Eating Amsterdam: Food Tour and Canal Cruise

Name: Eating Amsterdam: Food Tour and Canal Cruise
Start: 2026-04-09T11:30:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-04-09T14:30:00.000+03:00
Location: Amsterdam

Explore Amsterdam from the water while sampling a range of local dishes and traditional Dutch specialties. This canal cruise combines sightseeing with tastings, offering insight into the city’s history and culinary culture along the way.

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This Amsterdam canal tour is designed for food lovers who want to experience the city through its local flavors. As you travel along the canals, you’ll sample a variety of traditional Dutch dishes and regional produce, enjoying a relaxed combination of sightseeing and tasting.

Along the route, your guide shares stories about the history of Amsterdam and the neighborhoods you pass through, adding context to the experience. Between stops, take in the views from an authentic canal boat, offering a calm and scenic way to explore the city.

Throughout the journey, you’ll discover authentic Dutch food and a selection of local specialties, with each tasting thoughtfully included. All food and drinks are covered in the tour price, allowing you to enjoy the experience without additional costs.

Important Info

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Email to advise of any dietary requirements such as vegetarian and gluten-free diets
• This activity requires a minimum number of 4 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed!
• Please make sure to arrive 15 minutes early so the tour can start on time. The boat must depart promptly, and unfortunately, if you miss it, you won’t be able to join the tour. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

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What is included in activity

Try Dutch delicacies like crispy bitterballen and real apple pie

Cruise along Amsterdam’s canals on a beautiful wooden saloon boat, while sipping jenever

Take a city stroll and meet local artisans, listening to their intriguing stories

Local English-speaking guide

‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips

What is not included

Gratuities / Tips for guides

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Extra drinks

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Departure: Noordermarkt 48, 1015 NA Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

Group size up to 11 persons

Children allowed

English

Mobile ticket

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

River cruise ship

Change time

Open deck

A restaurant

Enclosed deck

Tour program

Please note that the program and conditions are subject to change.

The Papeneiland

Start with Amsterdam's most legendary apple pie at this 400-year-old brown café, with your choice of coffee, cappuccino, or tea. This family recipe has been attracted locals and visitors for generations, including Bill Clinton!

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Prinsengracht (Pass By)

Start your journey in the Jordaan, a historic district shaped by workers, artists, and migrants. As you wander its canals and lanes, discover how its past forged the vibrant, close-knit neighborhood you see today.

Vishandel Centrum

Experience a traditional Dutch fishmonger and sample herring and kibbeling. See the fresh fish expertly prepared in the open kitchen, and enjoy a true taste of local culinary culture.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Café De Poort Amsterdam

Savor four organic Goudas in the cozy, historic Café de Poort. Enjoy the depth of flavors from young to aged cheeses in a classic brown café beloved by locals for its authentic atmosphere.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Brouwersgracht (Pass By)

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.

Willemsstraat (Pass By)

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.

Mama's Koelkast

Mama Jane serves her homemade Surinamese rotirol, a flavorful highlight among authentic home-cooked meals from around the world. Discover this unique catering shop where women share their culinary heritage

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pat's Poffertjes Oude Leliestraat

Enjoy a classic Dutch delight with freshly made poffertjes. Light, fluffy mini pancakes served warm with butter and powdered sugar offer a sweet and authentic taste of the Netherlands!

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Anne Frank House (Pass By)

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.

Prinsengracht 261a

Savor crispy bitterballen with a glass of jenever at Café Dialoog, a charming brown café, blending traditional Dutch flavors with a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Spaces Herengracht

Step aboard a stunning vintage boat, cruise through the canals of Amsterdam, and learn all about its fascinating history!

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Meeting point

The guide will be waiting for you at the back of the Church and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!

Places you will see

• The Jordaan
• Tweede Tuindwarsstraat
• Brouwersgracht
• Vishandel Centrum
• Anne Frank House (Pass By)
• Stadhouderskade
• Noordermarkt

Reviews by travellers

4.8 out of 5

1605 reviews

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Alfredo T.

What a great experience! Paul was fantastic! He made sure we were having a good time, from the beginning to the end of the tour. He was a great conversationalist, and at the same time, a constant source of knowledge. The stops were well planned, and all of the bites were great! We were very full by the end of the tour. We would definitely recommend this company to our friends! 👍

21 days ago

Wendy S.

Paul is an excellent tour guide. The tour was one of the highlights of our stay in Amsterdam. Would definitely recommend.

26 days ago

Joe M.

We had such a wonderful time on our walking tour with Maddie! She guided us through Amsterdam with the perfect mix of history, fun stories, and local insight. Along the way, we sampled delicious Dutch treats and drinks, which made the experience even more special. Maddie was warm, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable — the time just flew by. Highly recommend her tour for anyone looking to explore the city in a fun and memorable way!

about 1 month ago

Sean L.

Relaxing stroll through one of the prettiest neighborhoods in Amsterdam with tastings of regional delicacies at local spots. An incredible way to spend the afternoon in Amsterdam, especially if you are looking for something chill to do that is not in the typical “touristy” area. Gerard l our guide was AMAZING. A lifelong-local, Gerard really added to the experience by adding personal anecdotes and taking time to answer questions throughout. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes.

about 2 months ago

Arthur V.

Worth the money to have an engaging and knowledgeable host. Food was ok and filling. Interaction with the other travellers was a bonus .

about 2 months ago

Sherry R.

Amazing tour with delicious traditional foods, great information about the history of Amsterdam. BART was very entertaining, the canal cruise was spectacular. Highly recommend

2 months ago

Gloria W.

Our tour started with apple pie, ended with Dutch croquettes, and was filled with good food and company in between. Our tour guide, Elena, was very sweet and knowledgeable. She shared a lot of history about Dutch food and some of the Jordan District in Amsterdam. She engaged everyone in the group and created situations in which we engaged with each other across the group. This was very useful to us as the canal cruise is in pretty tight quarters. I didn’t love all the food, but I didn’t dislike any of it. That’s just how Dutch food is; good but not great. But, as a tour, I’d recommend this one, especially if Elena is your guide.

3 months ago

Deborah P.

Jacob is an amazing tour guide. His knowledge of the city history and of food was thoroughly enjoyable.

3 months ago

Barbara B.

Calling it a canal cruise is misleading. We were on a boat for a short period, but most of the tour was walking

3 months ago

Christopher J.

This was a great day. You really got to see multiple neighborhoods of Amsterdam, learn history in an interesting and succinct way, try awesome food and see the beauty of Amsterdam through the canal boat rides. Our guide, Bart was super kind, knowledgeable and made it a great day. The owner of the boat, Paul, was also great. We had a wonderful day. I highly recommend this tour. It is a great way to see Amsterdam.

4 months ago

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