S
Interesting tour!
Very interesting tour and Daniel was an excellent guide, knowledgeable and very kind! Highly recommend!!
Operator response
We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the tour 😊 Thanks so much for your kind words!
Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour)
+8 photos
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $251 / person
- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 12 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Amsterdamliebe
- Meeting point
- We will meet on the steps of the national monument right on Dam square. It is a white obelisk and your tour guide will wait for you in front. You can recognise him or her through the red name tag around their neck.
Description
Explore Amsterdam's history, culture, and the red light district on this 2-hour guided tour. Visit historical sights such as Dam Square, the royal palace, the oldest church in Amsterdam, and the historic stock exchange building. Discover how Amsterdam turned from a fisher's village into one of the most significant trade nations worldwide. Experience the vibrant flair of Amsterdam's famous red light district with your passionate English or German tour guide. Learn about sex work, prices, and the window system, and take a critical perspective on sex work. Additionally, explore Amsterdam Chinatown and dive deeper into the history and politics of coffee shops. Visit the oldest coffee shops in the red-light district and hear about the impact of mass tourism on recent policies. Interested in combining history, culture, and the red light district all at once? Then this is the tour for you!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Group price
- $251 per group of up to 4
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:25 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
National Monument
Explore the origin story of Amsterdam right where it all began: on Dam square.
Royal Palace Amsterdam
Discover more about the royal history of the Netherlands and the role of monarchy today.
Oude Kerk
Learn more about the establishment of Amsterdams famous red light district and find out how this is connected to the oldest church in the city.
Discover the LGBTQ+ part of Amsterdams red light district as you're strolling past some of the most infamous gay bars
Beurs van Berlage
Dive deeper into Amsterdams rich trade history and find out how it became one of the richest cities in the world during the "Golden Age".
Damrak
Explore the old harbour area of Amsterdam and let your guide answer all burning questions you may have regarding sex work in Amsterdam. Is sexwork in the red light district legal? How much do different services cost? How is the window system regulated and how much do they cost? Find the answers to those and more questions at this stop.
Take a picture at one of Amsterdams most picturesque spots and take a critical perspective towards the red light district. Find out about the dark sides of sex work and learn about the special situation in Amsterdam.
Chinatown
Dive deeper into Amsterdams multi-cultural nature while strolling through the oldest Chinatown of Europe.
Jolly Joker
Learn more about the history and politics of coffee shops in Amsterdam. Explore how the coffee shop culture evolved over the years and take a critical perspective in relation to mass tourism in Amsterdam.
Nieuwmarkt
Take a look at one of Amsterdam's most historical and important buildings: de "Waag". Get some insider information and personal tips from your guide to make the most of your experience in the red-light district. Visit a '70s peep show and enjoy the district at your own pace after the tour.
What's included
Included
1.50€ tourist tax
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
12 reviews
How it compares in Amsterdam
- Rated higher than 86% of 633 reviewed tours in Amsterdam
Excurgo comparison of 2,099 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour) take?
Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour) lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour) cost?
Prices start at $251 per person for this Amsterdam experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour) run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Can I cancel Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour) for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet on the steps of the national monument right on Dam square. It is a white obelisk and your tour guide will wait for you in front. You can recognise him or her through the red name tag around their neck. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour) offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour) worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Amsterdamliebe.
Reviews(12)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
J
Great
Very nice experience nice moment
Operator response
So lovely to hear! We’re really glad you had a great time and enjoyed the tour 🤗
M
Super tours with great guides!!
Private bike tour in the city center with Marina. The tour was great, very informative and varied. Our guide Marina navigated us effortlessly through the city bustle. and addressed all questions and concerns. It was a great morning. Private red-light district tour with Lea. I can only give Lea a perfect score as well. She guided us through the red-light district and provided us with a wealth of information that you probably won't find in travel guides. Great evening tour. I can only highly recommend AMSTERDAMLIEBE!!!!!!
