Top Amsterdam Classes & Workshops

One of the best ways to get to know a place is to try local food, but this small-group Amsterdam cooking tour takes it to the next level. For a start, you’ll be welcomed into the house of a local chef where you’ll learn how to make Dutch pancakes in the traditional way. You’ll also taste some local delicacies and enjoy a 3-course lunch with a glass of wine.

Book a ticket in advance for admission to the House of Bols Cocktail & Genever Experience, situated on the Museumplein, or museum quarter, in Amsterdam. This innovative attraction provides interactive exhibits about Holland’s oldest spirit brands: Bols and Genever, the Dutch equivalent of gin. Take a self-guided tour through the Hall of Taste, the World of Cocktails and the Bols Genever Room before you sidle up to the Mirror Bar to watch mixologists shake up that perfect drink.

Dutch wine exists, and what’s more, it’s delicious. Discover Dutch wine for yourself on this exclusive tasting at a speakeasy bar in central Amsterdam. Taste five different Dutch wines made by local winemakers, and let your expert sommelier guide teach you about each bottle and the winemakers who made them. Try something new in one of the world’s most adventurous and unique cities.

Have a go at shaking and stirring your very own drink in this small-group cocktail class in Amsterdam. Ideal for bachelor and bachelorette groups or anyone looking for a party starter, this hour-long interactive workshop at the House of Bols includes hands-on experience behind the bar, plus a complimentary cocktail and optional behind-the-scenes tour.

The best way to explore the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring is indisputably by boat. Get a different perspective of the Dutch capital while avoiding the crowds on land during this relaxing canal cruise that includes unlimited Heineken beer, wine, and soft drinks for a budget-friendly price. When the weather is good, enjoy an open-air boat ride as well as heated seats during the winter.

Avoid the hassle of navigating public transport with a private transfer from Schiphol Airport to your Amsterdam accommodation. Travel with ease from the outlying airport location to your destination via air-conditioned car, and relax after your flight as your driver meets you in arrivals to help with your luggage.

Nibble your way through Amsterdam's international dining scene on a private tasting tour led by a local foodie guide. Learn about the international flavors that have influenced Dutch cuisine while grabbing bites at a local market. Savor handpicked local delicacies including the best fish in town, a sweet ‘stroopwafel’ and unique dishes typical of the city such as bitterballen. This culinary tour in Amsterdam is a cultural journey that takes you further than the food you’ll eat. Stop to admire the Banksy street art, De Pijp, and Museumplein and many other city highlights.

Explore Amsterdam the way it was meant to be seen—by bike! On this private tour, hop aboard a quality rental bike and follow a local guide on a personalized tour of the city's most interesting neighborhoods, scenic paths and iconic attractions. Pass by Westerkerk and Magere Brug (Skinny bridge), and make stops along the way to hear fascinating stories about Amsterdam. It’s a great way to soak up the sights and atmosphere in one of Europe’s most bike-friendly cities. Your local guide is a bike pro and will make this private tour an easy-going ride for you. So, if you are looking for a fun, healthy, and sustainable way to move around Amsterdam, this bike tour is for you!

Visit the Netherlands' National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam with skip-the-line admission. Learn all about the 17th century of Dutch maritime history as you wander the exhibits, which include naval artifacts and a replica of the ‘Amsterdam,’ an East Indiaman ship moored next to the museum.

Feel the pulse of Amsterdam’s Red Light District (De Wallen) and coffee shops on a walking tour with a local guide. Explore the cobbled lanes of the famous area, plus Zeedijk Street and Chinatown, and see red-lit windows, sex shops, and erotic theaters. Your guide separates facts from fiction about the area’s past and the legalization of prostitution in 2000.

Relax after a busy day of sightseeing on an evening cruise of Amsterdam’s historic canals. Take in views of the historic waterways by night, travelling through areas including the UNESCO-listed Canal District and De Wallen, and benefit from a customizable itinerary according to the group’s interests. Gain insight into the landmarks and routes from you local skipper, and choose a tour time that suits your schedule.

