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How to visit Red Light Secrets Museum

  • Ways to explore: All Red Light Secrets Museum tickets include entry to Red Light Secrets Museum and a multilingual audio guide inside a former brothel.
  • Beyond museum entry: Upgrade with a canal cruise, guided Red Light District tour, self-guided walking tour, Rijksmuseum entry, or Heineken Experience.
  • Unique perspective: Visit the world's only museum dedicated entirely to prostitution and the history of Amsterdam's Red Light District.
  • Queues & access: Pre-booked Red Light Secrets Museum tickets avoid purchasing onsite. Security and ticket checks still apply at the entrance.
  • When to book: Weekend and evening timeslots are usually the first to fill, especially during spring and summer.
  • Good to know: Most museum visits take 45–60 minutes. Guests under 16 years are not permitted inside.
  • Best upgrade: Pair your visit with the small-group Red Light District Guided Tour for expert local context beyond the museum exhibits.

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Compare your Red Light Secrets Museum tickets

Ticket typeIncludesGuideWhy pick thisCancellation policyPrice from
Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution Tickets

Museum entry, audio guide in 5 languages, access to all exhibits and preserved interiors

Audio guide

• World's only prostitution museum• Explore entirely at your own pace

Free cancellation up to 24h

€14.50

Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution + Amsterdam Canal Cruise Tickets

Museum entry, museum audio guide, 1-hour canal cruise, cruise audio guide in 19 languages

Audio guide

• Two Amsterdam icons in one booking• Canal views after museum visit

Free cancellation up to 24h

€25

Red Light Secrets Museum Tickets + Walking Tour of the Red Light District

Museum entry, audio guide, 1.5-hour self-guided walking route, offline map and commentary

Audio guide

• Visit 16 district landmarks• Flexible route with offline navigation

Free cancellation up to 24h

€20.42

Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution + Red Light District Guided Tour

Museum entry, audio guide, 1.5-hour guided walking tour

Yes, groups ≤15

• Direct access to local insights• Small groups capped at 15 guests

Free cancellation up to 24h

€38.50

Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution + Heineken Experience with Free Drinks

Museum entry, audio guide, Heineken Experience, live presentation, 2 complimentary drinks

Audio guide + live presentation

• Two famous Amsterdam experiences together• Includes complimentary drinks

Non-refundable

€38.26

Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution + Rijksmuseum Entry Tickets

Museum entry, audio guide, Rijksmuseum entry, permanent collections and exhibitions

No

• Dutch art and social history together• Access to Rijksmuseum exhibitions

Non-refundable

€38.31

What to expect at Red Light Secrets Museum?

Step inside a former brothel

Your visit begins behind an ordinary canal-house façade in Amsterdam's Red Light District. Inside, preserved workspaces, private rooms, and personal belongings reveal a side of the neighborhood most visitors never see.

See the district from behind the window

One of the museum's most memorable moments lets you sit behind a recreated red-lit window and view the street from a sex worker's perspective. It offers a surprisingly simple but powerful change in viewpoint.

Listen to personal stories

Audio recordings throughout the museum share experiences from people who worked in the industry. Their stories add context to the rooms around you, turning curiosity into a deeper understanding of daily realities.

Explore interactive exhibits

Photographs, videos, historical displays, and multimedia installations trace how prostitution became part of Amsterdam's social and cultural landscape. Most visitors spend around 45 to 60 minutes exploring the exhibits.

Leave with a different perspective

The final exhibits focus on public attitudes, personal reflections, and changing perceptions. Many visitors stop at the Confession Wall, where anonymous messages from around the world share reactions to the experience.

Continue exploring Amsterdam

Many tickets extend beyond the museum. Pair your visit with a canal cruise, guided district walk, Rijksmuseum visit, or Heineken Experience to see different sides of Amsterdam's history and culture.

📍 Ready to plan your visit? Head to our Plan Your Visit page for opening hours, directions, and visitor information.

Things to know before booking your Red Light Secrets Museum tickets

  • Pick the right ticket: Choose a standalone museum ticket for a focused visit, or upgrade with a canal cruise, walking tour, Heineken Experience, or Rijksmuseum entry.
  • Flexible cancellation: Most Red Light Secrets Museum tickets include free cancellation up to 24 hours before your visit, offering greater flexibility when planning Amsterdam itineraries.
  • Non-refundable combos: The Heineken Experience and Rijksmuseum combo tickets are non-refundable, so double-check your travel plans before completing your booking.
  • Age restrictions: Visitors must be at least 16 years old to enter the museum, as exhibits and stories address mature themes and topics.
  • Plan enough time: Most guests spend 60 to 90 minutes exploring the exhibits, listening to audio stories, and interacting with displays throughout.
  • Audio guide included: Every museum ticket includes a multilingual audio guide in English, Dutch, German, Spanish, and French for deeper historical context.

Explore the Red Light Secrets museum

Luxurious bathroom exhibit at Red Light Secrets Museum, Amsterdam.
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Former brothel interiors

Walk through authentic rooms once used by sex workers and see preserved spaces that remain largely unchanged from their original purpose. These interiors offer a rare glimpse into an environment usually hidden from public view.

