The Red Light District Now & during the Golden Age (Private Tour)

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About this activity

This tour teaches you about the for the past, present and future of the oldest neighborhood in Amsterdam: the Red Light District. Your guide is a local resident who has both lived in the District & has a Masters degree in Dutch history. Do you want to know why Amsterdam has become the capital of tolerance? Do you have specific questions about Sex Work in the district? Or do you want to know about the quirky and unique aspects of Dutch history or culture? There will be plenty of time for discussion. We promise you will come as a stranger and leave with a new friend in Amsterdam!

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Operated by: Aarre Safari City Tours

Ages: Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional Local Guide with a Masters Degree in History

Not included

Not included: Tips for your guide.

Itinerary

Centraal Station

5 min

Learn about the transformation of the Amsterdam port, from early Settlers in a provincial swamp through to the iconic Golden Age and the trading empire that spanned the globe.
Int Aepjen

10 min

Learn about the lives of the sailors who traveled the world, the harrowing conditions aboard a VOC ship and the unique spoils of trade that began arriving in Amsterdam in the 17th century.
Weeping Tower

5 min

From this lookout we will discuss the Dutch ability to manipulate water as well as learn about the unique connection between Amsterdam & New York.
Spinhuissteeg

5 min

Learn about the development of the prostitution; one of the oldest professions practiced in Amsterdam. Hear about Dutch prisons during the Golden Age and their famous attempts to reform prostitutes & sinners.
Zeedijk

10 min

Walking down the famous ‘Zeedijk’ you will learn about origins of the Chinese community, the terrible crime wave of the 70s & 80s and modern experiments with tolerating drugs and prostitution.
Nieuwmarkt

5 min

Visit "De Waag" the location where Rembrandt created one of his great masterpieces: “The Anatomy Lesson of Dr Tulip”.
Red Light District (De Wallen)

15 min

Learn about the Dutch attitude to sex work & how they have attempted to create a safe alternative to the sex trade. Additionally, discuss the current problems in the RLD as well as the future of this unique residential neighborhood.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

I will be standing in front of the hotel entrance wearing a reddish-English style cap.

End point

I will be standing in front of the hotel entrance wearing a reddish-English style cap.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Visit a local Brown Bar

Stop at Local Tasting Room: Stop at one of Amsterdams famous Brown Bar in which we will teleport to the pub culture of the 17th Century.

Duration: 2 hours

Dutch Beer Or Liquor: Try Dutch Craft Beer or Dutch variations on Gin, Scotch or even Limoncello or a non alcoholic alternative such as coffee/tea.
The Red Light District today & in the Dutch Golden Age