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

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Amsterdam Central Station

   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.

   5 minutes•Admission free•See on map

2. 2

   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.

   10 minutes•Admission free

3. 3

   Weeping Tower

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

   5 minutes•Admission free•See on map

4. 4

   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.

   5 minutes•Admission free

5. 5

   Amsterdam Red Light District

   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.

   10 minutes•Admission free•See on map

6. 6

   New Market Square

   Visit "De Waag" the location where Rembrandt created one of his great masterpieces: “The Anatomy Lesson of Dr Tulip”.

   5 minutes•Admission free•See on map

7. 7

   Learn about the Dutch attitude to sex work & how they

   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.

   15 minutes•Admission free

Meeting point

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

The map shows Amsterdam. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• 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
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Cancellation and refunds

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

• Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book