The 9 Best Shopping Tours in the Netherlands

1.Guided Ganja Walking Tour of Coffee Shops

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,092 reviews · from $27Our pick

Join a 45-minute to 2.5-hour English, Dutch, or German walking tour from the Royal Palace through central Amsterdam. Visit coffee shops, a Dutch bar, Begijnhof, and the Flower Market while learning about cannabis rules, medical use, and local culture. Guides may include Eric, Erik, James, or Felix.

“Jans was a great guide and so much fun! A he was so enthusiastic and we could tell he loved his city. He took us to some pretty cool coffee shops. It was a very small group so that was really nice too.”

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2.Amsterdam’s Market Street Food Tour with Streat Bites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 398 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $133Top rated

Spend about three hours sampling Dutch street food around Albert Cuyp Market in Amsterdam’s De Pijp. Your English-speaking guide leads you to family-run spots for fries, herring, stroopwafels, snacks, drinks, and edible souvenirs. Vegetarian needs are accommodated, but most tastings are not vegan-friendly.

“Great local guide who took us to family owned and truly authentic spots to enjoy delicious tastes! She was so informative and loves sharing the local culture via food! Highly recommend her tour!”

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3.Eating Amsterdam: Albert Cuyp Market & The Pijp Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $114

Spend 2.5 hours with an English-speaking guide exploring De Pijp, tasting Gouda, ham, saucijzenbroodje, and broodje gezond, then making a warm stroopwafel. Guides such as Gerard, Bernardo, and Danielle add local stories, market know-how, and personal Amsterdam tips.

“We had a great experience tasting various foods in De Pijp with Bernardo. He was very knowledgeable and passionate about what he shared with us and we appreciated the introduction to this area of Amsterdam. Would definitely recommend!”

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4.Coffee Shops Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · 2 hours · from $106

Spend two hours walking Amsterdam’s Red Light District with a Dutch, English, or German-speaking guide. Visit Prix d’Ami, see the city’s smallest alley, and learn how cannabis policy, prostitution, politics, and tourism shaped Amsterdam. Guides such as Maurice and Gavin add lively local detail.

“Gav was brilliant….. 2 hours of continuous fun & interesting information about Amsterdam. The history, architectural surroundings, all the night life and what makes the city popular for tourists. Couldn’t fault him at all. Wish we had longer if anything.”

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5.Dutch Street Food Tour on Amsterdam Market

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7 reviews · from $68

Join a foodie guide, including Noam, at Amsterdam’s Albert Cuyp Market for about two hours of Dutch snacks, a first soft drink, and local craft beer. Tastings replace lunch, while stories about food and culture bring the market to life. A personal assistant can also help with trip advice afterward.

“This was a great beginning to my trip to Amsterdam. I learned a lot from Noam about Amsterdam and its food but also Noam got back to me via WhatsApp to answer a question about a name of a food I had forgotten. Very responsive guide and very personable. You want to take this tour when you’re in Amsterdam!”

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6.Amsterdam Private Shopping Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $204

Spend 2, 4, or 6 hours shopping Amsterdam with a private local guide. Browse Negen Straatjes, Noordermarkt, Waterlooplein, Jordaan, De Pijp, and Oud Zuid, with central hotel pickup available on request. Guide Eve is praised for sharp style advice and access to special store service.

“Eve was incredible! She cut through the shops we didn’t need to see and showed us great shops with amazing options. Really great finds. We got special treatment from the store attendants bc of Eve. She has phenomenal taste and style. It was a really lovely experience with a great person. Will definitely do it again and request Eve.”

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7.From Amsterdam; Alkmaar Cheese market & Zaanse Schans

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4 reviews

Travel from Amsterdam Noord to Alkmaar for the Friday cheese market, a 30-minute guided walk, and free time before visiting Zaanse Schans. An English-speaking guide, including guide Bea on recent departures, explains Dutch cheese, windmills, crafts, and local life. Lunch and windmill entry cost extra.

“Az idegenvezető kedves volt, a túra is élvezetes volt, viszont kevés idő volt Alkamaarban is körülnézni, de főleg Zaanse Schansban... itt futva tudunk csak körülnézni... Ennyi idő NEM ELÉG!”

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8.New Optimist: Atelier Visit & Shopping tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $0

Visit New Optimist’s Amsterdam atelier for a 60-minute look at circular design, pattern drawing, cutting, and sewing. Meet the makers, enjoy a drink, then browse limited-edition streetwear with a personal stylist and 10% shop discount. Groups are limited to six.

“Super nice to see how the product is made in the atelier, We were pleasantly surprised. Thanks you.”

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9.Amsterdam City Center, Red Light District and Coffee Shops Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Join Alex for a private Amsterdam walking tour of up to six people. In about three hours, you’ll connect Dam Square, the Royal Palace, De Wallen, Chinatown, medieval towers, St. Nicholas Basilica, and Centraal Station, with coffee or tea included.

“Very interresting tour with a very nice & super friendly guide ! Alex showed us a great overview of Amsterdam Center and we enjoyed all the stories and anecdotes he shared with us. We wish we could have extended the tour and spend even Read more”

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