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Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour)

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Overview

Explore Amsterdam's history, culture, and the red light district on this 2-hour guided tour. Visit historical sights such as Dam Square, the royal palace, the oldest church in Amsterdam, and the historic stock exchange building.

Discover how Amsterdam turned from a fisher's village into one of the most significant trade nations worldwide. Experience the vibrant flair of Amsterdam's famous red light district with your passionate English or German tour guide. Learn about sex work, prices, and the window system, and take a critical perspective on sex work.

Additionally, explore Amsterdam Chinatown and dive deeper into the history and politics of coffee shops. Visit the oldest coffee shops in the red-light district and hear about the impact of mass tourism on recent policies.

Interested in combining history, culture, and the red light district all at once? Then this is the tour for you!

What's Included

  • 1.50€ tourist tax
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Dam
1012 JL Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Nieuwmarkt
1012 CR Amsterdam, Netherlands

If you wish to end the tour back at Dam square, feel free to walk back with your tour guide after the tour.

What To Expect

National Monument

Explore the origin story of Amsterdam right where it all began: on Dam square.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Palace Amsterdam

Discover more about the royal history of the Netherlands and the role of monarchy today.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oude Kerk

Learn more about the establishment of Amsterdams famous red light district and find out how this is connected to the oldest church in the city.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Warmoesstraat

Discover the LGBTQ+ part of Amsterdams red light district as you're strolling past some of the most infamous gay bars
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Beurs van Berlage

Dive deeper into Amsterdams rich trade history and find out how it became one of the richest cities in the world during the "Golden Age".
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Damrak

Explore the old harbour area of Amsterdam and let your guide answer all burning questions you may have regarding sex work in Amsterdam.Is sexwork in the red light district legal? How much do different services cost? How is the window system regulated and how much do they cost? Find the answers to those and more questions at this stop.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Centraal Station

Take a picture at one of Amsterdams most picturesque spots and take a critical perspective towards the red light district. Find out about the dark sides of sex work and learn about the special situation in Amsterdam.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chinatown

Dive deeper into Amsterdams multi-cultural nature while strolling through the oldest Chinatown of Europe.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jolly Joker

Learn more about the history and politics of coffee shops in Amsterdam. Explore how the coffee shop culture evolved over the years and take a critical perspective in relation to mass tourism in Amsterdam.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nieuwmarkt

Take a look at one of Amsterdam's most historical and important buildings: de "Waag".Get some insider information and personal tips from your guide to make the most of your experience in the red-light district. Visit a '70s peep show and enjoy the district at your own pace after the tour.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Wheelchair accessible
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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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