Behind the famous windows

One of the museum's most popular exhibits allows visitors to sit behind a recreated red lit window and see the street from a worker's perspective. It offers a different way to understand one of Amsterdam's most recognizable symbols.

Personal stories and audio experiences

Listen to firsthand accounts that discuss daily life, motivations, challenges, and misconceptions surrounding sex work. These stories provide context that goes far beyond what visitors typically encounter while walking through the district.

Interactive exhibits

Photographs, videos, recordings, historical displays, and multimedia exhibits help explain how the Red Light District developed and why it remains an important part of Amsterdam's identity today.

The Confession Wall

Before leaving, read anonymous messages left by visitors from around the world. Many share reflections, opinions, and thoughts inspired by what they learned during their visit.

Plan your visit to Red Light Secrets Museum

Visitors reading confessions at Red Light Secrets Museum in Amsterdam.

The museum is generally open daily, including weekends and public holidays.

  • Monday to Sunday: 11:00am to 1am
  • Last Entry: 12am midnight
  • Duration: Flexible Hours
Red Light Secrets Museum entrance in Amsterdam's canal district at night.
  • Early afternoon (11am to 2pm): Typically quieter than evening hours, allowing more time to explore exhibits and listen to the audio guide comfortably.
  • Weekdays: Monday through Thursday generally attract fewer visitors than Fridays and weekends.
  • Evening visits: Visiting after sunset lets you combine the museum with the atmosphere of the illuminated Red Light District outside.

Address: Oudezijds Achterburgwal 60, 1012 DP Amsterdam, Netherlands

​Find on Maps

  • By tram: Tram lines 2, 4, 9, 14, 16, 24, and 25 stop near Nieuwmarkt, followed by a short walk through Amsterdam's historic canal district.
  • By bus: Routes serving Dam Square and Nieuwmarkt stop within a 10 to 12 minute walk, with pedestrian access through the Red Light District.
  • By car: Around 15 to 20 minutes from Amsterdam Central Station via Damrak and Dam Square. Parking is limited and central driving restrictions apply.
  • On foot from central Amsterdam: Approximately 12 to 15 minutes from Amsterdam Central Station, passing Dam Square and historic canal streets before reaching Oudezijds Achterburgwal.
Woman using audio guide on smartphone with headphones outdoors.
  • Audio guide included: Every admission ticket includes a multilingual audio guide that adds historical context, personal stories, and deeper insights throughout your visit.
  • Photography permitted: Unlike many areas within the Red Light District, photography is allowed inside the museum, letting visitors capture exhibits and interiors.
  • Climate-controlled interiors: The museum's indoor exhibits are housed within a comfortable climate-controlled environment, making visits enjoyable throughout the year in Amsterdam.
  • Guide dog access: Visitors accompanied by guide dogs are welcome throughout the museum, ensuring greater accessibility while exploring the exhibits independently.
  • Museum gift shop: Browse a selection of books, souvenirs, and themed merchandise inspired by the museum's exhibits, stories, and Amsterdam's history.
Guide dog assisting person across street, relevant to Kennedy Space Center pet regulations.
  • Guide dogs welcome: Visitors accompanied by guide dogs can access the museum, making it easier to explore exhibits and audio experiences independently.
  • Historic building limitations: Housed inside a centuries-old canal house, the museum's original layout presents accessibility challenges not commonly found in modern attractions.
  • Limited wheelchair access: Due to narrow passageways, level changes, and the historic structure, the museum is not recommended for wheelchair users.
  • Not ideal for strollers: Families visiting with prams or strollers may find navigation difficult because of restricted space and the building's layout.
Two mannequins in a window display at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.
  • Visit before exploring the district: The museum provides valuable context that helps many visitors better understand the neighborhood and its history before walking through the Red Light District itself.
  • Visit with an open mind: The museum focuses on education and personal stories rather than sensationalism, making it a more thoughtful experience than many visitors expect.
  • Don't rush past the audio stories: Several exhibits are intentionally minimalist, with the most revealing details delivered through personal recordings that many visitors overlook too quickly.
  • Visit after dark for added context: Seeing the illuminated windows and busy streets before or after your visit creates a stronger connection with the stories shared inside.
  • Pair it with Oude Kerk: Located just steps away, Amsterdam's oldest church offers a striking contrast to the museum and highlights the district's layered history.
  • Leave time for the Confession Wall: Many visitors consider the anonymous messages and reflections left by previous guests among the museum's most thought-provoking exhibits.
  • Combine it with Rijksmuseum for a broader perspective: Together, the two attractions reveal very different sides of Amsterdam, from celebrated cultural achievements to lesser-known social history.

Frequently asked questions about Red Light Secrets Museum

Red Light Secrets is the world's first and only museum dedicated to prostitution. Located inside a former brothel, it explores the history, realities, and personal stories behind Amsterdam's Red Light District.