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Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour with Expert Guide

5.0 (2 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour with Expert Guide

About this activity

Explore the sinful Amsterdam with a local private guide! This tour is a perfect way to explore the Red Lights District and learn more about coffeeshop culture. Local guide will share stories about country’s vibrant past and explain why Dutch people are so tolerant. You have probably heard a lot about it, so it’s time to separate truth from fiction.

This is a customized experience, and you will feel like having an old friend show you around the city. You will be dazzled by neon light wonders of Red Lights District, so be sure to pack your sense of adventure!

  • Visit the most vibrant Amsterdam district and experience its eclectic atmosphere at night
  • Learn more about Dutch coffeeshop culture
  • Visit the greatest erotic exhibition with objects of all ages
  • See Amsterdam through the eyes of locals
  • Personal guide will help you to understand local history and cultural heritage of the city
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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Dutch
Operated by
Friendly Local Guides

Ages: Children (0–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Multiple start times available
  • Included: Iconic places for photoshoot
  • Included: Customizable itinerary
  • Included: All Fees and Taxes
  • Included: Private local guide
  • Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
  • Included: Private walking tour with Red Light District and visit to a coffeeshop

Not included

  • Not included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Red Light District

    one hour

    This is 2.5-hour private tour, which will help you to learn more about Dutch prostitution and marijuana legalization. Tour can easily be personalized, feel free to discuss it with your guide at the beginning of the tour. First you will walk along cobbled lanes of the Red Light District and get educational insights. Enjoy a discussion with a guide on a local daily life. You will listen about tolerant attitudes and prostitution-related laws. Guide will give you a lot of information but also make you feel at ease. You will also learn basic rules of visiting this area, as there is a code of conduct to be observed.

    Amsterdam has a reputation when it comes down to coffeeshops. You will know more about coffeeshop culture and visit a local coffeeshop. Your private guide will tell you about basic rules and etiquette and make sure you will get local authentic experience. Embark on such a unique adventure!

  2. Red Light District (De Wallen)

    20 min

    You will stroll along narrows streets, gaze at red-lit windows, pass by erotic theaters and be surprised by the number of sex-shops. If you feel adventurous, you can try video-booths or interactive shows. Your guide will tell you about country’s history, so that you understand its liberal attitude and open-mindedness. You will learn general history of the area, as well as many other social and urban development aspects.

    The Red Lights District is a completely safe and incredibly exciting area, where dim lights of modern neon red lamps coexist with fantastic bluish landscapes of the 14th century. District is a historical center of Amsterdam

  3. Oude Kerk

    10 min Admission not included

    Probably most famous landmark is the Oude Kerk (Old Church), but you also can explore Rembrandt House, Amsterdam dungeon and The Madame Tussauds wax figurines. The architecture is particularly beautiful and typically Dutch, with its long winding narrow cobbled streets and utterly charming 14th century architecture. You will also find eclectics shops and numerous spots for perfect dinner.

    There are over 200 coffeeshops in Amsterdam that sell more than just a cup of coffee. Your guide will tell you about not so subtle differences, so that your experience wouldn’t be confusing. Coffeeshops in Amsterdam are one of the highlights of the city. They are on every corner, and it’s recommended to know official and unofficial guidelines.

  4. Sexmuseum Amsterdam Venustempel

    10 min Admission not included

    Bright but optional ending of this tour is Sexmuseum. There are mainly erotic artifacts from across the decades. Nice place to laugh and feel light-hearted, as there are some funny and creepy things. It is a very amusing way to pass an hour, so it is definitely worth a quick visit.(entrance fee not included)

    It will be sad to say goodbye to your guide, as this is not like an ordinary city tour. It is an opportunity to experience a very real place with someone who is more like a local friend than a guide. Enjoy authentic experience!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Your guide will meet you in front of the entrance of the "Barbizon Palace Hotel NH collection" (Prins Hendrikkade 59, 1012 AD Amsterdam)

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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