Top Netherlands Classes & Workshops - page 2

Keep up your exercise routine without having to seek out a hotel with a great gym by booking a Premium Fitness Pass. You'll get access to over 20 gyms across town and hundreds of fitness classes. You can choose from 1-, 2-, or 5-entry passes--all are valid for a period of 30 days from first use.

This experience is your invitation into the charming home of an Amsterdam local, where you’ll roll your sleeves up and learn how to make traditional Dutch pancakes in a private cooking lesson. Get hands-on with the ingredients, learn new cooking techniques, and try your hand at flipping “Pannenkoeken” before sitting down to eat your pancakes with a glass or two of wine—all included.

Discover many highlights of the Netherlands’ countryside, all in one day—and immerse yourself in Dutch culture and traditions—on this private tour from Amsterdam. After morning pickup from your hotel, head to Zaanse Schans to see its famed windmills and visit a clog workshop. After stopping by a cheese producer, continue to the fishing village of Volendam. Finally, board a ferry to Marken island before being brought back to Amsterdam.

Efoiling is truly amazing due to its unique blend of thrilling adventure and serene freedom on the water. It offers an electrifying experience as riders effortlessly glide above the waves on an electric hydrofoil board, granting an unmatched sensation of exhilaration. The smooth and quiet ride allows for an immersive connection with the environment, giving riders a sense of tranquility and oneness with nature. Whether you're a water sports enthusiast seeking a new challenge or a beginner eager to explore, efoiling offers a remarkable and unforgettable journey that captivates both the adventurous spirit and the desire to be one with the water.

See the city like a traveler. Capture it like a photographer. Join a professional local photographer for a unique and immersive photography tour and hands-on workshop through Amsterdam’s most beautiful streets, canals, and hidden gems. This experience is perfect for beginners and hobbyists, who want to capture more than just snapshots — you'll come away with real skills and stunning images. Hi there! I’m Sandra, a Spanish professional photographer and educator based in the Netherlands. With over 7 years running my successful full-time photography business, Sandra Herrero Photography, I’ve worked with tourists, locals, influencers, entrepreneurs, and international brands. More than 1,250 happy clients from 85+ nationalities have trusted me to capture their special moments — will you be next? Walk, shoot, and learn. Book your spot on this photography workshop and discover Amsterdam from a new angle! Check out my work: wwwsandraherrerocom Instagram: @sandraherrerophotography

Engage in the art of bartending at The Chupitos Club with a dynamic cocktail and shot workshop. Under the guidance of a skilled Chupitos bartender, mix, layer, and ignite your creativity as you craft 2 delightful cocktails and 3 vibrant shooters. Master the techniques of free-pouring and shaking while creating a flavored Mule and iconic fire shooters like the Harry Potter. Participate in fun challenges, learn the essentials of bartending, and soak up the electric atmosphere of the Chupitos vibe that invites you to party after the workshop.

Take a break during a busy vacation with this relaxing ceramic-painting workshop in Katwoude. Enjoy a mindful moment of calm as you create something special to take home. Learn about the history of Dutch ceramics as you paint and enjoy included tea and Dutch biscuits. After the class, you can visit the dairy farm and clog factory, as well as the on-site shop that sells fruit wine and cheese.

We belong to Indian families who like to bring tradition and culture to every meal they cook. Here we are representing our histories with style. Cooking is all about experimentation and simply having a good time. This experience will unveil the secrets to cooking vegetarian food with Indian spices & show you techniques for getting the most flavour out of each dish. My husband and I are food lovers and are very passionate about cooking. We believe food is the language that brings the world together. We expertise in North Indian cuisine which is rich in flavours and textures. Recently moved to The Hague, we want to share our love and passion for Indian food with you.

A unique cocktail adventure awaits in Rotterdam, featuring a self-guided tour of three specially selected bars. Each venue showcases a distinct vibe, from lively atmospheres to elegant settings, where expert mixologists serve signature cocktails crafted just for you. Navigate at your own pace with a digital map, allowing you to savor bold flavors and discover hidden gems around the city. This limited-time experience is perfect for cocktail enthusiasts eager to explore the mixology scene in Rotterdam.

