Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
This tour offers a unique and authentic look into the heart of Amsterdam’s most fascinating neighborhood. The guide will give you a deeper understanding of this fascinating and often misunderstood area.
Discover the day-to-day realities of sex workers, the history of this centuries-old profession, and the Netherlands’ famously tolerant approach on prostitution and drug policies. Along the way, enjoy captivating stories and surprising anecdotes about the district’s past, its present, and even its recent controversies.
While guided tours inside the Red Light District are no longer allowed (as of 2020), this tour takes you around its outskirts. You’ll leave with a handy map to explore the final stretch on your own, plus a small gift that’s sure to make you smile!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This walking tour takes +/- 1,5 hours. In between passing the highlights, the group explores the city on foot while the guide discusses various topics along the way.
What To Expect
Red Light District (De Wallen)
Discover the rich history of the Red Light District and prostitution and learn why sex workers chose to settle in this sacred place. Learn how and why Amsterdam developed its reputation for a liberal attitude towards sex.
Dam Square
Discover the place where the concept of the coffee shop originated and what was once the center of Amsterdam's tolerance and freedom.
Options
Private Red Light tour
Private tour: This is a private tour.
What‘s Included
1,5 hour walking tour around the Red Light District in Amsterdam
Map with information for the last stretch of the tour
Small gift guaranteed to bring a smile to your face
This is a private tour
Tours in the Red Light District have been prohibited since 2020, so this tour goes to outskirts
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great insights into Red Light District
jessicafV9336QF,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pilar was a wonderful guide. She was very knowledgeable of the area and gave us insights into the world of prostitution and drugs in Amsterdam.
Thumbs up
Laura F,Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very crowded, the guide was very informative and I learned way too much about prostitution. And drugs.
Great Tour and Tour Guide!
Explorer32153682646,Jul 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My partner and I did this tour as soon as we arrived in Amsterdam. Neither of us have been to Amsterdam before. This was a great way to start our vacation! Our guide was on time, kind and very informative. She is a local and shared many intriguing details about the history of The Netherlands, Amsterdam and Red Light District. Great tour! Highly recommend!
Lovely private tour!
menghuap,Feb 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Despite the rain, had a great time listening to Manouk tell us all about the history of the Red Light District as well as the more "practical" aspects of the neighbourhood! It was awesome to have it told by a local with a lot of personal anecdotes :) I also really appreciated the fact how respectful the tour is towards the ladies of the red light district. Thanks for a nice evening!
Great!
metinc547,Feb 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great, Manouk is a long time habitant of the Red Light disctrict so she could give us lots of interesting inside stories! You really feel she knows the area on the back of her hand :)
Educational, Informative, Fun Guide
142lydiav,Oct 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very educational tour with manouk. Knew a lot to tell about the ramparts what you didn't know about amsterdam. Highly recommended.
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