Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam
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Is Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam worth booking?
Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam is a 3.5-hour experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, from $1 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 704 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (704)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $1 per person
Visit the beautiful windmill village Zaanse Schans. Here you will experience all that is typical Dutch in just a few hours. See the historic working windmills of Zaanse Schans and the wooden green painted houses and shop
What you get
About this experience
Visit the beautiful windmill village Zaanse Schans. Here you will experience all that is typical Dutch in just a few hours. See the historic working windmills of Zaanse Schans and the wooden green painted houses and shops. Learn about cheese making and watch traditional craftsmen making clogs and other artifacts. A professional, experienced and friendly guide will accompany you throughout the village before you get time to further explore the village on your own.
What's included
Included
- Visit clog museum (wooden shoemaker shop)
- Amsterdam Canal Cruise Voucher ( if option selected)
- Visit cheesefarm incl. Dutch cheese tasting
- Windmill Cruise Zaanse Schans (if option selected)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Multi - Lingual Guided tour
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entry fee inside windmills at Zaanse Schans
What you'll see and do
Zaanse Schans
From Amsterdam we take you to the windmill village Zaanse Schans. Zaanse Schans is an open air museum that houses a collection of working windmills, wooden houses, barns and shops dating back to the 18th and 19th Century. All these buildings were brought here from 1961 on, bringing back to life this most prosperous period of the Zaan region.
150 minutes here
Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm
Learn how Dutch cheese is being made in a farm and of course taste some real Dutch farmer cheese!
30 minutes here
Kooijman Souvenirs & Clogs Wooden Shoe Workshop
You will visit the clog museum annex wooden shoemaker shop, here you will watch traditional craftsmen at work, making clogs and other artefacts
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Amsterdam
Check-in is at the white Stromma building (Stationsplein 4), a 1-min walk from Amsterdam Central's city-side exit. Look straight ahead/slightly left across the square. Search "Stromma Central Station" on Google Maps; do not follow pins pointing to a bus yard. Arrive 15 mins early.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Check-in is at the white Stromma building (Stationsplein 4), a 1-min walk from Amsterdam Central's city-side exit. Look straight ahead/slightly left across the square. Search "Stromma Central Station" on Google Maps; do not follow pins pointing to a bus yard. Arrive 15 mins early.
Options you can book
Tour in Spanish
This tour will be with a bilingual guide Spanish and English
Tour in English + CanalCruise
Extra information: This tour will be with a bilingual guide. Option includes an open departure ticket for a 1-Hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise instructions: Voucher for the Canal Cruise, valid for a few days and usable at your leisure. tickets cannot be collected before the tour.
Tour in German
Multilingual Tour in German: This tour will be with a bilingual guide German and English
English + Windmill Cruise
Windmill Cruise Zaanse Schans : Choose this option for a 30-minute cruise along the River Zaan, sailing past the iconic Dutch windmills.
Tour in English
Extra information: This tour will be with a bilingual guide
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tour Company B.V.
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that the tour bus is parked a short walk away. After checking in, guests will take an approximate 7-minute walk with the guide to the coach boarding area.
- If the Canal Cruise option is selected, you will receive an independent voucher at check-in. This cruise is not connected to the bus tour itinerary; it is a separate voucher valid for use at your own leisure over the following days
- Strollers and luggage can be accommodated in the storage compartment beneath the coach bus. Please note that bringing these items is at your own risk, and the tour company assumes no liability for personal property.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 707 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
707 verified traveler reviews for Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Must do tour, you won’t be disappointed!
If you are staying at The Movenpick Hotel, the bus is about a 1/2 mile right on the harbour. We walked a mile to the meeting point across from Amsterdam Central Station, only to double back with the tour guide and 40+ people. If we had known I would have contacted the tour guide to see if we could meet them at the tour bus area. It was a fantastic tour and our guide Anna was great!!
via Viator
Too long
I booked it because it to see the windmills and because it was only three and a half hours long but they decided to add on another site making it an extra hour and a half longer. I could have done without the additional time.
via Viator
Diedrich adds value to this experience
Diedrich was very nice and informative. What to see, where to go, how to make the most of your experience. We also talked about the monkey preserve in Ubud, Bali. I highly recommend Diedrich if you are lucky enough to get him.
via Viator
True Dutch Experience
We had a lovely informative guide who explained everything well. The area was a true Dutch experience. Watching the clog making, hearing about the cheese making, which included tasting about 35 different cheeses was a treat. The windmills were very large ones. You could even go up in one if you wanted. I would recommend this experience and very close to Amsterdam City.
via Viator
Amazing place.
Amazing place, one of the very few places we have taken tours to, well, we would have liked a little bit more free time. Highly recommended.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $1 to $56
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 246
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Amsterdam.
How much does Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam cost?
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Prices start at $1 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 Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam take?
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Plan for about 3.5 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 Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 704 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 Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam?
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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 Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam?
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Around 246 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 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam 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 Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group, Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam's Highlights & Hidden Gems, Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise including Cocktails & Snacks. 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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