Amsterdam Red Light District Secrets and History Tour

Amsterdam, Netherlands

1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Learn more about Amsterdam’s famous Red Light District, from its medieval start to its present-day impact on the city, on this small-group tour than you would from any old guidebook. Discover another side of Amsterdam at a way more relaxed pace, rather than rushing or slowing down to account for a bigger group. While Amsterdam Red Light District tours are now limited to the perimeter, you can explore the area independently afterward.

Your local Amsterdam guide has plenty of anecdotes to share
Get your fair share of your guide’s attention in a small group
A great way to meet fellow travelers in Amsterdam
An ideal Amsterdam tour choice for history buffs

What's Included

A local guide with an endless supply of anecdotes
A walking tour through Amsterdam´s most infamous yet captivating areas.
A group of travel enthusiasts, from different corners of the World united by a thirst for adventure

No food or drinks
No entries to any venues.
No entries to any venues required
No additional charges

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Barbizon Palace Hotel
Prins Hendrikkade 59-72, 1012 AD Amsterdam, Netherlands
Outside the Barbizon Palace Hotel in Prins Hendrikkade 59-72, 1012 AD Amsterdam, Netherlands

End point

Royal Palace Amsterdam
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 147, 1012 RJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Infront of Amsterdam´s Royal Palace in Dam Square

Itinerary

Zeedijk (Pass By)

Nieuwmarkt (Pass By)

Oude Kerk (Pass By)

Condomerie (Pass By)

Beursplein (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Most travelers can participate
No es recomendable para viajeros con movilidad reducida
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

3.0

based on 2 reviews

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Red Light tour might have been good

Bob_G, Aug 2025

Arrived 10 minutes early at Barbizon Hotel meeting point. Waited 30 minutes past meeting time. Tour operator was a “no show”. Payment refunded.

Pedro and the tour were awesome

Irene_B, Jul 2025

Very interesting tour providing insight and historical facts on this amazing city. Pedro was excellent and very knowledgeable and personable. Highly recommend this tour.