Amsterdam Food Tour: Authentic Dutch Tastings, Canals & Culture
Sherpa's Amsterdam food tour is a small-group walking tour that pairs authentic Dutch tastings with the city's culture and history. Your local guide leads you off the beaten path, through historic neighborhoods and the UNESCO canal ring, like a friend who knows every great spot.
This isn't just a food tour. Every bite comes with a piece of Amsterdam: why herring is eaten with onions and pickles, how Surinamese and Indonesian flavors became Dutch staples, and what 400 years of canal-trade history taste like today.
You'll sample local classics: aged Gouda, bitterballen, fresh herring, hand-cut fries, alongside local drinks, from milk to wine and beer. Come hungry: there's enough food to replace a meal. With a maximum of 10 guests, an intimate tour. We walk through the city and the canal belt, ending near the Rijksmuseum or the Anne Frank House.
This is a Sherpa Food Tour, part of our global collection of High-Fidelity Local Experiences for curious travelers and passionate food lovers.
NEW Amsterdam Breakfast Food Tour with Stroopwafel Workshop
This breakfast tour is designed for travelers who want more than just food: they want to experience Amsterdam like a local. Set in the lively De Pijp neighborhood, your morning unfolds at the famous Albert Cuyp Market, a cornerstone of daily Dutch life for over a century.
Begin in a family-run bakery with coffee and a freshly baked classic Dutch savory pastry. Then step into the market with your guide, where you’ll meet vendors and hand-pick ingredients like Gouda cheese and traditional ham.
These ingredients come to life at a welcoming lunch café, where your Dutch savory pancake is freshly prepared, simple, comforting, and deeply local.
As you walk, discover the stories behind De Pijp, from its artistic heritage to iconic local figures. Finish with a fun, hands-on stroopwafel workshop, crafting and tasting one of the Netherlands’ most beloved sweets.
Zaanse Schans, Lego Village, Giethoorn Day Tour Incl. Boat Cruise
This full day tour brings you to three places, which are Zaanse Schans, Lego Village and Giethoorn.
In the morning, you would visit a Dutch cheese factory, a wooden shoe factory and enjoy a royal diamond demonstration at Zaanse Schans; After that we will travel Zaandam City Center to see the famous 'Lego' building, You will have free time here to take photos as many as possible, or just walk around in the 'Lego' Village. After that, you will travel to Giethoorn, you would discover the 'Green Venice' of Holland and enjoy one hour free boat cruise in Giethoorn.
This 10 hours experience gives you a relaxed, memorable and enjoyable tour with lots of beautiful photos.The tour offers free hotel pick-up service in Amsterdam. Bottled water, power bank, umbrella are provided during whole trip.
Giethoorn Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam (Max. 8 People)
Join our day trip to picturesque Giethoorn in true OUYI TRAVEL style. In a small group with a minimum 5 persons and no larger than 9 persons. With a comfortable Van and take you to one of Holland most breath-taking destinations.
Our friendly and professional guide and driver has over 20 years of experience and because we only cater to small groups, there will be plenty of flexibility and quality.
With a nice private small boat, we will be able to show you the most beautiful parts of Giethoorn and share interesting stories about it. With a small private boat, we will be able to have enough flexibility to explore much more HIDDEN PEACEFUL PARTS of Giethoorn village along the old canals. With a good experienced boat captain, our guide will be able to drive a small boat fluently and safely through those chaotic " boat traffic jam", then, he will be a bit faster than others and can explore more to see! After that, you will also have ENOUGH time to explore the village at your own leisure.
Private walking tour Amsterdam. English or Spanish.
Enjoy a 3-hour private walking tour through the Historical Centre of Amsterdam and learn about the history, culture, architecture and some curious facts about the city. This visit which will give you useful information that will help you make the most out of your stay in this city. From the train station, you will head towards the place that used to be the city harbour, and explore some of the oldest neighborhoods, in a unique environment.
Amsterdam private tour to windmills, cheese farm and villages
Experience Holland with Holland Windmills, our small and local tour company. We are born and raised here and love to show you the best places during your holiday in Holland. We also love telling you stories about Holland!
