Top Netherlands Dining Experiences

Avoid the busy Amsterdam restaurants, and see the sights over dinner instead. This luxury dinner cruise on the Amsterdam canals shuttles you around the city’s UNESCO-listed center so you can see the sights minus any canal-side crowds. As you cruise, you’ll enjoy a 3-course dinner with food from a renowned Amsterdam restaurant. Numbers are capped at 16 on board.

Heighten your senses and pleasure your palate during a 3-course dining in the dark experience in Amsterdam. Enhance your sensory experience of food and drink while allowing blind waiting staff to deliver delicious dishes to your table. Select your meal from an illuminated selection outside and then plunge into the enveloping darkness of the dining room, allowing the visually impaired staff to guide and reassure you during your unique gastronomical experience. Rely solely on your taste buds as you devour three gourmet courses inspired by cosmopolitan international cuisine.

The Netherlands is famous for its cheese, so no visit would be complete without sampling some of the local delicacy. Pair locally-made cheese with wine during a tasting session in Amsterdam that’s ideal for lovers of food. A guide teaches you to recognize subtle cheese flavors and a traditional tasting room replicates the Amsterdam of bygone eras.

Celebrate the rock-and-roll lifestyle during your visit to Hard Rock Café Amsterdam. Check out the café’s collection of musical memorabilia, including a silver bodysuit worn by Marilyn Manson for a Versace shoot, an acoustic guitar used by Jimi Hendrix and Eddie Van Halen's trademark Kramer guitar. Dig into crowd-pleasing food and shop for souvenirs at the on-site retail store.

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.

The combination of foot, bike, car, and bus traffic on the cobblestone streets of Amsterdam can be overwhelming, so experience Amsterdam in peace from the water. Sit back and relax while you experience the city’s waterways from a unique vantage point. On this open-air canal cruise (weather-dependent), pass by sights including the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge and more, while your skipper will give you information about Amsterdam and provide some local tips.

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 the canals of Amsterdam on a boat cruise that takes you past the top landmarks in this beautiful city. Hear informative commentary from the captain during your tour, which can be customized to your interests. Soak in the sights and charms of the canals while learning about the Dutch capital’s history and modern-day attractions. This relaxing tour provides a perfect introduction to Amsterdam and gives you tips on places to visit later on your own, plus it is longer than most canal tours of the same nature.

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.

Gain a rare perspective of Dutch cuisine on this food and culture tour through Amsterdam’s Jordaan district. Going with a guide ensures you hear little-known anecdotes about top landmarks and get a behind-the-scenes look at hidden gem eateries loved by locals. Break up the walking tour with food and drink tastings such as *poffertjes* (traditional batter treat), fresh herring, apple cake, and other Dutch treats along the way.

Grab a seat at the coolest bar in Amsterdam with a fast-track package to the XtraCold Icebar, where everything—even the glasses—is made completely of ice. Relax first in the hip warm lounge, then slip on a provided thermal jacket for an arctic drinking adventure right in the heart of the Dutch capital. Admire ice sculptures illuminated by colorful lights as you sip three included drinks in the ‘chilled-out’ atmosphere.

Dance till you drop and make the most of Amsterdam’s electric nightlife with this all-access 2-day nightlife pass to many of the city’s top clubs. Enjoy two days of complimentary entry to a wide range of venues, and kick-start the fun with a complimentary welcome drink at most of them. Your ticket also includes special discounts and deals at select venues. Participating dance spots include Club Prime, Panama, ClubNL and more.

Don’t waste time trying to hit the Dutch food hotspots alone, only to end up in tourist traps. Instead, join this comprehensive, intimate, and off-the-beaten-path food tour through Amsterdam, during which you stop at several distinct locations. Listen as your Amsterdam-local guide explains each foodstuff—such as Poffertjes (pancakes) or Gouda cheese—as you go. You also learn about the city's history, its former famous residents, and what daily life is like.

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.

This comprehensive Dutch cheese-tasting experience gives you insight into how Henri Willig cheeses are made and includes samples of five different types accompanied by beer and wine. You'll even receive a discount voucher to spend in Henri Wellig shops and farms around the country.

Elevate your senses of taste, smell, and touch and try some delicious chocolate fondue while you're at it with this dining-in-the-dark experience. You'll dine in a completely dark room, which will force you to rely less on your sense of sight and more on other senses—notably taste and smell—to better enjoy your dessert.

Sit down with a small group of fellow food-loving travelers in the intimate atmosphere of a local couple's canalside home. This experience in Amsterdam lets you taste the authentic Dutch food during a 4-course meal including a digestif, drinks, and an apertif. Meet people from around the world and talk about the history and modern life of Amsterdam, asking any questions of your welcoming hosts.

The Netherlands is world famous for its cheese, so no trip to Amsterdam would be complete without sampling its dairy delights. During this small-group tasting session—limited to an intimate group size of 10—you’ll discover the food culture of the country through cheese and beer, and discover historical tails that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook.

Eating a meal with a local is an experience not many get to have. During this small-group meal, meet with a local in the heart of Amsterdam for a classic Dutch meal right on the Amstel River. Learn about Dutch cuisine and culture from your host and then sit down to a freshly prepared meal with incredible views of Amsterdam’s iconic canals.

Cruise along the picturesque Douro River, embarking on a tranquil journey from Pinhão to the enchanting end of the Tua River. Immerse yourself in the iconic terraced vineyards that define this remarkable region. Indulge in the flavors of tradition with a delightful, authentic lunch served against the backdrop of this stunning landscape. Upon completing the lunch, revel in a scenic train ride back to Pinhão, where you'll be treated to an awe-inspiring view of the UNESCO heritage terraces of the Douro Valley. It's an experience that celebrates the natural beauty and cultural richness of this UNESCO-recognized gem.

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.

Treat your tastebuds as much as your eyes during a French bistro-style dinner overlooking Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed Canal Ring. You’ll get rare insight into local life as you’re wined and dined in the home of Amsterdam residents who formerly owned a French restaurant. This intimate dining experience is capped at only six other travelers.

Be among the locals and get a better understanding of the Dutch. Go on a small adventure, tasting new things you didn’t know excited. Challenge yourself. Meet new friends. This is the low-key way to discover a new city during a chill afternoon, exploring sights, finding cute, tucked away places meeting locals and get some knowledge about the city and her cuisine. One thing is for sure: you don’t need any more food the rest of your day. So what are we going to do? Me or another enthusiastic, food loving tour guide will take you and the rest of the group on a three hour food journey through the city. We will walk and eat some of the food inside and eat others on the go. You can buy optional drinks at the restaurants we’re going to (drinks are not included!). During the tour you’ll receive some fun facts about Rotterdam and the history of it’s food, but don’t expect a 3 hour history lesson from us. We talk, have fun, eat and drink. Eat with you soon!