Explore the back streets of Amsterdam’s most notorious neighborhood: The Red Light District. Despite its seedy reputation, the “Wallen” is actually the oldest district in the city dating back to when Amsterdam was little more than a quiet fishing village, long before this small port in the storm became a popular destination for lonely sailors to unload their booty.
Sites on this tour: 1) Dam Square, 2) Damstraat, 3) Oudezijds Voorburgwal Canal, 4) Bulldog Coffee Shop, 5) Trompettersteeg Alley, 6) Oude Kerk, 7) Canal Homes, 8) Pill Bridge, 9) Little Venice, 10) Red Lights, 11) China Town (Zeedijk), 12) Nieuwmarkt.
Starting Point: Dam Square
Nearest Tram Stop: Dam Square
Estimated Walking Time: 1.5 hours