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Amsterdam: Smoke and Lounge 70-Minute Boat Cruise

1. Amsterdam: Smoke and Lounge 70-Minute Boat Cruise

Enjoy one of the most relaxing smoke-friendly lounge boat tours in Amsterdam. Sip on your favorite drink, smoke, or enjoy one of the hookah/shisha's onboard for an extra cost.   Start out in the heart of the Red Light District, one of the most popular locations in the city, and sail through the central area, the Herengracht and Prinsengracht canals, the Seven Bridges, the river Amstel, the Skinny Bridge, and the Dancing Houses before returning to where you started. Enjoy Amsterdam's stunning Light Festival from December 1st 2022 until January 2023 Mix the city highlights boat route with the light tour route, so you have the best of both worlds. The boat can accommodate up to 22 people. Whatever the weather, the boat is set up so passengers will have an enjoyable time. In summertime all windows can be opened, ensuring full visibility of Amsterdam’s iconic landmarks and monuments. In winter all windows can be closed, and we have heated seats to keep you warm. 

Amsterdam: Red Light District Pub Crawl

2. Amsterdam: Red Light District Pub Crawl

Make the most of your time in Amsterdam on a pub crawl through the city's infamous Red-Light District. Whether you're a seasoned partygoer or a first-time visitor to Amsterdam, explore the city's most famous neighborhood in a fun way. Begin with unlimited shots of vodka for 30 minutes (only served following the initial pub crawl starting time). Break the ice with fellow travelers and trade stories. At every venue, be greeted by your host and get an extra shot at every location to keep the party going. Play fun games at every bar you visit, including drinking games, dance competitions, limbo, and more. Meet people from different cultures, backgrounds, and nationalities, and create new connections and friendships. Finish your party pub crawl at a popular nightclub, where you can dance the night away in style. Experience the vibrant atmosphere and dance until the sun comes up.

Amsterdam: Private BBQ Cruise with Personal Chef & Drinks

3. Amsterdam: Private BBQ Cruise with Personal Chef & Drinks

Tasty food, drinks, and boating on Amsterdam’s canals are the features of this unique tour. Enjoy the city’s sights along with a tasty (vegetarian) BBQ menu on this 2-hour private cruise. The private cruise takes you along the Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht, and by the Red Light district. Experience the history and the hotspots of the capital city. If you’re interested, you can hear fascinating stories about Amsterdam from the skipper. There are no concerns about the weather on this outing as the boat is equipped with a canopy. BBQ Menu: Pepper Steak, Shashlick, 2 skewers of chicken satay, sausages, hamburger Salads: Raw vegetables, potatoes, Russian and cucumber salads Sauces: Garlic, cocktail, BBQ, and satay Extras: Focaccia bread and herbed butter Vegetarian Menu: Vegetarian satay, vegetable burgers, vegetarian chicken, and vegetable skewers Salads: Raw vegetables, potatoes, Russian and cucumber salads Sauces: Garlic, cocktail, BBQ, and satay Extras: Focaccia bread and herbal butter Refreshments: Unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks

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: Red-Light District Pub Crawl and Booze Boat Tour

5. Amsterdam: Red-Light District Pub Crawl and Booze Boat Tour

Get ready to explore Amsterdam with plenty of drinks included. Choose a time for your boozy cruise around the beautiful canals of Amsterdam with an open bar on board. Enjoy the scenery while being transported around by our professional hosts and boat skipper. It's the perfect day tour before a big night out in the famous Red Light district. After you finish the cruise, make your way to the Ultimate Party team for the biggest and best night out in Amsterdam at Redlight Bar. Start your tour with unlimited shots of vodka from 8:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Stop at 4 different pubs and a nightclub. Take advantage of great drink specials at all of the venues. At every venue, meet a friendly nightlife host at the door. Finish your party pub crawl with free entrance to a busy nightclub, where you can stay as long as you like. Make the most of your time in the city on this tour that's perfect for groups looking for a cheap, fun time in Amsterdam.

