Amsterdam Jordaan District Small-Group Tasting Walking Tour
Greet your guide in Amsterdam’s sophisticated Jordaan district and get an engaging introduction to Jordaan's culinary traditions, a former working-class neighborhood that has transformed into a fashionable gastronomic hub. Amble along the UNESCO World Heritage-listed waterways, passing specialty cafes and esteemed restaurants, on your way to some of the locals’ favorite foodie hotspots. Rub shoulders with Dutch patrons as you visit eight authentic shops and eateries that keep ancient Dutch food traditions alive. Indulge in Dutch classics like the city's best apple pie at a 400-year-old café, aged Gouda paired with wine, crispy bitterballen with traditional jenever, and "Dutch sashimi" (pickled herring). You'll also discover Indonesian and Surinamese influences that most tourists never experience. Enjoy included drinks throughout your tour as you listen to entertaining anecdotes and fascinating facts about the region's unique cuisine. Enrich your knowledge of Dutch history at prominent landmarks like Anne Frank’s House, then bid your guide farewell at the tour's original departure point.
Highlights
- ✓Gain insight you'd otherwise miss thanks to a local guide
- ✓Visit local eateries to enjoy several authentic Dutch food tastings
- ✓Enjoy the relaxed pace and feel of a small-group tour
- ✓Small-group tour limited to 12 ensures a more personalized experience
What you'll see & do
- ✓Start with Amsterdam's most legendary apple pie at this 400-year-old brown café. Paired with your choice of coffee, cappuccino, or tea, you'll discover why this family recipe has attracted locals and visitors (including Bill Clinton) for generations.
- ✓Jordaan, one of Amsterdam’s most characterful neighborhoods, was once home to workers, artists, and migrants. Its narrow streets and canals tell stories of resilience, creativity, and community that continue to shape daily life today.
- ✓Taste fresh herring and crispy kibbeling at a classic Dutch fishmonger. Watch skilled fishmongers prepare the herring in the open back area while soaking up authentic local atmosphere.
- ✓Taste a selection of organic Gouda cheeses at a historic Café. This traditional brown café offers a warm, authentic setting to enjoy the rich flavors of Dutch cheese at different stages of aging.
- ✓Walk along one of Amsterdam's most beautiful canals, admiring the stunning 17th-century architecture while your guide shares stories of the city's Golden Age and its influence on Dutch cuisine.
- ✓De Gangen Willemstraat, known as "the hallways" or "the slums," were once home to the city’s poorest residents. Cramped and overcrowded, these narrow alleys behind the houses were plagued by disease and hunger.
- ✓Eat herring “the Amsterdam way” in the best fish shop in the Jordaan. As well as perfectly fried cod fish!
- ✓Stop by and enjoy a classic Dutch treat. Watch as fluffy poffertjes are made fresh on the griddle, then served warm with butter and powdered sugar. A sweet taste of the Netherlands!
- ✓View the exterior of this poignant historical site as your guide provides context about Amsterdam during WWII and its impact on the city's culture and cuisine.
- ✓End your tour with crispy bitterballen and a smooth glass of jenever. Enjoy this classic Dutch pairing in a cozy, nostalgic brown café beloved by locals.
What's included
- ✓Local English-speaking guide
- ✓Enjoy 12 Dutch food tastings & 4 drinks, from savory bites to something worth raising a glass over
- ✓Enter a cafe that’s more than 400 years old, and taste their famous apple pie
- ✓Taste mouthwatering Dutch treats like crispy deep fried fish, cheese, bitterballen, and more
- ✓Expert English speaking Guide
- ✓‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- ✓Enjoy enough tastings for a full meal, featuring local dishes at every stop
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✓Extra drinks
Good to know
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
Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies can't participate in this activity for their safety.
This activity requires a minimum of 4 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Amsterdam Jordaan District Small-Group Tasting Walking Tour
Greet your guide in Amsterdam’s sophisticated Jordaan district and get an engaging introduction to Jordaan's culinary traditions, a former working-class neighborhood that has transformed into a fashionable gastronomic hub. Amble along the UNESCO World Heritage-listed waterways, passing specialty cafes and esteemed restaurants, on your way to some of the locals’ favorite foodie hotspots. Rub shoulders with Dutch patrons as you visit eight authentic shops and eateries that keep ancient Dutch food traditions alive. Indulge in Dutch classics like the city's best apple pie at a 400-year-old café, aged Gouda paired with wine, crispy bitterballen with traditional jenever, and "Dutch sashimi" (pickled herring). You'll also discover Indonesian and Surinamese influences that most tourists never experience. Enjoy included drinks throughout your tour as you listen to entertaining anecdotes and fascinating facts about the region's unique cuisine. Enrich your knowledge of Dutch history at prominent landmarks like Anne Frank’s House, then bid your guide farewell at the tour's original departure point.
Highlights
- ✓Gain insight you'd otherwise miss thanks to a local guide
- ✓Visit local eateries to enjoy several authentic Dutch food tastings
- ✓Enjoy the relaxed pace and feel of a small-group tour
- ✓Small-group tour limited to 12 ensures a more personalized experience
What you'll see & do
- ✓Start with Amsterdam's most legendary apple pie at this 400-year-old brown café. Paired with your choice of coffee, cappuccino, or tea, you'll discover why this family recipe has attracted locals and visitors (including Bill Clinton) for generations.
- ✓Jordaan, one of Amsterdam’s most characterful neighborhoods, was once home to workers, artists, and migrants. Its narrow streets and canals tell stories of resilience, creativity, and community that continue to shape daily life today.
- ✓Taste fresh herring and crispy kibbeling at a classic Dutch fishmonger. Watch skilled fishmongers prepare the herring in the open back area while soaking up authentic local atmosphere.
- ✓Taste a selection of organic Gouda cheeses at a historic Café. This traditional brown café offers a warm, authentic setting to enjoy the rich flavors of Dutch cheese at different stages of aging.
- ✓Walk along one of Amsterdam's most beautiful canals, admiring the stunning 17th-century architecture while your guide shares stories of the city's Golden Age and its influence on Dutch cuisine.
- ✓De Gangen Willemstraat, known as "the hallways" or "the slums," were once home to the city’s poorest residents. Cramped and overcrowded, these narrow alleys behind the houses were plagued by disease and hunger.
- ✓Eat herring “the Amsterdam way” in the best fish shop in the Jordaan. As well as perfectly fried cod fish!
- ✓Stop by and enjoy a classic Dutch treat. Watch as fluffy poffertjes are made fresh on the griddle, then served warm with butter and powdered sugar. A sweet taste of the Netherlands!
- ✓View the exterior of this poignant historical site as your guide provides context about Amsterdam during WWII and its impact on the city's culture and cuisine.
- ✓End your tour with crispy bitterballen and a smooth glass of jenever. Enjoy this classic Dutch pairing in a cozy, nostalgic brown café beloved by locals.
What's included
- ✓Local English-speaking guide
- ✓Enjoy 12 Dutch food tastings & 4 drinks, from savory bites to something worth raising a glass over
- ✓Enter a cafe that’s more than 400 years old, and taste their famous apple pie
- ✓Taste mouthwatering Dutch treats like crispy deep fried fish, cheese, bitterballen, and more
- ✓Expert English speaking Guide
- ✓‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- ✓Enjoy enough tastings for a full meal, featuring local dishes at every stop
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✓Extra drinks
Good to know
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
Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies can't participate in this activity for their safety.
This activity requires a minimum of 4 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.