Xtracold Icebar Amsterdam Ticket with free drinks

The novelty here is literal: you step into a room held at -10 °C, lift a drink in a glass made of ice, and try to enjoy it before your fingers get cold. Xtracold Icebar turns a drink stop into a brief Arctic-themed outing, complete with a backstory about Dutch explorers stranded in the far north.

I like two things in particular: the three included drinks make the entry price easier to justify, and the visit has two distinct parts, a normal-temperature lounge and the icy room. The provided jacket and gloves help you stay long enough to enjoy the setting rather than just peek through the door.

One caveat: the ice room is small and very cold, and most people stay there only about 10 to 20 minutes. The loaned gear does not cover your legs or feet, so clothing and footwear matter more than you might expect.

What to know before you go

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• One drink comes first in the warm lounge: Use a token there if you want a cocktail, since the ice room’s choices are more limited.
• Save two tokens for the ice room: Expect options such as beer, vodka shots, or orange juice, served in ice glasses.
• The ice glass is reused: Hold on to it for your second drink inside rather than leaving it behind.
• Bring warm trousers and shoes: A jacket and gloves are supplied, but your lower legs and feet remain exposed.
• Plan for roughly an hour: The time includes the lounge, a short story presentation, changing into thermal gear, and the ice-room visit.
• A voucher gets you through ticket redemption, not necessarily past every wait: Arrive at your scheduled time and allow for staff instructions and the coat-and-glove process.

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Start in the lounge, not the ice

The visit begins in a regular-temperature lounge, a useful buffer before the cold room and a place to get oriented. You receive three drink tokens, usually one for the lounge and two for the ice room. If a mixed drink appeals, use your first token here: the lounge has cocktails, while the ice room’s menu is simpler.

That difference is worth knowing before you choose. In the icy room, the listed options include beer, vodka, and orange juice. Some drinks are served in ice glasses, and you need to keep your glass for the second drink. If you are planning to take photos or chat with your group, you may find it easier to finish one drink before redeeming the next.

The lounge is also where the themed story is introduced. Xtracold frames the room around a Dutch expedition stranded in the Arctic, with a short presentation before you go in. The tale gives the icy setting a little context, though this is a playful attraction rather than a history lesson. You are here for the atmosphere and the unusual drink service, not an in-depth account of Dutch exploration.

The Arctic story leads to the cold room

After the briefing, staff provide thermal jackets and gloves, then direct you into the ice room at the back. The temperature stays at -10 °C, and the bar, decor, and glasses are made of ice. That makes the setting memorable, but it is not a place to settle in for a long evening.

The room is compact, and the visit inside is commonly around 10 to 20 minutes. You can have your two included drinks, look around, and take photos, then head back to the lounge to warm up. The short stay is part of the design: it keeps the cold manageable, but if you expect a spacious bar with time to linger, this will feel more like a brief attraction than a conventional night out.

The ice glasses are one of the best details. They make an ordinary beer or shot feel distinct, and they are part of what you came for. Just remember that there is only one ice glass per person, so keep it in hand for the second drink. A practical order is to choose the drink you most want to photograph or enjoy first, then use the same glass again.

The room can be dim and crowded, which may make clear photos difficult. Take a few, but do not count on getting an empty backdrop or perfect lighting. If pictures matter to you, keep your phone ready before you step inside and take advantage of the themed objects and corners when they are free.

Three drinks shape the value

The ticket starts at $27.75, though package pricing shown for the entrance ticket starts at $25.25. Prices can vary by option and date, so check the exact amount at booking. The value is strongest if you want to try the drinks and see the ice room; it is less compelling if you do not drink and are only interested in the decor.

Because three drinks are included, the ticket is more than a cold-room entry fee. One lounge drink and two drinks in the ice room give you a simple progression through the venue. Non-alcoholic visitors can choose juice, and the activity information describes the included drinks as alcoholic or non-alcoholic. Alcohol is not served to anyone under 18.

The lounge drink is especially useful if you enjoy cocktails. Inside the ice room, expect a narrower selection, with beer, vodka shots, and orange juice among the choices. Do not assume you can order a full cocktail in the cold room. If that is important, spend the lounge token on a mixed drink before putting on your jacket.

Additional drinks and personal expenses are not included, and tips are not included either. You do not need to buy anything extra to complete the basic visit, though you can stay in the lounge afterward if you want another drink. The ticket is best judged as a short, novelty-led activity with drinks included, rather than as a bargain way to enjoy a long bar session.

Dress for the cold below the jacket

The provided thermal jacket and gloves make the visit possible, but they do not cover your legs and feet. Wear trousers, closed shoes, and socks that can handle the chill. A skirt or sandals may leave you uncomfortable quickly, and the cold is not just a photo backdrop. Even with the loaned gear, the room feels sharply cold.

