Red Light Secrets: Museum of Prostitution Amsterdam

Name: Red Light Secrets: Museum of Prostitution Amsterdam
Brand: Red Light Secrets Museum
SKU: 9593P1
Price: 15.80 USD
Rating: 4.0 (365 reviews)

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Red Light Secrets Museum in Amsterdam Admission Ticket

1 hour
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore the hidden world of prostitution at the Red Light Secrets Museum in Amsterdam. Head inside the former brothel house, home to the world’s only museum dedicated to prostitution. Trace the history of Amsterdam’s red light district from the 1500s up to and beyond the legalization of prostitution in 2000; sit at a window where prostitutes once advertised their services; see a typical workroom, and learn the secrets of the world’s oldest profession through the real-life anecdotes of those involved.

Enjoy access to the world’s only museum of prostitution, set in a 17th-century house formerly used as a brothel
Discover the secrets of the world’s oldest profession and view a typical workroom for entertaining clients
Learn about the history of prostitution in Amsterdam including its legalization in 2000
Experience the real-life stories and hopes of prostitutes in their own words

What's Included

Entrance ticket to the Red Light Secrets Museum
Inga's personal audio stories
Booklet about the Red Light District

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Transportation to/from attractions

Meeting and Pickup

Departure Point

Museum of Prostitution - Red Light Secrets, Oudezijds Achterburgwal 60, 1012 DP Amsterdam The Netherlands

What To Expect

Museum of Prostitution - Red Light Secrets

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
This activity is only suitable for those aged 18 years and older
Last admission is 1 hour before closing time

Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate

Operated by Red Light Secrets Museum

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

4.0

365 reviews

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Over priced

Samantha_S, Apr 2024

We struggled to find any to be honest , it says it takes around an hour to get around this " museum" we were out in 15 minutes maximum don't waste your money

Must miss

robin_s, Mar 2024

I would like to give 0 stars. This is a complete waste of time and money. Skip this one for sure. This is not an authentic museum, but a tour with a recoded sex worker with a fake ridiculous Russian accent. The audio guided tour is an insult to actual sex workers. You will learn nothing!!!

Waste of time

Samuel_T, Mar 2024

What a waste of time, a waste of money.. the money we were charged was disgusting for what was in the museum, it should of been FREE..

Worth a visit

Christina_K, Feb 2024

We went early in the day, was quiet and the audio tour was very interesting. Unfortunately the photo wasn't working.

Interesting

Hilary_B, Feb 2024

We arrived an hour early and they let us in to tour. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I thought this museum was very interesting. The tour is an audio tour so you can walk through at your own pace. I would recommend this to my friends for insight to a different way of life.

Gotta Go Here!

Denise_M, Jan 2024

Love this place! It's a must see in the Red Light District. It was alot more in depth than I thought it would be.

worth a trip

Sophia_U, Jan 2024

if you wonder what's behind the glass door, this is for you. Very cool and informative experience. highly recommended

Worst place ever

Nasir_S, Dec 2023

Nothing inside... Waste of money.... Very very silly place. You will go inside and after 4 minutes come outside.

Tour highlights

Sharad_R, Nov 2023

It was very informative and the mystic about the profession was clear after the tour. The audio was well done

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Dear guest, Thank you so much for the kind review! We are so happy to read that you liked the museum and could learn more information about the sex work industry in the Netherlands. We hope to welcome you back soon! kind regards, Red Light Secrets Museum

Rushed and crowded

Karen_B, Oct 2023

This is a self guided tour that weaves through various small rooms which felt rushed because you couldn't stand and listen without getting in someone's way. Too claustrophobic for me.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Karen, Thank you so much for the kind review! We are happy to read that you liked the museum and enjoyed the audio guide as well. The audio guide gives the opportunity to discover the red light secrets experience in your own way. The museum building is an authentic Dutch building in the centre of the district and regardless of the size it has a lot to offer. We wanted this experience to be as close to real life as possible. We hope that the positive aspects you highlighted outshined the negative :) kind regards, Red Light Secrets

Quite an interesting visit - definitely worth doing if in the area

Mark_H, Sep 2023

Was very interesting and also quite entertaining in some parts - quite an eye opener as to what actually goes on behind the scenes and also the history.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Mark, Thank you for your 5-star review! Our team is very glad that you liked our museum and we hope to welcome you again soon! best regards, Red Light Secrets Museum team

Good fun whilst keeping your clothes on!

Stu_N, Sep 2023

We had a great experience at the museum. The rooms were well themed and the narrator was very funny. There were lots of facts and information on the walls between sections and plenty of photo opportunities. The staff were super friendly and very accomodating. I would highly recommend to anyone who wants a fun yet informative look into the (sometimes harrowing) lives of sex workers.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear guest, Thank you very much for recommending us to other visitors and leaving us an amazing review. Thank you as well for your kind words regarding our colleagues, we will share your satisfaction with them. It is nice to hear that you gained a lot of new information and we would love to welcome you back in the future! kind regards, Red Light Secrets

Great

Luci_R, Sep 2023

Was very interesting, was a lot of people in such a small space so was very hot but other than that was great to see. Would recommend

a disappointment!

AnitaL_D, Sep 2023

None. Stupid exhibit. a waste of money. Dirty sidewalks outside of museum. employees were not knowledgeable, only interested in selling souvenirs.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Anita, Thank you for your feedback. We are so sorry that the sidewalks in the city were a bit dirty, but the museum is located in a busy and historical area with a unique vibe. Our team is always doing their best to help our guests and we are really sorry that you felt this way. We hope regardless, you had a lovely time in the city and enjoyed Amsterdam! kind regards, Red Light Secrets

Very worthwhile

Jake_R, Aug 2023

Highly recommend this tour to all who are visiting Amsterdam. Very informative about the history of the trade and its prevalence in the area, and challenges pre conceived ideas.

Red Light Secrets

Joanne_G, Jul 2023

Very interesting, small museum and will only take about an hour of your time, but worth the hour! The audio guide is a must very interesting stories.

A must to see before strolling Red Light District

Tatyana_B, May 2023

Very educative and informative museum! You get an excellent perspective and understanding on this unique profession. Visited museum right before our walking tour in Red Light District, and it was the best decision! It’s a must to see before exploring this area. Highly and strongly recommend!!!

Was too short.

Stacey_G, May 2023

It was average. Short trip thru the museum, not was good as I was hoping. I thought there would be more stories from the girls who work there. But it had some info.

Less than we expected

Nancy_F, Apr 2023

Not what I expected. It's totally self-guided with an ear piece. No one is there but it was crowded inside a tiny structure. Not what any of us expected. Just like a space that was set up specifically for this tour. Took us all of 20 mins. Would not recommend.

Smelly feat and cheesy...

Rachel_O, Apr 2023

Smelly feat and cheesy dicks in the words of a prostitute Actual visit was very poor and not what I expected

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