{"id":12071,"date":"2026-01-10T00:02:23","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T23:02:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/?p=12071"},"modified":"2026-04-01T12:11:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T10:11:05","slug":"10-best-red-light-district-bars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Amsterdam Red Light District Bars in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>The Tailor cocktail bar. Picture by: Ro\u00ef Shiratski<\/em><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle tabel met inhoud\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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profiles<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#1_The_Tailor\" >1 |\u00a0The Tailor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#2_Excalibur_Cafe\" >2 |\u00a0Excalibur Caf\u00e9<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#3_Belushis\" >3 |\u00a0Belushi\u2019s<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#4_Het_Elfde_Gebod\" >4 |\u00a0Het Elfde Gebod<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#5_Dirty_Nellys_Inn\" >5 |\u00a0Dirty Nelly&#8217;s Inn<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#6_Mata_Hari\" >6 |\u00a0Mata Hari<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#7_Winston_Kingdom\" >7 |\u00a0Winston Kingdom<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#8_Cafe_De_Pool\" >8 |\u00a0Caf\u00e9 De Pool<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#9_Temple_Bar\" >9 |\u00a0Temple Bar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#10_Cafe_Remember\" >10 |\u00a0Caf\u00e9 Remember<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#More_Red_Light_District_Bars_Worth_a_Stop\" >More Red Light District Bars Worth a Stop<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#Historic_brown_cafes\" >Historic brown caf\u00e9s<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#Karaoke_party_bars\" >Karaoke &amp; party bars<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#Irish_sports_pubs\" >Irish &amp; sports pubs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#Jenever_hidden_gems\" >Jenever &amp; hidden gems<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#Easy_bar-hop_routes_map_tips\" >Easy bar-hop routes &amp; map tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#Practicalities_etiquette\" >Practicalities &amp; etiquette<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/nl\/news\/10-best-red-light-district-bars\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10x_Best_Amsterdam_Red_Light_District_Bars\"><\/span>10x Best Amsterdam Red Light District Bars<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Best Amsterdam Red Light District Bars often disappoint\u2014crowded, pricey, confusing. Skip stress; follow our 2026 top-10 routes.<\/p>\n<p><em>Last updated: 24 March 2026<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2068\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_10_bar_profiles\"><\/span>Top 10 bar profiles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2235\">Below are the ten bars you asked to feature. Each profile gives simple, scannable tips so you know what to expect. Use the quick table to plan your route and budget.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2383\">Short lines mean more time with friends. If a spot looks packed, try a nearby bar first, then circle back. Everything here is within a short walk.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2407\"><strong data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2407\">Quick-glance table<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"3235\">\n<thead data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2448\">\n<tr data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2448\">\n<th data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2413\" data-col-size=\"sm\">#<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2419\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Bar<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2426\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Vibe<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2437\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Best For<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2448\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Pro Tip<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"3235\">\n<tr data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2549\">\n<td data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2476\" data-col-size=\"sm\">1<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2489\" data-col-size=\"sm\">The Tailor<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2508\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Classy cocktails<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2522\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Date nights<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2549\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Ask for a house special<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2628\">\n<td data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2554\" data-col-size=\"sm\">2<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2554\" data-end=\"2571\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Excalibur Caf\u00e9<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2589\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Rock pub energy<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2606\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Live-ish