Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan

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4 hours
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1 - 15 guests
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English, French, Spanish, German
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Explore authentic Amsterdam flavors with a private tour around UNESCO canals and the historic Jordaan. Enjoy 10+ tastings at local spots, including stroopwafels and wine pairings, with expert guidance.

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10 meals

Experience Details

Hungry for more then tourist traps? Join a private, personalised food walking tour and indulge in 10+ tastings at 5 local hotspots in 3 historical neigborhoods: Spui, UNESCO canals & Jordaan. Taste the true Amsterdam, even on a brief visit. Embark on our award winning food adventure with a fun guide with deep roots in Amsterdam. Explore Amsterdam's authentic bites like fresh Stroopwafels, Poffertjes or a Gouda cheese and wine pairing. Visit centuries old family owned businesses, while you walk our 400 year old UNESCO canals and explore the cosy Jordaan. Come hungry, leave with a heart full of Amsterdam!


Sample Menu

STARTER
Traditional Gouda with wine
Aged Dutch farmer’s cheese paired with wine inside a 17th-century canal house cellar.
DESSERT
Freshly made stroopwafel
A warm, traditional caramel waffle from a 200-year-old Dutch bakery, sometimes served with cinnamon liqueur.
MAIN
Dutch “sashimi”
Typical Dutch herring with onions and pickles from a local fishmonger (available before 16:00).
MAIN
Indonesian soup (soto ayam)
A colonial-era favorite, still a local tradition in Amsterdam’s food culture.
MAIN
Surinamese bara with chicken
A spiced, deep-fried bread with chicken filling; a typical Amsterdam street food you won’t find elsewhere.
MAIN
Dutch fries
Double-fried and golden, a traditional Dutch snack that might just be the best in the world (ask the Belgians…) served with mayonnaise or satay sauce.
STARTER
Traditional jenever
The Dutch spirit we’ve been drinking for over 400 years, poured the old-fashioned way in a brown café.
MAIN
Bitterballen with local pilsner
Crispy Dutch beef croquettes paired with an Amsterdam-brewed beer in a traditional brown pub.
DESSERT
Local apple pie
A Jordaan specialty, where cafés still compete for the title of “best Dutch apple pie in Amsterdam.”
DESSERT
Dutch chocolate or pralines
Celebrating Amsterdam’s role as the world’s largest cocoa port.

What You Get

Hotel/ship pickup on foot within central Amsterdam for a convenient, personal start to your tour.
Local Drinks like Wine, Jenver or Tea, Coffee, Soda.
Dietary needs welcome — vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, and common allergies accommodated.
Tips for your guide (possible — cash, card, PayPal, or Venmo accepted).
(Private) Boat tour after your food tour? No problem — we can tip you off to the best options.

Good To Know

  • Sample Menu (10+ Tastings, Seasonal & Flexible) Traditional Gouda with wine – Aged Dutch farmer’s cheese paired with wine inside a 17th-century canal house cellar. Freshly made stroopwafel – A warm, traditional caramel waffle from a 200-year-old Dutch bakery, sometimes served with cinnamon liqueur. Dutch “sashimi” – Typical Dutch herring with onions and pickles from a local fishmonger (available before 16:00). Indonesian soup (soto ayam) – A colonial-era favorite, still a local tradition in Amsterdam’s food culture. Surinamese bara with chicken – A spiced, deep-fried bread with chicken filling; a typical Amsterdam street food you won’t find elsewhere. Dutch fries – Double-fried and golden, a traditional Dutch snack that might just be the best in the world (ask the Belgians…) — served with mayonnaise or satay sauce. Traditional jenever – The Dutch spirit we’ve been drinking for over 400 years, poured the old-fashioned way in a brown café. Bitterballen with local pilsner – Crispy Dutch beef croquettes paired with an Amsterdam-brewed beer in a traditional brown pub. Local apple pie – A Jordaan specialty, where cafés still compete for the title of “best Dutch apple pie in Amsterdam.” Dutch chocolate or pralines – Celebrating Amsterdam’s role as the world’s largest cocoa port. Surprise snack – Every guide adds a seasonal or typical Dutch favorite along the way. Important: This is a sample menu. Every private tour is unique and depends on season, timing, and your guide’s chosen route. Some tastings (such as herring) are only possible before 16:00. Dietary requests are welcome, but availability may vary — ask your guide, who will do their best to accommodate.
  • Your private Amsterdam food tour includes around 10 premium tastings at 5+ beloved local stops — think warm stroopwafels from a 200-year-old bakery, artisanal Gouda with wine, Surinamese or Indonesian street snacks, Dutch fries, herring (before 16:00), chocolates, and a toast with jenever or European wines. But remember: every tour is different — your guide will design the route, stops, and timing around your tastes, the season, and the day’s best flavors.
  • This is your tour, your way. Select breakfast, lunch, or dinner start times. Share any dietary needs in the special wishes box when booking. Vegetarian and pescatarian options available; gluten-free possible at most stops. Peanut, shellfish, and nut allergies usually not a problem, but please tell us so we can confirm with venues (e.g., skip pesto). Kindly remind your guide at the start of the tour.
  • Our private tours typically cover around 1.5 miles (2.5 km) at an easy pace, with plenty of delicious stops and time to soak up the sights. If you’d prefer a shorter stroll or have mobility concerns, just let us know — we’ll tailor the route so you enjoy the full flavor of Amsterdam without the rush.
  • Every tour is a one-of-a-kind adventure, with stops crafted to match the group's interests and scheduling. Duration can vary, adjusting to the pace and tempo that suits the group best.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

