Amsterdam Red Light District Tour: Explore Iconic Sights and Enjoy a Local Drink
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Experience the vibrant and intriguing Amsterdam Red Light District on a 2-hour walking tour. Discover iconic sights, learn about the district's history, and enjoy a local drink in a pub.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Red Light District (De Wallen) - Walk through the narrow streets and see all the sights that the Red Light District has to offer! Learn about the history and the current situation of the Red Light District and explore the streets of Amsterdam with your local guide.
  • Dam Square - The dam, Also known as the City built on trees: Due to the soil in Amsterdam consisting of a thick layer of fen and clay, some buildings in the city are built on wooden poles that are fixed in a sandy layer that is approximately 11 meters deep. Since the old days, the houses in Amsterdam were known to have been built on wooden foundation piles that are driven deep into the clay, peat, and water until they reach the first layer of solid sand.
  • Chinatown - The area is a part of the Red Light District, tob e specific, part of the Old Town area. So this is the oldest part of the city that is why there is a lot of history as well.
  • Int Aepjen - Pub The Ape, also known as Int Aepjen in Dutch. Built around 1540 and one out of two remaining wooden buildings left in Amsterdam. Which is very special as there was a big fire in 1452 and after that point the government decided that buildings should have brick facades.
  • In de Waag - The Waag used to be one of the city gates of Amsterdam, a part of the defensive wall. It was built around the 1400s and is the second oldest building of Amsterdam. Later on it was used as a guild, craftsman’s organizations, situated themselves within the Waag and around the square.
  • The Smallest House in Amsterdam - The smallest house of Amsterdam was built around the 1700s and was first used as storage place for the VOC trading company. Later on people started living in the house for a very long time.
  • Condomerie - This is the world’s first condom shop special for condoms, in place here since 1987. You can get a size customized condom and all kinds of special condoms.
What's Included
    • A local guide
    • A drink of your choice
What's Not Included
  • Food
Additional Information

Embark on a 2-hour journey, exploring Amsterdam’s renowned Red Light District before settling down for a drink at a local tavern. Wander with your guide through the district, get a glimpse of its notable red-windowed establishments, bars and clubs. Stroll down the city’s narrowest street and absorb its history from your guide.

On this tour, you will amble through the Zeedijk Street, an old seafarer neighborhood, and delve into Amsterdam’s recognizable Chinatown. You will pass key sites such as Amsterdam’s Buddhist Temple, the Ape pub, and the Waag.

Further, you will visit the city’s ancient church, and uncover the former city hall. Discover unique aspects like Amsterdam’s narrowest street, its first coffee house and numerous smart shops. Amble along the renowned streets, adorned with red lights, and gain insights into the historical and current scenario of the Red Light District.

The tour concludes as you step into a local tavern for a rejuvenating beverage.

  • Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility
Location
ParkBee Parking NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
Prins Hendrikkade
Meet the guide in front of the entrance of the ‘Barbizon Palace Hotel NH collection’, located at the Prins Hendrikkade 59, 1012 AD Amsterdam.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Karen_d
Apr 24, 2022
Red Light Night! - We knew there was more to the red light district than what meets the eye, and so we booked this tour hoping to learn the history of the area. Catherine was a wonderful guide! She was very informative and personable. Even though it was very busy the night we went, Catherine easily managed the situation. I wanted to get some frites along the way and she knew the perfect spot. We ended the evening with a cold beer in an out of the way spot which was perfect!
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