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Amsterdam Red Light District & Coffee Shop Tour

1. Amsterdam Red Light District & Coffee Shop Tour

Discover how and why Amsterdam developed its reputation for liberal attitudes towards sex and drugs on a tour of the Red Light District. Learn about the district from a local perspective, and discover the locations of several coffee shops, including the first coffee shop in Amsterdam. Starting near the heart of the Red Light District, you'll explore the famous streets, alleys, and canals that are home to the city's iconic red-lit windows. Your guide will provide an interesting and informative commentary on the history and culture of the area. Next, learn about the legalization of prostitution and the challenges that sex workers face today. Stroll into the atmospheric streets of the Red Light District. Explore the small shops and restaurants of Chinatown, and walk down some of the city’s narrowest streets. Finally, experience the unique and fascinating culture of Amsterdam's Red Light District as you hear explanations about the coffee shop culture, prostitution, political issues, and history.

Amsterdam: Walking Tour of the Red Light District

2. Amsterdam: Walking Tour of the Red Light District

Amsterdam's Red Light District is unique: What other countries hide or prohibit is legal in the Netherlands. Visit the neighborhood and learn all about the world's oldest profession. Meet your Spanish-speaking guide and head into the heart of Amsterdam's Red Light District on a 2-hour walking tour. The guide will answer any questions you may have and tell you about origins of the neighborhood and the status of prostitution. Walk along the Warmoesstraat (gay street) and see the Condomerie. Hear everything about the PIC (Information Centre on Prostitution), the Sex Museum, Erotic Museum, the prostitutes’ cabins, and venues that feature live sex and peep shows. Then you'll have 10 minutes of free walking time in which you can see the Oude Kerk (Old Church) area and the heart of the Red Light District on your own. After that, walk to Chinatown and the biggest Buddhist temple in Europe with your guide.

Amsterdam: 2-Hour City Highlights Guided Bike Tour

3. Amsterdam: 2-Hour City Highlights Guided Bike Tour

Discover Amsterdam with a small family company on a guided bike ride. Bike at an easy, relaxing pace and see Rembrandt's house, stand on the iconic Skinny Bridge, and learn about Amsterdam. See all the major highlights as you learn about Amsterdam's rich history. Visit the old western harbor. Cycle through a maze of idyllic canals. In addition, you will get to explore the various diverse neighborhoods of Amsterdam, riding through the Jordan Quarter, where you will pass Rembrandt’s house. Continue to the Rijksmuseum, a state museum dedicated to art and history, and stand on the legendary Skinny Bridge.

Amsterdam: Red Light District and Local Pub Tour

4. Amsterdam: Red Light District and Local Pub Tour

Discover infamous Red Light District of Amsterdam with a knowledgeable guide. Explore the district's narrow streets and learn about some of the oldest pubs of the city. Finish the tour with a rest at a traditional local pub. Meet your guide in central Amsterdam. Get a comprehensive overview of the history of the city. Start in the Old Town District and Amsterdam's Chinatown. Here your guide will tell you about the history of the city and about some of the city's oldest pubs. Hear stories and take a look inside famous pubs like t' Aepjen and t' Mandje. Continue to the center of the Red Light District where your guide will tell you everything about the sex work industry, peep shows, and the history of the Amsterdam Red Light District. Find many curiosities, like the narrowest street of Amsterdam, famous coffee shops, an indoor prostitution street, and many "smartshops." Hear what it's like to work as a prostitute in the Red Light District and find out about liberal laws. Walk to Dam Square where the tour will end. On your way to this area you'll see some of the last sights of the tour, like the Condomerie, the Royal Palace, and the Dam Square. Finish the tour with a rest at a traditional local pub.

Amsterdam: Private Red Light District and Food Tour

5. Amsterdam: Private Red Light District and Food Tour

Explore Amsterdam's notorious Red Light District and learn about Dutch food culture on this 2-hour private tour. Start at the Amsterdam Central Station to meet your tour guide. Walk to the Red Light District and see several well-known sights like the Old Church, China Town, the city's first coffee shop and the narrowest street of Amsterdam. Listen to your knowledgeable, local guide as they provide you with an educational insight to the area and its coffee shop culture. Also, hear about Dutch law and the legalization of prostitution and toleration of marijuana. Learn about Dutch food culture, what locals eat and what the traditional Dutch snacks are. Taste 3 Dutch foods, such as a kroket, Dutch cheese and the famous stroopwafel. End your day at Dam Square.

Amsterdam: Red Light District & Historical City Center

6. Amsterdam: Red Light District & Historical City Center

A cheerful and exciting city tour, lovingly guided, through Amsterdam's historic city center and around the famous Red-Light District, with lots of relevant background information, insider tips and lots of fun. This tour reflects Amsterdam's great diversity with all its contrasts, and offers you a comprehensive insight and overview.... A colorful potpourri of culture, subculture, architecture and city history. Hilarious stories and anecdotes, extensive information and impressions, combined in an entertaining city tour.

