De Wallen (Red Light District)
7.4Friend 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 |
|---|---|
| Price | free |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 15, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.4/10- Value8.0
- iconic8.0
- excellence7.0
- Crowd level8.5
- Authenticity7.0
- Accessibility9.0
Nearby in Ask Amsterdam
- Café BelgiqueBar0.34 km · 4 min walk
- Royal Palace AmsterdamAttraction0.35 km · 4 min walk
- Café de DokterBar0.46 km · 6 min walk
- In de WildemanBar0.49 km · 6 min walk
- BegijnhofAttraction0.52 km · 7 min walk
Where to stay near De Wallen (Red Light District)
Compare hotels & stays on Booking.com · doesn’t affect the Friend Score