Amsterdam: Red Light District Walking Tour｜Netherlands

Join this walking tour to discover the Red Light District and Old Town of Amsterdam through the eyes of a local. Meet your guide and follow them to important sights, including Zeedijk Street, Chinatown, Nieuwmarkt Square, Casa Rosso, and more.

Walk through an old sailor neighborhood of Zeedijk Street and Amsterdam’s famous Chinatown, once an unsafe area that has transformed into a friendly environment. See sights like the In 't Aepjen bar, crooked houses, and many Chinese stores.

From Chinatown, continue to Nieuwmarkt Square to see the Waag, which was originally a city gate and part of Amsterdam’s walls and is now a restaurant. Stop at one of the many market stalls for a quick snack, if you want.

Next, walk to the center of the Red Light District to witness prostitution windows, Casa Rosso, peep shows, and Bananenbar. Learn about the significance and history of these places from your guide.

Find out why prostitution was legalized and how the name “coffeeshop” was coined. Walk through the famous streets, learning about its culture and the current situation of the Red Light District.