vibes<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2628\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Grab a table early<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2698\">\n<td data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2633\" data-col-size=\"sm\">3<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2633\" data-end=\"2645\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Belushi\u2019s<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2665\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Lively sports bar<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2678\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Big groups<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2698\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Check game times<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2699\" data-end=\"2771\">\n<td data-start=\"2699\" data-end=\"2703\" data-col-size=\"sm\">4<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2721\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Het Elfde Gebod<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2739\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Cozy brown caf\u00e9<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2739\" data-end=\"2752\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Local feel<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2771\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Try Dutch beers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2856\">\n<td data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2776\" data-col-size=\"sm\">5<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2776\" data-end=\"2796\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Dirty Nelly\u2019s Inn<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2796\" data-end=\"2812\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Irish pub fun<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2825\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Singalongs<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2856\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Friendly for solo travelers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2933\">\n<td data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2861\" data-col-size=\"sm\">6<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2873\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Mata Hari<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"2894\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Stylish canal spot<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2909\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Small groups<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2933\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Window seats = views<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"3016\">\n<td data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"2938\" data-col-size=\"sm\">7<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"2956\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Winston Kingdom<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2956\" data-end=\"2973\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Party bar\/club<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2973\" data-end=\"2987\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Late nights<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2987\" data-end=\"3016\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Expect a line on weekends<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"3017\" data-end=\"3088\">\n<td data-start=\"3017\" data-end=\"3021\" data-col-size=\"sm\">8<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3021\" data-end=\"3036\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Caf\u00e9 De Pool<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3052\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Low-key local<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3052\" data-end=\"3067\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Chill rounds<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3088\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Good warm-up stop<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"3089\" data-end=\"3161\">\n<td data-start=\"3089\" data-end=\"3093\" data-col-size=\"sm\">9<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3106\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Temple Bar<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3124\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Irish pub vibes<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3124\" data-end=\"3139\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Casual pints<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3139\" data-end=\"3161\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Easy meet-up point<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3235\">\n<td data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3167\" data-col-size=\"sm\">10<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3183\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Caf\u00e9 Remember<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3183\" data-end=\"3198\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Classic caf\u00e9<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3216\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Unhurried chats<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3235\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Great last stop<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"3237\" data-end=\"3272\"><strong data-start=\"3237\" data-end=\"3272\">Micro-profiles (what to expect)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"4207\">\n<li data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3381\">\n<p data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3381\"><strong data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3291\">The Tailor:<\/strong> Elegant cocktails, skilled bartenders, calm soundtrack. Best for a refined first round.