Must-see attractions in Medieval Centre & Red Light District

  • Narrow House

    Medieval Centre & Red Light District

    It's often said that this house – which at 1.1m appears to be no wider than its door – has the narrowest facade in the city. But don't be deceived: the…

  • Prostitution Information Centre

    Medieval Centre & Red Light District

    Established by a former sex worker, the PIC provides frank information about the industry to those in the trade, their customers and curious tourists. It…

  • Belle Statue

    Medieval Centre & Red Light District

    Bearing the inscription 'Respect sex workers all over the world', the 2007-built bronze statue of Belle stands on a granite pedestal on the square outside…

  • Nes

    Medieval Centre & Red Light District

    Beyond the glare of the Red Light District runs this dark, narrow lane, home to theatres for more than 150 years. In 1614 Amsterdam's first bank opened in…

  • Houten Huis

    Medieval Centre & Red Light District

    Located in the Begijnhof, the Houten Huis dates from around 1465, making it the oldest preserved wooden house in the Netherlands.

  • W139

    Medieval Centre & Red Light District

    Duck into this contemporary arts centre and ponder the multimedia exhibits, which often have an edgy political angle. Check the website for frequent…

  • Hemp Gallery

    Medieval Centre & Red Light District

    Part of the Hash, Marijuana & Hemp Museum, the Hemp Gallery has displays on hemp art and history.

  • Get an alternative take on history at the Torture Museum, Amsterdam

    Torture Museum

    Medieval Centre & Red Light District

    It's dilapidated and so dimly lit inside that you can barely read the placards, but fans of kitsch and oddball lore will enjoy learning about devices such…