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Overview
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!
Meeting and Pickup
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.
End Point
If you wish to end the tour back at Dam square, feel free to walk back with your tour guide after the tour.
Language Offered
German-GUIDE
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Explore the origin story of Amsterdam right where it all began: on Dam square.
2. Discover more about the royal history of the Netherlands and the role of monarchy today.
3. 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.
4. Discover the LGBTQ+ part of Amsterdams red light district as you're strolling past some of the most infamous gay bars
5. 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".
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Dive deeper into Amsterdams multi-cultural nature while strolling through the oldest Chinatown of Europe.
9. 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.
10. 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.
Inclusion
1.50€ tourist tax
Exclusion
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
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
Reviews
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