Step into a working soap distillery where every bar on the shelves was made by hand, just like yours will be. Nature Bar is not a workshop venue. It's a real soap distillery in De Hallen, Amsterdam, where Marlies and Jaros make every single product by hand, every week. When you join the workshop, you're working in the actual kitchen, with the real tools, next to the soap that's curing on the shelves around you. You'll learn how cold process soap is made, which organic oils and botanical ingredients go in, and why that makes such a difference compared to what's in the average plastic bottle. By the end of the session you'll have made your own bars. The soap needs a few weeks to cure, but it goes home with you on the day. Every single time, people leave surprised by how much they enjoyed it, and how good it smells in there. This is handmade, honest and genuinely unique. There is no other place in Amsterdam where you can do this.

The Kintsugi workshop is unique as it explores the age-old Japanese art of repairing. Instead of concealing flaws, Kintsugi accentuates and celebrates them, transforming the restored piece into a unique and beautiful work of art. Participants not only acquire a craft skill but also gain a valuable lesson in embracing imperfections and discovering beauty in resilience.

Learn how to make four different varieties of sushi—maki, nigiri, uramaki, and temaki—during this private Japanese cooking workshop in Amsterdam. Get hands-on guidance from a bonafide sushi chef and former sushi restaurant owner as you craft your own dinner. Snacks and alcoholic beverages are included, with the possibility to also hold workshops within your vacation rental.

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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.

Unlike a standard tour, this private walk blends sightseeing with personal photo tips you can use anywhere. Your workshop facilitator, Simon Elwell is a professional freelance photographer who has a wide portfolio of work and will convey his own personal advice on how to improve your photography regardless of your camera. We will definitely see some of the most beautiful parts of the city but this is not a guided city tour - It's all about photography, so bring a camera and your creative interest.

Explore Amsterdam the way it was meant to be seen—by bike—on this private tour. Follow a local host on a personalized tour of the city's most interesting neighborhoods and attractions. 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 makes this private tour an easy-going ride for you, plus makes a stop for a local drink or snack.

Leave behind the kitschy souvenirs and opt for something memorable—that doubles as an experience. With this workshop, you’ll be welcomed to a local’s home, where you’ll chat over coffee or tea before picking up your leather-working tools. No skills required, and at the end of the session, you’ll walk away with your own personally made, genuine leather creation with your name inscribed, a true one-of-a-kind.

What Makes This Activity Special This open studio experience is not a fixed class but a flexible, creative moment in the heart of Amsterdam. Instead of following strict instructions, you are encouraged to explore, experiment, and work in a way that feels natural to you. Creativity here is approached as something everyone can access, not as a talent you need to have. The atmosphere is calm, welcoming, and personal, making it easy to relax, focus, and enjoy the process. Many guests are surprised by what they create when given time, space, and the freedom to follow their curiosity. Whether you come to unwind, reconnect with your creativity, or try something completely new, this open studio offers a meaningful and hands-on experience that stays with you long after the session ends.

Enjoy an Amsterdam experience with a difference and try something that most tourists never get to experience—perfume-making with the help of a local tutor. Spend hours immersing yourself in the world of perfumery in the comfort of your teacher’s home, with the end result being you taking your own personal scent home with you.

Keen crafters, or anyone who likes learning new practical skills, will enjoy this introductory leather-crafting workshop in Leiden. The class takes place in a dedicated leather-crafting workshop and is led by an experienced professional, who will provide all the tools and instructions you need to get started. Choose your leather pieces—with vegan leather also available—and create a unique piece to take home.

Whether you want to learn how to take the best photos possible of your Amsterdam vacation or you’d like to be the one in front of the camera, your guide is here to help you on this private tour. Stroll the city’s cobbled streets to find the best photo ops you’d otherwise have missed, and go home with new photography skills to impress your family and friends.

Enjoy an authentic Dutch bar experience like a true Amsterdam local with the help of a guide to talk you through a beer and hutspot (a dish made with boiled and mashed root vegetables and seasoned meat) tasting session, with the chance to make your very own personalized beer. Then, try your hand at the traditional shuffleboard-style game Sjoelen, and the winner gets six cans of beer to take home.

Try your hand at recreating Rembrandt’s masterpieces—and enjoy the undivided attention of a private guide—during a painting workshop in Amsterdam. With this hands-on experience, you’ll make your own oil paints before creating a mini masterpiece to take home. Enjoy personalized instruction tailored to your ability, hear facts about the famous artist, and learn the secrets of how to make paints from natural ingredients.

Amsterdam’s nightlife is famous, but it’s hard to know where to go when you’re just visiting. Combine the convenience of a guided tour with the freedom of independent travel on this self-guided tour of the city’s top cocktail bars. With a map and vouchers for three drinks in three different bars, explore the venues at your own pace.