Experience the best of Amsterdam’s food and canals on this immersive tour. Discover local haunts, Dutch food traditions, and hidden historical sites while enjoying delicious tastings and a private boat trip.
Experience the best of Amsterdam’s food and canals on this immersive tour. Discover local haunts, Dutch food traditions, and hidden historical sites while enjoying delicious tastings and a private boat trip.
- The Papeneiland Café - Begin your Amsterdam adventure with the city’s most iconic apple pie at this 400-year-old brown café, accompanied by your choice of coffee, cappuccino, or tea. This cherished family recipe has drawn locals and tourists alike for generations, including Bill Clinton!
- Prinsengracht - Embark on your journey in the Jordaan,…
- The Papeneiland Café - Begin your Amsterdam adventure with the city’s most iconic apple pie at this 400-year-old brown café, accompanied by your choice of coffee, cappuccino, or tea. This cherished family recipe has drawn locals and tourists alike for generations, including Bill Clinton!
- Prinsengracht - Embark on your journey in the Jordaan, a historic district shaped by workers, artists, and migrants. As you explore its canals and streets, uncover how its history has created the vibrant, close-knit community seen today.
- Vishandel Centrum - Discover a traditional Dutch fishmonger and taste herring and kibbeling. Watch as fresh fish is expertly prepared in the open kitchen, offering a genuine taste of local culinary traditions.
- Café De Poort Amsterdam - Relish four organic Goudas in the cozy, historic Café de Poort. Experience the rich flavors from young to aged cheeses in a classic brown café cherished by locals for its authentic ambiance.
- Brouwersgracht - Stroll along one of Amsterdam’s most picturesque canals, admiring the breathtaking 17th-century architecture while your guide shares tales of the city’s Golden Age and its impact on Dutch cuisine.
- Willemsstraat - De Gangen Willemstraat, known as “the hallways” or “the slums,” once housed the city’s poorest residents. These narrow alleys behind the homes were overcrowded and plagued by disease and hunger.
- Mama’s Koelkast - Mama Jane offers her homemade Surinamese rotirol, a flavorful highlight among authentic home-cooked meals from around the globe. Explore this unique catering shop where women share their culinary heritage.
- Pat’s Poffertjes Oude Leliestraat - Delight in a classic Dutch treat with freshly made poffertjes. These light, fluffy mini pancakes, served warm with butter and powdered sugar, provide a sweet and genuine taste of the Netherlands!
- Anne Frank House - Observe the exterior of this significant historical site as your guide provides insights into Amsterdam during WWII and its influence on the city’s culture and cuisine.
- Prinsengracht 261a - Enjoy crispy bitterballen with a glass of jenever at Café Dialoog, a charming brown café that combines traditional Dutch flavors with a warm, inviting atmosphere.
- Spaces Herengracht - Board a stunning vintage boat, cruise through Amsterdam’s canals, and learn all about its captivating history!

- Take a city stroll and meet local artisans, listening to their intriguing stories
- Local English-speaking guide
- Cruise along Amsterdam’s canals on a beautiful wooden saloon boat, while sipping jenever
- Try Dutch delicacies like crispy bitterballen and real apple pie
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- Take a city stroll and meet local artisans, listening to their intriguing stories
- Local English-speaking guide
- Cruise along Amsterdam’s canals on a beautiful wooden saloon boat, while sipping jenever
- Try Dutch delicacies like crispy bitterballen and real apple pie
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
Embark on an unforgettable culinary journey through Amsterdam with our food tour, as you glide along the city’s iconic canals aboard a beautifully restored wooden saloon boat.
Enjoy sipping on jenever and savoring steaming hot bitterballen, a cherished Dutch delicacy, while admiring the stunning scenery. Discover Amsterdam’s hidden backstreets, where…
Embark on an unforgettable culinary journey through Amsterdam with our food tour, as you glide along the city’s iconic canals aboard a beautifully restored wooden saloon boat.
Enjoy sipping on jenever and savoring steaming hot bitterballen, a cherished Dutch delicacy, while admiring the stunning scenery. Discover Amsterdam’s hidden backstreets, where local favorite dishes await, and meet the talented artisans behind the city’s remarkable cuisine.
Delve into the rich culinary culture of Amsterdam and treat your senses to this unique and delectable tour.
- This activity requires a minimum of 4 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Please make sure to arrive 15 minutes early so the tour can start on time. The boat must depart promptly, and unfortunately, if you miss it, you won’t be able to join the tour. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you’re sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.