Amsterdam: Red Light District and Cafe Tour Small-Group Tour in English, German or Spanish

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ID: GYG198622-O-630596
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Country: Netherlands

Duration: 02:00 hours


Description

Discover the infamous Red Light District of Amsterdam with a knowledgeable guide. Explore the district's narrow streets and learn about the coffeeshop culture and sex work industry of Amsterdam.
Begin this tour in central Amsterdam. Get a comprehensive overview of the history of the city in either a shared, public, or small group. Start with a walk to the famous Amsterdam Red Light District, as well as the old town district and Amsterdam's Chinatown. 

Continue to the center of the Red Light District where your guide will tell you everything about the sex work industry, coffeeshop culture, and the history of the Amsterdam Red Light District.
In this area you will see many curiosities, like the narrowest street of Amsterdam, famous coffeeshops, an indoor prostitution street, and many "smartshops." Your guide will tell you what it's like to work as a prostitute in the Red Light District, liberal laws, and many interesting facts about sex work in Amsterdam.

Your guide will also tell you about the coffeeshop culture of Amsterdam. Learn where the name “coffeeshop” comes from, as well as some of the weird laws there are on the consumption and production of soft drugs.
Then, walk to the Dam Square where the tour will end. On your way to this area you'll see some of the last sights of the tour, like the Condomerie, the Royal Palace, and the Dam Square. Finish the tour with a rest at a traditional local cafe.

Highlights

  • Take a 2-hour walking tour with an expert guide
  • Walk through the narrowest street of Amsterdam
  • Discover the area’s secret spots and charms with a local guide
  • Learn about Amsterdam's coffeeshop culture and its prostitution industry

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Meet the guide in front of the main entrance of the Park Plaza Victoria Hotel, located at the Damrak 1-5, 1012LG, Amsterdam.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.