Top Netherlands Beer & Brewery Tours

The Heineken Experience and a canal cruise are two must-dos for first-time visitors to Amsterdam and this tour includes both. Start at the Heineken Experience for a self-guided tour of the former brewery. See vintage equipment and learn about the production process. After a beer tasting, head to the docks and board your sightseeing boat. The 75-minute cruise sails past canal houses, bridges, churches, and more.

Amsterdam’s Craft Beer Experience: Sip, Savour, & Explore! Thirsty for something different? Join us on a delicious adventure through Amsterdam’s craft beer scene! We’re talking about top-notch brews from the best microbreweries in the Netherlands. Drinks so unique & flavourful, they’ll leave you craving more. Whether you’re a beer enthusiast or just curious to try something new, we’ve got a brew for you. From crisp IPAs to rich stouts, this tour is a delicious dive into Amsterdam’s craft beer culture. We’ll guide you to the best spots in town, where every pour is a masterpiece. As we wander through Amsterdam’s charming old town, we’ll visit legendary bars that have been serving up good times for generations. We’ll share a few local stories & maybe even a secret or two. Of course, we’ll keep you fuelled with some tasty Dutch snacks that pair perfectly with your drinks, for a real ‘gezelligheid’ vibe (Dutch cosiness). Proost to an unforgettable time!

Step aboard at Damrak for a tasting-led journey into Amsterdam’s craft beer culture. On this relaxed electric boat cruise, the city becomes the backdrop to a guided exploration of bold flavors, brewing traditions and the story behind one of Amsterdam’s most distinctive beer scenes. Taste your way through Amsterdam craft beer Your host will introduce you to three carefully selected beers from Brewery ’t IJ: the bright, citrusy IJwit; the aromatic, hop-forward IPA; and the rich, characterful Zatte. Traditional Dutch snacks, including cheese, sausage and nuts, are served alongside the beers to complement the tasting experience. Alcohol-free beer, wine and soft drinks are also available. The tasting continues with a stop at Brewery ’t IJ, set beside the landmark De Gooyer windmill. The stop lasts around 20 minutes and is an opportunity to explore the brewery location, purchase additional beers and browse Brewery ’t IJ merchandise.

Combine two of Amsterdam’s top-selling experiences and save money with a Super Saver Heineken Experience and canal cruise package—a convenient and budget-friendly choice that’s ideal for first-time visitors. Guarantee your entry to the often sold-out Heineken Experience by booking in advance and get unobstructed views of Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed waterways, without the crowds on land, during a canal cruise—a quintessential Amsterdam experience.

Cruise through the historic canals of Groningen on Bootje Speciaal, a cozy open boat perfect for enjoying the summer vibes with friends. Over 1.5 hours, savor unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks while soaking in the city’s stunning views and listening to a curated playlist. This experience is ideal for celebrations, casual meet-ups, or simply relaxing in the sun with your favorite people. - Enjoy a 1.5-hour private boat cruise through Groningen’s canals - Indulge in unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks throughout the journey - Relax with music on board, courtesy of a Bluetooth speaker - Perfect for small groups celebrating special occasions or casual outings

A Pub Trail is a scavenger hunt through Zwolle, combined with short pub games in cafés that you choose yourselves. For friends, colleagues and families who want to explore the city without feeling like tourists. You walk together through the city, complete challenges, and play games in the cafés. The group stays together, and the player with the most points wins a prize. Pub Trail Zwolle is an activity, not a traditional pub crawl. You choose the cafés yourselves: no fixed bars, no set routes. This gives you the freedom to choose the cafés you want to visit. Pub Trail Zwolle is an active and playful experience, much more fun than a standard walking tour.

A Pub Trail is a scavenger hunt through Leiden, combined with short pub games in cafés that you choose yourselves. For friends, colleagues and families who want to explore the city without feeling like tourists. You walk together through the city, complete challenges, and play games in the cafés. The group stays together, and the player with the most points wins a prize. Pub Trail Leiden is an activity, not a traditional pub crawl. You choose the cafés yourselves: no fixed bars, no set routes. This gives you the freedom to choose the cafés you want to visit. Pub Trail Leiden is an active and playful experience, much more fun than a standard walking tour.

Amsterdam has plenty of classic Dutch dishes to enjoy, but the most authentic vendors are often off the standard tourist route or tucked away in lesser-visited streets. Join a local guide to sample a variety of sweet and savory dishes at eateries dotted across the city. Snack on everything from poffertjes (mini pancakes) to battered cod bites and Dutch-Indonesian favorites, including chicken satay.

Seeing Amsterdam’s canal-side sights on foot means plenty of walking and crowded bridges. A small electric boat glides quietly through the city’s waterways as a live host shares stories about the Jordaan, the Prinsengracht, and the Rijksmuseum. An onboard bar serves drinks, and an open boat in summer gives way to a warm saloon boat in cooler weather

A Pub Trail is a scavenger hunt through Dordrecht, combined with short pub games in cafés that you choose yourselves. For friends, colleagues and families who want to explore the city without feeling like tourists. You walk together through the city, complete challenges, and play games in the cafés. The group stays together, and the player with the most points wins a prize. Pub Trail Dordrecht is an activity, not a traditional pub crawl. You choose the cafés yourselves: no fixed bars, no set routes. This gives you the freedom to choose the cafés you want to visit. Pub Trail Dordrecht is an active and playful experience, much more fun than a standard walking tour.