What You’ll Experience

1

Amsterdam North

Meet your delightful local guide, ready to tailor the route to your preferences and ensure an unforgettable experience.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Gastrovino Amsterdam - De Mannen Van Kaas

Fulfill your cheesy dreams! Meet you're guide in this beautiful cheese basement of a 17th century merchant house. Learn about Gouda cheese and why not pair it with some fine wine?
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
3

Herring Stall Jonk

Try "Dutch Sashimi", the cured herring we eat for more then 1000 years at a family business since 1982. Healthy and delicious, but only on tours that start latest 16:00.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Hans Egstorf

Step into Hans Egstorf, Amsterdam’s oldest bakery — serving buttery, gooey stroopwafels. Locals say it’s better than Belgian waffles (and we agree).
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Flower Market (Pass By)

Flower Market (Bloemenmarkt) – Stroll past Amsterdam’s famous floating flower stalls on the Singel Canal, bursting with tulips and seasonal blooms. Most private tours include this stop, but every tour is different.

University of Amsterdam (Pass By)

See this 400 year old university located inside an old church! Explore the vibrant Spui University area, where intellects converge to fuel their minds with books, jenever, and the beloved Dutch snack, bitterballen!

Begijnhof (Pass By)

Let us point you to a 15th century hidden garden with a secret house church, where even some locals do not know about! If time allows, ask your guide to peek inside.
5

Café Hegeraad

A traditional 'brown café' nestled in the heart of the Jordaan district, Café Hegeraad has been a neighborhood staple for over a century.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
6

Singel

Discover the picturesque charm and historical significance of our oldest canal, once a formidable defense moat safeguarding our city!
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Anne Frank House (Pass By)

Let's savor a moment at a café just opposite the Anne Frank House, where you can enjoy a delicious slice of apple pie or perhaps enjo some poffertjes while contemplating the rich history that surrounds you.
7

Puccini Bomboni

Experience the pinnacle of chocolate perfection with our selection of bonbons! With the Netherlands importing 1.5 billion cacao annually, we ensure that if it's not Dutch, it's not much!
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
8

9 Little Streets (Negen Straatjes)

Explore Amsterdam's hip 9 streets shopping district, on the backdrop of 400 year old canals. Skip the line while we enjoy some famous Dutch fries.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
9

The Jordaan

Stunning area with 400 year old houses, tiny canals, houseboats and oh so tasty family run food stops !
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Anne Frank House (Pass By)

Anne Frank House – Pass by Amsterdam’s most visited historic landmark. Many private tours end nearby, making it easy to visit after — but every tour is different, as your guide will design the route to match your taste.

Meeting & Pickup

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Staying nearby? We offer free pickup on foot from hotels within walking distance. Just make sure your phone number is correct—so we can call to confirm and avoid any mix-ups.
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Meeting Point

Gastrovino Amsterdam - De Mannen Van Kaas, Spuistraat, Amsterdam Noord-Holland, Netherlands, NL, 1012 VX

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Spuistraat 330 - Arrive early? Grab a toothpick and start tasting 10 delicious cheeses in the front of the store. At the start time of the tour, the guide will wait for you in the basement.
End Point

Anne Frank House, Westermarkt, Amsterdam Noord-Holland, Netherlands, NL, 1016 GV

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We usually end the tour 10 min walk from the Anne Frank House and 15 min walk from the start point Gastrovino. However no 2 tours are the same and its a private tour so simply ask your guide :)

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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