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3382\" data-end=\"3485\">\n<p data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3485\"><strong data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3403\">Excalibur Caf\u00e9:<\/strong> Rock decor, lively crowd, stick-to-your-table fun. Good energy before midnight.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3486\" data-end=\"3583\">\n<p data-start=\"3488\" data-end=\"3583\"><strong data-start=\"3488\" data-end=\"3502\">Belushi\u2019s:<\/strong> Big screens, upbeat staff, bar food. Great for match nights and social groups.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3584\" data-end=\"3668\">\n<p data-start=\"3586\" data-end=\"3668\"><strong data-start=\"3586\" data-end=\"3606\">Het Elfde Gebod:<\/strong> Warm wood, Dutch beers, chatty locals. Slow down and enjoy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3669\" data-end=\"3763\">\n<p data-start=\"3671\" data-end=\"3763\"><strong data-start=\"3671\" data-end=\"3693\">Dirty Nelly\u2019s Inn:<\/strong> Friendly Irish spirit, singalong vibes, easy mixers. Solo-friendly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3764\" data-end=\"3847\">\n<p data-start=\"3766\" data-end=\"3847\"><strong data-start=\"3766\" data-end=\"3780\">Mata Hari:<\/strong> Canal views, balanced drinks, relaxed pace. Pick a window perch.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3848\" data-end=\"3946\">\n<p data-start=\"3850\" data-end=\"3946\"><strong data-start=\"3850\" data-end=\"3870\">Winston Kingdom:<\/strong> Dancey, colorful lights, late close feel. Hit earlier to dodge the queue.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3947\" data-end=\"4036\">\n<p data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"4036\"><strong data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"3966\">Caf\u00e9 De Pool:<\/strong> Simple, welcoming, steady pours. A quiet breather between hotspots.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4037\" data-end=\"4127\">\n<p data-start=\"4039\" data-end=\"4127\"><strong data-start=\"4039\" data-end=\"4054\">Temple Bar:<\/strong> Reliable pints, upbeat chatter, room to mingle. Good meet-and-go base.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4128\" data-end=\"4207\">\n<p data-start=\"4130\" data-end=\"4207\"><strong data-start=\"4130\" data-end=\"4148\">Caf\u00e9 Remember:<\/strong> Classic caf\u00e9 charm, gentle music. Wind-down nightcap spot.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Avoid bad bars and avoid bad experiences. Discover this useful list with the ten Amsterdam Red Light District bars and cafe&#8217;s according to visitors who&#8217;ve already been here and left their reviews at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\">Tripadvisor<\/a>!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Tailor\"><\/span><strong>1 |<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>The Tailor<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>First on our list is hotel bar The Tailer of the Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky. The Tailer actually received the best hotel bar award for 2017. The bar is located on Dam Square in the heart of Amsterdam. Online reviewers state that the personnel there have a true passion for their craft and that the bar has a great ambience.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/The-Tailor-Overview.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12078 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/The-Tailor-Overview.jpg\" alt=\"Best Red Light District bars\" width=\"550\" height=\"367\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/The-Tailor-Overview.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/The-Tailor-Overview-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">The interieur of The Tailor cocktail bar.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Excalibur_Cafe\"><\/span><strong>2 |\u00a0Excalibur Caf\u00e9<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re in for some hard rock music the Excalibur Caf\u00e9 is a place you should definitely visit. The caf\u00e9 also has pool tables at the top floor if you want to do more than drink beer and listen to music.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Belushis\"><\/span><strong>3 |\u00a0Belushi\u2019s<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A great place to eat some hamburger and have some drinks. The drinks here are better prized compared to other similar bars in the area.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Het_Elfde_Gebod\"><\/span><strong>4 |\u00a0Het Elfde Gebod<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A typical Dutch caf\u00e9 where you can have a drink and a chat (the music isn\u2019t too loud). The beer lover should definitely check this place out because they have a <em>huge<\/em> selection of beers. One negative: they don\u2019t serve food.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Het-Elfde-Gebod.