Breathtaking canals, legendary foodie spots, and Amsterdam’s best kept secrets.
Ages
4+
Duration
3.5 hours
Departs
Daily 11:30 am, 2:00 pm, 4:30 pm
Highlights
Try Dutch delicacies like crispy bitterballen and real apple pie 🥧
Take a city stroll and meet local artisans, listening to their intriguing stories.
Cruise along Amsterdam’s iconic canals on a beautifully restored wooden saloon boat 🛥️ while sipping jenever, the original gin drink!
Explore Amsterdam’s hidden backstreets, uncovering local favorite dishes and the city’s incredible cuisine.
Tour Description
Join our unforgettable Amsterdam tour cruising along the iconic canals of the city on a beautifully restored wooden saloon boat. Sip on local craft beer 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.
Bernardo was fantastic! He showed us the best parts of Amsterdam and explained the history behind everything as went. The food was amazing, and the boat tour at the end was a great way to finish the experience. Highly recommend!
Andrea Z | Tripadvisor
Itinerary & tastings subject to change due to departure time, day of the week, seasonal availability, individual closings or local holidays.
Dietary Information
Vegetarian-Friendly Tours but vegan, gluten-free, or kosher options may be limited. Please share dietary restrictions upon booking for best accommodation. Note that tastings outside those catered for your needs are at your own risk. The company assumes no responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances. Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies cannot participate in this activity for their safety.
Why Eat with Us?
1. Expert Local Guides: Fun, knowledgeable, and English-fluent Amsterdam locals.
2. Amsterdam’s Hidden Gems: Enjoy exclusive access to local favorites where you’re treated like family.
3. Culinary Diversity: Taste a variety of delicious dishes, and hear the stories behind the food.
4. Cultural Immersion: See Amsterdam through the eyes of a local.
5. Established Expertise: Since 2011, simply the best food tours in Amsterdam!
"Bernardo was fantastic! He showed us the best parts of Amsterdam and explained the history behind everything as went. The food was amazing, and the boat tour at the end was a great way to finish the experience. Highly recommend!
" — Andrea Z | Tripadvisor
Please note that the items above are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Offerings may vary by date, season, or time of day, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Meeting Point
Noordermarkt 48
Your guide will be waiting for you and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!
What people are saying
5.0
★★★★★
Excellent Food tour The tour was great! Gerard was knowledgeable, friendly and very personable. All of the foods stops were well executed and very tasty! The canal boat was in pristine condition. The canal ride was smooth sailing. Definitely recommend a tour with Eating Europe and if in Amsterdam with Gerard.
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Nancy W
10/28/2025
The tour was lovely! The history and food were both wonderful! Our guide was a former teacher. She did a great job teaching us Dutch words and phrases, helping us understand culture, all while walking & cruising Amsterdam. It was a great introduction to the city!
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Angela Riess
10/17/2025
Great tour, Paul was a fantastic guide!! He told us lots about the city, fun facts about buildings, teaching us about the food and the local culture! He made it fun and handled last minute changes (like one of our guests having a gluten intolerance that was not listed on the sign up). He made sure she was cared for all along. He was fun and funny! I highly recommend the tour company but if you can request Paul- do it!!
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Liza Jacobus
10/12/2025
We had the absolute best time with Paul on our Amsterdam tour! He was not only incredibly knowledgeable and engaging but also went above and beyond to accommodate my gluten allergy, which is no small feat when you’re sampling your way through the city!
Paul made the experience effortless and fun, showing us hidden gems, local favorites, and stories we never would’ve discovered on our own. His attention to detail and genuine care for everyone in our group made the tour feel personal and unforgettable.
If you’re visiting Amsterdam, book with Paul—you’ll laugh, learn, and eat safely like a local.
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Kim J
10/12/2025
Nothing could make it better!!! The food was amazing! The apple pie and cheese selection were great! Unexpectedly we even loved the fish! Canal cruise was lovely! Gerard our guide was wonderful!
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Amy S
10/10/2025
Enjoyable We had an amazing walking tour with Alda. Great food and interesting history. The tour was worth the time!!!!! A different way to see Amsterdam and fun to get on the canal.
