Self-Guided Food Tour de Jordaan - iAmsterdam City Card

Ready to explore Amsterdam’s most picturesque neighbourhood while indulging in some of the city’s most iconic bites? Our Self-Guided de Jordaan Food Tour is your passport to a mouthwatering journey through de Jordaan.

Wander at your own pace and savour the local flavours that make this district so special. From legendary apple pie to authentic Dutch cheeses, this tour is a celebration of the community, culture, and culinary creativity that defines Amsterdam.

€ Free for iAmsterdam City Card holders

The Jordaan Self-Guided Food Tour tour at a glance

  • Experience the true taste of Amsterdam in its most charming neighbourhood, De Jordaan, with our self-guided food tour (food costs not included).
  • Savor the city’s best traditional and modern Dutch delicacies at 7 beloved local foodie stops, with exclusive tastings and discounts just for you.
  • Learn about De Jordaan’s rich history and meet the local food heroes who keep its culinary traditions alive.

Prices

Self-Guided Jordaan Food Tour
Free for iAmsterdam City Card holders

Want to instead have a private guided tour instead? Then simply book our Jordaan Food Tour as a private guided tour. Whether as a couple, family, friends, or group – we cater specifically to your wishes. If you have more than 10 participants or book multiple tours with us, you will also benefit from our group discounts. 

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What to expect from this tour?

This self-paced culinary adventure lets you dive into the heart of Amsterdam’s De Jordaan, a neighbourhood brimming with history and flavour.

Follow our easy-to-navigate PDF guide to 7 foodie hotspots, where you’ll get to sample everything from legendary Jordanese sandwiches to Amsterdam’s best apple pie (food costs are not included). Along the way, you’ll uncover the stories behind these iconic bites and the local heroes who make them.

Calling all food lovers and independent explorers! Our Self-Guided de Jordaan Food Tour is your ticket to a culinary journey through one of Amsterdam’s most iconic neighborhoods. This isn’t just a food tour; it’s an adventure that lets you explore the city’s flavors and stories at your own pace.

Forget the traditional guided tours – this experience is all about you. Armed with our PDF guide, you’ll navigate De Jordaan’s picturesque streets, stopping at 7 carefully selected foodie spots. From a legendary butcher shop to a family-owned cheese store, each stop offers a taste of Amsterdam’s rich culinary heritage.

And it’s not just about the food. At each stop, you’ll also discover the stories of the local food heroes who make this neighborhood so special. De Jordaan’s history is as rich as its flavors, and you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of what makes this area the heart of Amsterdam.

What’s on the menu? How about a traditional Jordanese meatball sandwich, or perhaps some of Amsterdam’s best apple pie? From Dutch cheeses to artisanal sausages, you’ll enjoy exclusive tastings and discounts at each stop. And the best part? You can enjoy it all at your own pace, with no tour guide to rush you along.

This self-guided food tour is the perfect way to experience Amsterdam like a local. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, you’ll walk away with a full belly, a happy heart, and a newfound love for De Jordaan.

 

What You’ll Experience:

  • Exclusive Tastings & Discounts: Enjoy special offers at 7 local foodie stops (food costs are not included)
  • De Jordaan History: Learn about the neighborhood’s past and present through engaging stories.
  • Local Food Heroes: Meet the people behind Amsterdam’s most beloved bites.
  • Self-Paced Exploration: Eat, walk, and repeat at your own pace with our easy-to-use PDF guide.
  • Iconic Dutch Flavors: Taste everything from traditional Jordanese sandwiches to Dutch licorice.
  • Google Maps Links: Navigate like a pro with Google Maps links included in your guide.

 

What’s Included:

  • Access to exclusive deals and tastings at 7 local foodie stops
  • A PDF guide packed with fun tidbits about the food and behind-the-scenes stories.
  • Google Maps links to help you get around like a local.
  • Restaurant recommendations for the rest of your stay in Amsterdam.
  • A list of must-try Dutch phrases to impress the locals.

 

Important to Know:

  • Food Costs: Food is not included in the tour price. Flash your PDF guide at each location and pay as you go (approx. €25 p/p).
  • Vegetarian Options: Available at 5 to 6 locations.
  • Vegan & gluten free options: Sorry, this country runs on butter and eggs.

 

Ready to munch your way through De Jordaan? Book now and get ready to uncover the hidden food gems and untold stories of Amsterdam’s most picturesque district.

Great to know

Alexandra from Who Is Amsterdam Tours:

If you’re the type of traveler who loves doing things at your own pace and likes to plan ahead, then our Self-Guided Food Tour is your perfect match! No schedules — just you, some tasty bites, and the freedom to explore Amsterdam on your own terms.

Not sure if you’re more of a guided or self-guided tour person? We’ve got you covered! Check out our blog to help you figure out which food tours style suits you best. Either way, we’ll make sure you have an unforgettable foodie adventure!

Your starting point

Your starting point is “Broodje Mokum”, it’s the first stop of your self guided Jordaan food tour. It’s a wonderful local lunch place, which breathes the atmosphere of the Jordaan.

