The 8 Best Beer Tours & Pub Crawls in the Netherlands

1.City Centre Canal Cruise & Free Flower Cocktail

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,310 reviews · from $19Our pick

See Amsterdam from its canals on a 60-minute Stromma cruise from Central Station or Damrak, or a 75-minute version from the Rijksmuseum. Expect the Anne Frank House, Westerkerk, Skinny Bridge, old warehouses, and 19-language audio. A flower cocktail is included, though its sweetness may not suit everyone.

“Funny, entertaining, peaceful, relaxing, with a guide who added their own personal twist to the tour which we enjoyed a lot! Highly recommended”

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2.Red Light District Pub Crawl with Unlimited Shots

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,130 reviews · 5.5 hours - 2 days · from $24

Join hosts such as Ioanna, Tina, Elzo, Aria, or Lilli for a 5.5-hour Amsterdam night out. You’ll visit four pubs in the City Center or Red Light District, play drinking games, receive a shot at each venue, and finish at a nightclub with entry included. Bring photo ID and dress for strict door rules.

“Great people, great vibes. The last bar was a little too quiet and not the vibe. But otherwise great selection”

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3.Amsterdam Red Light District Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,497 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $24

Meet at Rembrandtplein for about five hours of bars, dance venues, and a final nightclub. You will visit four bars plus one club, receive a shot at each stop, and get unlimited shots for the first 30 minutes. Hosts such as Matilda, Lilli, Andre, and Elio lead games and social activities, though the exact venues can change.

“It was a great experience and a wonderful way to see RLD while meeting new people. Lilli was an amazing tour guide who kept everything light and fun.”

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4.Bols Cocktail Experience Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 785 reviews · 1 day · from $23

At House of Bols across from the Van Gogh Museum, you’ll follow a self-guided audio tour through genever, liqueur, scents, and cocktail-making. Test your nose, learn to build a drink in six steps, then enjoy one alcoholic or alcohol-free cocktail in the Mirror Bar. The visit is for ages 18 and up.

“Really fun! Such a good experience and so interesting”

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5.City Center Bar Crawl and Nightlife Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 728 reviews · 5.5 hours - 2 days · from $24

Join an English-speaking host for a 5.5-hour Amsterdam night out through Leidseplein and nearby nightlife areas. You get unlimited shots for the first 30 minutes, one beer or wine at five venues, entry to four dance bars and a large club, plus plenty of chances to meet people. Hosts such as Tina, Andrei, Matilda, Laura, and Samuel have earned strong praise.

“we loved it! so much fun, great staff, really helpful. enjoyed all the pubs and clubs. definitely will recommend has it helped us experience a part of amsterdam where we wouldn't have known about. I have told all my friends to book this who are coming to Amsterdam this year.”

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6.Bols Cocktail Experience and Cocktail Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 666 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $41Top rated

At Bols Cocktail Experience opposite the Van Gogh Museum, you’ll explore 450 years of Genever and liqueur making with a multilingual audio guide, enjoy a cocktail in the Mirror Bar, then learn to mix two or three drinks with a professional bartender. The 1.5 to 2-hour visit suits adults who enjoy drinks, design, and hands-on fun.

“It was really fun and engaging as well as informative of how the Brand was founded. The 30 Minute Cocktail Workshop was awesome and creative and the instructor was not just funny but also polite and informative. The Cocktails from the bar were also amazing, would recommend a Blue Hawaiian from there.”

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7.Original Pub Crawl Party with VIP Entrance

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 511 reviews · 4 hours · from $12Best value

Join an English-speaking guide for four hours of Amsterdam nightlife, starting at Generator Hostel or the Waterhole Bar. Visit more than three pubs and clubs, collect drink deals and shots, and finish with VIP entry to a nightclub near Leidseplein. Guides such as Giada, Manasvi, Con, and Shreya are often praised for keeping groups together.

“Shreya was articulate , fun and, a professional . I encourage anyone around to book with her for a special Amsterdam bar hopping experience”

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8.Ludwig’s Red Light Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 402 reviews · 4 hours · from $32

Join Ludwig, Manu, Aria, or another English- or Dutch-speaking guide for four hours through Amsterdam’s Red Light District. Visit up to five bars, receive a welcome shot at each, meet an international crowd, and finish with included VIP club entry. Bring ID, wear good shoes, and budget separately for drinks.

“We did enjoy out bar tour with Ludwig. Ludwig is such a great guy, funt to be around and professional, he took a good care of us and we enjoyed every moment of our tour. we had a great time.”

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