6 Beer Tastings in the Netherlands to Build an Afternoon Around

1.Amsterdam Luxury Boutique Boat tour with Unlimited Beer and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 156 reviews · 40 to 45 minutes (approx.) · from $18Our pick

Cruise Amsterdam’s central canals for about 40 to 45 minutes with an English-speaking guide. You’ll pass De Wallen, Rembrandt House, Oude Kerk, and Skinny Bridge. Beer, wine, and soft drinks are available through an onboard open bar, with guides such as Justin, Butter, Ben, and Josua named in guest feedback.

“My reservation was for 12:00 but they called me at 12:05 to tell me that it had been canceled and that it should be at 14:00, it bothers me a lot because I had a reservation at a restaurant and museum, I arrived on time but the boat came at 14:30, the truth is that I would not recommend them because in addition the drinks were very cheap and for this reason my friend and I had a lot of headache and Diego vomited many times as”

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2.Rotterdam: Stadshaven Brewery Tour with Beer Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 130 reviews · 1 hour - 100 minutes · from $26

You’ll tour Stadshaven Brewery in Rotterdam’s restored 100-year-old fruit warehouse, see the brewing operation from an elevated walkway, learn about its history and sustainability plans, then taste either one beer or three beers with snacks. Tours run in English or Dutch and last about an hour.

“Leuke AR tour, maar ben je best wel snel door en zie je ter plekke niet bepaald veel. maar echt wel leuk gedaan”

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3.Delft: Craft Beer Tasting in Medieval Brewery

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 116 reviews · 1 day · from $19

Visit Delfts Brouwhuis in central Delft for four beers from Delftse Brouwers, served with Bavarian pretzels and homemade dip. Sit in the medieval cellar, beer garden, or beside the brewery. There is no guide, but you may see the brewer working.

“I don’t usually drink beer, but these craft beers tasted nice. My partner enjoyed it very much too. He’s more of a connoisseur.”

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4.Premium Cheese Tasting with Wine and Beer Pairing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 79 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $27

In a cheese-tasting attic beside Amsterdam’s Tuschinski Theater, a live host introduces you to Henri Willig’s family business, cheesemaking, and 10 Gouda samples. Pair them with two drinks, dips, and mustard, then use your 10% shop discount to take Dutch cheese home.

“Great value experience in Amsterdam. Generous portions of delicious cheese and 2 glasses of wine. The talk was both informative and entertaining. Highly recommended”

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5.Amsterdam Craft Beer Brewery Tour by Bus with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $70Top rated

Ride from Overhoeksplein to three Amsterdam craft breweries, including Oedipus and Breugem, with a guide such as Walther. You’ll taste nine beers, hear beer and Amsterdam stories, and return by air-conditioned bus. Brewery choices can vary, adding a little surprise to the route.

“We met fun people to share the experience with. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and we even tasted one of his beers!”

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6.Guided Craft Beer Brewery Bus Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 37 reviews · 3 hours · from $68

Join an English, Dutch, or German-speaking beer guide for a three-hour bus tour of three Amsterdam breweries. You will taste nine beers, hear how the breweries work, and receive a guided brewery visit at one stop. The breweries change daily, so the exact lineup is a surprise.

“Great tour and fantastic guide. We had a really great time and we had a great laugh with the tour guide/ driver. Highly recommended”

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