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Amsterdam Red Light District guide

A complete 2026 guide to Amsterdam’s Red Light District (De Wallen): learn the key rules, understand what to expect, check safety tips, and use our free map to plan an easy walking route. Choose a guided option or explore at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour.

Safety & key rules (TL;DR)

  • No photos of the windows or workers — it can get you into trouble fast.
  • Stay respectful and keep noise low, especially late evening.
  • Watch your belongings like in any busy tourist area.
  • Follow local rules on alcohol, drugs, and public nuisance to avoid fines.
  • Guided groups may be restricted in certain streets/areas — check tour details.
  • Use the map to plan a route and avoid backtracking at night.

Want the full context (history, do’s & don’ts, best time to visit, and practical tips)? Read the complete guide.

Top ticket pick

Moulin Rouge Amsterdam Popular show in the Red Light District — reserve ahead for busy nights.

Moulin Rouge Amsterdam Tickets

the frontview of Moulin Rouge in Amsterdam Red Light District at night with red-lit neon and people in front of the building

Moulin Rouge Amsterdam Tickets

Book Moulin Rouge Amsterdam tickets online and check the key details before you go. This page covers prices, show times, refund rules, seating, location, and what to expect before booking.

Before you book

✦ Tickets from €40
✦ Duration: about 1 hour
✦ Age: 18+
✦ Opening hours: Mon–Thu 20:00–02:00
✦ Opening hours: Fri–Sun 14:00–02:00
✦ Arrival: at least 5 minutes before showtime
✦ Seating: not guaranteed during busy periods
✦ Refunds: request at least 1 day before the event
✦ Payment handled via Weeztix
✦ Directe bevestiging / mobiel ticket
✦ Location: Oudezijds Achterburgwal 5-7, 1012 DA Amsterdam

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Front view of Moulin Rouge Amsterdam in the Red Light District with people on the street outside.

Why book Moulin Rouge Amsterdam?

Moulin Rouge Amsterdam is a compact adult theatre in the heart of De Wallen. It works well for visitors who want a short nightlife experience in a central location without planning a full evening around one venue.

The show combines live acts, music, and a lively adult-theatre atmosphere in Amsterdam’s Red Light District. Because the venue is central and the show lasts about an hour, it fits easily into an evening plan with dinner, drinks, or a walk through De Wallen.

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Amsterdam Red Light District Tour

Two female tourists doing an Amsterdam Red Light District tour with red light windows on left and right of the street.

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Red Light District Tour Highlights:

✦ Verhalen van 22 experts
✦ Condomerie
✦ Red Light Windows ✦ Coffee Shops
✦ Blue Light District
✦ Canals ✦ Narrow alleys ✦ Chinatown ✦ FEBO
✦ Nieuwmarkt & De Waag ✦ The Old Church

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✦ Taal: English.
✦ Duur: +- 2 uur
✦ Vereist: Smartphone en koptelefoon.
✦ Inbegrepen: GPS-kaart, Foto's & Verhalen.
✦ Niet vereist: Internetverbinding.
✦ Prijs: 5,99

Step into the captivating world of Amsterdam’s Red Light District tour. Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey through its secrets and allure.

Learn everything about Amsterdam Red Light District from 22 real experts, with the convenience of your smartphone. Get educated by real historians, police officers, tour guides and many other experts.

Listen to it at home like a podcast. Or, in Amsterdam Red Light District of course!

Amsterdam red light district windows

Onze Amsterdam Audio Tours app biedt een Red Light District audiotour met fascinerende verhalen van 22 experts een virtuele gids en tientallen (oude) foto's.

Begin, pauzeer of eindig wanneer je maar wilt, waar je maar wilt. Stop eventueel voor een kopje koffie of een biertje.

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Amsterdam 5D Porn Cinema

New Amsterdam 5D Porn Cinema

Amsterdam 5D Porn Cinema Highlights:

✦ Holland’s first 5D cinema.
✦ 3D movie about the Red Light District.
✦ Sensory effects: wind, bubbles & movement.
✦ Unforgettable Amsterdam experience.
✦ Film made by famous actress Kim Holland.

5d cinema

✦ Duur: < 10 minutes.
✦ Group size: max. 18 persons at a time.
✦ Prijs: 14,75 per person.
Meeting point: Oudekerksplein 18.

Buy e-tickets here! Then you don’t have to wait in line for other people. A ticket for the Amsterdam 5D Cinema is also great to give as a funny gift.

