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Red Light Secrets Museum Tickets
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Access the world's only prostitution museum & get unbiased insights into the world-famous Red Light District.
- Everything you get: Get entry to Red Light Secrets, complete with an informative audio guide in English, German, Dutch, French, and Spanish. Explore interactive exhibits and hear real-life stories from sex workers on your audio guide.
- Why choose this: Enjoy a self-paced visit with multilingual audio guides and a visit to the world’s only prostitution museum for a deeper understanding of sex work.
- Upgrades: Add a 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise to glide past the Anne Frank House, Magere Brug, and Rijksmuseum with an audio guide in 19 languages.
Access the world's only prostitution museum & get unbiased insights into the world-famous Red Light District.
- Everything you get: Get entry to Red Light Secrets, complete with an informative audio guide in English, German, Dutch, French, and Spanish. Explore interactive exhibits and hear real-life stories from sex workers on your audio guide.
- Why choose this: Enjoy a self-paced visit with multilingual audio guides and a visit to the world’s only prostitution museum for a deeper understanding of sex work.
- Upgrades: Add a 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise to glide past the Anne Frank House, Magere Brug, and Rijksmuseum with an audio guide in 19 languages.
Inclusions
- Entry to Red Light Secrets Museum
- Audio guide in English, German, Dutch, French, and Spanish
Additional paid upgrades:
- 1-hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise
- Audio guide in Dutch, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Catalan, Turkish, Polish, Thai, Indonesian, Russian, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic, Hebrew, and Hindi
- Boarding from LOVERS Canal Cruise
Exclusions
- Transportation
- For safety reasons, guests under the age of 16 years are not allowed on this experience.
- This experience is not accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you on the cruise.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- See the only museum of prostitution in the world and go on a 1-hour cruise of Amsterdam’s famous canals!
- Experience what it’s like to sit in front of the famous red-light windows.
- Meet girls who work in the red light district and get an insight into how they live their lives.
- Get stunning views of Amsterdam’s historic canals on a relaxing 1-hour cruise.
- An onboard audio guide that's available in multiple languages will tell you about the landmarks on the way.
- See the legendary Skinny Bridge, the Westerkerk Church and the charming streets of Negen Straatjes.
- See the only museum of prostitution in the world and go on a 1-hour cruise of Amsterdam’s famous canals!
- Experience what it’s like to sit in front of the famous red-light windows.
- Meet girls who work in the red light district and get an insight into how they live their lives.
- Get stunning views of Amsterdam’s historic canals on a relaxing 1-hour cruise.
- An onboard audio guide that's available in multiple languages will tell you about the landmarks on the way.
- See the legendary Skinny Bridge, the Westerkerk Church and the charming streets of Negen Straatjes.
Inclusions
- Entry into Red Light Secrets
- GPS audio guide available in 18 different languages (Amsterdam Canal Cruise)
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Food and beverages
- The museum is not wheelchair accessible.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Hop on GVB transport & enjoy free access to top sights with this all-in-one pass.
- Everything you get: Unlimited access to GVB public transport and entry to 70+ attractions for 24/48/72/96/120 hours. You can also discover Amsterdam from a fresh perspective on free canal cruises and explore the city's hidden gems on bike rentals.
- Why choose this: Skip the hassle of buying individual tickets & check top sights off your bucket list with this digital pass that lets you fast-track through queues.
Hop on GVB transport & enjoy free access to top sights with this all-in-one pass.
- Everything you get: Unlimited access to GVB public transport and entry to 70+ attractions for 24/48/72/96/120 hours. You can also discover Amsterdam from a fresh perspective on free canal cruises and explore the city's hidden gems on bike rentals.
- Why choose this: Skip the hassle of buying individual tickets & check top sights off your bucket list with this digital pass that lets you fast-track through queues.
Inclusions
- Validity: Pass valid for 24/48/72/96/120 hours
Access to:
- Museums: Rijksmuseum, Moco Museum, H’ART Museum & more
- Landmarks: Madame Tussauds, the Amsterdam Dungeon, ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo & more
- Bus tours and cruises: Amsterdam Circle Line B.V., Blue Boat Company, LOVERS Canal Cruises & more
- Guided tours: Amsterdam Self-Guided Food Tour
- Activities: Fun Forest, The Ultimate Flight Experience & more
- Transportation: Unlimited access to GVB public transport, including metros, trams, buses, ferries, and 24-hour bike rentals
- Discounts at the Heineken Experience, Our House, the Upside Down Amsterdam & more
- Get all details here
Exclusions
- Transportation to/from Schiphol Airport.
