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15 Best Amsterdam Red Light District Tours

The Red Light District tours that inform rather than gawk: the district’s actual history and economics, including walks guided by former sex workers.

1.Amsterdam: Red Light District Tour

Discover Amsterdam’s Red Light District with an engaging 1.5-hour tour. Learn about its history, sex work, coffeeshops, and more with expert guides.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Tour was excellent. Our tour guide Rasheed (I may have not spelled that correctly) was personable, knowledgeable and insightful. He was engaging and provided us context around both the history of the red light district and the current state. Highly recommend to learn more about…”

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3.Amsterdam Red Light District & Coffee Shop Tour

Explore Amsterdam's Red Light District and iconic coffee shops on a 2-hour guided tour with local insights, covering history, culture, and narrow streets.

★ 4.6

“Ben was great! He was enthusiastic and knew the history of the area. His stories provided a good and often humorous perspective to Amsterdam and the red light district. I would highly recommend Ben.”

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4.Amsterdam: Red Light District Pub Crawl with Unlimited Shots

Experience Amsterdam’s vibrant Red Light District with a lively pub crawl, unlimited shots, and energetic guides. Perfect for night owls and social travelers.

★ 4.1

“the two girlies (the blonde and the brunette) that were our guides were soooooo nice, funny and welcoming!! i came alone and they took good care of me, always checking if everything was fine!! very safe, bars and clubs were great i had sooo much…”

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5.Amsterdam Red Light District Pub Crawl

Experience Amsterdam’s lively nightlife on a 5-hour pub crawl exploring top bars and clubs, with free drinks, lively guides, and a friendly atmosphere.

★ 4.5

“We had such a great experience on this bar crawl! It was super interactive, and you were actually able to get to know people within your group because the hosts would initiate conversations or games amongst the group. This is great for a solo traveller…”

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6.Amsterdam: Brothel Tour with Former Sex Worker

Explore Amsterdam’s infamous Bonton brothel with a former sex worker. A 50-minute guided tour offering inside stories, luxury interiors, and a chance to try the poles.

★ 4.8

“Angel was a great tour guide/host! She offered a unique and personal perspective that educated us on the history of the sex industry. She was funny and personable and open to questions. Would recommend this tour!”

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7.Amsterdam: Red Light District Tour in English or German

Explore Amsterdam’s Red Light District on a 2-hour guided walk. Learn its history, see iconic windows, and discover hidden gems with expert guides.

★ 4.6

“Our tour guide was absolutely wonderful — knowledgeable, funny, and made every stop feel magical. It felt like exploring with a friend (Adam) who knows all the best secrets! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.”

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8.Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour (TOP RATED)

Discover Amsterdam's Red Light District and coffee shop culture on this 2-hour guided walking tour, led by knowledgeable locals for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Great history and got to see a lot of what makes the red light district so interesting! Ben was a great guide and had a good sense of humor”

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9.Amsterdam: Red Light District guided tour

Discover Amsterdam's Red Light District with a guided tour exploring its history, culture, and hidden stories for an authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“This was such an informative tour. I felt like I learned a bunch about the history of Amsterdam and the red light district on this tour. We learned about the origins and all the other events that coalesced into making the red light district happen.…”

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10.Red Light Secrets: Museum of Prostitution Amsterdam

Explore Amsterdam’s Red Light Secrets Museum, a concise, engaging glimpse into the world of prostitution with audio stories, history, and authentic insights.

★ 4.0

“This was a very interesting tour. I learned a lot about the history of prostitution in the Netherlands. The tour is by audio from a real sex worker who has worked there for 15 years.”

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12.Amsterdam: Ludwig’s Red Light Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry

Explore Amsterdam's vibrant Red Light District with Ludwig’s pub crawl, visiting 5 top bars, enjoying free shots, and VIP club access for a memorable night out.

★ 4.4

“Tour was great with our tour guide Aria. We had a smaller group so it was more of a chance to talk and ask too many questions haha. Great experience and highly recommend if you want to explore and meet new friends. I’d recommend pre…”

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13.Amsterdam: Red Light District Exclusive Night Tour

Explore Amsterdam’s Red Light District after dark with a guided 2-hour walk, learning about its history, culture, and unique sights at night.

★ 4.6

“Our guide, David, was super fun, very knowledgeable, and absolutely adorable to look at. Fellow tourists in the group were great, too. Made for a perfect first evening in Amsterdam!!”

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15.Amsterdam Red Light District Walking Tour in EN/DE/IT

Discover Amsterdam’s Red Light District with an engaging guided walk, exploring historic sites, sex work history, and hidden gems for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“We enjoyed three toured with David! He answer led all of our crazy questions and made a subject that could be embarrassing funny and informative. Definitely recommend!”

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More Amsterdam Red Light District Tours

5.0Red Light District Tour by Locals, Small Group (approx 4)1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)$96.79 5.0Red Light District tour in Amsterdam1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$31.44 4.5Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Food Tour2 hours (approx.)$123.36 4.5REDKULT: Red Light District & Historical City Center2.5 hours$34 5.0Treasures of Amsterdam: Coffeeshops & Red Light District Private Tour2 hours (approx.)$95.54 4.5Private Amsterdam Red Light District tour including sex museum2 hours (approx.)$102.09 4.9Amsterdam: Red Light Tour Exclusive + Peep Show1.5 hours$61 4.8Amsterdam: Private Red Light District and Food Tour2 hours$112 4.6Amsterdam: Red Light District & City Tour German or English2 hours$271 5.0Amsterdam Red Light District Treasure: Self-Guided Tour & Quest$11.45 4.5Amsterdam Red Light District group tour2 hours (approx.)$31.32 4.9Amsterdam: Red light district tour in German2 hours$31 4.5Amsterdam: Guided Red Light District and City Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$35.44 4.3Amsterdam: Red Light District 1-hour Smartphone Audio Tour365 days$7 5.0Amsterdam: Red light tour with bar visit + free drink and stop at a coffee shop2.5 hours$38 4.9Amsterdam: Red Light District Walking Tour2 hours$33 5.0Red Light District Tour – It’s History & It’s Future$57.26 4.5Amsterdam’s Red Light District: A Self-Guided Audio Tour$9.99 5.0Private Hostess Bar Tour in Amsterdam Red Light District (3h)$28.66 4.0Red Light District Primetime Private Tour for 18+ Only$114.49 4.7Amsterdam: Red Light District and Coffeeshop Culture Tour2 hours$29 5.0Amsterdam After Dark: Public Red Light District Exploration$22.93 2.2City Centre and Red Light Pub Crawl: 2 Night Pass2 days$59 4.5Amsterdam Red Light District and City Center Walking Tour$56.09