Amsterdam Bon Ton Tour

Amsterdam Brothel Tour

Highlights:

✦ Visit an Amsterdam brothel without customers
✦ Former Sex worker as guide ✦ Hear bizarre stories
✦ Climb up the strip poles ✦ See luxurious rooms
✦ Behind the scenes ✦ Learn about sex work

amsterdam prostitute tour

✦ Group size: Max 20 persons.
✦ Duur:
1 hour.
✦ Notice: No brothel customers, strippers and sekswerkers present during tour.
✦ Prijs: 20 euro
✦ Taal: English
Meeting point: Stadhouderskade 64-1
✦ Not accessible for people who have difficulties walking.

During this interesting and fun activity in Amsterdam you will learn everything about legal sex work in the Nederland.

Discover what a real brothel looks like from the inside. Exciting stories. Facts about prostitutie.

Amsterdam Brothel Tour

Male Strip Club In Amsterdam

Male strip show In Amsterdam

Male Strip Club In Amsterdam

✦ Four sexy male strippers ✦ Incl. club afterparty-tickets ✦ Best male strip show in town ✦ Perfect for bachelorette/hen & birthday parties ✦ Option to go on stage ✦ Take pictures ✦ Lapdance

mannelijke stripper in Amsterdam tijdens een seksshow bij Coqtales en optredend voor een vrouw tijdens een vrijgezellenfeest.

* Available: Saturday’s.
* Start Show: 9 pm  & 10:30 PM
* Language: English.
* Where is the meeting point?

Craving an unforgettable night out? This place is the ultimate male strip club in Amsterdam that delivers just that. Forget the routine outings and experience the exceptional. This is where exhilaration meets elegance, promising a night that’s anything but ordinary. Read on and uncover the secret to a sensational evening.

Overview of the Club Experience

Coqtales is not just a venue; it’s an experience that promises to redefine your idea of a night out in Amsterdam. As the city’s premier male strip club, it offers an immersive entertainment experience that combines allure, excitement, and top-tier performances. The club prides itself on providing a welcoming and thrilling atmosphere where every guest is treated to a visual spectacle. Distinguished from other nightlife spots in Amsterdam, male strip club showcases a lineup of charismatic and talented guy strippers who deliver electrifying performances, ensuring a memorable night for all. The club’s reputation is built on a foundation of high-quality shows, featuring a variety of acts that cater to a wide array of tastes and preferences.

Event Details and Ticket Information

When planning your visit to Coqtales, you’ll find a selection of ticket options to suit your party size and preferences. From the moment you begin the booking process, the focus is on providing you with a seamless experience. Our male strip club tickets for this venue are competitively priced. Details about the showtimes, duration, and any age restrictions are clearly outlined, making it easy to plan your evening.

Red Light District Hidden Church Museum

Ons' Lieve Heer Op Solder

Museum Ons’ Lieve Heer Op Solder Highlights:

✦ Ontwikkel je kennis over de Europese religieuze strijd in de 17e eeuw.
✦ Leer meer over Nederlandse tolerantie.
✦ Bekijk een 17e-eeuws grachtenpand van binnen.
✦ Beklim de smalle treden en bekijk eeuwenoud ingerichte kamers.
✦ Bekijk de prachtige verborgen kerk.
✦ Geweldige audiotour inbegrepen in de ticketprijs.

museo our lord in the attic

Tired of the usual tourist spots in Amsterdam’s Red Light District? Say goodbye to the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary with Ons Lieve Heer op Solder! Don’t settle for mundane sightseeing when you can immerse yourself in the hidden gem of a 17th-century church, tucked away from the bustling streets. Sick of the clichés? Elevate your experience, delve into history, and bask in the serenity of a remarkable hidden church. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to escape the mundane – secure your tickets now and make your Amsterdam adventure truly exceptional with Ons Lieve Heer op Solder. Get ready to explore, escape, and elevate your journey!

* Hours: Monday till Saturday: 10:00 am till 6:00 pm. Sundays:
from 1:00 pm till 6:00 pm.
Price: 12.50 euro per person.

Following the Rijksmuseum, the recently renovated Museum “Our Lord in the Attic” holds the distinction of being the city’s second oldest museum. This unique site offers visitors an immersive glimpse into the past, allowing them to step back in time to when the house itself doubled as a church. Concealed behind the charming canal house façade lies a remarkable treasure: a preserved 17th-century home, complete with an entire church. This remarkable “attic” church came into existence during the post-Reformation era, a period when Catholic worship was prohibited from being conducted openly.

Red Light Secrets Museum Amsterdam

Red Light Secrets Museum Amsterdam

Red Light Secrets Highlights:

– Get educated about Amsterdam Red Light District
– Sit behind a former red light window yourself.
– See the different types of working rooms.
– Interactive exhibition.
– Read the secret confessions left behind by visitors.
– Audio tour included in ticket price.
– Learn about the real lives of  sekswerkers.
– Hear stories of sex workers.