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Het-Elfde-Gebod.jpg\" alt=\"Best Red Light District bars\" width=\"844\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Het-Elfde-Gebod.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Het-Elfde-Gebod-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Het-Elfde-Gebod-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 844px) 100vw, 844px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><em>Our local guides took this picture of the cosy and warm interieur of Het Elfde Gebod.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Dirty_Nellys_Inn\"><\/span><strong>5 |\u00a0Dirty Nelly&#8217;s Inn<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Another hotel bar on our list of 10 best red light district bars. This one offers cheap drinks. Located on the Warmoesstraat &#8211; in the Red Light District &#8211; it\u2019s great place to start off a (party) night in Amsterdam!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Mata_Hari\"><\/span><strong>6 |\u00a0Mata Hari<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This \u201cbar, restaurant and living\u201d is named after the famous Dutch spy and femme fatale; <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Mata_Hari\" rel=\"noopener\">Mata Hari<\/a>. Don\u2019t expect any James Bond stuff though, just a good atmosphere, food and drinks at a great location. It&#8217;s situated on the main canal of Amsterdam&#8217;s Red Light District and has a nice view on the back of the Zeedijk street. Cocktails are delicious here!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Mata-Hari.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12081\" src=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Mata-Hari.jpg\" alt=\"mata hari spy\" width=\"845\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Mata-Hari.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Mata-Hari-300x118.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Mata-Hari-768x303.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<em>The original Mata Hari, not the restaurant though \ud83d\ude09<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Winston_Kingdom\"><\/span><strong>7 |\u00a0Winston Kingdom<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Winston Kingdom is a mix between a club and a bar. It\u2019s a great little venue with live music and good dj\u2019s. Winston is located on the oldest street of Amsterdam and it attracts mostly tourists. As one reviewer put it: \u201cThe bar might be small but they know how to throw a party.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Cafe_De_Pool\"><\/span><strong>8 |\u00a0Caf\u00e9 De Pool<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>According to many reviewers this is great place for a short stop to eat some food,. The price for a high quality burger with fries is just \u20ac 7,50. This is great value for money by Amsterdam standards. The bar also has a good selection of beers.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Cafe-De-Pool.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12076\" src=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Cafe-De-Pool.jpg\" alt=\"Best Red Light District bars\" width=\"601\" height=\"344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Cafe-De-Pool.jpg 1744w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Cafe-De-Pool-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Cafe-De-Pool-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Cafe-De-Pool-1024x586.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Great looking and tasting burgers at Caf\u00e9 de Pool. Picture by Marta H.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Temple_Bar\"><\/span><strong>9 |\u00a0Temple Bar<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13185 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/10-Best-Red-Light-District-Bars-Amsterdam.jpg\" alt=\"cafe in amsterdam\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/10-Best-Red-Light-District-Bars-Amsterdam.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/10-Best-Red-Light-District-Bars-Amsterdam-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/10-Best-Red-Light-District-Bars-Amsterdam-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A great place for (Dutch) drinks and to feel like an Amsterdammer. Besides drinks they also have some finger food. The location of the bar makes it perfect for watching people go by.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Cafe_Remember\"><\/span><strong>10 |\u00a0Caf\u00e9 Remember<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A true Dutch parry caf\u00e9 that has fair prices for their drinks! The staff is great; expect the DJ to play party music like 90\u2019s cheesy dance music. The bar also has a smoking area so no one needs to go outside whilst having a blast.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Red_Light_District_Bars_Worth_a_Stop\"><\/span>More Red Light District Bars Worth a Stop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The ten above are our top picks, but the district and neighbouring Zeedijk are packed with characterful bars. Here&#8217;s how to find your kind of night.