Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan
Description
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!
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Itinerary
Meet your delightful local guide, ready to tailor the route to your preferences and ensure an unforgettable experience.
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?
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.
Step into Hans Egstorf, Amsterdam’s oldest bakery — serving buttery, gooey stroopwafels. Locals say it’s better than Belgian waffles (and we agree).
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.
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!
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.
A traditional 'brown café' nestled in the heart of the Jordaan district, Café Hegeraad has been a neighborhood staple for over a century.
Discover the picturesque charm and historical significance of our oldest canal, once a formidable defense moat safeguarding our city!
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.
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!
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.
Stunning area with 400 year old houses, tiny canals, houseboats and oh so tasty family run food stops !
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.
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Pickup Locations & Times
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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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- 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.
Reviews(129)
Great experience, Joeri was amazing. A lot of history and a lot of food. Jeri was so entertaining and knowledgeable. Would HIGHLY recommended
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re happy to hear Joeri made your private food and drinks tour such a great experience. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the mix of Amsterdam history, plenty of food, and his entertaining, knowledgeable guiding. We look forward to hosting you again on our public or private food tours. Best regards, Adam and Eve Food Tours.
Such a wonderful way to experience the city, the culture and the Dutch cuisine. Our guide, Todd Brown, brought us to such unique spots, carried our souvenirs in his backpack and had umbrellas for us if we needed them. We highly recommend this tour.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you had such a great experience with Todd — showing Amsterdam through local food, culture, and hidden spots is exactly what we aim for 😊 It’s also lovely to hear his thoughtful touches, from carrying souvenirs to being prepared with umbrellas, helped make the day even more enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and kind words! Best regards, Adam and Eve Food Tours.
This tour gave us exactly what we wanted in a new city: recommendations, tastings and samples of the best Amsterdam has to offer. Knowledgeable, friendly, flexible.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear the tour gave you exactly what you were looking for in Amsterdam 😊 Sharing great local recommendations, tastings, and hidden gems is exactly what we aim for. We truly appreciate your kind words about the friendly and flexible experience, and we hope to welcome you again someday! Best regards, Adam and Eve Food Tours.
We had an amazing food tour with Dennis! He took us all over town trying different foods throughout the city. Would highly recommend!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you had such an amazing time with Dennis — exploring Amsterdam through its food is exactly the experience we hope to create 😊 It’s fantastic that you enjoyed discovering so many different local flavors throughout the city. We truly appreciate your recommendation and kind words! Best regards, Adam and Eve Food Tours.
Great food tour! I would recommend Kees. He was an excellent guide and we had wonderful food and drinks.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you had such a great time with Kees — his friendly and knowledgeable style really makes the experience special. It’s fantastic that you enjoyed the food and drinks along the way. We truly appreciate your recommendation and kind words! Best regards, Adam and Eve Food Tours.
He made our food tour enjoyable and we left full of delicious food! I would recommend him and this tour.
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear you had such a great time with Kees — leaving full and happy is exactly what we aim for 😊 We truly appreciate your recommendation and kind words! Best regards, Adam and Eve Food Tours.
Dennis showed us around Amsterdam and showed us the most blatant food spots. He's a very easygoing cool guy, and my girlfriend and I liked and tasted everything, gladly again.
Vielen Dank für Ihre tolle Bewertung! Es freut uns sehr zu hören, dass Sie eine so gute Zeit mit Dennis hatten — seine entspannte Art und die Auswahl an besonderen Foodspots machen die Tour wirklich besonders. Schön, dass es Ihnen und Ihrer Freundin so gut gefallen hat. Sehr gerne wieder! Best regards, Adam and Eve Food Tours.
Lees was our guide and he made it fun and informative. Definitely recommended. I’m a picky eater but enjoyed trying a variety of foods
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the variety of foods — especially as a picky eater, that’s a big win 😊 Kees will be glad to know he made the experience both fun and informative. We truly appreciate your recommendation! Best regards, Adam and Eve Food Tours.
A great experience!! Todd was so friendly, took us to try very delicious food, is very knowledgeable and was very patient. Everything we tasted was delicious. We love Amsterdam! Thanks Todd!! You are the best!!
¡Muchísimas gracias por su hermosa reseña! Nos alegra muchísimo saber que tuvieron una gran experiencia con Todd. Es fantástico que disfrutaran la comida, su conocimiento y su paciencia durante el recorrido. Nos encanta que se hayan enamorado de Ámsterdam tanto como nosotros. ¡Gracias por sus palabras tan amables! Esperamos darles la bienvenida nuevamente en uno de nuestros tours gastronómicos públicos. Saludos cordiales, Adam and Eve Food Tours.
Kerr was such an amazing tour guide. We learned so much and had such great food. I highly recommend this tour!
Thank you so much, Amanda! We’re thrilled you loved the tour and had such a great time with our guide. It’s wonderful to hear you learned a lot and enjoyed the food along the way—exactly what we aim for. Thank you for the strong recommendation! We look forward to hosting you again on our public food tours. Best regards, Adam and Eve Food Tours.