Red Light Secrets is world’s only museum dedicated to legal sex work. Learn more about legal prostitution in Amsterdam and sit in a red-lit window yourself.

* Open: 7 days a week.
* Minimum age: 16 years old.
* Opening hours: 11 am till 1 am.
* Audio Tour: English, German, Spanish, French & Dutch.
* Price: 14,50 euro per person.

 

Amsterdam Tower Lookout

Amsterdam Tower Swing Lookout

Amsterdam Tower Lookout & Over The Edge Swing:

– Ride the highest swing of Europe (additional cost of 5 euro)
– Swing out over the edge at 100 meter (320-foot)
– One of the highest buildings of Amsterdam
– Fast lane entrance
– Enjoy the best skyline-view in Amsterdam
– See the De Wallen from above
– Unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!

*Available: 7 days a week
Hours: 10 am till 9 pm
Price: 40,49 euro per person

Upside Down Amsterdam

Wat is the Upside Down Amsterdam?

Upside Down Amsterdam is een interactief museum dat bezoekers een unieke en spannende ervaring biedt. Het museum staat vol met tentoonstellingen die ontworpen zijn om de perspectieven van bezoekers uit te dagen en fantastische foto's voor Instagram op te leveren. Het idee achter het museum is het creëren van een wereld waarin alles op zijn kop staat - van het meubilair en de decoratie tot de kunstwerken aan de muren. Bezoekers kunnen verwachten dat ze worden meegenomen naar een wereld van op-zijn-kop-plezier, waar ze de zwaartekracht kunnen tarten, geweldige foto's kunnen maken en een onvergetelijke ervaring kunnen beleven.

Highlights of the museum

Een van de grootste trekpleisters van het museum is de op-zijn-kop-kamer, ontworpen om bezoekers het gevoel te geven dat ze op het plafond lopen. De kamer is voorzien van meubels, decoraties en zelfs een auto die ondersteboven aan het plafond hangt. Een andere geliefde tentoonstelling is de oneindige kamer, die spiegels bevat die een eindeloze reflectie van de ruimte creëren. Bezoekers kunnen ook de onderwaterwereld verkennen, een ritje maken op een vliegend tapijt, en poseren voor foto's met de reusachtige teddybeer. Al met al zit het museum vol met leuke, interactieve tentoonstellingen die ontworpen zijn om de zintuigen te prikkelen en blijvende herinneringen te creëren.

Why Visit Upside Down Amsterdam?

  • Imaginative Design: To us, this attraction feels like a whimsical playground where creativity knows no bounds. From inverted rooms to mind-bending optical illusions, every corner invites exploration and wonder.
  • Curated Experience: Our local guides think that Upside Down Amsterdam offers a fresh perspective on traditional attractions. During our visit, we were enthralled by the attention to detail and the interactive elements that make this venue truly special.
  • Unforgettable Memories: Whether you’re snapping gravity-defying photos or simply marveling at the surreal surroundings, Upside Down Amsterdam promises an unforgettable experience that sparks joy and laughter.
  • Family-Friendly Fun: Bring the whole family for a day of laughter and excitement. With its engaging exhibits and playful atmosphere, this attraction is perfect for creating cherished memories together.

How to buy tickets?

Kaartjes voor Upside Down Amsterdam kunnen online of ter plaatse gekocht worden. Het wordt aanbevolen om kaartjes online te kopen om lange wachtrijen bij het museum te voorkomen. Ticketprijzen variëren afhankelijk van het tijdstip en de dag van het bezoek, met kortingen beschikbaar voor studenten, kinderen en senioren. Daarnaast zijn er groepstarieven beschikbaar voor groepen van 10 personen of meer. Bezoekers doen er goed aan om de website van het museum te checken voor speciale aanbiedingen of beschikbare kortingen.

Tips for visiting

To make the most of a visit to Upside Down Amsterdam, visitors should wear comfortable shoes and clothes that are easy to move around in. The museum is designed for interactive experiences, so visitors should be prepared to crawl, climb, and contort their bodies to get the best photos. Visitors should also plan to spend at least an hour at the museum to fully explore all of the exhibits. To avoid crowds, visitors may want to consider visiting during off-peak hours or on weekdays.

Reviews from visitors

Visitors to Upside Down Amsterdam have raved about the museum’s fun and interactive exhibits, with many noting that it’s a great experience for people of all ages. Visitors have also praised the museum’s staff for being friendly and helpful, and for providing useful tips and advice on how to take the best photos. Some visitors have noted that the museum can get crowded during peak hours, so planning ahead is recommended. Overall, Upside Down Amsterdam is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a fun and unique experience in Amsterdam.

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