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historic_brown_cafes\"><\/span>Historic brown caf\u00e9s<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A <em>bruin caf\u00e9<\/em> (brown caf\u00e9) is the traditional Dutch pub &#8212; dark wood, low light, decades of tobacco stains and a local crowd. The most famous here is <strong>Caf\u00e9 In &#8217;t Aepjen<\/strong> on Zeedijk, set in one of only two surviving wooden houses in central Amsterdam, built around 1519. Nearby, <strong>Caf\u00e9 de Bekeerde Suster<\/strong> brews its own beer, while <strong>Caf\u00e9 Stevens<\/strong>, <strong>Old Nickel<\/strong> and <strong>Caf\u00e9 Remember<\/strong> pull a mixed local-and-visitor crowd on the edge of the windows.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1948\" src=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Amsterdam-Red-Light-District-Cafe-In-t-Aepjen-Inside-small.jpg\" alt=\"Cafe In &#039;t Aepjen, a historic brown cafe in Amsterdam&#039;s Red Light District\" width=\"556\" height=\"417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Amsterdam-Red-Light-District-Cafe-In-t-Aepjen-Inside-small.jpg 556w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Amsterdam-Red-Light-District-Cafe-In-t-Aepjen-Inside-small-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 556px) 100vw, 556px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Caf\u00e9 In &#039;t Aepjen on Zeedijk sits in a wooden house from around 1519.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Karaoke_party_bars\"><\/span>Karaoke &amp; party bars<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Zeedijk is the district&#8217;s karaoke strip. <strong>San Francisco<\/strong> and <strong>Casablanca<\/strong> keep the microphones going late, and <strong>Poco Loco<\/strong> and <strong>Del Mondo<\/strong> on Nieuwmarkt spill onto the square in summer. For more, see our guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/news\/karaoke-bars-in-amsterdam\/\">best karaoke bars in Amsterdam<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-756\" src=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Amsterdam-Red-Light-District-Nightbar-San-Francisco-small-e1401628629135.jpg\" alt=\"Karaoke bar San Francisco in Amsterdam&#039;s Red Light District on Zeedijk\" width=\"551\" height=\"413\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">San Francisco on Zeedijk is one of the district&#039;s late-night karaoke bars.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Irish_sports_pubs\"><\/span>Irish &amp; sports pubs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For a pint and a match, the Warmoesstraat side has the Irish and British pubs. <strong>Sl\u00e1inte<\/strong>, <strong>Molly Malones<\/strong> and <strong>Dirty Nelly&#8217;s<\/strong> are the reliable ones &#8212; busy at weekends and whenever there&#8217;s football on.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jenever_hidden_gems\"><\/span>Jenever &amp; hidden gems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To drink like a local, try <em>jenever<\/em> (Dutch gin) at a <em>proeflokaal<\/em> (tasting house). <strong>Wynand Fockink<\/strong>, tucked down an alley behind Dam Square since 1679, is the classic; <strong>Jajem<\/strong> keeps the tradition going closer to the windows. For a canal view, <strong>Caf\u00e9 Aen &#8217;t Water<\/strong> has one of the district&#8217;s best waterside terraces, and <strong>Caf\u00e9 &#8217;t Mandje<\/strong> on Zeedijk &#8212; one of Amsterdam&#8217;s oldest LGBTQ+ bars, opened in 1927 &#8212; is a piece of living history.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1686\" src=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Amsterdam-Red-Light-District-Cafe-Aen-t-Water-View-small.jpg\" alt=\"Terrace of Cafe Aen &#039;t Water, a canal-side bar in Amsterdam&#039;s Red Light District\" width=\"556\" height=\"556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Amsterdam-Red-Light-District-Cafe-Aen-t-Water-View-small.jpg 556w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Amsterdam-Red-Light-District-Cafe-Aen-t-Water-View-small-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Amsterdam-Red-Light-District-Cafe-Aen-t-Water-View-small-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 556px) 100vw, 556px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Caf\u00e9 Aen &#039;t Water has one of the district&#039;s best waterside terraces.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-start=\"4214\" data-end=\"4246\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Easy_bar-hop_routes_map_tips\"><\/span>Easy bar-hop routes &amp; map tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4248\" data-end=\"4428\">Keep walks short and flows smooth with these loops. Start at a calm cocktail bar, then move to lively pubs, and finish at a party spot or a quiet caf\u00e9. Each loop ends near transit.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4430\" data-end=\"4566\">Arrive early at the busiest bar on your list. If there\u2019s a line, swap the order and circle back. Pin your route so friends can catch up.