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Amsterdam Red Light District Tours

Step into a world of neon and canals where the unconventional is the norm. Welcome to Amsterdam's Red Light District, a captivating and complex area where sex work is legal and window displays offer a unique glimpse into the city's liberal attitudes. Book now!
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Slide 1 of 7, Tour group walking through Amsterdam's Red Light District.
Tour group walking through Amsterdam's Red Light District.
Canal bridge and historic buildings in Amsterdam Red Light District.
Tour guide leading a group in Amsterdam's Red Light District, standing by red shuttered windows.
Tour guide speaking to a group during Amsterdam Red Light District walking tour.
Canal view with boats and Westerkerk tower in Amsterdam Red Light District.
Tour guide leading a group through Amsterdam's Red Light District.
Bicycles parked along canal in Amsterdam Red Light District at night.

Amsterdam: Red Light District 2-hour Guided Walking Tour

2 hrs

  • See Amsterdam’s Red Light District in 2 hours—walk neon streets, visit the first coffee shop, watch a peep show, and hear how its liberal culture took shape.

  • Slip into narrow lanes and quiet courtyards while your guide explains how this area grew into Amsterdam’s best-known nightlife spot.

  • Step inside Amsterdam’s first coffee shop and hear how cannabis went from taboo to a tourist must-do.

  • Step inside Cassa Rosso, a landmark peep show in Amsterdam, and see how live adult shows became part of the Red Light experience.

  • Understand how legal sex work and cannabis and psychoactive retail stores operate today, and how that sets Amsterdam apart from any other city.

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  • See Amsterdam’s Red Light District in 2 hours—walk neon streets, visit the first coffee shop, watch a peep show, and hear how its liberal culture took shape.

  • Slip into narrow lanes and quiet courtyards while your guide explains how this area grew into Amsterdam’s best-known nightlife spot.

  • Step inside Amsterdam’s first coffee shop and hear how cannabis went from taboo to a tourist must-do.

  • Step inside Cassa Rosso, a landmark peep show in Amsterdam, and see how live adult shows became part of the Red Light experience.

  • Understand how legal sex work and cannabis and psychoactive retail stores operate today, and how that sets Amsterdam apart from any other city.

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€28
Slide 1 of 9, Tour group walking through Amsterdam's Red Light District with guide, near coffeeshops.
Tour group walking through Amsterdam's Red Light District with guide, near coffeeshops.
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.
Tourist photographing canal houses in Amsterdam's red light district.
Coffee shop sign with "Old Amsterdam" text in Amsterdam.
Tour group exploring Amsterdam's Red Light District with a guide.
Oude Kerk exterior illuminated at night, Amsterdam canal in foreground.

Amsterdam: Red Light District Guided Walking Tour

1 hr 30 mins

  • 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.

More details

  • 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.

from Original price€28
€25.20

10% off

Slide 1 of 10, Interior of Museum of Prostitution in Amsterdam with visitors exploring exhibits.
Interior of Museum of Prostitution in Amsterdam with visitors exploring exhibits.
Framed portraits at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.
Visitors exploring exhibits at Red Light Secrets Museum in Amsterdam.
Two mannequins in a window display at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.
Office setup with vintage computer and decor at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution.
Visitors reading confessions at Red Light Secrets Museum in Amsterdam.
Interior view of Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution with window overlooking Amsterdam street.
Red Light Secrets Museum room with bed, mirror, and window view.
Luxurious bathroom exhibit at Red Light Secrets Museum, Amsterdam.
Wall text inside Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.

Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution Tickets

Explore at your pace
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  • Explore Red Light Secrets, a museum dedicated to prostitution, featuring authentic interiors, interactive exhibits, and firsthand accounts from sex workers.

  • This is your chance to explore the world's only prostitution museum and gain insights unavailable through sightseeing alone.

  • Multilingual commentary transforms preserved rooms and objects into meaningful stories, giving greater depth to every part of your visit.

  • Add a 1 hour sightseeing cruise and admire UNESCO-listed waterways, charming canal houses, and iconic bridges with commentary in 19 languages.

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  • Explore Red Light Secrets, a museum dedicated to prostitution, featuring authentic interiors, interactive exhibits, and firsthand accounts from sex workers.

  • This is your chance to explore the world's only prostitution museum and gain insights unavailable through sightseeing alone.

  • Multilingual commentary transforms preserved rooms and objects into meaningful stories, giving greater depth to every part of your visit.

  • Add a 1 hour sightseeing cruise and admire UNESCO-listed waterways, charming canal houses, and iconic bridges with commentary in 19 languages.

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€14.50
Slide 1 of 11, Red Light Secrets Museum interior and canal cruise boat in Amsterdam.
Red Light Secrets Museum interior and canal cruise boat in Amsterdam.
Interior of Museum of Prostitution in Amsterdam with visitors exploring exhibits.
Framed portraits at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.
Canal boat passing under a bridge in Amsterdam.
Boat captain steering during Amsterdam city centre cruise.
Visitors exploring exhibits at Red Light Secrets Museum in Amsterdam.
Two mannequins in a window display at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.
Office setup with vintage computer and decor at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution.
Passengers using audio guides on a canal cruise.
Guests enjoying a luxury romantic cruise on Amsterdam's canals.
Tourists enjoying a canal cruise in Amsterdam, viewing city architecture.

