Homomonument Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Homomonument. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Amsterdam Captain Jack's Signature Cruise - 1.5 hour & Small group

• Amsterdam Evening Cruise with Drinks & Dutch bites included!

• Introductory Walking Tour - Hello Amsterdam

• Amsterdam Small-Group Canal Cruise With Dutch Snacks and Drink

• Amsterdam: Cultural Walking Tour in English or German

There is no cost to visit the Homonomument, as it’s a public memorial that’s open to all. Many city cruises pass by the monument, some of which include a live guide on board. Cruises start at around US$20, but can cost a fair bit more if they include drinks and snacks.

The Homomonument was created in 1987 to honor members of the LGBTQ+ community who have been persecuted or mistreated due to their sexual/romantic orientation. It was designed by a Dutch artist named Karin Daan and represents the global LGBTQ+ community’s struggle against oppression and discrimination.

The Homomonument is located right on the Emperor's Canal (Keizersgracht), just next to the Westerkerk Church in central Amsterdam. It's within easy walking distance of many major attractions, including Anne Frank House. If you’re relying on public transportation, note that tram 17 stops nearby, which connects to Amsterdam Centraal.

Yes, there are guided tours of Amsterdam that focus on LGBTQ+ history. These tours typically visit the Homomonument along with several other spots, including the oldest gay bar in the city. There are also nightlife tours of Amsterdam that focus less on LGBTQ+ history and more on the community today.

The Homomonument consists of three pink triangles—an LGBTQ+ symbol that was once used by the Nazis to identify gay people. These three triangles form a larger triangle, and they collectively represent not only LGBTQ+ people who have been victims of persecution, but also those who were killed in the Holocaust.