Red Light District: Self-Guided Audio Tours

Dive into the world of colors with this in-app audio tour of the Van Gogh Museum! Home to the world’s most extensive collection of Vincent van Gogh’s paintings, the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam transports visitors on a fascinating journey through the artist's life. Learn the complete story of Vincent Van Gogh: the context of his paintings, his dreams and ambitions, his emotions, and the myths surrounding him. Listen to fascinating stories and discover the context behind world-famous masterpieces. Get up close with over 200 paintings, 500 drawings, and more than 750 letters from Van Gogh. Access a wide range of permanent and temporary exhibitions and see why artists still look up to Van Gogh nowadays. Get to know the person behind the museum's masterpieces and be inspired by the way he looked at the world around himself. Note! This tour is not affiliated with the Van Gogh Museum but is provided by an independent creator. Ticket is provided for customer's convenience at no charge.

Acquaint yourself with the history of Jews in Amsterdam and Anne Frank's fascinating yet tragic story. This 2-hour walking tour will lead you through the Jewish Quarter and the historical city center of Amsterdam. Walk past monuments and buildings still bearing scars from WWII. The tour will bring history to life, giving you a sense of how the city's citizens coped during the occupation and how they moved around in times of alarm, fear, and horror. Travel back in time to the dark days of WWII, learn what life was like during the occupation by the Germans from 1940-1945 and how Anne Frank became an iconic symbol of the brutality of suppression. Hear the story about her diary and how it came to be published by her father, Otto Frank. Discover locations the Dutch resistance offered as secret hiding places to families like the Franks. The tour ends at the Anne Frank House. Please note that the tour doesn't include tickets to the Anne Frank House.

Get to know thedark side of the Red Light District and take a self-guided audio tour through this mysterious area! The audio tour starts at the Amsterdam Central station, considered by many to be one of the most beautiful buildings in this city. Then you'll stroll to the famous Red Light District of Amsterdam — a place of pleasure and horrid events since the early fifteenth century. But don't forget that your goal will is to catch a notorious killer! On your way, you'll get to see unique and beautiful places like the secret chapel, the Old church with the evidence of the shoot-out, Newmarket, and the beautiful chapel decorated by the skulls considered to be the devil’s work. You will get to know about the history of prostitution which goes back here a few centuries, learn about the "behind-the-window" experience and take a walk to the Casa Rosso - the sex theatre. The red Light district needs no introduction, but there is much more to see there than you might think. Get ready for your adventure!

In this tour, you will explore a small but incredibly rich of history part of Amsterdam – the Jewish Quarter. With this self-guided tour, you will get up close to its history and traditions. See the magnificent Portuguese Synagogue. Its 17th-century interior is still fully intact and illuminated by hundreds of candles. Discover the Dockworker and the Auschwitz Monument, which are important symbols of the Jewish Quarter. Soak up the atmosphere of Henry Polaklaan Street and find the National Holocaust Memorial. It is the theatre where, during the Second World War, the occupying forces made Jews assemble. Cross the Piet Meerburg bridge named after a resistance fighter in the Second World War and learn more about other such bridges in the area. End your tour at the Waterlooplein Flea Market, immerse yourself in the local culture and, perhaps, buy some souvenirs that will remind you of your journey. Get ready for your journey!

Dive into the world of colors with this ticket to the Van Gogh Museum! Home to the world’s most extensive collection of Vincent van Gogh’s paintings, the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam transports visitors on a fascinating journey through the artist's life. Get up close with over 200 paintings, 500 drawings, and more than 750 letters from Van Gogh. Access a wide range of permanent and temporary exhibitions and see why artists still look up to Van Gogh nowadays. Get to know the person behind the museum's masterpieces and be inspired by the way he looked at the world around himself.

Explore the Royal Palace of Amsterdam – an iconic symbol of the Netherlands' rich history and cultural heritage! Step into this magnificent architectural wonder to experience the royal splendor and opulence. The Royal Palace of Amsterdam holds a profound significance for the Netherlands. Originally built as a city hall during the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century, this majestic edifice was later converted into a royal residence, making it an embodiment of the nation's political and regal heritage. It remains an official residence of King William-Alexander to this very day. Admire the stunning architecture adorned with intricate carvings and ornate decorations, truly reflecting the opulence of a bygone era. Explore the various rooms and chambers, housing an extensive collection of art and artifacts from the Golden Age, showcasing the nation's cultural heritage. One of the highlights of your visit will undoubtedly be the chance to stand in the very room where important state ceremonies and receptions take place. Feel the weight of history as you step into the Citizens' Hall, where royal inaugurations and official events still occur to this day. And the Marble Gallery, with its grandiose columns and magnificent artworks, will leave you in awe, offering a glimpse into the luxurious lifestyle of the Dutch monarchy.

Get to know the lives of people around the world at Wereldmuseum Leiden, an eye-opening museum of ethnology. Lovingly arranged by cultural region, thousands of objects tell the stories of human experience around the world. Now _that's_ a day well spent!

The Wereldmuseum Amsterdam is housed in an impressive national monument that has colonial roots. As such, colonialism and its repercussions are an important theme. Topics such as world trade, consumption, migration, climate change, and urbanization are also relevant to Amsterdam. The exhibitions in the museum always make a connection between the historical context and current global themes. Since 2023, Wereldmuseum Amsterdam, along with Wereldmuseum Rotterdam and Wereldmuseum Leiden, has been part of the National Museum of World Cultures. This merger brings together nearly 450,000 objects, 260,000 photographic images, and approximately 350,000 documentary items, strengthening the museum's mission to inspire an open view of the world and contribute to global citizenship.

Foam is the museum for photography lovers, whether you are looking to discover contemporary, emerging talents or admire the work of iconic photographers from the previous century. The diversity of exhibitions on display invites visitors to explore the world of photography, ranging from historical vintage prints to contemporary fashion photography. Foam is located in a manor house along the beautiful canals, where the first museum for modern art of Amsterdam was opened in 1863. Hidden behind its historic façade you find a contemporary museum.

At Space Expo you will discover the wonderful world of space travel. From designing and building space missions on Earth to launching them into space. Touch a real meteorite, launch a hydrogen rocket and take a look inside André Kuipers' original Soyuz capsule. Over the years, the museum's collection has been expanded with beautiful showpieces. In addition, a lot of attention is paid to the history of space travel and you can walk through a model of the International Space Station (ISS). Space Expo is a fun and educational outing for the whole family!