Combo (Save 11%): Red Light Secrets Museum with Amsterdam 1-Hour Sightseeing Canal Cruise

Explore at your pace
Audio guide

  • Combine Red Light Secrets stories via the audio guide with a 60-min canal cruise to explore Amsterdam's Red Light District and canals in one day.

  • At Red Light Secrets, use your pre-booked entry and multilingual audio guide to explore brothel rooms, exhibits, and first-person stories.

  • Board a heated glass-top boat for a 60-min canal cruise, with onboard audio commentary in 19 languages plus colouring pages or bingo for kids.

  • Plan both experiences on the same day at times that suit you; one combo booking covers separate tickets and keeps costs lower than booking alone.

More details

  • Combine Red Light Secrets stories via the audio guide with a 60-min canal cruise to explore Amsterdam's Red Light District and canals in one day.

  • At Red Light Secrets, use your pre-booked entry and multilingual audio guide to explore brothel rooms, exhibits, and first-person stories.

  • Board a heated glass-top boat for a 60-min canal cruise, with onboard audio commentary in 19 languages plus colouring pages or bingo for kids.

  • Plan both experiences on the same day at times that suit you; one combo booking covers separate tickets and keeps costs lower than booking alone.

from Original price€30
€26.60

11% off

Slide 1 of 11, Red Light Secrets Museum interior and Amsterdam's Red Light District canal at dusk.
Red Light Secrets Museum interior and Amsterdam's Red Light District canal at dusk.
Red Light Secrets Museum entrance in Amsterdam's Red Light District at night.
Framed portraits at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.
Person using phone for audio tour in Amsterdam's Red Light District.
Amsterdam's red light district at night with illuminated canal and buildings.
Office setup with vintage computer and decor at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution.
Two mannequins in a window display at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.
Interior view of Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution with window overlooking Amsterdam street.
Amsterdam Red Light District buildings illuminated at night along a canal.
Oude Kerk exterior illuminated at night, Amsterdam canal in foreground.
Waag building exterior illuminated at night in Amsterdam.

Combo (Save 5%): Red Light Secrets Museum Tickets + Walking Tour of the Red Light District

Explore at your pace
Audio guide

  • Peek behind red lit windows, explore intimate workspaces, and follow audio stories that explain daily life inside Amsterdam's famous Red Light Secrets Museum.

  • Then, visit sixteen carefully selected landmarks that explain Amsterdam's approach to tolerance, regulation, and life within the Red Light District.

  • On your walking tour, listen to stories through the audio guide, use the interactive map for directions, and access content anytime without relying on the internet.

More details

  • Peek behind red lit windows, explore intimate workspaces, and follow audio stories that explain daily life inside Amsterdam's famous Red Light Secrets Museum.

  • Then, visit sixteen carefully selected landmarks that explain Amsterdam's approach to tolerance, regulation, and life within the Red Light District.

  • On your walking tour, listen to stories through the audio guide, use the interactive map for directions, and access content anytime without relying on the internet.

from Original price€24.49
€23.27

5% off

Slide 1 of 9, Amsterdam Red Light District buildings illuminated at night along a canal.
Amsterdam Red Light District buildings illuminated at night along a canal.
Person using phone for audio tour in Amsterdam's Red Light District.
Neon sign in Amsterdam's Red Light District depicting a dancer, part of the Coffeeshop Tour.
Amsterdam's red light district at night with illuminated canal and buildings.
Oude Kerk exterior illuminated at night, Amsterdam canal in foreground.
Street lights illuminating the Red Light District in Amsterdam at night.
Red neon sign reading "Red Light District" on a brick wall in Amsterdam.
Crowd outside Moulin Rouge in Amsterdam's Red Light District at night.
Amsterdam's red light district at night with illuminated windows and narrow street.

