About this tour
A 3.5-hour craft beer tour through Amsterdam's historic old town, visiting top microbreweries and iconic bars to taste 5–6 award-winning Dutch craft brews alongside Dutch snacks and a signature spirit. Suited to beer enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike, you'll explore the city's brewing culture with local stories and background on each venue, sampling everything from IPAs to stouts in the neighbourhoods where these bars have operated for generations.
Highlights
- Tastings at 5–6 award-winning Dutch craft breweries and bars
- Curated Dutch spirit tasting alongside craft beer selections
- Dutch cheese and snacks paired with each beer
- Walking tour through Amsterdam's historic old town
- Local stories and brewery background from your guide
- Printed recommendations list for further eating and drinking spots
- Service animals welcome
What to expect
You'll meet your guide in Amsterdam's old town and begin a walking route through historic bars and craft breweries. At each stop, you'll taste a different beer—typically an IPA, stout, or seasonal brew—with the guide explaining the brewery's story and what makes that particular beer distinctive. Between tastings, you'll enjoy Dutch snacks and cheese designed to complement the drinks, plus a tasting of a traditional Dutch spirit. The tour wraps with a printed list of recommendations for future visits.
Pacing is leisurely: this is a walking and tasting experience, not a sprint. You'll spend 20–30 minutes at each venue, giving you time to absorb the atmosphere of iconic bars that have served locals for decades. The whole outing lasts 3.5 hours.
What travellers say
- Award-winning craft beers from established Dutch microbreweries
- Thoughtful food pairings elevate each tasting
- Guide shares local history and brewery stories
- Blend of serious beer culture and relaxed atmosphere
- Iconic, long-standing bars add authentic flavour
- Not suitable for pregnant travellers or those with heart concerns
- Lunch and extra purchases not included in price
- 3.5-hour duration may feel long for casual drinkers
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This tour works well for beer fans seeking deeper knowledge of Dutch brewing, but also welcomes newcomers curious about craft beer culture without heavy prior experience. Avoid booking if you're pregnant or have cardiovascular concerns—the tour involves walking and alcohol consumption. The tour is suitable across fitness levels, though you'll be on your feet for the full duration. Dutch snacks and one spirit tasting are included; additional food, drinks or items you wish to buy separately are at your own cost. Gratuities are not included. Public transport is nearby if you prefer not to walk the full route back.
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