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Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour
Feel the pulse of Amsterdam’s Red Light District (De Wallen) and coffee shops on this private tour with a local guide. Explore the cobbled lanes of the famous area, plus Zeedijk Street and Chinatown, and see red-lit windows, sex shops, and erotic theaters. Your guide separates facts from fiction about the area’s past and the legalization of prostitution in 2000.
– Hear the facts and fiction behind Amsterdam’s tolerant attitudes and laws
– Learn about the Red Light District's colorful past and how prostitution came to be legalized.
– Find out more about Amsterdam's coffee shop culture and upgrade to visit a coffeeshop with your guide.
– Upgrade to visit the famous Erotic Museum and discover a huge collection of erotic objects and learn about the oldest profession in the world.
Amsterdam: Red Light District guided tour
Start this tour in front of the Amsterdam Voyager Hotel. From here you will walk to the famous Amsterdam Red Light District. First part of the tour leads through the old town area and Amsterdam's Chinatown. Here you get a insight of the history of Amsterdam and the area.
Then walk to the center of the Red Light District where the guide will tell you everything about the prostitution, coffeeshop culture and history of the Amsterdam Red Light District. Your guide will tell you how it is working as a prostitute in the Red Light District, the liberal laws and tell you many interesting facts.
Your guide will also tell you about the coffeeshop culture of Amsterdam. Learn where the name “coffeeshop” comes from and some of the weird laws we have on the consumption and production of soft-drugs.
Red Light District tour in Amsterdam with a local
This female-led tour offers a unique and authentic look into the heart of Amsterdam’s most fascinating neighborhood. The guide is a long-time resident of the Red Light District and will give you a deeper understanding of this fascinating and often misunderstood area.
Discover the day-to-day realities of sex workers, the history of this centuries-old profession, and the Netherlands’ famously tolerant approach on prostitution and drug policies. Along the way, enjoy captivating stories and surprising anecdotes about the district’s past, its present, and even its recent controversies.
While guided tours inside the Red Light District are no longer allowed (as of 2020), this tour takes you around its outskirts. You’ll leave with a handy map to explore the final stretch on your own, plus a small gift that’s sure to make you smile!
Red Light Secrets: Museum of Prostitution Amsterdam

Rated 4 Stars, based on 430 Reviews.
Red Light Secrets is the world’s first and only museum of prostitution. It is located at the very center of the famous Red Light District in Amsterdam and offers a unique peek into the ins and outs of the world’s oldest profession. Red Light Secrets is housed in a historical 17th-century canal house and is one of the city’s top attractions. Discover the hidden world behind the industry, learn about the trade from first-hand accounts by the working girls themselves and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look into this fascinating topic.
Amsterdam Red Light District Pub Crawl
Maximize your Amsterdam adventure with a lively Pub Crawl through the infamous Red-Light District. Whether you're a nightlife aficionado or a first-time explorer, dive into the city's most iconic neighborhood in the most exciting way.
Kick off the night with the first 30 minutes of unlimited shots. Break the ice, share tales, and bond with fellow travelers. At each venue, your host welcomes you, ensuring the party continues with an extra shot while entering every stop.
Engage in entertaining games – from drinking challenges to dance-offs and limbo. Connect with people from all over the world, while fostering creating epic adventures and new friendships.
Wrap up your Pub Crawl at a buzzing nightclub, where you can dance into the early hours in true style. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere and let the rhythm carry you until the sun rises.
Galveston Red Light District Tour
Return to a time when the mob ran Galveston and their guests were treated as if they were family. When you crossed the bridge you enter "The Free State of Galveston," where the only rules were mob rules. The stars of the era were world class entertainers brought in to perform in the casinos, including Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin. Everyone was enjoying their own "Vegas Dream" right here in Galveston.
Amsterdam Red Light District Walking Tour
Discover Amsterdam's famous red light district on a critical and informative 1.5-hour tour with a German or English city guide. Learn more about the work of prostitutes and take a critical perspective on sex work in Amsterdam. Discover the sex theaters with their quirky shows and the history of the area. Learn about the rise of coffeeshops in Amsterdam and how the future of the red light district may look like.
Hidden Osaka – Yukaku Red Light Tour & Culinary Adventure