Amsterdam: Introduction walking tour (TOP RATED)

7. Amsterdam: Introduction walking tour (TOP RATED)

Join this walking tour and get an insight into the unique culture and history of Amsterdam. Visit the Old Town area and start the tour with learning the basic history of Amsterdam. Here you will find many sights to explore including the Old Church, The Waag, Chinatown, the Rembrandplein and the smallest house of Amsterdam.  Next, you will get to explore the Red Light District. Discover the atmospheric streets and learn about the coffee shop culture, prostitution, and political issues. Walk through the narrowest street of Amsterdam to see the first coffee shop and the first condom shop in the world. Stroll through the city center where you'll see well-known sights such as the Dam Square and the Royal Palace. Here, take a relaxing break before heading to the famous Jordaan district, which is a former working-class area with a rich history, home to the Anne Frank House and the West Church. Your guide will tell you fascinating anecdotes about Anne Frank and historic sights in the Jordaan district.  Throughout the tour your guide will provide an honest and insightful look at the Amsterdam, offering a deeper understanding of this unique and often misunderstood city.

Amsterdam: Dutch Craft Beer and Bites Guided Walking Tour

8. Amsterdam: Dutch Craft Beer and Bites Guided Walking Tour

Go on a journey that'll make you go "Hops hops hurray" with this Dutch craft beer walking tour in Amsterdam. Hit up four local hotspots for an array of craft beers, a local spirit, and 3 traditional Dutch snacks. Every stop reflects a different side of the city's drinking culture. Meet your guide at the New Church that is facing Dam Square and begin your guided tour into the heart of Amsterdam's city center. Enjoy fascinating personal stories and cultural bites about life in Amsterdam on the way to your first stop. Visit Amsterdam's oldest tasting house, where Rembrandt himself used to enjoy a tipple. Try the traditional pairing of jenever (Dutch gin) and beer. Hear about the tradition of "kopstoot" (headbutt), and learn how to drink like the Dutch. Head to a specialty beer café that serves exclusively Dutch craft beers. Discover the inspiring story of the owner and how he single-handedly made serious waves in the Dutch craft beer scene. Sample 2 craft beer tastings paired with the first flavored cheese in the world. Make your way to the one of the best craft beer bars in the Netherlands. Tuck into  traditional Dutch smoked sausage and 2 craft beer tastings. Admire this former distillery from the 1690 that was transformed into a craft beer mecca with a selection of over 200 beers.  Complete your experience at a microbrewery that brews with heart and hops. Go behind the scenes and learn how they started and contributed to the craft beer culture of Amsterdam.  End your tour by toasting with a beer of your choice complimented by the quintessential Dutch snack, bitterballen (fried balls of meat soup) infused with blonde beer.

Amsterdam: The Alternative Walking Tour

9. Amsterdam: The Alternative Walking Tour

Discover the alternative side of Amsterdam on a guided walking tour with beer and Dutch snacks. Enjoy a light stroll through the city's vibrant Red Light District and uncover the unique cultural aspects that make Amsterdam truly one-of-a-kind.  After meeting your guide, delve right into the city, from world-famous coffee shops to the Red Light District. Learn about Amsterdam's controversial drug policy and the history of the LGBTQ+ community, then venture to an underground realm few have seen: the thriving Dutch street art scene.  As you go, witness how Amsterdam has normalized and embraced all things alternative. To cap it off, an unforgettable surprise is in store for you, followed by a refreshing beer and a delicious Dutch snack at one of the best bars in town. 

Amsterdam: Rembrandt's Apprentice - City Exploration Game

10. Amsterdam: Rembrandt's Apprentice - City Exploration Game

Explore Amsterdam in the most humorous and adventurous way. Discover the city while solving puzzles, answering riddles and unlocking hidden augmented- and virtual reality-elements. In this interactive treasure hunt you follow Willem, Rembrandt's pupil. While recovering from his hangover, he tries to complete his assignments for Rembrandt in "Old Amsterdam" during the Golden Age. Will he complete his work in time? Or will his late-night brawl ruin his chances of being a painter? The Game will take you to the Wallen, the Dam, and the Nieuwmarkt. You decide when to start and when to take a break. The adventure and flexibility makes this city game one of the best activities for during your stay in Amsterdam.

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based on 2,805 reviews

More than what we expected. Stefan was well prepared an well researched. Safe option to familiarise folks who are curious but uncomfortable to walk in red light district on your own. You also pass by coffee shop if you want to try out Amsterdam coffee culture.

Had a wonderful time with Gavin. Felt like hanging out with an old friend. Wandered the streets, at snacks, heard about some history. Was an ideal way to spend a Monday afternoon in Amsterdam. Would love to do more tours with him!

The most entertaining and informative walking tour we have taken off late. Gives a brilliant view of red light district and it’s history along with its financial impact on the individuals

Brilliant good days crack, bikes were fun only way to see the city, guide was excellent funny and full of information

The guide, Peter, was very informative and answered all questions we had. A very nice person to talk to.