This advice applies even if you are visiting Amsterdam in summer. The ice room stays at its set temperature, so the weather outside does not change what you should wear inside. You can remove a layer in the lounge if you are warm, then put it back on before entering the cold room.

There is no luggage storage facility at the venue, so arrive without bulky bags if possible. The meeting address is Amstel 194-196, 1017 AG Amsterdam. Metro lines 51, 53, and 54 stop at Waterlooplein, about a three-minute walk away. Tram 4 or 9 from Amsterdam Central Station stops at Rembrandtplein, also about a three-minute walk from the venue.

Timing, entry, and the practical details

The experience is listed as one hour, which is a sensible amount of time to allow for the lounge, the story presentation, getting dressed, and the ice room. The cold portion itself is much shorter. Arrive five minutes before your scheduled time; late arrivals and no-shows cannot be refunded.

You can present your mobile voucher at the venue. The ticket information describes direct entry with the voucher and skip-the-line access, but that should not be read as a promise that you will never wait. You may still need to follow the venue’s entry timing and staff instructions, and the group may be asked to move into the ice room together. If you are meeting friends who booked separately, coordinate your arrival and time slot rather than assuming you can join a different group.

Opening hours vary by the information provided. The Xtracold Icebar schedule is listed as Monday to Thursday, 15:45 to 23:00, and Friday to Sunday, 11:45 to 01:00, with last admission 45 minutes before closing. A separate venue schedule lists daily hours of 11:45 to 01:00 and last admission 40 minutes before closing. Since the times differ, check the operating hours for your selected date before setting out.

The voucher is valid only for the selected date and, where applicable, time. Free cancellation is available with at least 24 hours’ notice before the activity date, based on local time. Wheelchair access is limited: a standard wheelchair can enter through the main door, but there is a 5 cm step into the ice room. The venue is not suitable for electric wheelchairs. Pets are not allowed, except service animals with valid identification.

Who will enjoy Xtracold Icebar most

This suits you if you enjoy novelty bars, unusual photo settings, or short activities that break up a day of museums and canal walks. It is also a straightforward evening plan when you want something more interactive than sitting at a regular bar. The staff-led introduction and loaned gear make the format easy to follow once you are there.

It works well for a group of friends, especially if everyone is happy to sample the drinks and take turns snapping photos. Couples can enjoy it too, though the room’s size and crowds may limit the quiet, intimate feel. The theme and the ice glasses are the draw, rather than room to sit or a wide drink menu.

You may want to skip it if you dislike cold, have trouble standing in a chilly room, or expect a long, relaxed bar visit. The ice section is deliberately brief, and the lounge is a standard bar rather than an attraction in itself. If you are looking for a more substantial activity, Amsterdam also has options such as a canal cruise, A’DAM Lookout, or an attraction pass, but those offer a very different kind of outing.

Should you book this ice-bar visit?

Book Xtracold Icebar if you want a short, unusual stop with three drinks included and you are willing to dress for the cold. Its strongest points are the contrast between the warm lounge and the -10 °C room, the ice glasses, and the simple, themed format. Go in expecting a compact room and a brief visit, not an all-night bar experience.

For the best value, use your first token for a cocktail in the lounge, then choose two simple drinks for the ice room. Wear trousers and proper shoes, arrive on time, and keep hold of your ice glass. If cold rooms are not your idea of fun, save your money for a warmer Amsterdam activity.

FAQ

How long does the Xtracold Icebar visit take?

The activity is listed as one hour. The ice room itself is usually a shorter part of the visit, with people spending about 10 to 20 minutes inside.

How cold is the ice room?

It is kept at -10 °C.

Are drinks included with admission?

Yes. Admission includes three drinks, alcoholic or non-alcoholic. Additional drinks are not included.

What drinks can I get?

The lounge offers cocktails, beer, and juice. In the ice room, the listed options include beer, vodka, and orange juice. Alcohol is served only to visitors aged 18 or older.

Does the venue provide warm clothing?

Yes. A thermal jacket and gloves are provided. They do not cover your legs and feet, so wear warm trousers and shoes.

Can I use my ice glass for both drinks?

Yes. You receive one ice glass per person and should keep it for your second drink in the ice room.

Where is Xtracold Icebar Amsterdam?

It is at Amstel 194-196, 1017 AG Amsterdam. Waterlooplein metro station and the Rembrandtplein tram stop are each about a three-minute walk away.

Is there a luggage storage facility?

No. The venue does not have luggage storage.

Can wheelchair users enter the ice room?

A standard wheelchair may enter through the main door, but there is a 5 cm step into the ice room. The venue is not suitable for electric wheelchairs.