Food Tours

Ultimate Food and History Tour of Amsterdam

ultimate food and history tour of amsterdam-4

ultimate food and history tour of amsterdam-5

Discover the soul of Dutch cuisine on a guided tour through Amsterdam's historic districts, savoring local delicacies at family-run eateries and learning remarkable stories.

Highlights

Experience Dutch heritage firsthand with a full-day food and history tour, navigating Amsterdam’s picturesque neighborhoods.
Led by a local guide, you'll taste iconic bites like stroopwafel and Dutch apple pie while learning about their history and culture.
The tour visits family-run businesses across three charming neighborhoods, including a historic cafe and a canal-side cheese shop.
Take a leisurely stroll through the historical Spui, delighting in street food from family-run stands and iconic Dutch 'brown cafes'.
Fun fact: Dutch apple pies are so unique because they're made with a variety of apples, spices, and a secret ingredient – love for food dating back centuries!

Inclusions

3.5-hour walking food tour
English-speaking local guide
Small group of up to 12 people
10+ tastings across 6 family-run eateries in 3 neighborhoods.

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your Experience

Experience the Heart of Amsterdam: Food & History Galore

Unearth the true taste and tales of Amsterdam on this ultimate food and history tour. Begin this gastronomic journey in the stunning Spui district with your English-speaking local guide. The tour kicks off in the charming Spui district with a visit to a legendary, fourth-generation bakery established in 1898. Here, you'll sample a freshly made stroopwafel, a perfect introduction to Dutch sweets. Next, you'll step into a historic "brown cafe," a quintessential Amsterdam experience. Dating back to 1921, this cafe has been a favorite among intellectuals, creatives, and even politicians. Here, you'll indulge in a slice of Dutch apple pie paired with a cup of coffee. As you stroll through the historic center with your guide, hidden gems come alive. You'll hear fascinating stories about unassuming landmarks, like a 14th-century courtyard that was a key location for the 1960s counterculture movement.

Explore Vibrant Neighborhoods & Dutch Delicacies

After soaking in the history of Spui, your taste buds will be treated to authentic Amsterdam street food. A family-run stand, a local favorite since the 1980s, will offer their famed herring and kibbeling for you to try. No Amsterdam food tour is complete without indulging in fries. A hidden gem, a shop operating for over 70 years, will provide you with a cone of piping hot fries drizzled with a special Dutch sauce. Crossing the canal, you'll enter the 17th-century Jordaan neighborhood. Here, a family-owned delicatessen awaits with a selection of delectable Dutch cheeses for you to savor. The final stop takes you to a cozy eatery housed in a former Dutch painter's home. Decorated in a traditional style, the eatery will offer a taste of Dutch classics: bitterballen (savory fried meatballs), stampot (mashed potato dish), and Dutch sausage, all perfectly complemented by a glass of Dutch beer.

Know Before You Go

What to bring

Bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the tour. Refills will be available.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/stroller.
This tour involves walking and requires moderate fitness levels.
This tour is not recommended for vegans, dairy-free, or gluten-free.

Additional Information

This tour is adaptable for vegetarians, pescatarians, non-alcoholic options, and pregnant people. Dietary restrictions may be difficult to accommodate at all stops.
Please note any dietary requirements or food allergies while booking.
For safety reasons, guests with severe allergies will be required to sign an allergy waiver before the tour begins.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide outside the The American Book Center.
Address: Spui 12, 1012 XA Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Guide identifier: Your guide will be holding a red Devour Tours tote bag or sign at Spui Square.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Missing any information?