
Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 160 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan worth booking?
Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan is a 4-hour experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, from $170 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 160 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (160)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $170 per person
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 you get
About this experience
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
Included
- Hotel/ship pickup on foot within central Amsterdam for a convenient, personal start to your tour.
- 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.
- Private Expert Guide — Have fun with insider tips and unique perspectives on Amsterdam.
- Local Drinks like Wine, Jenver or Tea, Coffee, Soda.
- 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.
Not included
- Tips for your guide (possible — cash, card, PayPal, or Venmo accepted).
- (Private) Boat tour after your food tour? No problem — we can tip you off to the best options.
What you'll see and do
Amsterdam North
Meet your delightful local guide, ready to tailor the route to your preferences and ensure an unforgettable experience.
10 minutes here
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 here · Admission included
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 here
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 here · Admission included
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.
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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!
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Begijnhof
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.
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A traditional 'brown café' nestled in the heart of the Jordaan district, Café Hegeraad has been a neighborhood staple for over a century.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Singel
Discover the picturesque charm and historical significance of our oldest canal, once a formidable defense moat safeguarding our city!
10 minutes here · Admission included
Anne Frank House
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.
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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 here
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 here
The Jordaan
Stunning area with 400 year old houses, tiny canals, houseboats and oh so tasty family run food stops !
20 minutes here
Anne Frank House
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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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Amsterdam
Spuistraat 330 - Arrive early? Grab a toothpick and start tasting 10 delicious cheeses in the front of the store. At the start time of the tour, the guide will wait for you in the basement.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
We usually end the tour 10 min walk from the Anne Frank House and 15 min walk from the start point Gastrovino. However no 2 tours are the same and its a private tour so simply ask your guide :)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Adam & Eve Amsterdam Food Tours
Know before you go
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 157 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
157 verified traveler reviews for Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic Food Tour
Joeri gave us a phenomenal tour of Amsterdam and the food scene. We got to try a bit of everything and learned all about the city along the way. Was a grand time! Highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Food Tour
This is. Great introduction to Dutch food and some of the neighborhoods of Amsterdam. Our guide, Kees was our guide. He was very knowledgeable about Amsterdam and proud of its food scene and history. Great conversation
Response from the operator: Thank you for this. A good introduction to Dutch food and to a few Amsterdam neighbourhoods is exactly what Kees sets out to give on a private tour, and he really is proud of the food scene and the history here, as you noticed. Good conversation along the way makes all the difference, so we are glad you had that too. If you are ever back, the Wine and Cheese Tasting makes a nice slower afternoon. Best regards, Adam and Eve Amsterdam Food Tours
via Tripadvisor
Food and Drink Tour with Dennis
We had such a great time on our food tour in Amsterdam with Dennis! He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience so much fun. We got to try a variety of delicious local foods while also learning more about Amsterdam. Dennis did a great job making the tour feel personal and relaxed, and he had so many great recommendations and stories along the way. Everything we tried was delicious, and it was such a fun way to experience the city beyond the typical tourist spots. Highly recommend booking this tour, especially if you’re a foodie! And if you get Dennis as your guide, you’re in for a great experience!
Response from the operator: Hi Megan, what a lovely review, thank you. Dennis always tries to make a private tour feel personal and relaxed, like wandering the city with a friend who happens to know where the good food is. It is great to hear his recommendations and stories took you beyond the usual tourist spots. If you come back, the Bike Food Tour is a fun way to see even more of Amsterdam with a guide. Best regards, Adam and Eve Amsterdam Food Tours
via Tripadvisor
Amsterdam is delicious!!!
Such an amazing experience with wonderful food! Highly recommended!!
Response from the operator: Amsterdam is delicious is a headline we fully agree with. Thank you for choosing a private tour with us, and we are so glad the food and the experience were amazing. Best regards, Adam and Eve Amsterdam Food Tours
via Tripadvisor
Food, Facts, and Fun with Todd
Todd introduced us to fabulous food mixed with interesting facts all with an endearing personality! It is a must do tour when visiting Amsterdam. Ask for Tood as he will make your trip enjoyable!
Response from the operator: Food, facts and fun is a headline Todd will want framed. Thank you for the lovely review and for telling people to ask for him, that means a lot to a guide. We are glad the private tour felt like a must do. Next time you are in town, our Bike Food Tour is a fun follow up. Best regards, Adam and Eve Amsterdam Food Tours
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $170 to $275
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 56
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Adam & Eve Amsterdam Food Tours, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.1.
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Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Amsterdam.
How much does Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan cost?
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Prices start at $170 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Amsterdam usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Amsterdam is not rushed.
Is Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 160 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Amsterdam, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan?
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Around 56 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Amsterdam can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Amsterdam and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Amsterdam within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?
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On Outty we rank every Amsterdam experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Amsterdam Food and Cultural Tour with 10 Tastings, Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group, Amsterdam 90 minutes Canal Cruise with bar and snacks on board.. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Amsterdam?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan?
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Included: Hotel/ship pickup on foot within central Amsterdam for a convenient, personal start to you; Dietary needs welcome — vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, and common allergies accommo; Go Dutch: Run by Adam & Eve, a 100% Dutch boutique tour with 3,000+ 5-star reviews; Private Expert Guide — Have fun with insider tips and unique perspectives on Amsterdam; and Local Drinks like Wine, Jenver or Tea, Coffee, Soda. Not included: Tips for your guide (possible — cash, card, PayPal, or Venmo accepted); and (Private) Boat tour after your food tour? No problem — we can tip you off to the best opti. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 162 listed pickup locations in and around Amsterdam.
What languages is Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Our private tours typically cover around 1.5 miles (2.5 km) at an easy pace, with plenty o. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Amsterdam. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Amsterdam Private Food & Drinks Tour by UNESCO Canals & Jordaan?
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Across 160 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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