Red Light Secrets Museum entrance in Amsterdam's Red Light District at night.
Framed portraits at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.
Two mannequins in a window display at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.
Office setup with vintage computer and decor at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution.
Interior view of Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution with window overlooking Amsterdam street.
Wall text inside Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.

Red Light Secrets Museum Entry Tickets, Amsterdam

Amsterdam
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Duration: Varies (1 hour to 3 hours)

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Explore Amsterdam’s Red Light Secrets Museum and explore the realities of sex work beyond common taboos with skip-the-line entry and an audio guide available in multiple languages for a self-paced tour. Located at the heart of the city's vibrant Red Light District, this unique museum is housed within a former brothel, offering visitors insight into its intriguing history as the world’s only institution dedicated to prostitution. Begin your journey by picking up one of several language options—English, German, Dutch, French, or Spanish—and start an independent exploration of its fascinating exhibits.

Challenge taboos of sex work by entering the unique Red Light Secrets museum in Amsterdam with an audio guide included.

Discover interactive exhibits and listen to personal stories from real sex workers at a former brothel located in Amsterdam’s iconic Red Light District.

Experience what it's like behind red-light windows through recreated displays, then share your thoughts on sex work by visiting the Confession Wall.

Red Light Secrets Museum Entry Tickets

Audio guide in English, German, Dutch, French, Spanish (based on option selected)

1-hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise

Access to Audio guide in various languages including Dutch and English (on the cruise)

Boarding for LOVERS Canal Cruise

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Red Light Secrets Museum entrance in Amsterdam's Red Light District at night.

Red Light Secrets Museum entrance in Amsterdam's Red Light District at night.

In Amsterdam's vibrant heart lies the unique Red Light Secrets – Museum of Prostitution. Here you'll uncover the realities behind sex work beyond common taboos, with skip-the-line entry and a multilingual audio guide for an independent exploration.

Getting Started in the Netherlands

Nestled within Amsterdam's famous Red Light District is where your journey begins at the Red Light Secrets – Museum of Prostitution. Upon arrival, you'll choose from English, German, Dutch, French, or Spanish to pick up an audio guide and commence a self-paced tour through this distinctive museum.

What Awaits You

The Red Light Secrets is set in what was once a brothel and stands as the world's sole museum dedicated entirely to prostitution. It provides candid insights into sex workers' lives, blending audio accounts with engaging exhibits for an engaging experience.

  • Historical Context: Explore how Amsterdam’s history of prostitution has evolved alongside its social and legal frameworks today.
  • Auditory Narratives: Engage with real-life stories from former sex workers, offering a glimpse into their personal experiences and daily life in the profession.
  • The Window Experience: Step back to one of Amsterdam's iconic red-lit windows for an authentic perspective on what it means to attract attention as a working girl.
  • Confession Wall: Engage with or read anonymous confessions shared by visitors, adding your own thoughts in this interactive space.
  • Capture Your Visit: Unlike the rest of the district, photography is permitted here. Feel free to document and capture your visit freely within these exhibits.
Framed portraits at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.

Framed portraits at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.

Two mannequins in a window display at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.

Two mannequins in a window display at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.

Office setup with vintage computer and decor at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution.

Office setup with vintage computer and decor at Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution.

Age Requirements

    To ensure safety, this experience is available only to guests under 16 years of age.

    Accessibility Details

    • The cruise does not accommodate wheelchairs or strollers/prams.

    You are welcome to bring your guide dogs on the boat.

    Interior view of Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution with window overlooking Amsterdam street.

    Interior view of Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution with window overlooking Amsterdam street.

    Wall text inside Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.

    Wall text inside Red Light Secrets Museum of Prostitution, Amsterdam.

    Plan ahead and secure a booking for Red Light Secrets Museum Entry Tickets as slots can fill up quickly during peak times in Amsterdam's bustling tourist season.

    If you're interested in exploring beyond the museum, consider combining your visit with an hour-long canal cruise to enjoy historic sites along UNESCO-listed waterways.

    Bring a guide dog if needed; they are welcome on both the museum tour and the canal cruise for added convenience during your trip.

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    FAQs

    Yes, you'll explore a former brothel and peer through recreated red-light window displays similar to those at Amsterdam's brothels.
    You'll gain a candid look into the lives of sex workers and the history surrounding prostitution through interactive exhibits and audio stories narrated by real Amsterdam sex workers.
    The museum and canal cruise are not wheelchair or stroller/pram accessible. However, guide dogs are welcome on the cruise.
    Visitors are encouraged to share their reflections about sex work on the Confession Wall, providing a space for personal thoughts and discussions.
    The canal cruise lasts for 1 hour, offering views of historic merchant houses and UNESCO-listed waterways.
    You will board from LOVERS Canal Cruise as part of your visit.
    Yes, the experience is restricted to guests under the age of 16 years.
    Audio guides are available in English, German, Dutch, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Catalan, Turkish, Polish, Thai, Indonesian, Russian, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic, Hebrew, and Hindi.
    Transportation to and from the museum is not included with the entry ticket.
    The entry ticket grants access to Red Light Secrets – Museum of Prostitution, set in a former brothel and dedicated to prostitution.

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