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Where to Eat in Netherlands: the 15 Best Food Tours

34 tours  ·  from $12 a head

Good food tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour - Meeting at Stationsplein 4 near Central Station
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Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour

1.Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,826 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $22Our pick

From Amsterdam Central, you’ll ride a comfortable coach to Zaanse Schans for a guided walk, clog-making demonstration, Dutch cheese tasting, and free time among historic windmills. Guides such as Rob, William, and Eveline add lively local context. The $22 tour is a handy choice when you want traditional Holland without arranging transport yourself.

“excellent tour. guide was very good and knowledgeable. also witty too”

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10 Tastes of Amsterdam: Food Tour by UNESCO Canals and Jordaan - Herring before 4 p.m.
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10 Tastes of Amsterdam: Food Tour by UNESCO Canals and Jordaan

2.10 Tastes of Amsterdam: Food Tour by UNESCO Canals and Jordaan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,020 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102Top rated

Spend three hours walking Amsterdam with a local guide such as Dennis, Maria, Kees, or Joeri, stopping for about 10 Dutch tastings. Expect Gouda, stroopwafels, herring, chocolate, poffertjes, drinks, canal views, and stories in a group of up to 12. Vegetarian and pescetarian choices are available.

“The food is amazing & Dennis shared many great facts about the town. We had a wonderful time & would highly recommend this tour.”

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Amsterdam Jordaan Food & Drinks Tour with Eating Europe - Papeneiland and Amsterdam’s famous apple pie
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Amsterdam Jordaan Food & Drinks Tour with Eating Europe

3.Amsterdam Jordaan Food & Drinks Tour with Eating Europe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,425 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $110

Spend about three hours eating through Jordaan with an English-speaking guide and a maximum of 12 people. Visit cafés, shops, and neighborhood eateries for apple pie, herring, Gouda, poffertjes, bitterballen, jenever, and international flavors. Guides such as Gerard, Elena, Danielle, Paul, and Stephanie are praised for adding local stories and a friendly touch.

“Danielle was a gem of a guide. Experienced, knowledgeable, engaged, passionate. While the food we tasted at her special out of the way places was diverse I would have enjoyed a more substantial course during our food journey.”

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Amsterdam: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings - Begijnhof brings a quieter side of Amsterdam
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Amsterdam: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

4.Amsterdam: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 838 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $93

Join Roman or another English or French-speaking guide for a 3.5-hour walking tour through central Amsterdam. Taste eight Dutch favorites, including herring, kibbeling, cheese, bitterballen, fries, stroopwafels, grilled cheese, and apple tart while seeing the Flower Market, Begijnhof, Royal Palace, Westerkerk, Anne Frank House, and Jordaan.

“Great way to discover the city ! Roman was really nice funny helpful and passionate”

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Zaanse Schans and Cheese Tasting Guided Tour from Amsterdam - Zaanse Schans: windmills with a museum setting
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Zaanse Schans and Cheese Tasting Guided Tour from Amsterdam

5.Zaanse Schans and Cheese Tasting Guided Tour from Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 661 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Travel by coach from central Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans for working windmills, a clog workshop, and Dutch cheese tasting. Guides such as Rick, Anna, Evelyn, and Rob have been praised for clear commentary, though meeting the bus can require a walk. The optional canal cruise voucher adds value if you have time afterward.

“Very pleasant and helpful tour guide. This is a good way to see the key tourist points and get the tourist experience in a short time.”

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Eating Amsterdam: Food Tour & Canals Cruise - Four Gouda cheeses in a brown café
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Eating Amsterdam: Food Tour & Canals Cruise

6.Eating Amsterdam: Food Tour & Canals Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 496 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $163

Spend 3.5 hours eating through Amsterdam’s Jordaan with an English-speaking guide, tasting apple pie, herring, Gouda, Surinamese roti, poffertjes, bitterballen, and jenever. The final hour is a canal cruise on a vintage wooden boat. Guides such as Paul, Gerard, Elena, and Bart are known for adding local stories and practical city tips.

“If you're a foodie visiting Amsterdam, this 3-hour food tour is an absolute must! From the very first bite to the last, this tour was a delightful adventure through the city’s best eateries, showcasing a mix of traditional Dutch flavors and modern twists. We started in a charming, bustling neighborhood where our guide, Gerard, a local expert, immediately made us feel welcome. Not only was he incredibly knowledgeable, but his passion for Amsterdam’s culinary scene was contagious. He took us to hidden gems, offering insights into the history behind each dish, which added a personal touch to the experience. We began with apple pie - paired perfectly with a strong…”

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Amsterdam High-End Dutch Food & History Tour - Up to 8 guests - Sunday and Monday offer a different food profile
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Amsterdam High-End Dutch Food & History Tour – Up to 8 guests

7.Amsterdam High-End Dutch Food & History Tour – Up to 8 guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 482 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $157

Spend about four hours tasting Dutch apple pie, herring, eel, cheeses, Indonesian satay and bitterballen with a guide such as Rudolph, Jan, or Catharina. The route changes by day, with up to eight people and stops at old cafés, markets, family shops, and a former Dutch West India Company headquarters.

“The tour is a fun 4hr tour full of the history of Amsdertam and some if the favorite food of the city. Our tour guide was excellent. She was funny, extremely knowledgable, and is a real local of the area we toured. She had an excellent relationship with all the vendors that we visited. She was very engaged with each person on the tour.”

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A'DAM LOOKOUT Entry Ticket with Food & Drink Options - The 360-degree view from 100 meters
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A’DAM LOOKOUT Entry Ticket with Food & Drink Options

8.A’DAM LOOKOUT Entry Ticket with Food & Drink Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 420 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $24

Cross the free ferry from Amsterdam Central Station to A'DAM Tower, then ride the lift to the 22-story LOOKOUT for 360-degree city views, interactive exhibits, and a rooftop bar. Choose a drink, burger, Madam restaurant, or Moon restaurant package. The Over the Edge swing costs extra.

“Nice and very elegant. But as a person who is visiting they should perhaps have a shuttle from the center to the ferry. I was a bit confused as to if I could stop a cab. Luckily, the driver advised me to stop one in the street not from the ferry point as they would charge me a bit more. So I walked a little further out in order to get a cab. I enjoyed the pictures, and the elevator ride. The only thing I didn't do was the swing!! I am afraid of heights hahaha. Still an awesome experience and just a free ferry ride over.”

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Amsterdam's Market Street Food Tour with Streat Bites - What the route feels like in practice
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Amsterdam’s Market Street Food Tour with Streat Bites

9.Amsterdam’s Market Street Food Tour with Streat Bites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 398 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $133

Spend about three hours tasting Amsterdam’s best market foods around Albert Cuyp Market in De Pijp. Your English-speaking local guide leads a group of no more than 12 to family-run food stops for Dutch fries, herring, stroopwafels, snacks, drinks, and edible souvenirs. Vegetarian options are available, but vegan choices are limited.

“Great local guide who took us to family owned and truly authentic spots to enjoy delicious tastes! She was so informative and loves sharing the local culture via food! Highly recommend her tour!”

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Amsterdam Food Tour of 10+ Local Classic Tastings in Jordaan Area - Poffertjes, cheese, and the sweet opening
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Amsterdam Food Tour of 10+ Local Classic Tastings in Jordaan Area

10.Amsterdam Food Tour of 10+ Local Classic Tastings in Jordaan Area

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 334 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $118

Spend about three hours walking Amsterdam’s Jordaan with a guide such as Holly, Lorina, Jules, or Helen. Taste poffertjes, Dutch cheese, herring, kibbeling, bitterballen, apple cake, local beer, and a secret dish while seeing the Westertoren, Homomonument, and Anne Frank House area. Groups are capped at 12, with private tours available.

“Holly was great it ended up being a private tour which was unique. However, it was beneficial as we got the best experience. Thank you so much.”

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Amsterdam: Jordaan District Local Food Walking Tour - Jordaan’s story, from workers’ quarter to fashionable address
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Amsterdam: Jordaan District Local Food Walking Tour

11.Amsterdam: Jordaan District Local Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 311 reviews · 3 hours · from $101

Spend three hours walking Amsterdam’s Jordaan with an English-speaking guide such as Gerard, Danielle, Elena, or Rozanne. Stop at six local eateries for Dutch and international bites, drinks, and stories about food, trade, canals, and the neighborhood’s change from working-class quarter to fashionable district.

“Rozanne was an awesome guide, her food, Jordaan and Amsterdam facts were very entertaining, and all the food was delicious and restaurants and staff were all very nice. Great time overall!”

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Amsterdam Food Tour: +10 Tastes, Culture and Canals with Sherpa - Waterlooplein: a market with several layers
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Amsterdam Food Tour: +10 Tastes, Culture and Canals with Sherpa

12.Amsterdam Food Tour: +10 Tastes, Culture and Canals with Sherpa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 241 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Spend 3.5 hours walking from Waterlooplein to the Jordaan while tasting more than 10 Dutch and international dishes and drinks. Local guides such as Maddie, Anna, Ginevra, and Geeny lead small groups of no more than 10 through markets, cafés, cheese shops, and neighborhood eateries. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available with advance notice.

“Loved all the non-traditional places we stopped to get authentic tastes of the city. Our guide was a great story teller and made the tour so much more!”

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Amsterdam Private Food Tour with Local Including 6 or 10 Tastings - Cheese, herring, and the value of small portions
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Amsterdam Private Food Tour with Local Including 6 or 10 Tastings

13.Amsterdam Private Food Tour with Local Including 6 or 10 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 184 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $148

Spend about three hours with a private local host around Albert Cuyp Market, Museumplein, and De Pijp. Expect bitterballen, herring, cheese, kibbeling, stroopwafels, Surinamese dishes, beer, and other drinks. Guides such as Mayra, Christa, Olga, Martin, and Arunabha tailor the route to your tastes, allergies, and pace.

“Our food tour guide Arunabha was amazing! Every food item tasted great (definitely opt for the 10 tastings), the beer choice was some of the best beer I've ever had, and the tidbits of history we got (both food and city related) were intriguing. Arunabha also gave us great restaurant recommendations (ask him for his Indonesian pick), specific directions to activities we were planning to do later in the day, and also made a quick pit spot to help pick up a item someone in our party wanted to get!”

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Amsterdam: Guided Cultural Food Tour in English or German - Starting beneath the white obelisk at Dam Square
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Amsterdam: Guided Cultural Food Tour in English or German

14.Amsterdam: Guided Cultural Food Tour in English or German

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 137 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $70

Spend 2.5 hours walking central Amsterdam with an English or German guide such as Sanja, Justin, Josh, or another member of the team. Expect herring, fries, cheese, coffee, sweets, and multicultural snacks, plus stories at Dam Square, the canals, Multatuli Statue, and Begijnhof. The public group has up to 15 people.

“Es war alles top. Vielleicht noch etwas mehr an einer Gracht machen”

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Amsterdam: Food Tour with Drinks by Spui, Canals and Jordaan - Gouda, wine and the first tastes near Spui
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Amsterdam: Food Tour with Drinks by Spui, Canals and Jordaan

15.Amsterdam: Food Tour with Drinks by Spui, Canals and Jordaan

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 128 reviews · 3 hours · from $116

Join a small English-speaking group for 3 hours of Dutch food and drink in Spui, the UNESCO canal belt and Jordaan. Expect 10 tastings, including Gouda, herring, stroopwafels, bitterballen and Indonesian or Surinamese dishes, with guides such as Joeri, Todd, Dennis and Katya bringing local stories to the walk.

“Our tour Aarry was excellent and very informative. There was ample of food with great variation. My grandchildren 12 and 18 loved the tour. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Amsterdam”

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New in Netherlands Food Tours

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★ 4.0Amsterdam Self-Guided Food Tour in De Pijp NeighbourhoodFrom $1131 reviews
★ 4.5Amsterdam Private Culinary Kickstart TourFrom $14525 reviews
★ 5.0Amsterdam Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat BetterFrom $9030 reviews
★ 5.0Amsterdam : Guided Cultural Food TourFrom $10226 reviews
★ 4.6Rotterdam: Guided Walking Food TourFrom $10555 reviews
★ 4.8Rotterdam: Food Tour by BikeFrom $11731 reviews
★ 4.9Amsterdam: Guided Food Tour with TastingsFrom $7949 reviews
★ 4.9Amsterdam: Jordaan Food Tour of 10+ Local Classic TastingsFrom $11531 reviews
★ 4.2Amsterdam canal cruise with culinary burger or cheese & wineFrom $4029 reviews
★ 4.9Amsterdam: Ben’s Local Food Tour – 8 TastingsFrom $7724 reviews

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