Amsterdam: Coffee Shops Walking Tour

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Amsterdam: Coffee Shops Walking Tour
4.4074073 out of 5 stars
4.4
4.4074073 out of 5 stars
54 reviews

Learn about the cannabis culture and history of Amsterdam on a walking tour. Visit one of the city's legendary coffee shops with a local guide.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
Dutch, English, German
Private group

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John – United States

David was amazing. He was funny and engaging. He was very knowledgeable about every aspect of the Red Light District its past and present. He not only talk about the coffeeshops we learned, about other aspects of the district. I highly recommend this tour it is worth every penny.

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Lisa – Canada

Highlight of our trip! Amazing time. Gavin was AMAZING.

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Highlights

  • Discover the biggest coffee shop in the world
  • Walk down the smallest alley in Amsterdam
  • Learn about the cannabis culture of Amsterdam
  • Explore Amsterdam through the eyes of a local
  • See the world's first coffee shop

Full description

Join this walking tour and gain insight into Amsterdam's famously liberal attitudes towards sex and drugs. Go on a journey through the city with your guide to see the first coffee shop in the world, discover Amsterdam's smallest alleyway, and much more!

Starting in the heart of the Red Light District, you'll explore the famous streets, alleys, and canals that are home to the city's iconic red-lit windows. Listen to your guide's informative commentary about the history and culture of the area, including the legalization of prostitution and the challenges that sex workers face today.

Along the way, make stops at some of the city's hidden gems, including historic landmarks, street art, and local markets. You'll also learn about Amsterdam's unique culture and politics.

Discover the world's biggest coffee shop at the "Prix d''Ami" and learn about the history of legalization of soft drugs in the Netherlands and the current strange Dutch laws on drugs. Get some in-depth knowledge that only the locals know about as you explore the drug culture of Amsterdam.

Includes

  • Private or group tour with a local guide
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Meeting point

Meet the guide in front of the "Barbizon Palace Hotel NH collection" entrance.

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Important information

Know before you go

  •  This tour is available in English, German and Dutch
  •  Please note that on Mondays and Tuesdays tours in German language are not available

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Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 54 reviews

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John – United StatesJune 1, 2023 – Verified booking
David was amazing. He was funny and engaging. He was very knowledgeable about every aspect of the Red Light District its past and present. He not only talk about the coffeeshops we learned, about other aspects of the district. I highly recommend this tour it is worth every penny.
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Lisa – CanadaJuly 12, 2023 – Verified booking
Highlight of our trip! Amazing time. Gavin was AMAZING.
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Samantha – United KingdomNovember 14, 2023 – Verified booking
Gav was brilliant….. 2 hours of continuous fun & interesting information about Amsterdam. The history, architectural surroundings, all the night life and what makes the city popular for tourists. Couldn’t fault him at all. Wish we had longer if anything.

Product ID: 63572

Activity provider:Trigger Tours

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