Amsterdam Red Light District History and Future Walking Tour

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join this 2-hour walking tour around Amsterdam's Red Light District and its famous coffee shop scene. Your guide will talk about the area's history, laws, and social situation as you walk through the heart of the Red Light District on this tour. You will learn about the unique mix of legal prostitution and cannabis cafes that make this area famous all over the world.

Hear stories about the people who live and work in the area as you walk through its narrow streets. Your guide will tell you all about the city's cannabis laws and how these shops are important to the culture there.
This tour is great for people who want to learn more about Amsterdam's liberal policies and the history of the Red Light District while also getting a real feel for what makes the city special. During the tour, your guide will tell you all sorts of stories about the history and culture of the the area and will of course answer any questions you may have.

What's Included

A local guide
A guided walking tour of the city
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Geldersekade 2

The meeting point is in front of the Voyagers Hotel and Coffeeshop.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • Red Light District (Pass by)

    See the famous windows and learn about their history and their place in Dutch culture.

    Admission ticket free
  • Chinatown (Pass by)

    Discover the oldest part of the Red Light District filled with a rich history.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Waag (Pass by)

    Originally part of the wall that surrounded the city, it was a gate that was built in the 15th century and has long and interesting history to tell.

    Admission ticket free
  • Condomerie (Pass by)

    The first condom shop to have every existed with all sorts of fun variants inside and this shop has its own place in the culture of Amsterdam.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Europe prime tours

Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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