The 11 Best Amsterdam Drinks Tours

1.Amsterdam Jordaan Food & Drinks Tour with Eating Europe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,425 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $110Our pick

Walk Amsterdam’s Jordaan for about three hours with an English-speaking guide such as Gerard, Stephanie, Elena, Paul, or Danielle. Taste Dutch classics, Surinamese and Indonesian-influenced food, local drinks, and apple pie at a 400-year-old café. The group is capped at 12, and stops can change with the season.

“We had such a great time with Stephanie and the other guests. It was a small group, so it felt very informal and personal. We got to see parts of Amsterdam and taste foods we wouldn’t have tried otherwise and we’re so happy we did! Thankful for an amazing opportunity :)”

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2.Evening Candle Light Cruise With Wine & Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,774 reviews · 1 hour · from $18Best value

Spend an hour on Amsterdam’s covered evening canal boat, limited to 26 people, with an English-speaking skipper and host. You’ll pass the Jordaan, Prinsengracht, the Golden Bend, Nine Streets, Anne Frank House, and Magere Brug. Add two drinks or unlimited wine, beer, and soda with Dutch cheese.

“The guides were both informative and genuine with added humour which topped off the cruise.”

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3.Bols Cocktail Experience Entrance ticket plus Cocktail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,169 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $23

Spend about an hour exploring Lucas Bols’s 450-year genever and liqueur story through smells, tastes, audio, and interactive displays. Learn to build a cocktail in six steps, try a shaking challenge, then choose a complimentary drink made by a professional bartender at the Mirror Bar. Entry is for ages 18 and older.

“Lovely place, learnt so much on the guided tour and our cocktails were amazing. Great variety of all flavours in the gift shop and loved the interactive smell tests and experience room. Thanks for a great evening.”

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4.Cozy Cheese & Wine Cruise Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,156 reviews · 1h 15m · from $39

Set out from Damrak Pier 5 near Central Station for a 75-minute evening cruise through Amsterdam’s Canal Belt. Enjoy Dutch cheese, salty snacks, and unlimited wine, beer, or soft drinks while an English-speaking captain and host point out the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge, houseboats, and canal landmarks. Seating is arranged in advance, so book your whole group together.

“The wine and cheese cruise was great overall! It would’ve been nice if they served a bit more cheese, but everything else was perfect – from the wine refills to the guide, the trip itself, and the cozy atmosphere on the boat.”

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5.Premium Henri Willig Cheese Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,106 reviews · 40 minutes - 1 hour · from $21

In central Amsterdam, an English-speaking host guides you through Henri Willig’s cheese-making story, a short film, and a tasting of 10 Gouda pieces with dips, mustard, crackers, and two drinks. Hosts such as Martin, Suzanne, and Ado add plenty of personality. Allow 40 minutes to an hour, then use your 10% shop discount.

“Loved the selection of cheeses and generous drinks. Very enthusiastic guide. Stairs up to venue should be mentioned”

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6.Smoke & Cruise on covered Cannabis Boat With Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,054 reviews · 1 hour · from $27

Cruise Amsterdam’s Red Light District, Oudeschans, Herengracht, Seven Bridges, and Prinsengracht aboard the covered Cloud Boat. Your English-speaking host and skipper share stories about coffeeshop culture and Amsterdam history. Bring your own cannabis or tobacco if you plan to smoke, and buy drinks from the onboard bar.

“Loved the historical landmarks and the vibe was amazing”

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7.Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 839 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41

Meet at the LOVERS café opposite Amsterdam Central Station for a 90-minute night cruise through the Canal Belt. Sip red, white, rosé, or sparkling wine while sharing Dutch cheeses, bread, and snacks. The captain and hosts keep things light with music, city facts, and attentive service. This is an easy, social introduction to Amsterdam after dark.

“We had the absolute best time on this cruise. The staff were awesome. The boat was really comfy. The cheese was delicious. The never ending glass of wine was brilliant. Music was old school classics. Loved it. Saw so many beautiful sights. Would 100% recommend this cruise.”

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8.Amsterdam Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 798 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Cruise Amsterdam’s Canal Belt for about 75 minutes in a glass-enclosed boat, with Dutch cheese, wine, beer, and soft drinks included. You’ll pass Central Station, the Maritime Museum, Magere Brug, and the illuminated Reguliersgracht. The setting is cozy and romantic, though commentary and cheese portions can vary.

“We arrived at the dock in dure need of restrooms and the captain showed us where to go before we'd even checked in for our cruise! The guide was knowledge and funny, which provided for an incredibly enjoyable experience! And the wine steward was prompt with keeping our glasses full.”

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9.Bols Cocktail Experience Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 785 reviews · 1 day · from $23

At Amsterdam’s House of Bols, follow a self-guided audio tour through 450 years of Genever and liqueur making. Smell ingredients, test your senses, learn the six steps of cocktail making, then choose an alcoholic or alcohol-free cocktail at the Mirror Bar. The experience is across from the Van Gogh Museum and is for visitors aged 18 and older.

“Learn about liqueur making and genever spirit. Interactive experience, taste, smell and touch everything. To get the most go at quiet time.”

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10.Evening Canal Cruise in Amsterdam with Wine & Cheese Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 781 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $23

Cruise Amsterdam after dark with Blue Boat Company for 90 minutes, passing the Canal District, Westerkerk, Centraal Station, the IJ, NEMO, the Skinny Bridge, and the Amstel Hotel. You’ll use an audio guide in one of 20 languages. Add a snack box or wine and cheese, but check the departure address carefully before setting out.

“It lacked some explanation. The lights of the city were beautiful and it was a great exposure to the city!”

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11.Zaanse Schans and Cheese Tasting Guided Tour from Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 661 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Travel by coach from central Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans for working windmills, a clog-making demonstration, and Dutch cheese tasting. You get guided commentary, free time to explore, and a maximum group size of 60. Guides such as Rick, Anna, Evelyn, and Rob have led recent departures. Add an open canal-cruise ticket if you choose that option.

“A nice place to visit - obviously touristy but quite beautiful and fun. Our guide (Evelyn?) was fabulous and shared a lot of knowledge about the area and Dutch culture.”

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