Eating Amsterdam: Food Tour & Canals Cruise
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Join our unforgettable Amsterdam food tour, cruising along the iconic canals of the city on a beautifully restored wooden saloon boat.
Sip on jenever and indulge in steaming hot bitterballen, a beloved Dutch snack, as you take in the picturesque scenery. Explore Amsterdam’s hidden backstreets, where you’ll discover local favorite dishes and have the opportunity to meet the artisans behind the city’s incredible cuisine.
Immerse yourself in the rich culinary culture of Amsterdam while indulging your senses on this unique and delicious tour.
Additional Info
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
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.
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.
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!
Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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!
Prinsengracht
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.
What‘s Included
Take a city stroll and meet local artisans, listening to their intriguing stories
Local English-speaking guide
Cruise along Amsterdam’s canals on a beautiful wooden saloon boat, while sipping jenever
Try Dutch delicacies like crispy bitterballen and real apple pie
‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
Gratuities / Tips for the guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Extra drinks
Options
Amsterdam Food & Canals Tour with Eating Europe
Private Food Tour
Extras: Special Dutch Craft Beer
Reviews
515 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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826connief,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Fun day to experience off -beaten-path eateries and food Jacob was great!
Great tour !
feliperQ1953NT,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good immersive experience and Jacob was very knowledgeable and very nice recommend it a lot
food tour
Caroline W,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour with Jacob! Loved his passion for food and fun personality!
A wonderful tour for foodies
sgdream52,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful tour with many delicious stops. Alda was an excellent tour guide giving us information not only about the food we were eating but also about the places we walked by. I highly recommend this too. You won’t regret taking this!
I tasted (and loved) all the foods.
K9569RBjonc,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great variety of foods and locations. Jacopo has a passion which transcends the tour. Highly recommend.
Outstanding!
U1463CNtomo,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jacopo was a fantastic tour guide! The food was excellent and a great way to experience Amsterdam!
Excellent food, tour info a bit weak
PocGal,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Food samples were very good. I was expecting more from tour guide on the history and background of Amsterdam. That was a bit weak
Great tour!
kellypD9892LB,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Jacopo was a fantastic guide, shared lots of history about Amsterdam and the food we tried.
Fun day trying new things
Misty N,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jacopo was an incredible guide :) he was so fun and informative. Definitely recommend doing this tour.
Food tour with Gerard
farzadl2026,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour. The food. The Dutch pubs. The history. Gerard who was our tour guide gave us an amazing and memorable time. He was very fun to be with. The drinks with the canal cruise was the perfect way to start the tour. A must do tour in Amsterdam
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