste Ring) blocks facing the stage for a seated view, or the front of the floor for immersion.
Is the floor standing or seated?
It varies by show - many concerts have a standing floor, while some use seated floor blocks lettered from the front.
How do I get there?
Bijlmer ArenA station, served by trains and metro lines 50 and 54, is about a 10-minute walk and connects to Amsterdam Centraal and Schiphol.
Which seats should I avoid?
Second Ring (Tweede Ring) blocks behind the stage and the highest back rows, which are steep and distant.
Is there parking?
There is paid parking in the surrounding ArenA entertainment area, but train and metro are easier on busy nights.
What is the bag policy?
Only small bags are allowed and all bags are searched on entry; large bags and rucksacks are not permitted inside.
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