Netherlands · DRINKING TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 drinking tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Amsterdam evening canal cruise with live guide and onboard bar. See UNESCO canal belt, Anne Frank area, Skinny Bridge, and more.
“The captain and the host were cordial and friendly. The cheese was delicious as was the wine. We enjoyed Chris’s talk with humor.”
Amsterdam Red Light District pub crawl with an English host, 30 minutes of unlimited shots, free shots at each venue, and nightclub entry.
“OK, so I was sceptical about this given that I am pushing 40, however as I was with a younger friend I let my "younger inner self" get the better of me and booked; I was right to think that it would be more the younger end, however, it surprised me that being the elder in the group meant I had the upper hand with managing the drinks; whilst I would not exactly say the free shots were an appeal, nor did they really taste of alcohol I would say that the experience as a whole was sociable and excellent value for money... Just don't do what I did when…”
5-hour Amsterdam Red Light District pub crawl from Rembrandtplein with free shots, games, and club entry at five venues.
“Matilda was my guide and was wonderful! She did her best to make sure that myself and the other participants were having a good time. She even offered to be available for questions or recommendations on other activities/establishments. However, this is one of those things that if you are a solo traveler, especially a female, then it’s probably not going to be so great. I was the only woman in my group, and while the gents were nice and respectful (for the most part… one guy did try to kiss me) towards me, they were incredibly disrespectful about the women working in the industry.”
90-minute Amsterdam canal cruise on a quiet electric boat with live commentary, an onboard bar, and a route through iconic canals and bridges.
“The experience was excellent. Our captain, Oliver, was so knowledgeable about Amsterdam’s history and witty as well. He memorized each guest’s name and place of residence which impressed me. When the tour was over, I wanted to stay on the boat and repeat the tour.”
1-hour German-guided electric canal cruise on Amsterdam’s Amstel, passing Oude Kerk and Magere Brug, with a buy-onboard drink.
Evening Amsterdam canal cruise with a small-group guide, blankets, and an on-board bar, plus Light Festival art in winter.
“Amazing tour the girls were really good they got the whole cruise going. Was a lovely way to spend my husband’s birthday 🎉🥳”
A 2 hour small-group canal cruise by electric boat, with live commentary, Dutch snacks, and top Amsterdam sights from the water.
“Despite the weather, we totally enjoyed the tour. Our captain was friendly and genuine engaging us all in conversation and educated it.”
A relaxed 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise on a covered Cloud Boat where you can smoke your own supply, plus a friendly guide and bar drinks.
“Very relaxing and the guide was very sweet and helpful!”
Amsterdam city center pub crawl: unlimited shots first 30 min, free beer or wine at 5 venues, dance bars near Leidseplein, club entry.
“Tina is a very talented guide, she is involved and listens to visitors and does not hesitate to motivate them 😁😁😁”
Amsterdam VIP pub crawl with skip-the-line club entry, drink specials, and free shots. 4 hours with an English guide.
“Great experience best pub crawl because of small group we ended up knowing everyone very well con is one of the best host I've met, literally. not just saying for the sake of ppsitive review”
2-hour Amsterdam Red Light District and local pub walking tour. See oldest pubs, coffee shops, secret streets, then unwind with a drink.
“Great tour through the red light district. As I was the only one booked the tour I even got a private tour. Stan showed me the most important spots and told the whole background and history of prostitution and coffee shops in Amsterdam. We even stopped briefly at a coffee shop and he explained everything to me in detail how it works. Stan is a great tour guide and I would definitively book a tour again the next time I am in Amsterdam.”
4-hour Red Light District pub crawl in Amsterdam with 5 bar stops, free shot at each, and VIP club entry included for $32.
“Tour was great with our tour guide Aria. We had a smaller group so it was more of a chance to talk and ask too many questions haha. Great experience and highly recommend if you want to explore and meet new friends. I’d recommend pre drinks as we learned in Amsterdam, it is an expensive city to drink all day.”
Float on Groningen’s first terrace boat with a bar, cozy seating, and a cabriolet roof. Plan an easy drink-and-sightseeing outing.
“Schönes Schiff mit super Personal. Sehr lieb und zuvorkommend. Um diese Zeit trotz Heitstrahler, an Bord etwas kalt. Daher etwas mehr anziehen.”
A 5.5-hour Amsterdam nightlife bar crawl around Leidseplein and Rembrandtplein with red-shirt hosts, a WhatsApp route, and free drinks.
“Matilda was an amazing guide. She was a great facilitator during our pub crawl. She was great at getting others to participate in games, and keeping everyone entertained and engaged with one another.”
Amsterdam evening canal cruise with wine, craft beer, and cheese. See Jordaan and 7 Bridges at night in a small group loop.
“Lovely small group relaxing evening cruise. Beautiful city at dark with lights. Fun and knowledgeable captain.”
Every kind of Dutch day out, and the best of each.