- Each attraction or landmark can only be visited once with this card.
- Download the I amsterdam City Card app.
- Follow the instructions in your post-booking email to add your City Card to your account.
- Once you’re in Amsterdam, activate the card using the app. Your validity period begins when your card is activated.
- To gain entry to attractions and public transport, simply scan the pass on your smartphone.
- Some attractions require you to make reservations or book timeslots. You can book them in advance using the app, before activating your card.
- You can transfer your I amsterdam pass to friends or family via the app. Please note that you can only transfer each card once.
Validity:
- Your pass is valid for the time selected during booking (24/48/72/96/120 hours).
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combos
Combo (Save 5%): Red Light Secrets Museum tickets + Audio tour of the Red Light District
from €19.49
€18.52
5% off
Explore the Red Light District at your leisure, then learn its inner workings at Red Light Secrets.
- Everything you get at the Red Light District: Explore Amsterdam’s Red Light District with an audio tour and uncover the area’s history and its current role in the sex industry. Spot landmarks like the Condomerie using the interactive offline map.
- Everything you get at Red Light Secrets: Access the world behind the red-lit windows. Sit in a working girl’s chair, read confessions, and hear firsthand accounts from sex workers with your audio guide for a peek into one of the world’s oldest professions.
- Why choose this combo: For a better understanding of Amsterdam's sex work district, explore the Red Light area and visit Red Light Secrets, both accessible within the same neighborhood.
Explore the Red Light District at your leisure, then learn its inner workings at Red Light Secrets.
- Everything you get at the Red Light District: Explore Amsterdam’s Red Light District with an audio tour and uncover the area’s history and its current role in the sex industry. Spot landmarks like the Condomerie using the interactive offline map.
- Everything you get at Red Light Secrets: Access the world behind the red-lit windows. Sit in a working girl’s chair, read confessions, and hear firsthand accounts from sex workers with your audio guide for a peek into one of the world’s oldest professions.
- Why choose this combo: For a better understanding of Amsterdam's sex work district, explore the Red Light area and visit Red Light Secrets, both accessible within the same neighborhood.
Inclusions
Red Light Secrets
- Entry to Red Light Secrets Museum
- Audio guide in English, German, Dutch, French, and Spanish
Red Light District
- 1.5-hour walking tour of the Red Light District
- Audio guide in English, German, Italian, or Greek
- Offline content and interactive map
Exclusions
Red Light District
- Entry to attractions
- Guide
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Red Light District
- Download the audio app beforehand to avoid network issues on-site.
- Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.
Red Light Secrets
- For safety reasons, guests under the age of 16 years are not allowed on this experience.
- This experience is not accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Why Visit Red Light Secrets Museum in Amsterdam?
- Unique Insight into Amsterdam's History: Explore the Red Light Secrets Museum for a captivating journey through Amsterdam's centuries-old connection to the world of red-light districts.
- Interactive Exhibits: Engage with interactive displays, uncovering the secrets and stories of the city's famed Red Light District in an immersive and thought-provoking manner.
- Humanizing the District's Workers: Gain a deeper understanding of the lives and experiences of the district's workers through personal stories, shedding light on the human side of this controversial profession.
- Historical Evolution: Discover the evolution of Amsterdam's Red Light District, from its origins to the present day, and witness the societal changes that have shaped this iconic neighborhood.
- Respectful Exploration: Red Light Secrets encourages respectful exploration, providing a safe and educational environment to discuss and reflect upon the cultural and social aspects of the district.
Which Red Light Secrets Museum Ticket is Best for You?
If you are Short on Time
Go for: Skip-the-line tickets
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Self-guided
- Enjoy skip-the-line entry with these tickets, ensuring quick access to the Red Light Secrets Museum.
- Take your time to wander through the Museum of Prostitution, immersing yourself in the everyday experiences of sex workers.
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If You Want to Explore Beyond
Go for: Combo ticket
Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
Guide: Audioguide
- Discover the Red Light Secrets Museum and enjoy a one-hour canal cruise with combo tickets, providing a unique journey through the city's history.
- Explore the "sin city" affordably with combo tickets, offering access to attractions and a convenient GPS audio guide in 18 languages for an enriched experience.
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What to See at Red Light Secrets Amsterdam?
The Neighborhood
The neighborhood of Amsterdam Red Light District itself has a rich and unique history. It has developed a lot from what it was in its early days while making sure it honors its past. Buildings like The Oude Kerk or the Old Church are sometimes used for exhibitions, while the square has inscriptions and plaques that reflect on the past and pays homage to the culture.
