Amsterdam: Guided Red Light District Tour

Learn about the history of sex work and the rise of coffeeshops

★ 5.0 · 4 ratings1 hr 30 min

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A person poses for a photo by a canal with bicycles, buildings, and trees in the background. Another person holds up a phone to take the picture.

People walking past a building with bright red neon signs reading "Moulin Rouge," advertising erotic and live shows.

Two people look at a shop display of colorful condoms and various small items. Another person gestures towards the display.

Four people walking down a lively street with shops, cafes, and a rainbow flag hanging from a building.

Gothic-style church with illuminated red stained glass windows and a tall, lighted bell tower against a dark blue evening sky.

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Duration1 hr 30 min

LocationAmsterdam

AccessibilityWheelchair accessible

Languages4 tour languages

The experience

Learn about the history of sex work and the rise of coffeeshops

Join a 1.5-hour walking tour of Amsterdam's Red Light District. Learn about its history and the rise of sex work in Amsterdam.

Understand how sex work is regulated, how the window system operates, and what occurs behind closed curtains. Examine the critical aspects of the district and the challenges of sex work.

Walk past the Condomerie, Amsterdam's oldest church, Warmoesstraat, and Chinatown. Gain insights into the emergence of coffeeshops and the marijuana culture in the city.

End the tour at Nieuwmarkt.

What’s included

Live guide
Guided tour

Not included

Tips

Where to go

Red Light District Amsterdam Tour

Dam

View meeting point mapLocal timezone: Europe/Amsterdam

Before you book

Important visitor information

Must know

This tour takes place in all weather conditions

Since 2020, guided tours are no longer allowed directly in front of sex workers’ windows. The route has been adjusted but still leads through the heart of the district