Amsterdam
Ultimate Amsterdam food experience
Local Food & Drink Tastings • 3 hours
5.0
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Ultimate Amsterdam food experience
From strooppwafels, herring, and Dutch cheese to surprising Indonesian dishes, try some of the best local foods in the bohemian Jordaan district
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Join a host to uncover Amsterdam’s food culture and taste the classic local dishes found in the Jordaan area
- Explore the 17th century, bohemian Jordaan neighborhood whilst eating and drinking your way around its markets, cafes, street food stalls, and local delis
- Sample 8 local dishes and drinks, from traditional Dutch foods like herring to Indonesian dishes as well as some locally brewed craft beer or coffee
- Try artisanal produce like smoked sausage and locally made Dutch cheeses
- Get recommendations from your host regarding other places to eat and drink at in the city
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
6-8 foods to taste selected by your host, based on your preferences and dietary requirements
2 beers or soft drinks
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Additional food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Spend some time in the Jordaan district of Amsterdam, an artsy bohemian area that reads like a grid of tiny lanes jam-packed with quirky bars, Indonesian eateries, and food stalls. In a personalized experience with one of our Amsterdam hosts by your side, you will eat and drink your way through this historic neighborhood, gaining a feel for the flavors of Amsterdam and her heritage.
Dutch cheese is world-renowned, so dive into as many samples as you can stomach, or try some Dutch herring. The local method of consumption is to grab the tiny fish by its tail and… bottoms up!
Let your host lead you from bars to eateries and ask them about traditional Dutch food. You might be surprised to learn that Indonesian food (Indonesia is a former Dutch colony) has made a large impression on the cuisine scene in Amsterdam.
The Dutch are also the world’s largest consumers of licorice (drop). Who knew? Why not purchase some far-out flavor as a present for those back home?
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Regen
Jul 2024
Anna was so friendly. She shared so much information about Amsterdam and the food scene. She had a plan but was able to be very flexible. Bery nice evening.
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Lance
Apr 2024
We had a great time being shown around by Alan. Fantastic afternoon out and about in Amsterdam.
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Rob
Oct 2023
Anna is a very warm and thoughtful guide - she tailored the experience to my interests. I felt that I experienced Amsterdam closer to that of a local. Thank you to Anna
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Rob
Oct 2023
I very much appreciated that she met me at my hotel- she is a very considerate guide!
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Laci
Dec 2022
“Alan was our tour guide and amazing! after 30 years of living in Amsterdam, he was able to effortlessly show us around, focusing on our specific areas of interest. The tour felt very personalized to us. We munched on delicious snacks, chatted about the city and its history, and collected so many helpful recommendations for the remainder of our trip. Strongly recommend booking this tour on your first day- excellent value, charming tour guide- THANK YOU, ALAN!”
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Karen
Sep 2022
One of the best food tours ever. It was good to see the non tourist side of Amsterdam.
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