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This audio tour dives into the neighborhood’s deep history and untold stories. Explore the Red Light District beyond the windows.

Highlights

• Download the audio tour on your phone and discover the Red Light District
• Discover hidden gems like the Oude Kerk and the Waag building
• Enjoy a fun and quirky storytelling concept

Description

Experience the historic heart of Amsterdam with a self-guided audio tour through the Red Light District—focused on its rich heritage, not its shopfronts. Designed by an accredited expert and based on an award-winning storytelling concept, this immersive tour reveals the fascinating past of the Netherlands’ most talked-about neighborhood. Your journey begins at Dam Square, the birthplace of Amsterdam, where a humble dam on the Amstel River gave rise to a city that would shape Dutch history. From there, walk through centuries of glorious and bizarre stories guided by engaging audio narration right from your phone. Admire the Oude Kerk, Amsterdam’s oldest building, and discover “Belle,” the small statue honoring sex workers’ rights. While the district is globally known for its connection to the world’s oldest profession, this tour takes you beyond that to explore the neighborhood’s deep layers of history. Follow the footsteps of sailors, merchants, residents, and travelers through narrow alleys and hidden corners. Highlights include the historic Café In’t Aepjen, the clandestine chapel of Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder, and the evocatively named Bloedstraat. Your tour ends at the vibrant Nieuwmarkt, home to the striking Waag building—once a city gate, later a guildhall, and now a symbol of Amsterdam’s evolving identity. This tour offers a unique, respectful, and insightful look into one of Amsterdam’s most iconic quarters—at your own pace. Note: Tickets or entry to any specific sites or museums are not included.

Includes

Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone Activation link to access your audio tour Offline content with an offline interactive map to avoid roaming charges

Important Information

• Please note that your GetYourGuide Voucher is not an entry ticket for museums and historical sites. Admission fees are not included in this product
• This is a downloadable self-guided audio tour. No live guide or VR/AR technology is included
• An Android/ iOS smartphone is required
• The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation
• Required storage space is: 100-150 MB
• Book per device, not per participant
• After booking, you will receive an email from the local partner with further instructions on how to access and download your audio tour. Please check your email spam folder as well
• Keep in mind that internet access and mobile signal might be unavailable or weak in public areas. Download the app and your audio tour on your phone prior to your visit and enjoy offline
• Please note, this is non-refundable once the experience has been activated

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund