Whilst Amsterdam is well known for its live sex and peep shows, there is also a culture of the sex cinema around the Netherlands. Movie theatres strictly for adults, the cinemas charge an admission fee for watching porn but sex acts take place within the cinema itself; perfect for a cheap live sex show and, if you feel like participating, you can. In our guide to live sex shows in the Netherlands we give you some options for what to watch and where, including some surprisesβ¦.
As Amsterdam was once full of peep shows, the Sex Palace is the last traditional such venue but remains a popular tourist attraction. A central rolling show on a circular, rotating stage changes every minutes with a huge variety of acts and performers. The venue retains its retro appeal but enjoys modern facilities such as air-conditioning and fully refurbished comfortable seats.
The original and only peep show left in Amsterdam. Image via Flickr. Booths are small and designed for personal enjoyment but can accommodate a couple at a squeeze. The stage is just a few feet away from the booths and, because the stage rotates, you get a great view at all times. Open from 7am to 1am most days, the Sex Palace Peep Show is a must-do experience for any visitor to Amsterdam if only to pay homage to the way porn used to be available before the advent of the internet.
Named for the naughty fruit tricks for which it has become popular, the Banana Bar incorporates a strip club and bar with live entertainment. Described as eccentric, the first floor bar is full of scantily clad waitresses with accommodating smiles and first-class service skills.
The downstairs club offers lap dances as well. Open seven days a week from 8pm the action goes on until 2am Sunday to Thursday and 3am on Fridays and Saturdays. Image via WikiMedia. The venue appeals to the market; tourists looking for sexy and erotic entertainment rather than a live version of DVDs.