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4568\" data-end=\"4604\"><strong data-start=\"4568\" data-end=\"4604\">Suggested loops using the Top 10<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4606\" data-end=\"4869\">\n<li data-start=\"4606\" data-end=\"4691\">\n<p data-start=\"4608\" data-end=\"4691\"><strong data-start=\"4608\" data-end=\"4632\">Class-to-Party Loop:<\/strong> The Tailor \u2192 Mata Hari \u2192 Winston Kingdom \u2192 Caf\u00e9 Remember<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4692\" data-end=\"4782\">\n<p data-start=\"4694\" data-end=\"4782\"><strong data-start=\"4694\" data-end=\"4716\">Pub Classics Loop:<\/strong> Het Elfde Gebod \u2192 Temple Bar \u2192 Dirty Nelly\u2019s Inn \u2192 Caf\u00e9 De Pool<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4783\" data-end=\"4869\">\n<p data-start=\"4785\" data-end=\"4869\"><strong data-start=\"4785\" data-end=\"4805\">Game Night Loop:<\/strong> Belushi\u2019s (match) \u2192 Excalibur Caf\u00e9 \u2192 Temple Bar \u2192 Caf\u00e9 Remember<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4871\" data-end=\"4889\"><strong data-start=\"4871\" data-end=\"4889\">Route snapshot<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"4891\" data-end=\"5162\">\n<thead data-start=\"4891\" data-end=\"4937\">\n<tr data-start=\"4891\" data-end=\"4937\">\n<th data-start=\"4891\" data-end=\"4899\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Route<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"4899\" data-end=\"4910\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Distance<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"4910\" data-end=\"4922\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Best Time<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"4922\" data-end=\"4937\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Why pick it<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"4958\" data-end=\"5162\">\n<tr data-start=\"4958\" data-end=\"5030\">\n<td data-start=\"4958\" data-end=\"4975\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Class-to-Party<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"4975\" data-end=\"4985\" data-col-size=\"sm\">~2.5 km<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"4985\" data-end=\"4999\" data-col-size=\"sm\">20:00\u201300:30<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"4999\" data-end=\"5030\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Starts refined, ends lively<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5031\" data-end=\"5098\">\n<td data-start=\"5031\" data-end=\"5046\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Pub Classics<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5046\" data-end=\"5056\" data-col-size=\"sm\">~2.0 km<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5056\" data-end=\"5070\" data-col-size=\"sm\">19:00\u201323:30<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5070\" data-end=\"5098\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Steady pints, easy chats<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5099\" data-end=\"5162\">\n<td data-start=\"5099\" data-end=\"5112\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Game Night<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5112\" data-end=\"5122\" data-col-size=\"sm\">~2.2 km<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5122\" data-end=\"5137\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Match nights<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5137\" data-end=\"5162\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Screens + high energy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"5164\" data-end=\"5176\"><strong data-start=\"5164\" data-end=\"5176\">Map tips<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5178\" data-end=\"5311\">\n<li data-start=\"5178\" data-end=\"5223\">\n<p data-start=\"5180\" data-end=\"5223\">Save Dam Square and Nieuwmarkt as anchors<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5224\" data-end=\"5259\">\n<p data-start=\"5226\" data-end=\"5259\">Mark tram lines and metro exits<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5260\" data-end=\"5311\">\n<p data-start=\"5262\" data-end=\"5311\">Add a late-night snack pin near your final stop<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"5318\" data-end=\"5346\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practicalities_etiquette\"><\/span>Practicalities &amp; etiquette<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5348\" data-end=\"5495\">A smooth night is about small choices. Set a simple budget, know tipping norms, and follow local rules. You\u2019ll have a better time and avoid stress.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5497\" data-end=\"5632\">Cards work almost everywhere, but a few euros help with small charges. Tipping isn\u2019t required; round up or add 5\u201310% for great service.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5634\" data-end=\"5652\"><strong data-start=\"5634\" data-end=\"5652\">Money &amp; timing<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5654\" data-end=\"5808\">\n<li data-start=\"5654\" data-end=\"5704\">\n<p data-start=\"5656\" data-end=\"5704\">Plan for one premium cocktail + two pints each<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5705\" data-end=\"5760\">\n<p data-start=\"5707\" data-end=\"5760\">Peak is 21:00\u201301:00 on weekends\u2014arrive before 21:00<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5761\" data-end=\"5808\">\n<p data-start=\"5763\" data-end=\"5808\">Keep \u20ac10\u2013\u20ac20 cash for cloakrooms or restrooms<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5810\" data-end=\"5829\"><strong data-start=\"5810\" data-end=\"5829\">Do\u2019s and don\u2019ts<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"5831\" data-end=\"6103\">\n<thead data-start=\"5831\" data-end=\"5845\">\n<tr data-start=\"5831\" data-end=\"5845\">\n<th data-start=\"5831\" data-end=\"5836\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Do<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"5836\" data-end=\"5845\" data-col-size=\"md\">Don\u2019t<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"5856\" data-end=\"6103\">\n<tr data-start=\"5856\" data-end=\"5919\">\n<td data-start=\"5856\" data-end=\"5890\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Keep