Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
3 to 4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview
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!
What's Included
- 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.
- Go Dutch: Run by Adam & Eve, a 100% Dutch boutique tour with 3,000+ 5-star reviews.
- A personalised to-do list to kickstart your stay in Amsterdam
- 10 tastings at 5+ Amsterdam eateries — from stroopwafels to Gouda & wine, enough for a Dutch meal.
- Private Expert Guide — Have fun with insider tips and unique perspectives on Amsterdam.
- (Private) Boat tour after your food tour? No problem — we can tip you off to the best options.
- Tips for your guide (possible — cash, card, PayPal, or Venmo accepted).
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
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Pickup details
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
Spuistraat
1012 VX Amsterdam, Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
Westermarkt
1016 GV Amsterdam, Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Amsterdam
Meet your delightful local guide, ready to tailor the route to your preferences and ensure an unforgettable experience.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
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 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
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 minutes • Admission 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 — your guide may adjust the route based on your interests and the day’s best tastings. (Pass by)
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!
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.
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. Understand Dutch mean by "Gezellig" with a local beer or their renowned homemade apple pie.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Singel
Discover the picturesque charm and historical significance of our oldest canal, once a formidable defense moat safeguarding our city!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
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 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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 minutes • Admission 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 tastes and interests. (Pass by)
The Jordaan
Stunning area with 400 year old houses, tiny canals, houseboats and oh so tasty family run food stops !
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-375412P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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What is the cancellation policy for the Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- 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.
- Go Dutch: Run by Adam & Eve, a 100% Dutch boutique tour with 3,000+ 5-star reviews.
- A personalised to-do list to kickstart your stay in Amsterdam.
- 10 tastings at 5+ Amsterdam eateries — from stroopwafels to Gouda & wine, enough for a Dutch meal.
- Private Expert Guide — Have fun with insider tips and unique perspectives on Amsterdam.
The following is NOT included:
- (Private) Boat tour after your food tour? No problem — we can tip you off to the best options.
- Tips for your guide (possible — cash, card, PayPal, or Venmo accepted).
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- 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.
- Go Dutch: Run by Adam & Eve, a 100% Dutch boutique tour with 3,000+ 5-star reviews.
- A personalised to-do list to kickstart your stay in Amsterdam
- 10 tastings at 5+ Amsterdam eateries — from stroopwafels to Gouda & wine, enough for a Dutch meal.
- Private Expert Guide — Have fun with insider tips and unique perspectives on Amsterdam.
- (Private) Boat tour after your food tour? No problem — we can tip you off to the best options.
- Tips for your guide (possible — cash, card, PayPal, or Venmo accepted).
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