Rated 5 Stars, based on 117 Reviews.
WARNING: NOT A TOUR FOR EVERYONE.
What's unique about this tour:
– Journey through the Tobita RedLight District and learn about why its the last of its kind in all of Japan.
– Delve into the retro charm and bustling energy of Shinsekai, an old theme park turned local hangout spot.
– Savor the authentic flavors of Osaka with our hand-picked selection of dishes paired with the perfect drink to compliment.
Our food offerings are for the bold and adventurous. You'll be eating things you've never tried so dive in with an open heart, and let Osaka's culinary wonders amaze you!
We are a group of passionate Japanese, fluent in multiple languages, offering insights and stories that only a native local can provide.
The groups will be small to be ultra respectful to the districts we will visit.
Non-compliant guest to our guide's instructions might be removed from the group.
※Average spending for Izakaya is ¥2500~3500
※We will not be responsible for allergies / accidental ingestion
Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Food Tour

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 97 Reviews.
Join this 2-hour private tour and experience Amsterdam's notorious Red Light District. Your knowledgeable local guide will provide you with an educational insight on Amsterdam’s Red Light District and coffee shop culture, where you will learn about the intricacies of Dutch law, how prostitution is legal, and marijuana is tolerated.
When exploring the Red Light District, you will visit several food places and have the opportunity to taste 3 local Dutch specialties. Your guide will tell you about the history of this Dutch food and share fun anecdotes and interesting facts as well.
You can ask your guide all the questions you want about Amsterdam, he will know all the best restaurants, food places and information about the city. He will give you an overview of the the best food places of Amsterdam and spots only known by locals.
Galveston Island Red Light District Tour

Rated 1 Stars, based on 17 Reviews.
Return to a time when the mob ran Galveston and their guests were treated as if they were family. When you crossed the bridge you enter "The Free State of Galveston," where the only rules were mob rules. The stars of the era were world class entertainers brought in to perform in the casinos, including Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin. Everyone was enjoying their own "Vegas Dream" right here in Galveston.
Amsterdam's Red Light District: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 8 Reviews.
Amsterdam is famous around the world for its liberalism, but its Red Light District is often thought of as a haven for looseness, lewdness and licentiousness. On this self-guided GPS audio tour, you'll look beyond the drunken tourists and you will find a vibrant, living neighbourhood, in which the roots of Dutch tolerance and pragmatism can be found and in whose contrasts the concept of “gedogen”, the uniquely Dutch method of turning a blind eye, is clearly on display.
Join us on an exploration of this fascinating area and learn about its past, present and future as it struggles, like the rest of the city, to deal with the recent influx of tourists. This tour contains sexual themes, but that's what you were secretly hoping for, right?!
The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline. Please be advised, this tour contains strong language.
Vegas Historic Red Light District Tour & Downtown Favorites

Rated 5 Stars, based on 7 Reviews.
Want a true Las Vegas adventure with history and excitement? Join the Red Light Tour and discover a salacious side of Vegas. Downtown is a trove of historical treasures.
Have you ever seen the hidden mirrors and air curtains in Vegas casinos?
Curious why escorting is thriving although prostitution is illegal?
Wonder what it’s like in a brothel?
This historically accurate, interactive journey is curated by the Las Vegas Madam and takes you back to where it all started.
Historic Red Light District & Downtown Highlights
• Explore downtown with a local guide
• Augmented reality videos let you watch the city unfold 1905-1945
• Lifetime access to the Las Vegas Tours Travel Guide App.
FEATURES
✔︎ Red Light District
✔︎ Origins of Sin City
✔︎ Iconic Fremont Spots
✔︎ Insider scoop on free lounges, cheap eats, speakeasies, and more
✔︎ Small group
Not available when you are? Try our SELF-GUIDED TOUR
Book now and uncover the Vegas that was almost hidden forever.
Great! Galveston Red Light District Tour