Operator response
Wir sind super happy zu hören, dass euch die Touren so gut gefallen haben 😊 Ganz lieben Dank für dein schönes Feedback! ❤️ Wir würden uns freuen, euch bald wieder in Amsterdam begrüßen zu dürfen!
K
Highly recommended ❤️
Highly recommended. Leonie was a very sympathetic and competent guide who told us a lot about Amsterdam! Thanks for that ❤️
Operator response
Das freut uns sehr zu hören! Danke dir 😍
I
Highly recommended!
Absolutely recommend! We booked several private tours and we had a great time. Both guides were great, it was so much fun and learned a lot about the city, the Red Light District and places we would not have seen otherwise. So make sure to book for your next trip to Amsterdam:-)
Operator response
Oh wie schön zu hören, ihr Lieben! Das freut uns wirklich sehr. Bis zum nächsten Mal in Amsterdam 🥰
F
Top
Very interesting and entertaining tour. Big praise to Nina, our guide. Can undoubtedly be recommended.
Operator response
Wie schön, dass euch eure Tour mit unserer lieben Nina so gut gefallen hat! Habt auch noch eine tolle weitere Zeit hier in unserem schönen Städtchen 🥰
C
She was great. Very...
She was great. Very informative. This is a trip all should take. We went at 5. If you want to see more I would suggest later.
A
You can't get better
It was my children’s birthday present 🙃 to me and I have to say it couldn’t get any better 👍big thank you to Nina , who explained the “red light” hustle and bustle in Amsterdam to me and my husband in a private tour and created a nice atmosphere with her nice way. Too bad I didn't do my other tour with AMSTERDAMLIEBE. Great contact 👍anytime again 👍we will book Thanks for that All the best for Nina 🫶
Operator response
Danke für eure netten Worte, das bedeutet Nina und uns wirklich viel 🥰 Wie schön, dass ihr so eine tolle Tour hattet. Bis zum nächsten Mal in Amsterdam, wir freuen uns auf euch ❤️
M
I would definitely stay again!!:)
First Contact and Booking Referral via the Amsterdamliebe Contact Form went smoothly and was very nice. We had a Private Red Light Tour with Cubra and were very satisfied! It was a very informative and nice tour!! I would definitely stay again!:)
C
Amsterdam on a Day with Dog
PRIVATE TOUR DOWNTOWN; CANALS; JOORDAN AND RED LIGHT DISTRICTS Very good guide with lots of information, unfortunately not exactly cheap. The booking of food was golden, always a bite, and no time wasted waiting in restaurants. The guide Justin spoke German very well (as a German). Those who do not have much time and can afford it are well advised with a private tour. Tip: At STROMMA we were even able to do a canal cruise with MIT HUND if guests should ask for it again. However, this depends on the captain. Everyone else turned us down.
Compare similar tours in Amsterdam
- Lowest price: Amsterdam: Red Light District Bar Crawl — $21
- Best rated: Amsterdam Red Light District Walking Tour in EN/DE/IT/ES/FR — 4.8 (558 reviews)
- Shortest: Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Two drinks - Red Light District — 1 hour
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour (Private tour) | 2 hours | 5.0 (12) | $251 | |
 Amsterdam Red Light District Walking Tour in EN/DE/IT/ES/FR | 1h 30min | 4.8 (558) | $29 | View |
 Amsterdam: Red Light District Bar Crawl | 5 hours | 4.5 (1,543) | $21 | View |
 Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Two drinks - Red Light District | 1 hour | 4.9 (151) | $31 | View |
 Red Light District Tour by Locals, Small Group (approx 4) | 1h 30min–2h | 4.9 (166) | $91 | View |
 Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Live Guide - Red Light District | 1 hour | 4.8 (24) | $23 | View |
 The Red Light District Now & during the Golden Age (Private Tour) | 2 hours | 5.0 (8) | $69 | View |
from$251
5.0(12) Free cancellation