De Wallen, Amsterdam

Name: De Wallen
Address: Amsterdam, Netherlands

#90 among attractions in Amsterdam

Nightlife, Red-light district, Red light

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Facts and practical information

De Wallen or De Walletjes was the largest and best known red-light district in Amsterdam prior to being temporarily shut down in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It consists of a network of alleys containing approximately three hundred one-room cabins rented by prostitutes who offer their sexual services from behind a window or glass door, typically illuminated with red lights and blacklight. Window prostitution is the most visible and typical kind of red-light district sex work in Amsterdam. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°22'25"N, 4°53'53"E

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Stadsdeel Centrum (De Wallen)Amsterdam Netherlands

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De Wallen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Café 't Mandje, Oude Kerk, Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, Nieuwendijk.

~790 ftNE
Dancing, Nightlife
Café 't Mandje, Amsterdam
4 min walk • Café 't Mandje is a historic and culturally significant establishment nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, Netherlands. This iconic café, located on the Zeedijk street, is celebrated as a pioneering venue for the LGBTQ+ community.
~200 ftNW
Cultural center in oldest city building
Oude Kerk, Amsterdam
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam's bustling De Wallen district, the Oude Kerk stands as the city's oldest building and its first parish church, now repurposed into a captivating museum. With its origins dating back to around 1213, this historical church has witnessed...
~650 ftNE
17th-century house with a hidden church
Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, Amsterdam
4 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Amsterdam lies a hidden gem that transports visitors back to the 17th century: Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, or "Our Lord in the Attic." This clandestine church, concealed within a seemingly typical canal house, serves as a museum that...
~1000 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Nieuwendijk, Amsterdam
5 min walk • Nieuwendijk is one of Amsterdam's oldest and most vibrant streets, steeped in history and bustling with activity. Located in the heart of the city, this street runs from the Central Station to the Dam Square, offering a unique blend of the past and present.
~1010 ftW
Memorial to the dead, erected in 1952
National Monument, Amsterdam
5 min walk • The National Monument in Amsterdam stands as a poignant tribute to the victims of World War II. Located in the heart of the city on Dam Square, this important memorial is a central site for remembrance and reflection. It was unveiled on May 4, 1956, by Queen Juliana of...
~700 ftS
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
Hash, Amsterdam
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, Hash, Marihuana & Hemp Museum is a unique cultural institution dedicated to the controversial and versatile plant, Cannabis sativa L. This museum showcases the historical and modern uses of cannabis in medicine, culture, and industry...
~580 ftSE
City gate, Vernacular architecture
Waag, Amsterdam
3 min walk • The Waag is a 15th-century building on Nieuwmarkt square in Amsterdam. It was originally a city gate and part of the walls of Amsterdam. Later it served as a guildhall, museum, fire station and anatomical theatre, among other things.
~660 ftSE
Square, Farmer's market, Neighbourhood
Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam
4 min walk • Nieuwmarkt is a square in the centre of Amsterdam, Netherlands. The surrounding area is known as the Lastage neighborhood. It is situated in the borough of Amsterdam-Centrum. The square is considered part of Amsterdam's Chinatown, next to the De Wallen. There are over 20 cafés and coffeeshops facing the square.
~800 ftN
Canal
Oudezijds Kolk, Amsterdam
4 min walk • The Oudezijds Kolk is a short and narrow canal/lock in Amsterdam between the Oudezijds Voorburgwal and the Oosterdok.
~200 ftNW
Square
Oudekerksplein, Amsterdam
1 min walk • The Oudekerksplein is a square in the centre of Amsterdam. It is named after the 14th-century church Oude Kerk which dominates the square. The Oudekerksplein is wedged between the Warmoesstraat street and Oudezijds Voorburgwal canal.
~350 ftSW
Canal
Oudezijds Voorburgwal, Amsterdam
2 min walk • The Oudezijds Voorburgwal, often abbreviated to OZ Voorburgwal, is a street and canal in De Wallen in the center of Amsterdam. The OZ Voorburgwal runs from the Grimburgwal in the south to the Zeedijk in the north, where it changes into the Oudezijds Kolk, which drains into the IJ.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to De Wallen?

Nearby attractions include Oude Kerk, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Oudekerksplein, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Museum of Prostitution - Red Light Secrets, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Erotic Museum, Amsterdam (2 min walk).

How to get to De Wallen by public transport?

The nearest stations to De Wallen:

Tram

Dam • Lines: 12, 13, 14, 17, 2, 24, 4 (8 min walk)
Nieuwezijds Kolk • Lines: 12, 13, 17, 2 (7 min walk)

Metro

Nieuwmarkt • Lines: 51, 53, 54 (6 min walk)
Rokin • Lines: 52 (8 min walk)

Bus

Nieuwezijds Kolk • Lines: N82, N83, N84, N85, N87, N89, N91, N93, N94 (7 min walk)
Prins Hendrikkade • Lines: 22, 305, 306, 314, 316, 391, 394, 43, N01, N04, N14, N86, N91, N93, N94 (8 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (10 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (12 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (18 min walk)