See famous windmills, taste cheese, try wooden shoes and walk through scenic villages. We know the best sights, what to visit and where to eat. Let us take you places where the crowds don't go and explore Holland at your own pace.
Cheaper than a taxi, better than a big group tour and a lot more comfortable than organizing everything on your own. Ideal for couples, families and friends!
Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
Discover the city’s highlights in the best way possible. Take a boat trip on Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals in one of the newest electric boats.
Drink optional
Sit back and relax with a wine, beer or soda which you can book optional.
Small Group
We cruise with a maximum of 28 passengers
Guide language
Our skipper speaks English, but we have a free digital booklet with guided information in : English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, German, French & Italian.
Departure Location
We depart in front of Amsterdam Central Station.
Bad Weather?
Our boats can be open or covered, with the weather conditions in Amsterdam we decide on the day if we cruise open or with cover.
Highlights
During the cruise, admire the Canal Belt, the Skinny Bridge, the Dancing Houses, and much more. Listen to your local skipper’s stories as you take in the city sights.
Amsterdam Private Dinner Cruise incl Drinks & 2-course Dinner 2hr
The private dinner cruise is the perfect experience for those who would like to enjoy a unique dining experience in an intimate setting. Enjoy a 2 hours private canal cruise including a 2-course meal while floating through the Amsterdam canals. All drinks are included (except Champagne is available for an extra charge).
For this experience you will be able to choose from a couple of local and popular Amsterdam canal restaurants before the event:
The restaurant has extended options for fish, meat, vegetarian and vegan options.
Once you are onboard of our saloon boat, we will hand you out the a la carte menu. You order with the captain which will pick up the food from our local restaurant during the canal cruise. Sit back and relax while sailing through the historic city center!
Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, "Lego-houses" and Volendam Tour
Discover Dutch culture from Amsterdam! Visit Zaanse Schans, Zaandam "Lego-houses" taste cheese, and stroll through Volendam—with a bilingual English & Spanish guide. Leave bustling Amsterdam and within half an hour step into a world where time seems to stand still. Turning windmills, green wooden houses—you’re experiencing the Netherlands.
Our small-group tour (max 29 guests) takes you in a comfortable midi-bus.
Tour Highlights
Zaanse Schans: Step back in time. Admire historic windmills, stroll past green houses, and visit traditional workshops.
The Zaandam “LEGO” Houses
Photo stop at the iconic Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Zaandam — a modern Dutch landmark famous for its unique design that looks like a stack of LEGO blocks.
Authentic Cheese Farm: Discover cheese-making traditions and taste a variety of cheeses.
Volendam: Wander through a picturesque fishing village, explore colorful streets, and sample local treats.
Enjoy a comfortable ride in a small-group midibus
Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Amsterdam Private Walking Tour
Walk through Amsterdam with a professional guide that shows you Amsterdam during the World War II, through the eyes of Anne Frank. This 2 hour small group tour goes from the Old Jewish Quarter to the Jordaan District, where the Anne Frank House is located. Hear the full story of these dark days.
Amsterdam Hidden History Guided Walking Tour
Every city has its legends. Amsterdam has hundreds.
Some are based on real events. Others grew with every generation that retold them. During this walking tour, you'll discover how history and folklore became intertwined, and why these stories still shape the city today.
Together with one of our local guides, you'll explore more than ten remarkable locations in Amsterdam's historic centre, including the Begijnhof, the House with the Bloodstains and Dam Square.
Unlike traditional storytelling tours, we don't stop at the legend. Drawing on years of research in archives, old newspapers and historical collections, we compare myth with historical evidence. Sometimes the legend is closer to the truth than you might expect. Sometimes reality turns out to be even more remarkable.
During the tour you can also play our Urban Legend Bingo, spotting clues hidden in both the stories and the city around you.
Join us and discover the Amsterdam that history books don't tell on their own.
Amsterdam Castle, Cheese Farm & Utrecht City - Private Day Tour
This is a 100% private tour: your guide, your group, your day. You will not be joined by any other guests, and the entire tour is dedicated exclusively to you and your party.
