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Combo: Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution + Amsterdam Canal Cruise Tickets

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    • Step inside a former brothel and explore authentic rooms and hear firsthand stories that reveal the daily realities of Amsterdam's sex work industry.

    • Gain richer insight through detailed commentary that explains the significance of each space while highlighting perspectives from industry workers.

    • Relax aboard a canal boat for an hour-long cruise as historic buildings and bridges drift by, accompanied by informative commentary in 19 languages.

  • Red Light Secrets Museum

    • Entry into Red Light Secrets

    • Audio guide at the museum, available in English, Dutch, German, Spanish and French

    Amsterdam Canal Cruise

    • 1-hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise

    • Audio guide on the cruise, available in 19 different languages

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

  • See Amsterdam from two very different vantage points. Start inside a former brothel at Red Light Secrets, where personal stories and authentic spaces reveal the realities behind the city's famous Red Light District. Then step aboard a canal cruise and watch elegant canal houses, historic bridges, and waterfront landmarks glide past from the water.

    Getting started

    Visit Red Light Secrets at your selected timeslot and collect your audio guide before beginning your self guided tour. For the canal cruise, head to the designated departure point and board the next available sightseeing boat. Keep your tickets accessible for both experiences.

    What to expect

    Red Light Secrets Museum

    Located in the heart of Amsterdam's Red Light District, Red Light Secrets is the world's only museum dedicated to prostitution. Housed inside a former brothel, it offers a rare opportunity to move beyond the neighborhood's reputation and understand the people, stories, and history behind it.

    Features:

    • Former brothel interiors: Walk through authentic rooms once used by sex workers, offering a glimpse into spaces rarely seen by visitors.

    • Personal stories: Hear firsthand accounts that shed light on daily life, motivations, challenges, and experiences within the profession.

    • Interactive exhibits: Explore photographs, recordings, and multimedia displays that challenge assumptions and provide historical context.

    • Multilingual audio guide: Follow commentary in English, Dutch, German, Spanish, or French for deeper insight into the exhibits and stories throughout the museum.

    Amsterdam Canal Cruise

    After exploring Amsterdam on foot, see the city from its most iconic perspective aboard a 1 hour sightseeing cruise. Travel through the UNESCO listed canal network while passing centuries old merchant houses, picturesque bridges, and some of the city's best known landmarks.

    Features:

    • Historic canal views: Cruise through Amsterdam's famous waterways lined with gabled canal houses, waterside streets, and historic architecture.

    • City landmarks from the water: Spot notable sights and neighbourhoods from a unique vantage point unavailable from the streets.

    • Relaxed sightseeing: Enjoy a comfortable journey through the canal belt while taking in uninterrupted views of the city around you.

    • Multilingual audio commentary: Listen to stories about Amsterdam's history, architecture, and landmarks with commentary available in 19 languages.

    • A different side of Amsterdam: Contrast the intimate stories of the Red Light District with panoramic views of the city's canals, offering a broader understanding of Amsterdam's character and history.

  • What to bring

    Red Light Secrets Museum + Amsterdam Canal Cruise

    • Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

    What’s not allowed

    Red Light Secrets Museum + Amsterdam Canal Cruise

    • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

    Red Light Secrets Museum

    • Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 16 years.

    Amsterdam Canal Cruise

    • Outside food & beverages are not allowed on this experience. A bottle of water or soda is permitted.

    Accessibility

    Red Light Secrets Museum + Amsterdam Canal Cruise

    • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

    • This experience is not recommended for people requiring wheelchair and pram/strollers accessibility.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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