Leidseplein and Red Light Pub Crawl: 2 Night Pass

6. Leidseplein and Red Light Pub Crawl: 2 Night Pass

Get ready for two wild nights out in Amsterdam. Party for less as you accompany your local guide on a pub crawl through two of Amsterdam’s best nightlife areas. Whether you want to party like a rockstar in Leidseplein or experience the delights of Amsterdam’s infamous red light district, this package will offer everything that you and your friends are looking for. Enjoy drink deals including two 30-minute periods of unlimited vodka shots and 6 free drinks. Get free entry to all 12 bars and clubs included in the pub crawl. Rely on fun, energetic pub crawl guides to show you the best spots and introduce you to likeminded travelers.

Amsterdam: Private 3-Hour Bachelor Party Tour

7. Amsterdam: Private 3-Hour Bachelor Party Tour

Start your private 3-hour bachelor party tour with a visit to Amsterdam’s Red Light District. Learn about prostitution in Amsterdam, the coffee shop culture and lots more. Walk through the narrow streets of the Red Light District, and see the city’s first coffee shop and its narrowest street. Stop to watch a peep show. Head to a coffee shop with your guide, who will give you a quick workshop on how to roll a joint. Enjoy a smoke as well if you like. Finish off the evening at a local Amsterdam bar, where you have the option of enjoying a few drinks.

Amsterdam Red Light District Party: Private Group Tour

8. Amsterdam Red Light District Party: Private Group Tour

Walking alone through Amsterdam's Red Light district can be quite intimidating; so why not join a relaxed private walking tour of the area instead? Hear about the beginnings of Amsterdam's notorious Red Light District from your resident guide, and sample some if its charms on a 2-hour walking tour through one of Amsterdam's notorious neighborhoods. Put the rumors to the test as you visit the erotic window parlors and smell the aroma of marijuana drifting along the canals. Dozens of shops with mushrooms and cookies, as well as the infamous Condomerie await you – explore them all with your private guide. Learn about the district’s vibrant history from your guide as you venture around the cobbled streets. In De Wallen you’ll hear about its beginnings and explore the network of alleys lined with over 300 single-room cabins rented by sex workers today. Enjoy a quick pitstop at the Metropolitan bakery in Amsterdam for free samples of the famous Dutch cookie, the stroopwafel and hot chocolate. Head down the dark alleys and follow your guide into secret entryways. You’ll be an expert on the area, the people, and the history in no time. Finish off the tour with a celebratory drink at Cafe Remember in the heart of the Red Light District!

Luxury VIP Tour of Amsterdam Center

9. Luxury VIP Tour of Amsterdam Center

This 2-day comprehensive adventure is actually spread over a 24-hour period and includes an opportunity to experience the most exciting parts of Amsterdam! You’ll begin by meeting with your own private tour guide and head off to see the historic canals and visit 3 of the city’s coffee shops. Enjoy exclusive access to one of Amsterdam's finest English/Dutch bakeries in the upscale Amstel neighborhood. Savor tasty freshly baked goods along with tea and juice. You will travel by limousine between 2 of the locations on the tour. For your evening meal, experience authentic cuisine at your own reserved table with chef-selected tapas and exclusive Italian or Spanish dishes, not available anywhere else in the city. Finally, you’ll finish the night off with a Red Light District tour that includes shots and admission at 1 of 3 exclusive clubs in Amsterdam: choose from Winston Club, Club NYX, or Disco Dollys (optional VIP table and skip-the-line access available).

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Overall rating

4.0 / 5

based on 448 reviews

BOOK THIS ACTIVITY. The vibes were incredible, the boat was comfortable, the staff were chill, knowledgeable, friendly, and very talented people. They made us feel welcome and informed.

We had such an amazing tour. It was lovely doing it at night and seeing Amsterdam under beautiful light. Anthony was an amazing tour guide. Would 100% recommend and would do it again.

The red light district tour was excellent with our tour guide Foxy! He was very informative, thorough and kept the perfect pace. I would highly recommend it. We took the 800pm tour!

Very comfortable ride, fine atmosphere and great guides

Great hosts, chilled atmosphere. Would recommend x