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.
Return to a time when the mob ran Galveston and their guests were treated as if they were family. When you crossed the bridge you enter "The Free State of Galveston," where the only rules were mob rules. The stars of the era were world class entertainers brought in to perform in the casinos, including Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin. Everyone was enjoying their own "Vegas Dream" right here in Galveston.
Historic Galveston Red Light District Tour

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 22 Reviews.
Return to a time when the mob ran Galveston and their guests were treated as if they were family. When you crossed the bridge you enter "The Free State of Galveston," where the only rules were mob rules. The stars of the era were world class entertainers brought in to perform in the casinos, including Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin. Everyone was enjoying their own "Vegas Dream" right here in Galveston.
Red Light District Tour – It's History & It's Future

Rated 5 Stars, based on 7 Reviews.
Experience the iconic Red Light District with us. Discover its intriguing history, vibrant nightlife, and unique culture. Our guided tours offer a safe, informative journey through this famous area, revealing its hidden stories and captivating charm. Join us for an unforgettable exploration of Amsterdam's most renowned district.
Secret Tales of the Red Light District Tour

Rated 5 Stars, based on 1 Reviews.
This guided tour explores the fascinating history of Galveston's infamous brothels and the women who worked there. It also reveals the locations where these women lived, worked, and socialized and explains the city's notorious reputation for houses of ill repute.
Self Audio Guided Tour in Red Light District of Amsterdam

Opt for a mobile audioguide TouringBee to uncover Amsterdam's scandalous landmarks discreetly and seamlessly. Rest assured, you'll encounter intriguing sites and gain insight into the legalizations of prostitution and light drugs within this historically strict Protestant country. Your journey will encompass; The Old Church, Amsterdam's most ancient dwelling, The renowned brothel, the Condom Museum, The final squat of Amsterdam, One of the earliest coffee shops, and As well as numerous other themed monuments.
With a captivating audio commentary accompanying 16 points of interest, you're in for an enriching experience. Choose any day or time for your tour, although the true ambiance thrives after sunset in the Red Light District. Your expedition concludes within Amsterdam's Chinatown, offering a plethora of cafes where you can unwind after your exploration.
Amsterdam Red Light District Secrets and History Tour

Journey through centuries of intrigue as we explore Amsterdam´s Redlight district medieval beginnings, its rise during the Golden Age, and its transformation into a symbol of progressive attitudes.
Times Square After Dark: the Red Light Secrets Unveiled

Rated 5 Stars, based on 3 Reviews.
Explore the captivating allure of 1970s and 1990s Times Square on our exclusive tour, "Times Square After Dark." Discover the hidden history and forgotten secrets of the infamous Red Light District, unlike any other tour in NYC.
Led by our expert guide, journey through neon-lit streets once filled with theaters, peep shows, and adult bookstores. Delve into the vibrant but tumultuous atmosphere that thrived after sunset.
With tasteful storytelling, we shed light on provocative tales of prostitution, drug dealing, and organized crime that coexisted amidst the neon glow, vintage signs, and the allure of a bygone era that shaped the city's transformation.
This 18+ journey unveils a time when forbidden desires and secrets lurked in the shadows. Join us on the only tour of its kind, offering a unique exploration into NYC's past.
Book now and embark on an unforgettable adventure through the captivating essence of "Times Square After Dark: Unveiling Forbidden Secrets."
Amsterdam Red Light District group tour

Rated 3.5 Stars, based on 10 Reviews.
Join this 2 hour walking tour and discover the famous the “Red Light District”. The first part of the tour leads through an old sailor neighborhood called the Zeedijk Street and Amsterdam’s famous Chinatown. This part of the Red Light District used to be a no-go area but has totally changed to a safe and friendly part of the city. In this area you will see sights like Amsterdam’s Buddist Temple, pub the Ape and the Waag.
Then walk to the Old Church, the oldest building in Amsterdam, here we are in the center of the Red light District. In this area you will see many things like the narrowest street of Amsterdam, the first coffeeshop, an indoor prostitute street and many smartshops. Walk through the famous prostitute streets with the red lights and learn about the history and current situation of the Red Light District. Learn why prostitution is legalized and how the name “coffeeshop” was created.