Amsterdam: Red Light District Audio Guided Tour

1 hr 30 mins
1 more
  • Dive into the secrets of Amsterdam's infamous Red Light District on a 1.5-hour walk, exploring the district with a multilingual audio tour at your own pace. 
  • Your journey unveils the intriguing stories behind the legalization of prostitution and "light" drugs in this historically strict Protestant city. 
  • Walk past 16 must-see landmarks, from the informative Condom Museum to the Homomonument, a tribute to those persecuted for their sexual orientation. 
  • First-time visitor? This tour lets you curate your walk with the help of a user-friendly app and integrated GPS map, ensuring you never lose your way.
More details
  • Dive into the secrets of Amsterdam's infamous Red Light District on a 1.5-hour walk, exploring the district with a multilingual audio tour at your own pace. 
  • Your journey unveils the intriguing stories behind the legalization of prostitution and "light" drugs in this historically strict Protestant city. 
  • Walk past 16 must-see landmarks, from the informative Condom Museum to the Homomonument, a tribute to those persecuted for their sexual orientation. 
  • First-time visitor? This tour lets you curate your walk with the help of a user-friendly app and integrated GPS map, ensuring you never lose your way.
from
€9.99
Slide 1 of 6, Tourists enjoying drinks at a pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District during a pub crawl.
Tourists enjoying drinks at a pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District during a pub crawl.
Friends toasting with shot glasses at a nightclub.
People enjoying a night out dancing at a lively club.
Person enjoying limbo game during Amsterdam Red Light District pub crawl.
Partygoers enjoying a limbo game during an Amsterdam Red Light District pub crawl.
Amsterdam Red Light District canal at night with illuminated buildings and bicycles.

Pub Crawl Tickets: Amsterdam Red Light District

5 hrs 30 mins

  • Take in the vibrant nightlife of Amsterdam's iconic Red Light District on this fun-filled pub crawl tour, covering 5 dynamic venues.

  • Kickstart the party with unlimited shots for the first 30 minutes, a complimentary shot at 4 distinct bars, and discounts on extra drinks.

  • Explore Amsterdam's nightlife, from the Red Light Bar to the British-themed Big Ben Bar, and more, depending on the day's schedule.

  • Finale at one of Amsterdam's largest clubs, to dance the night away amidst an electric atmosphere and pulsating music.

  • Did you know? The area has a strong safety presence with 24/7 patrolling police officers, making it one of Amsterdam’s safest areas.

More details

  • Take in the vibrant nightlife of Amsterdam's iconic Red Light District on this fun-filled pub crawl tour, covering 5 dynamic venues.

  • Kickstart the party with unlimited shots for the first 30 minutes, a complimentary shot at 4 distinct bars, and discounts on extra drinks.

  • Explore Amsterdam's nightlife, from the Red Light Bar to the British-themed Big Ben Bar, and more, depending on the day's schedule.

  • Finale at one of Amsterdam's largest clubs, to dance the night away amidst an electric atmosphere and pulsating music.

  • Did you know? The area has a strong safety presence with 24/7 patrolling police officers, making it one of Amsterdam’s safest areas.

from
€25
Slide 1 of 11, Red Light Secrets Museum exhibit and guided tour in Amsterdam's Red Light District.
Red Light Secrets Museum exhibit and guided tour in Amsterdam's Red Light District.
Interior view of Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution with window overlooking Amsterdam street.
Office setup with vintage computer and decor at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution.
Tourists photographing in Amsterdam's red light district by a canal.
Amsterdam's red light district at night with illuminated windows and narrow street.
Framed portraits at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.
Red Light Secrets Museum entrance in Amsterdam's Red Light District at night.
Wall text inside Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.
Tourist photographing canal houses in Amsterdam's red light district.
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.

Combo (Save 9%): Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution + Red Light District Guided Tour

Explore at your pace
Audio guide

  • Walk through a former brothel at Red Light Secrets while audio stories in five languages reveal lives rarely seen by visitors.

  • Then, go on to stroll through the Red Light neighborhood with an English-speaking guide who adds local insights and stories easily missed when exploring alone.

  • With no more than fifteen guests, the tour has a more conversational atmosphere, giving you greater opportunities to engage with your guide directly.

More details

  • Walk through a former brothel at Red Light Secrets while audio stories in five languages reveal lives rarely seen by visitors.

  • Then, go on to stroll through the Red Light neighborhood with an English-speaking guide who adds local insights and stories easily missed when exploring alone.

  • With no more than fifteen guests, the tour has a more conversational atmosphere, giving you greater opportunities to engage with your guide directly.

from Original price€42.50
€38.50

9% off

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What our guests say

Ruslana B

Group
Jun 2026
I really enjoyed the canal cruise! What I appreciated the most was that there wasn’t an overload of information, so I could simply relax and enjoy the beautiful views of the city. I also noticed right away that the windows were perfectly clean, which made a huge difference. My first canal cruise experience was during the Light Festival with another company, and unfortunately the windows were so dirty that I could barely see anything outside. This time, the view was crystal clear, and it made the whole experience so much more enjoyable. Thank you for such a wonderful experience. I would definitely recommend this cruise to others!

Combo: Red Light Secrets Museum with Amsterdam 1-Hour Sightseeing Canal Cruise

Margit J

Germany
Group
Jun 2026
The captain was THE highlight! With his many additional comments and funny anecdotes in English, he was a big hit with my kids (teenagers) too. We learned a few things about Amsterdam that you definitely won’t find in any guidebook.

Combo: Red Light Secrets Museum with Amsterdam 1-Hour Sightseeing Canal Cruise

Romy C

Indonesia
Solo
Jun 2026
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.

Amsterdam: Red Light District Guided Walking Tour

Tobias T

Germany
Couple
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.

Amsterdam: Red Light District Guided Walking Tour

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