Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour)
At a glance
Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour) is a 2h private experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, operated by Amsterdamliebe. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $251.96 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: 1.50€ tourist tax.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 10 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- German, English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
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
What's included
- 1.50€ tourist tax
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Explore the origin story of Amsterdam right where it all began: on Dam square.
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Stop 2 · 10m
Discover more about the royal history of the Netherlands and the role of monarchy today.
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Stop 3 · 15m
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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Stop 4 · 10m
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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Stop 5 · 15m
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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Stop 6 · 15m
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. -
Stop 7 · 10m
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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Stop 8 · 10m
Dive deeper into Amsterdams multi-cultural nature while strolling through the oldest Chinatown of Europe.
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Stop 9 · 15m
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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Stop 10 · 10m
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.
Meeting point
We will meet on the steps of the national monument right on Dam square. It is a white obelisk and your tour guide will wait for you in front. You can recognise him or her through the red name tag around their neck.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour) take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $251.96 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
1.50€ tourist tax.
Where does it start?
We will meet on the steps of the national monument right on Dam square. It is a white obelisk and your tour guide will wait for you in front. You can recognise him or her through the red name tag around their neck.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Amsterdam.