Your guide will drive you directly to Muiderslot, also known as the "Amsterdam Castle." A professional, certified guide will take you through this beautiful castle and its unique collection, sharing its impressive history and strategic importance. After the visit, you'll head into the idyllic countryside, following rivers past country mansions, windmills and farmland, on the way to Utrecht with a stop at a family-owned cheese farm along the route.
In the graceful city of Utrecht, your guide will lead a walking tour of the city centre, taking in the highlights: the towering Domtoren, the distinctive canals, the Pope's House and hidden cloisters. Throughout the day you'll gain a rich understanding of Dutch and broader European history.
Distilling Class @ Spirited Union Rum Co. (Amsterdam)
This unique distilling class lets you make your own botanical rum while being in a state of the art distillery in Amsterdam.
Guided Walking Tour Amsterdam - Legends, History & Ghost Stories
Legends, History & Ghost Walking Tour in Amsterdam
Discover Amsterdam’s mysterious past on this guided walking tour of history, legends, and ghostly tales. Explore haunted streets, historic sites like “Ghost Alley” and the “Weeping Tower,” while learning about witches, criminals, and restless spirits that still linger in the city. Wander historic streets, uncover hidden stories, enjoy a sweet Dutch treat along the way, and take home a souvenir.
This interactive tour isn’t just stories — you’ll be challenged to spot the seven virtues and seven sins hidden in the tales. What makes our tour unique is how we connect legend and fact. We’ve dug deep into Amsterdam’s archives to uncover real events behind the whispers and love sharing the authentic source material. You’ll leave with fresh insights into the city’s dark past — and maybe some goosebumps.
Perfect for history buffs, fans of legends and mysteries, and curious travelers seeking a unique Amsterdam experience.
Amsterdam Champagne Private Canal Cruise
Enjoy unlimited Champagne from our wine climate cabinet while floating through the canals of Amsterdam.
The boat is one of a few which has the floating monument status in Amsterdam. Due to its historic character, built in 1912, earlier serving as a passenger transport boat between East and West Germany, this boat has unique history.
Unlike other boat tours, this tour is in an intimidate setting with your own group up to 12 people and a tour guide which is also the owner of the business to guarantee excellent service during your boat tour.
2 hours Amsterdam City Tour in Pedicab
The best way to visit the "bike friendly" city where most of bridges and canals are not accessible by car.
Private Day Trip from Amsterdam to Rotterdam and the Hague
Explore a different side of the Netherlands with this private 8-hour trip to Rotterdam, and the Hague.
The first stop is at the second city of the Netherlands called Rotterdam. Rotterdam is a super modern city filled with modern architecture and hidden gems. Here you will explore the many sights Rotterdam has to offer like the new Markthal, the famous Cube Houses, the Erasmus Bridge and the Townhall of Rotterdam. Learn about the history of the city and the modern architecture. At the beautiful markthal you are able to take a break to eat and drink something.
From here your guide will take you to the Hague the last stop of this tour. The Hague is the political center of the Netherlands, explore the many sights like the Parliament buildings, Noordeine Palace, Binnenhof and the City hall. Learn about the political situation of the Netherlands. Your guide will give you a tour of the Hague where he will tell you about all the sights and history of this beautiful city.
The Battle of Arnhem (from Amsterdam)
Explore the Battle of Arnhem on a private Operation Market Garden tour with a Dutch historical researcher and storyteller. We visit the places where the story unfolded: the drop zones near Wolfheze and Renkum, Oosterbeek, the former Hartenstein Hotel, the British perimeter, the Rhine crossing area, the Airborne Cemetery and John Frost Bridge.
This is not a standard group tour or fixed script. The day is private, flexible and adapted to your pace, interests and level of knowledge. We connect the military events with the human stories of soldiers, civilians and families caught in September 1944.
If you have a personal or family connection to Operation Market Garden, the route can often be adjusted around that story. The idea is simple: it’s your day, your journey — the principle behind Tour Guides for You.
Amsterdam German Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks option
Discover Amsterdam from the water on this relaxed 1-hour canal cruise with a German-speaking guide. Sit back on a comfortable 100% electric boat and enjoy the city’s iconic canals while listening to engaging stories in your own language.
