Red Lights, Religion & Trade - Private Tour
About this activity
Explore Amsterdam’s Red Light District, Oude Kerk and Chinatown on a 2-hour private guided walking tour with a guide dedicated to your party.
Highlights
- Explore Amsterdam’s Red Light District and its history
- See the Oude Kerk from outside and hear about its history
- Walk through Chinatown and the Zeedijk
- Discover Dam Square and Amsterdam’s trading past
- Stroll along Amsterdam’s historic canals
Full description
Discover the history behind Amsterdam’s Red Light District on a 2-hour private walking tour with an expert local guide dedicated to your party. From Dam Square and the Oude Kerk to Chinatown, the Zeedijk and the Dutch East India Company’s former headquarters, trace how trade, religion, migration and maritime life shaped the city. Hear how prostitution, cannabis policy, crime and urban renewal changed this neighborhood over time. This outdoor tour explores public streets and landmark exteriors; admission to buildings and attractions is not included.
Included / Excluded
- Private guided walking tour for your party
- Professional local guide
- Duration: 2 hours
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend Uber or taxi)
- Luggage or coat storage
Itinerary
Dam Square
Begin in Amsterdam’s historic heart beside the Royal Palace and National Monument.
Oude Kerk (Old Church)
See Amsterdam’s oldest church from outside and hear how religion, sailors and the Red Light District developed side by side.
Meeting point
Start Location
Dam Square, Amsterdam
Dam Square, Dam, 1012 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Meeting point for the Red Lights, Religion & Trade walking tour.
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Know before you book
- This is an outdoor walking tour. Admission to buildings, museums and monuments is not included.
- This private walking tour lasts 2 hours and is exclusive to your party.
- The tour discusses prostitution, cannabis policy and other adult themes.
- This private walking tour is wheelchair accessible.
Know before you go
- Meet your guide at Dam Square in Amsterdam 10 minutes before departure.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather; the tour runs outdoors, rain or shine.
- Bring a valid photo ID or a clear photo of it.
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
Reviews
Absolutely amazing. Best guide EVER! From start to finish so much to see and learn. Our guide was a wealth of knowledge
Sergio es un excelente guía, conoce muy bien tema y es muy amable
Excellent guide. Knowledgeable about art history and chose prominent and interesting works to highlight in the tour.