If you’re looking for the ultimate “freedom destination,” then Amsterdam might just strip away all your expectations — quite literally.
In the heart of the Dutch capital, sex shops seem to outnumber pharmacies. From the iconic Red Light District to more tourist-friendly neighborhoods, stores dedicated to sexuality pop up on almost every corner.
Some are chic, others provocative — but all are a vivid part of Amsterdam’s identity.
So what are they really?
A symbol of freedom or a sign of excess?
A tourist attraction or a mirror of modern culture?
The answer is yours to decide.
We’re just reporting what’s behind the neon-lit windows.