The Experience
The Red Light District is a unique experience where the taboo around sex and prostitution is broken, and guests can discover intriguing secrets about the hidden work of the Amsterdam Red Light District. Amsterdam Red Light Secrets Museum offers an informative experience about prostitution, helping the world see the workers as strong men and women who are successful in their profession.
Oudekerksplein
Lying in the heart of the Red District, Oudekerksplein was a former graveyard. The square now houses The Oude Kerk (Old Church), which has some interesting inscriptions, monuments, and gravestones around it.
Chinatown Amsterdam
Founded in the early 1900s, Chinatown Amsterdam is the oldest Chinese quarter in Europe. At Zeedijk, you will come across Fo Guang Shan He Hua, a popular Buddhist temple marked by its uniquely-designed appearance.
Nieuwmarkt Square
The Amsterdam Nieuwmarkt market is located in the heart of Amsterdam, filling up a small part of the city center. Although now it houses several restaurants and cafes, during World War II, it was witness to a dark chapter of history.
Plan Your Visit To Red Light Secrets Museum
Timings
Getting There
Accessibility
Nearby
Visitor Tips
Red Light Secrets Museum Timings:
- Sunday to Thursday: 11:00 AM to 10:30 PM
- Friday to Saturday: 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM
- Last Entry: 45 minutes before closing
- Duration: Flexible Hours
- Address: Oudezijds Achterburgwal 60h, 1012 DP Amsterdam, Netherlands
Find on Map - By Metro: 54
Nearest Stop: Nieuwmarkt - By Train: IC, ICD, SPR
Nearest Stop: Nieuwmarkt Station - By Bus: 22, 305, 314, 347, 37, 41
Nearest Stop: Dam - By Car: Distance From Airport: 22.9km
Nearest Airport: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
- The museum is not wheelchair accessible.
- Public restrooms are available in and around the Museum of Prostitution.
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- Rijksmuseum: The museum has been completely rebuilt and offers a variety of exhibits that illustrate how life was for people in the Netherlands from the medieval period to the 20th century.
- Body Worlds: The Happiness Project is part exhibition, part symposium, dedicated to showing new ways to connect people with their inner selves and their surroundings to live happier lives.
- Beware of pickpockets, and keep your belongings safe.
- Please check the photography rules, as clicking pictures or shooting videos of occupied windows is prohibited.
- The best thing while visiting the Museum of Prostitution Amsterdam is to keep your camera and phone in your pocket and indulge in living the experience rather than capturing it.
- Don’t drink inside the museum or on the streets of the Red Light District, as it is against the laws of Amsterdam.
Frequently Asked Questions About Red Light Secrets Amsterdam
Where can I buy Red Light Secrets Museum tickets?
You can buy Red Light Secrets Museum tickets online.
Can I buy Red Light Secrets Museum tickets online?
Yes, one can easily buy the Red Light Secrets Museum tickets online and skip the long queues of visitors in front of the ticket counters.
What is the cost of Red Light Secrets Museum tickets?
There are multiple Red Light Secrets Museum tickets available online, starting from €14.50.
What is Red Light Secrets Museum?
The Red Light Secrets Museum is a non-profit, independent initiative that attempts to preserve the atmosphere of the Red Light District. Red Light Secrets is one of the oldest museums in Amsterdam and is quite popular among tourists for being a one-of-a-kind prostitution museum that gives the guests an insight into the history of Amsterdam's infamous sex work industry.
Where is Red Light Secrets Museum?
The Red Light Secrets- Museum of Prostitution is located at Oudezijds Achterburgwal 60h, 1012 DP Amsterdam, Netherlands, which is a short walking distance away from the Central Train Station.
Is Red Light Secrets Museum wheelchair accessible?
No, wheelchairs aren’t available at the Museum of Prostitution Amsterdam.
Is Red Light Secrets Museum worth visiting?
The Museum of Prostitution in Amsterdam was created for anyone over 18 wishing to learn more about prostitution and discover the darker sides of this ancient profession. The museum even features a Red Light window where guests can take photos pretending to be a prostitute, which makes the museum worth visiting and enjoying the thrilling experience.
What are the Red Light Secrets Museum timings?
The Red Light Secrets Museum timings are as follows: Sunday to Thursday: 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM and Friday to Saturday: 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Is photography allowed at the Red Light Secrets Museum?
You are allowed to take photos in the museum, but please be considerate of the exhibits and fellow visitors.
Are there any age restrictions for visiting the Red Light Secrets Museum?
Visitors should be at least 16 years of age if they wish to enter the Red Light Secrets Museum.