Guided Tours

Amsterdam: Red Light District Guided Walking Tour

Amsterdam's red light district at night with illuminated windows and narrow street.

Guide explaining shop display during red light district walking tour.

Neon sign in Amsterdam's Red Light District depicting a dancer, part of the Coffeeshop Tour.

Tourists photographing in Amsterdam's red light district by a canal.

Duration

1 hr 30 mins

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

4.8/5(19)

Romy C

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

Deborah not only talked about the life of the sex workers but also historical context and life of people in the neighborhood and respect and safety of the people in the industry as they are heavily affected by mass tourism happening in the Netherlands.

Tobias T

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

The historical insights into Amsterdam’s red-light district and Amsterdam in general made the tour an experience we’ll remember for a long time to come. On Saturday evenings, the neighborhood can get a bit crowded, especially if you’re wandering around on your own after the tour, but that shouldn’t deter anyone from booking the tour.

Vidya M

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Thank you for accommodating my team even though we booked the wrong date. I need to specifically thank the tour guide Francesco who helped us through this situation. He is a very friendly and pleasant individual and a very good tour guide. Also patiently answering all the questions people were asking. Thank you for your service.

Elisa F

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Thanks to our guide, Sofia C, who introduced us to this neighborhood and gave us helpful tips on how to continue our tour of the city

Discover Amsterdam’s Red Light District on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour—no planning needed, and gain insights, highlights, and cultural context.

Walk past iconic landmarks like the Oude Kerk and Warmoestraat as your guide shares stories of sex work, its history, and its legalization.

Choose between English, Italian, or German-speaking guides for a more tailored and personal experience in the language of your choice.

Learn how Amsterdam’s attitudes towards the profession and visit Condomerie, the world’s first specialty condom shop.

Guided tour of the Red Light District

English, Italian, or German-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Entry to attractions

Food and drink

Transportation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Romy C
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Deborah not only talked about the life of the sex workers but also historical context and life of people in the neighborhood and respect and safety of the people in the industry as they are heavily affected by mass tourism happening in the Netherlands.
Tobias T
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
The historical insights into Amsterdam’s red-light district and Amsterdam in general made the tour an experience we’ll remember for a long time to come. On Saturday evenings, the neighborhood can get a bit crowded, especially if you’re wandering around on your own after the tour, but that shouldn’t deter anyone from booking the tour.
Vidya M
Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Thank you for accommodating my team even though we booked the wrong date. I need to specifically thank the tour guide Francesco who helped us through this situation. He is a very friendly and pleasant individual and a very good tour guide. Also patiently answering all the questions people were asking. Thank you for your service.
Elisa F
Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Thanks to our guide, Sofia C, who introduced us to this neighborhood and gave us helpful tips on how to continue our tour of the city
Simona C
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
The guide was excellent, the explanations were great, and the places were interesting

Explore Amsterdam’s Red Light District in 1.5 hours with a local guide and uncover its hidden stories and sex work culture on a walking tour.

Getting started

Meet your guide at Dam Square, near the National Monument. Once your group is assembled, your guide will provide a brief introduction for the walking tour.

What to expect

Amsterdam Red Light District

This guided walking tour takes you through one of the world’s most famous neighborhoods, known for its liberal approach to sex work. In just 1.5 hours, your guide will share the social, historical, and political context that shaped the Red Light District while pointing out key landmarks on the way.

Features:

Behind the Red Lights: Learn how sex workers earn a living, the legal protections in place, and the realities behind the windows.

Oude Kerk (Old Church): Explore Amsterdam’s oldest church in the heart of the Red Light District and learn how this medieval site connects with the area’s modern identity.

Warmoesstraat & the Condomerie: Walk down one of the city’s oldest streets, home to the first condom specialty store in the world.

What’s not allowed

Safety is a priority, so this experience is restricted to guests under the age of 18 years. Guests aged 16 and 17 years must be accompanied by a legal guardian.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 5 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at National Monument.

Address: Dam, 1012 JL Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Guide Identifier: Your tour guide will be wearing a red name tag around their neck.

Landmark: Stairs between the lion sculptures of the National Monument, facing the Royal Palace. Look for the big white pillar/obelisk.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Dam. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board buses N82, N83, N85, and more to get you there.

By Tram

The closest tram stop is Dam. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board trams 4, 14 or 24 to get you there.