Cruise through the UNESCO-listed canal belt, past the Jordaan district, the Golden Bend, the Skinny Bridge, and along the Amstel River. You may also pass landmarks such as the Anne Frank House and the Seven Bridges view.
Everything is clearly explained in German, so you won’t miss a detail. Your host shares insights into Amsterdam’s history, culture, and daily life, from the Golden Age to modern times, along with background stories and local tips.
With a small group on board, the atmosphere is relaxed and personal, with time for questions.
Optional unlimited drinks (wine, beer, and soft drinks) are available during the cruise.
Operation 45: An Adventure in Diamonds
Mystery City Games is reinventing the way people explore cities! Explore the city, solve puzzles and unlock the secrets of Amsterdam. You will look at the city in a whole new way!
You only play with who you bring - other bookings will get their own set to play.
Amsterdam History Walking Tour
This is the first tour in Spanish in Europe where you can choose the topics you want to know about. This activity is designed to visit some of the most beautiful places in the city, delve into history and, above all, so that you understand the culture and way of being Dutch.
The tour begins in Dam Square. From this initial point we will talk about the topics that you choose, within our selection. We will tour the old town and visit the most emblematic sites such as the famous Flower Market, the Jewish Quarter and the Amstel River. At the same time, we will delve into the history of famous Dutch icons such as the tulip, the bicycle, coffeeshops or its architecture.
If you come to Amsterdam you can't miss this tour. Enjoy your vacation to the fullest and return home with stories to tell. The city of freedom explained on demand. The most innovative and exclusive Tour of Amsterdam. We wait for you!
Get to know, enjoy, live Amsterdam
Hello Amsterdam: Small-Group Introduction Walking Tour
Amsterdam's Past, Present and Future - Explained through wonderful storytelling
Join us on this fresh, complete and immersive introduction to Amsterdam.
Discover how a small fishing village transformed into the richest city in the world and how one of the most liberal cities on our planet defines freedom. Find out how 180 nationalities unite in diversity and what it truly means to live here.
You'll learn all that through amazing and relatable storytelling and you'll learn all you need to know about all the topics Amsterdam is famous for.
So get ready to dive into the Amsterdam DNA!
Along the way, you'll see the sights and visit the places that matter - the birthplace of Amsterdam Dam Square, UNESCO heritage Canal Belt, one of our best coffeeshops, the world famous Red Light District and the iconic Jordaan neighbourhood.
After this tour, you'll walk away feeling like an insider, ready to make your experience in Amsterdam one you'll never forget.
90-min Amsterdam Light Festival Tour
On this special evening tour, you’ll see Amsterdam’s canals lit up with magical sculptures. From November 28 until January 19, light installations created by renowned artists will rise from the canals. These stunning artworks transform Amsterdam into an art lover’s paradise.
This private tour departs from Prinsengracht 375, located in the heart of the canal district. During the 90-minute tour, you can kick back in luxury, get close to the sculptures, and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks.
Our retractable roof protects you from harsh winter elements, so no need to worry about being too chilly. We have blankets on board, and our boats feature heated seats to keep you extra cozy.
This tour is the perfect way to experience the season’s festivities while avoiding noisy crowds and bad weather. It’s a seasonal tour that fills up fast, so don’t miss your chance! Book now to take advantage of this unique opportunity.
NDSM Street Art Tour (CYHIT)
Discover the rebellious, artistic side of Amsterdam on a guided walk through NDSM Wharf, home to some of the city's most impressive street art and alternative culture
Join us for an immersive journey through NDSM Wharf, the city’s former shipyard turned creative playground, where massive murals, hidden artworks, graffiti pieces, and alternative culture come together in one of Amsterdam’s most fascinating neighborhoods.
Led by passionate local guides with deep roots in the street art scene, this tour goes beyond simply looking at walls. You'll uncover the stories behind the artworks, learn how graffiti evolved from the streets of New York into a global cultural movement, and discover why the Netherlands played such an important role in the history of graffiti and street art.
Come discover a side of Amsterdam most visitors never see!