Dutch and international Food Tour with Tastings
Amsterdam
Activity
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Discover Amsterdam through its flavors on a 3-hour food tour. Taste traditional Dutch dishes and international flavors, and learn about the city's history through its food.
Highlights
- Savor the flavors of Amsterdam on a 3-hour food tour
- Taste traditional Dutch dishes and international flavors
- Learn about the history of Amsterdam through its food
- Enjoy a small-group tour with a local guide
- Discover the city's culinary scene with a local guide
Description
Begin your tour in the heart of Amsterdam, where traditional Dutch flavors take center stage. Sample iconic bites that have defined the city for generations, including freshly salted herring, artisanal cheeses, crispy bitterballen, and sweet classics like stroopwafels. Each dish is tasted at a local favorite spot, ensuring an authentic experience away from tourist traps. Next, delve into the international cuisine that is deeply intertwined with the Dutch (and Amsterdam) past. Through Indonesian, Surinamese, and other influences, taste how history, migration, and culture come together on the plate. Enjoy dishes that once traveled from afar but have now become as Amsterdam as the canals themselves. As you walk through Amsterdam’s characteristic neighborhoods, hear stories about trade, colonial routes, food culture, and how flavors adapt and blend. This tour is not just a culinary experience but also a cultural and historical journey — personal, enriching, and full of surprises. By the end of the tour, you’ll have not only eaten well but also gained a deeper understanding of Amsterdam: how this city was shaped by its past and why its cuisine is so rich and diverse.Includes
Traditional Dutch food tastings Colonial and international food tastings Local guide Walking tourExcludes
Transportation to the starting point Additional food and drinks not included in tastingsImportant Information
- Tour duration is approximately 3 hours Wear comfortable shoes for walking Tour involves walking through different neighborhoods