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Mary R
10/06/2025
Great food, great cruise, and great value. Our guide was great and showed up early to the meeting point. The food stops were all tasty treats complemented by history, local culture and some personal stories. The cruise was fun, scenic, and also accompanied by food and drinks.
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Steve H
10/05/2025
Had an amazing experience with Danielle. She shared so many stories of everyday people as well as the international influences on Amsterdam’s food culture. I was never bored and left well-fed! Highly recommend Danielle!
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Khloe Karova
10/04/2025
Amazing tour with Paul! We explored Jordaan area in Amsterdam with 6 stops for food. A mix of everything! Sweet, savoury, mainly dutch but also local kitchen of Surinamese, Turkish, Indonesian and Moroccan food! was a group of 11, so we could all chat with eachother but Paul could also talk easily to the group and answer peoples questions. Perfect mix of education and casual fun!
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Sabrina Baklien
10/02/2025
So I have been on many food tours, mostly across Europe, but also in the United States of America and Canada. Gerard is likely one of the best food tour guides I have encountered. He moved at a pace that was efficient, but also left enough time for questions and to digest the most delicious food in Amsterdam. He gave us enough history that it wasn’t too overwhelming yet it was educational. The photo stops All added to the overall positive experience. He has a wonderful way to bring a small group together for three hours to enjoy food and conversation together. Highly recommend.
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Gina Matesic
9/28/2025
Our tour of the canals and the eating tour were a lot of fun! Jacob was very entertaining and explained a lot about the cultures of the area and the foods we were eating. Everything was very good!
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Fran Barnes
9/26/2025
We had an absolutely wonderful time on the canal and walking food tour. 10/10. Gerard is knowledgeable, kind, and very hospitable.
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Deborah Santiago-Sweet
9/25/2025
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Benardo
Born and raised in Amsterdam!
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Aileen
I'm Indonesian and have lived in Amsterdam for 18+ years
Love Dutch peasoup with traditional rye bread+ bacon
Best view of Amsterdam is at the top of NEMO science museum (and its free)!
Gerard
I have lived and worked in Amsterdam all my life and still love being in the city centre!
I love exploring all the options Amsterdam has to offer: from Indonesian rice table to cheese fondue at Nieuwmarkt
Take a free ferry across the IJ and explore the NDSM area with its marvellous Straat Museum. Or wander around Albert Cuypmarket!
Maarten
I'm from Leiden, I lived in the Jordaan for five years and now live in the beautiful Zaan region.
My favourite spot for Dutch pancakes is restaurant Upstairs on the Grimburgwal. Cheese, bacon and syrup are the holy trinity!
Exploring the historical Jewish quarter to the east of the city center, with the old Portuguese synagogue, Rembrandt's house and the Resistance Museum is a great way to learn about a lesser-known side of Amsterdam's history and culture.
A tour can be cancelled with a full refund up to 24 hours before tour departure.
Private Tours
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LATE ARRIVALS AND NO SHOWS
Due to extremely strict time slots for entry into attractions and for food preparation, both in-person & virtual/online, we recommend you show up 15 minutes before the scheduled starting time of the tour or experience. Our group tours begin & depart precisely at the scheduled tour or experience start time. If you show up late or cannot find the meeting point, for any reason, refund requests are not honored per policy. If you are having a hard time arriving on time we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible so we can do everything in our power to assist you with arriving at the meeting point at the scheduled time or reschedule to the next available tour.
CANCELLATION DUE TO PLANES, TRAINS, AUTOMOBILES OR ILLNESS
Inside of 24 hours, your spot on the tour has been reserved exclusively for you. Since we are unable to fill your spot if you’re unable to attend for any reason (including transportation or illness), we do not offer refunds after that time. Please plan ahead so that you are able to join us and don’t miss out!
DISCOUNT CODES
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AMENDMENT POLICY
We would be happy to assist you with rescheduling your tour, free of charge, with any requests made more than 24 hours of 8am CET on the date of the tour. We reserve the right to charge an amendment fee should you request to reschedule within 24 hours of 8am CET on the date of your tour . Once again, this is subject to availability and price changes. In general, we only charge you for any additional costs that we incur such as tickets. We have no intention of profiting from disruptions to your vacation and will work with providers and suppliers to get this cost reduced to a minimum.
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