voices low on narrow lanes<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5890\" data-end=\"5919\" data-col-size=\"md\">Photograph window workers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5920\" data-end=\"5996\">\n<td data-start=\"5920\" data-end=\"5951\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Queue without blocking doors<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5951\" data-end=\"5996\" data-col-size=\"md\">Bring drinks onto the street where banned<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5997\" data-end=\"6047\">\n<td data-start=\"5997\" data-end=\"6026\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Ask before shifting chairs<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"6026\" data-end=\"6047\" data-col-size=\"md\">Haggle with staff<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"6048\" data-end=\"6103\">\n<td data-start=\"6048\" data-end=\"6081\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Use licensed cabs or rideshare<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"6081\" data-end=\"6103\" data-col-size=\"md\">Litter near canals<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"6105\" data-end=\"6136\"><strong data-start=\"6105\" data-end=\"6136\">Late-night eats near routes<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6138\" data-end=\"6228\">\n<li data-start=\"6138\" data-end=\"6165\">\n<p data-start=\"6140\" data-end=\"6165\">Dam Square fries stands<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6166\" data-end=\"6190\">\n<p data-start=\"6168\" data-end=\"6190\">Zeedijk noodle spots<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6191\" data-end=\"6228\">\n<p data-start=\"6193\" data-end=\"6228\">Nieuwmarkt bakeries for quick bites<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6230\" data-end=\"6249\"><strong data-start=\"6230\" data-end=\"6249\">Final reminders<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6251\" data-end=\"6379\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"6251\" data-end=\"6285\">\n<p data-start=\"6253\" data-end=\"6285\">Respect staff and other guests<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6286\" data-end=\"6325\">\n<p data-start=\"6288\" data-end=\"6325\">Plan your last round before closing<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6326\" data-end=\"6379\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"6328\" data-end=\"6379\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Share your pinned route so the group stays together<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>ALSO DISCOVER:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/news\/5-bars-in-amsterdam-dam-square\/\"><strong>5 Bars On Amsterdam Dam Square<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/information\/amsterdam-red-light-district-things-to-do\/\"><strong>15 Things To Do In Amsterdam Red Light District<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdamredlightdistricttour.com\/news\/10-sex-shows-in-amsterdam\/\"><strong>10 Sex Shows in Amsterdam<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>What are the best bars in Amsterdam&#8217;s Red Light District?<\/strong><br \/>For traditional atmosphere, historic brown caf\u00e9s like In &#8217;t Aepjen; for a party, the Zeedijk karaoke bars San Francisco and Casablanca; for a quiet pint, the Irish pubs on Warmoesstraat. Our top ten above covers the standouts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can you drink alcohol on the street in the Red Light District?<\/strong><br \/>No. Drinking alcohol on the street is banned across the district and carries an on-the-spot fine. Buy and drink inside the bars and caf\u00e9s instead.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s the oldest bar in the Red Light District?<\/strong><br \/>Caf\u00e9 In &#8217;t Aepjen on Zeedijk, in a wooden house dating from around 1519 &#8212; one of only two left in central Amsterdam. It has been serving sailors and locals for centuries.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s the drinking age in Amsterdam?<\/strong><br \/>18 for all alcohol. Bars can ask for ID, so carry a passport or driving licence, especially on Zeedijk and Warmoesstraat.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are the bars in the Red Light District expensive?<\/strong><br \/>Mostly no &#8212; the brown caf\u00e9s and Zeedijk bars charge normal Amsterdam prices. The exception is the bars with hosts pulling tourists in on the main window canals, which mark up drinks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where can I do karaoke in the Red Light District?<\/strong><br \/>San Francisco and Casablanca on Zeedijk are the classic karaoke bars, open late every night. See our full guide to karaoke bars in Amsterdam for more options.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is there a gay bar in the Red Light District?<\/strong><br \/>Yes &#8212; Caf\u00e9 &#8217;t Mandje on Zeedijk, opened in 1927, is one of Amsterdam&#8217;s oldest LGBTQ+ bars and a protected piece of the city&#8217;s history.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is a brown caf\u00e9?<\/strong><br \/>A <em>bruin caf\u00e9<\/em> is a traditional Dutch pub, named for its dark wood and tobacco-stained walls. They&#8217;re cosy, unpretentious and the best place to drink like a local.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where can I try jenever near the Red Light District?<\/strong><br \/>At a <em>proeflokaal<\/em> (tasting house). 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