Delve into the Amsterdam craft beer scene with this brewery bus tour. A great way to spend an afternoon in the city, this guided experience includes visits to three of the city’s best craft breweries, guided tastings, and time with other beer lovers. You also get a real local insider’s perspective into the brewery scene in Amsterdam and the Netherlands from your guide.

Knowing where to stop for food in Amsterdam takes local knowledge, something most travelers arrive without. Skip the guesswork as you cross the city on a guided bike tour, stopping to snack on classic Dutch foods paired with classic drinks. Try Dutch-Indonesian dishes, tasty fried fish bites, mini pancakes, and more. End the experience with your appetite thoroughly satisfied.

Cruise through Amsterdam's charming canals the modern way, aboard an intimate electric boat with an onboard bar on an evening tour. A fun alternative to standing in a crowded bar, the cruise offers a sociable way to see Amsterdam's landmarks as day turns to night. Illuminated bridges and attractions like the Anne Frank House and Western Church are among the bucket-list-level sights seen.

A Pub Trail is a scavenger hunt through Enschede, combined with short pub games in cafés that you choose yourselves. For friends, colleagues and families who want to explore the city without feeling like tourists. You walk together through the city, complete challenges, and play games in the cafés. The group stays together, and the player with the most points wins a prize. Pub Trail Enschede is an activity, not a traditional pub crawl. You choose the cafés yourselves: no fixed bars, no set routes. This gives you the freedom to choose the cafés you want to visit. Pub Trail Enschede is an active and playful experience, much more fun than a standard walking tour.

Discover Amsterdam's vibrant nightlife with your friendly Beer Hostesses! Meet at the iconic Rembrandtplein and visit carefully selected bars, enjoy 4 free welcome shots, experience great music, and meet travelers from around the world. Explore one of Amsterdam's most famous nightlife districts, take unforgettable photos, and end the evening at the legendary Supperclub. Perfect for couples, friends, solo travelers, birthdays, and bachelor or bachelorette parties looking for an unforgettable night out.

A Pub Trail is a scavenger hunt through Breda, combined with short pub games in cafés that you choose yourselves. For friends, colleagues and families who want to explore the city without feeling like tourists. You walk together through the city, complete challenges, and play games in the cafés. The group stays together, and the player with the most points wins a prize. Pub Trail Breda is an activity, not a traditional pub crawl. You choose the cafés yourselves: no fixed bars, no set routes. This gives you the freedom to choose the cafés you want to visit. Pub Trail Breda is an active and playful experience, much more fun than a standard walking tour.

Immerse yourself in the Netherlands' cheese culture with a small-group tasting featuring 10 different cheeses paired with beer and wine. Hosted in a popular local shop near Rembrandtplein, this session includes traditional gouda varieties, three dips including mustard, and a short film about cheesemaking. Learn about Dutch cheese history while enjoying two drinks and a 10% store discount.

The best way to explore the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring is indisputably by a small electric boat that can access the narrow historic canals that larger tour boats can't reach. Get a different perspective of the Dutch capital while avoiding the crowds on land during this relaxing cruise through the Red Light District, Anne Frank House, and the Skinny Bridge (depending on the route chosen). When the weather is good, enjoy an open-air boat ride as well as heated seats during the winter or bad weather.

A Pub Trail is a scavenger hunt through Leeuwarden, combined with short pub games in cafés that you choose yourselves. For friends, colleagues and families who want to explore the city without feeling like tourists. You walk together through the city, complete challenges, and play games in the cafés. The group stays together, and the player with the most points wins a prize. Pub Trail Leeuwarden is an activity, not a traditional pub crawl. You choose the cafés yourselves: no fixed bars, no set routes. This gives you the freedom to choose the cafés you want to visit. Pub Trail Leeuwarden is an active and playful experience, much more fun than a standard walking tour.

Grab a seat at the coolest bar in Amsterdam with a ticket 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. Step into the frozen world inspired by the 1596 expedition to the North Pole, featuring detailed ice sculptures and polar bears as you sip on included drinks in the ‘chilled-out’ atmosphere.

Amsterdam's vibrant culinary scene can be overwhelming to navigate on your own. Let a guide lead you on a small-group food and walking tour to relish the bites and cultural highlights of Amsterdam’s sophisticated Jordaan district. Visit local foodie hotspots to sample Dutch delicacies, including Gouda cheese, traditional Dutch apple pie, and herring.

Take in Amsterdam's key sights, without getting sore feet, on this small-group canal boat tour. Enjoy a route that cruises through Jordaan, De Wallen, and more, before stopping off for authentic Amsterdam snacks and a complimentary coffee. Listen to commentary from your local guide as you go, gaining insights you might otherwise miss if exploring independently.

Get an up-close look at the amazing complexity of human anatomy with a skip-the-line ticket to the Body Worlds exhibit in Amsterdam. Marvel at real human specimens donated to science and preserved in detail using a groundbreaking method, and learn about the effect of emotions on the body as you explore ‘The Happiness Project.’ The interactive exhibit is suitable for all ages and also includes an adults-only section.