Amsterdam: Red Light District and Coffeeshop tour Red Light District and Coffeeshop tour

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ID: GYG499956-882194
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Country: Netherlands

Duration: 02:00 hours


Description

Join this 2-hour walking tour through the Red Light District of Amsterdam and experience this famous district and all its charms. Learn all about the culture and history of the neighborhood.
Join this 2-hour walking tour and discover the famous Red Light District of Amsterdam and learn about the history and culture of the district while viewing its bars, nightclubs and of course the famous red windows.

Discover how and why Amsterdam developed its reputation it's progressive attitudes towards prostitution, marijuana, drugs and see everything the area has to offer. The Red Light District is also one of the oldest parts of the city of Amsterdam. See many historical sights like the oldest building in Amsterdam, the canals, and beautiful wooden houses. Visit Amsterdam’s famous Chinatown where you will see some of the oldest pubs of the city. Your guide will tell you about the impressive history of Amsterdam's Chinatown that is located in the Zeedijk street.

You will also learn about Amsterdam's coffeeshop culture, the laws and regulations and the production process. See places like the Bulldogg coffeeshop, the narrowest street of Amsterdam, the Condomerie, sexshops and smartshops.

As you walk through the famous prostitute streets with the red lights you will learn about the prostitutes who work there, the history of the the area and the current situation of the District. Discover what Amsterdam’s most controversial neighborhood is all about.

Highlights

  • Experience the famous prostitute streets first-hand and learn about its culture
  • Admire the city’s historic buildings and monuments
  • Learn about the laws and policies regarding drugs and the red windows

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Meet your guide in front of the Voyagers Hotel and Coffeeshop, located at Geldersekade 2, 1012 BH Amsterdam, Netherlands
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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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.