Your experience

Enjoy a captivating 1.5-hour journey through Amsterdam’s iconic Red Light District with a knowledgeable local guide. This walking tour invites you to immerse yourself in a district famed for its openness and unique history as you discover a side of Amsterdam that blends medieval past with progressive values.

Meeting point and introduction

Your experience begins at Dam Square near the National Monument. Meet your guide and group for a friendly introduction and overview of the walk ahead. With a choice of English, Italian or German-speaking guide, you’ll feel welcome and comfortable as you begin your exploration.

The Red Light District

Follow your guide through the labyrinth of narrow streets and canals that define the Red Light District. As you stroll, hear about the development of the district from medieval origins to its role today in shaping discussions about sex work, safety and urban life in Amsterdam.

• The guide will share insights into the unique Dutch approach to legalizing sex work, wielding both context and local anecdotes.

• Visit Warmoestraat, one of Amsterdam's oldest streets. This vibrant corridor is filled with eclectic shops, cafes and history at every turn.

• Pass by the famous windows and learn how the profession operates, the safety laws in place and how the area’s perception has evolved.

Oude Kerk & cultural context

Admire the grand Oude Kerk, Amsterdam’s oldest church, which now stands at the heart of the neighborhood. Your guide reveals how this medieval masterpiece has been witness to centuries of change, and its ongoing role in the community.

The Condomerie and local color

Step into the story of the Condomerie, the world’s first specialist condom shop. Learn how it became a symbol of the city’s candid approach to health and openness.

• Hear about the district’s creative community, its relationship to city governance and how integration of culture, commerce and protection of rights coexist.

• Discover stories of modernization and preservation that give the Red Light District its singular charm.

Language options and tour flexibility

Select from tours led in English, Italian or German to enjoy a more personal and accessible experience.

End of tour

As the guided walk concludes, you’ll have gained new perspectives on a district that reflects both the city’s history and its spirit of tolerance. Recommendations for further exploration or nearby attractions will be available if you’d like to keep discovering Amsterdam on your own.

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