Capture Amsterdam after dark on this night-time, small-group photography tour. Benefit from the knowledge and support of your professional guide as you explore the city’s hidden beauty spots and compose striking photographs to remember your trip by. All equipment can be provided or brought with, making this a great option for novice through to experienced photographers.

Skip the tourist traps and learn traditional Dutch recipes at a private pancake-making class in the home of an Amsterdam native. Experience the city like a local as you visit an organic grocery store with your host to pick up ingredients, then get hands-on practice mixing, cooking, and flipping the Dutch delicacy, before sitting down together to enjoy your included pancake lunch.

Take home a unique souvenir to remember your time in Holland by after a private wooden shoe making workshop in Simonehoeve. You’ll enjoy undivided attention and instruction from your expert clog maker guide, and take a tour of a cheese and clog-making facility. Plus, you’ll enjoy tasting some traditional Dutch snacks.

Looking for a unique and personal souvenir? Why not create one during a fun workshop! An enjoyable activity for all ages, where you will be able to take your newly painted creation back home.

Make memories and cocktails during your Amsterdam vacation with a private cocktail-making workshop designed to unleash your inner mixologist. Under the guidance of a professional bartender, you’ll master the art of mixing two drinks of your choice while enjoying undivided attention and anecdotes, and learning about the science behind cocktail combinations.

Don’t let your vacation disrupt your workout regime—this Amsterdam Fitness pass gives you access to hundreds of daily fitness classes in the city, without having to sign up to a contract or subscription. Choose how many classes you’d like to attend and then pick a workout that works for you.

Don’t just feast on world-famous Dutch cheese—learn to make it yourself during a private cheesemaking workshop in Katwoude, a quaint village a short distance from Amsterdam. You’ll not only participate in the cheese-making process, but you’ll sample wine and other typical Dutch produce before taking home your creation.

Why go to one bar if you can visit three and explore Amsterdam simultaneously? You stroll from bar to bar along the most picture-perfect spots of Amsterdam. At each of the three bars you will visit, you get to choose from a cocktail from the premium WOGO cocktail menu. Every bar participating is hand-picked by us to offer you the best bar experience. When you book the Cocktail Walk, you will get sent a self-guided cocktail map. Self-guided? Yes, that means that you are your own tour guide! The map will show you the bars you will go to, along with the route, the menu you can choose from and some questions you can ask your friends along the way. With this booking one cocktail at every bar is prepaid (Yes, three prepaid cocktails for a premium price!). Your spots in the bar will be automatically reserved, so you don't have to worry about anything. KEEP IN MIND THIS IS NOT A GROUP TOUR. You can do this tour with your friends of lover to explore Amsterdam and its hidden gems.

If you've already seen all of Amsterdam's top attractions, or are looking to shake up your vacation, become a distiller for the day. This unique distilling class teaches you how to create your own botanical rum, from your own copper pot still. You'll create a personalized bottle to take home for lasting memories of Amsterdam.

Create your own unique souvenir in this enchanting atelier in Amsterdam, where the past merges with the present, and let us guide you through the magical world of Delft Blue. In this captivating 1.5 hour experience, we embark on a journey through the rich history of Delft Blue, an iconic art form that has captivated admirers for centuries. Our goal is to ignite your creativity, allowing you to appreciate the artistry and precision required to produce these iconic tiles. Get ready to create, learn, and discover the artistry behind these captivating blue and white tiles that have stood the test of time and go home with your own handmade souvenir!

You will discover the beauty, magic and simplicity of making cheese at home. Learning the two basic procedures for making most cheeses around the world, acid and rennet coagulation, you will be encouraged to continue exploring recipes at home. Enjoying the cheese tasting with the group will be a way of further learning and enjoying a great social experience with the group. De Kaasserie is a place of food, creativity, and community, you are welcome to enjoy them all.

Explore the picturesque canals and streets of Amsterdam with a guide who is also a professional photographer, and let them capture your favorite moments as you travel through the city. Follow your guide to some of Amsterdam’s hidden gems away from the crowds, and find the perfect backdrops and locations for your photos as you learn more about the history and culture of this unique city.