De Wallen (Red Light District)
7.4Locals Score / 10free
Known forneighbourhoodfreenightlife
Amsterdam's oldest neighbourhood and its famous red-light district, a warren of medieval lanes, canals and the Oude Kerk. By day it is a surprisingly historic quarter; by night the neon windows draw crowds. Photographing the sex workers is strictly forbidden, and the area is being managed to curb rowdy tourism.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
| Phone | — |
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| Last verified | July 15, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.4/10- Value8.0
- Iconic8.0
- Excellence7.0
- Crowd level8.5
- Authenticity7.0
- Accessibility9.0
Nearby in Ask Amsterdam
- Dam Square & Royal PalaceAttraction0.26 km · 3 min walk
- De Wallen (Old Centre)Neighborhood0.29 km · 4 min walk
- Café BelgiqueBar0.34 km · 4 min walk
- Royal Palace AmsterdamAttraction0.35 km · 4 min walk
- Bord'EauRestaurant0.37 km · 5 min walk
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