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.