What our guests say

The most interesting food during our vacation in Amsterdam

It’s a worthwhile visit. Locals were awesome, the quality of the food was superb and it was a very interesting taste of diferents specialties. Everywhere charged us what the selfguied tour said theywould or even less!!! Everyone was so friendly! Cheese at the cheese place was one of our favourites, and the apple pie too, the fish shop was a tasty surprise, but the girl at Mr. Mokum took our hearts. When we arrived there, she only had leftovers because it was late, so she encouraged us to come back the next day if it was possible, She was so sincere, that we decided to come back for lunch the next day and it was lovely!!! Very tasty and different sandwiches. (We couldn’t taste the ice creaam place, because it was the only place closed this time of the year). A peace and realixing walk tour in a friendly borrough.

Magdapc

Feb 2, 2024

So Fun!

We had a fun time checking out the various food sites. And, the owners/greeters/servers were each so welcoming and helpful. Plus, we enjoyed the ‘story’ behind each of the places.

Susan G

Mar 26, 2023

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Why choose a Self-Guided Food Tour with Who Is Amsterdam Tours?

Set your own pace

You control the journey. Enjoy each bite and explore Amsterdam’s streets without rushing.

Taste local flavours

Savour authentic Dutch treats at curated family owned foodie spots. Yum!

Uncover hidden stories

Learn the background of each dish and read about the personal stories of the local vendors featured in our guide.

Easy navigation

Our PDF guide with Google Maps links makes it easy to explore. Plus, enjoy exclusive tastings and discounts.

FAQ - Self-Guided Food Tour de Jordaan

This is a self-guided food tour. Once you’ve booked your time slot, you’ll get a booking confirmation email with a link to download your PDF guide. The guide contains all the addresses with clickable Google Maps links. Simply flash your individual PDF guide on your phone to get exclusive deals and discounts at 6 places.
The prices for the food specials are not included in the Tour price. This is a PDF guide that takes you to 7 local establishments in the Jordaan neigborhood, filled with the stories behind the establishments and the food you’ll taste. Order according to our recommendation at each stop and pay as you go. What’s more? Tidbits about the neighborhood of De Jordaan, as well as restaurant recommendations and Amsterdam highlights for the rest of your stay.

After some cool discounts and deals, the total bill is around 25 EUR p/person. For real.

If you must know, it’s a beautiful collection of Jordaan’s traditional (take-away) foods. Starting with the most famous meatball in the district, delicious cheese tasting at the best Jordaan store, followed by Amsterdam’s most famous ice cream, a selection of best Dutch sausages, apple pie Amsterdam is proud of, herring and kibbeling (fried cod), and a slider by renowned local chef. Come hungry.

Great question! Even though you’re setting off on the tour on your own, we use time slots to keep things smooth and enjoyable.

Here’s why:

We collaborate with charming family businesses and small food vendors who simply can’t handle a crowd of 20 all at once. Think of it like this: you wouldn’t want to be elbow-to-elbow with a dozen other foodies while trying to savor that delectable Dutch cheese, right?

By booking a time slot, we try to ensure that each stop is a pleasant, uncrowded experience for you and the local vendors. Of course, if you’re tempted to start earlier or later, just know that it might be a bit busier than your scheduled time.

In this day and age, you can easily share it with your entire clan with a simple click. But do us a favor. We’re an independent local business, just like the ones that you’ll support during this experience. Be a pal. Traveling in a group? We have a sweet deal for 2/3 persons or more. The more people buy, the bigger discount you get. Don’t be cheeky, simply get a family discount.

You absolutely need data to get around. Every stop comes with Google Maps directions, so you can navigate your way around easily. And make sure your phone is all charged and juiced up!
You’ll hit up around 7 foodie stops. All of them are beloved mom-and-pop shops, an authentic, local, iconic brand that’s swept the nation by storm for generations. You’ll meet the family business that has a client coming for more than 100 years.
The total walking time is a cool 30 minutes, but this experience done in its entirety will take you around 2 – 2,5 hours. The local mom-and-pop shops we’ve selected are beloved local establishments so you might need to wait at certain places. Plus, reading how it works, devouring the stories, ordering and waiting take time. But trust us, the food is worth the wait! De Jordaan is a picturesque and charming neighbourhood. Walk around, take a look and explore the narrow alleys of this district. There’s much to discover.
Even God needs a break, so no. Sometimes, our local food heroes go on vacation, just like the rest of us. Around 6 stops will always be open. But bear in mind that the opening times are subject to change.
Vegetarians, rejoice! We have veggie options for all stops except for two (fish and meat). However, vegans and those who are gluten-free – we’re sorry. This country runs on butter, eggs, and gluten.
It’s exclusively in English.
We recommend to do all stops in one day to have full experience, but we understand that sometimes you can’t try all food and want to split it. So yes, you can split it for few days, but please keep in mind that after booking you get a time slot, and if you split there is a high chance that when you come next day place can be booked with other visitors.

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