De Wallen Red Light District Amsterdam — Attraction in Amsterdam

I feel like the red light district and Amsterdam are synonymous. You have not seen all of Amsterdam unless you see the bad with the good. Many women soliciting prostitution in brightly red windows. It is hard not to walk through here because it is an intersection to many other destinations. During the day there may be some women in the windows but at night the red light goes as far as the eye can see. It is hard to ignore especially because the women bang on the glass to get your attention. Even if you try to avoid the bulk of it, there are some random windows placed away from the main street that you might run into. The area also has live sex shows and sex stores, so in all fullness I would not recommend this area at night with kids or people sensitive to this environment. There is a red light museum in this area that I hear is very informative of the life and history of the district. I gave four stars because I am not sure how to rate it since I am just a passerby but it is very much part of Amsterdam. Important: Do not take pictures of windows with women or there will be a lot of aggression. This is due to women’s anonymity and dangerous pasts they...

The De Wallen Red Light District in Amsterdam is a world-famous neighborhood known for its vibrant nightlife and unique atmosphere. Situated in the historic city center, this area is characterized by its narrow streets lined with windows where sex workers advertise their services. However, De Wallen is more than just its red lights – it's also home to a variety of cafes, bars, restaurants, and shops, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. While the red light district may not be everyone's cup of tea, it's undeniably a fascinating and integral part of Amsterdam's...

Cool district of the city and interesting to see. Prostitution is part of the city, any port city since the middle ages. Don't have your phone out or it will land in the channel! Really busy on the weekends, you get to a standstill in some streets. Really appreciate that you can only rent a window if you can prove you are not a victim of human trafficking. Also police presence is really good and they arrive fast when the woman have a difficult client. Sadly the public toilets for the men make everything smell bad and the channel doesn't really flow, which also gets mucky...