The Netherlands · FOOD TOURS IN ROTTERDAM
Good food tours in Rotterdam fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 13 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Tour Rotterdam’s Stadshaven Brewery, see modern brewing in a restored fruit warehouse, and taste local beers with snacks for $26.
“Leuke AR tour, maar ben je best wel snel door en zie je ter plekke niet bepaald veel. maar echt wel leuk gedaan”
Taste Dutch classics and global bites while walking Rotterdam’s architecture, markets, bridges, and neighborhoods with a small English-speaking group.
“The tour guide was fantastic and we learned a lot about the city. But, most of the bites were small (not worth $95+ for sure) and the food was shared so better to go in a group. Less of a food tour, more of a walking tour. There was no watertaxi ride, maybe because it was chilly out. Also, we only got one drink not 2 like it said in the description. Tour guide rating: 5/5 Actual tour: 3/5”
Cycle Rotterdam with a local guide, tasting Dutch bites, beers, and city sights in a small group over four relaxed hours.
“We had an unforgettable day on the Bike and Bites tour in Rotterdam with Rob! Our cruise ship arrived late, but Rob and Paul were incredibly accommodating, working seamlessly to ensure we could still complete tour without missing a beat. Their flexibility and warm, welcoming vibe set the tone for an amazing experience. Rob was fantastic with our kids, keeping them engaged, entertained, and safe throughout the entire tour. His enthusiasm made them feel so special, and they’re still talking about him! The biking route was perfect, showcasing Rotterdam’s vibrant sights, and every food stop was a delicious dive into local flavors that we all loved. Rob’s focus on safety…”
Taste Rotterdam on a four-hour walking tour with Dutch classics, global street food, city stories, craft beer, and local guides.
“Great tour - our guide Bram really knew his stuff and had lots of stories about the history of the city right up to the present day. A real variety of food stops, the time flew by (didn’t even mind the rain!) and would love to go back. As a solo traveller, I was also lucky to join a really good group.”
Cycle Rotterdam through architecture, food, and local stories, tasting Dutch classics, global bites, craft beer, cider, and chocolate.
“Super veel gezien en uitleg van onze gids Ferry gehad. Was een erg fijne fietstocht. Aleens de culinaire hapjes waren goed naar hadden we iets anders van voorgesteld.”
Taste Rotterdam through Dutch, Surinamese, Indonesian, Javanese, and Japanese dishes on a three-hour small-group food walk.
“Don’t plan to eat anything after the tour! We couldn’t even finish all the food on the tour, took some back to the hotel”
Taste Rotterdam-brewed beer at Brewery Noordt, with a short brewery tour, two beers, or three small pours in the tasting room.
Taste Rotterdam in three hours with five food stops, Markthal, local dishes, a friendly guide, and practical value advice.
“Foods were average, not very impressive. Was hoping for hidden gems, but got more budgeted locals foods.”
Review of Rotterdam’s private food walk, with Dutch tastings, Chinatown, Markthal, Cube Houses, guide quality, and practical booking advice.
“Michel was an amazing tour guide!!! Informative, personable and entertaining! We would highly recommend!!”
Tour Dordrecht’s Rutte Distillery, see traditional stills and taste Dutch gin and genever in a 25-minute visit for $11.
“De man was erg enthousiast en daarom ging de uitleg in een wel erg hoog tempo. Wel leuk met de nodige wetenswaardigheden.”
Taste Dutch classics and explore Rotterdam’s station, Chinatown, town hall, Markthal, and Cube Houses with a private local guide.
“Enjoyed the activity and the guide was very knowledgeable.”
Taste seven vegan stops across Rotterdam, from pistachio-cardamom cookies to Indian street food, with city stories and a small group guide.
“It was a fantastic tour with our guide Bas! After previously doing the Vegan Food Tour in Utrecht, we now joined the tour in Rotterdam, a city not really familiar to us. We were pleasantly surprised by the fun facts about the city, the beautiful route, and especially the incredibly tasty dishes! A wonderful initiative to discover the best vegan spots in Rotterdam. Highly recommended!”
Explore Rotterdam by water taxi, taste four local craft beers, and follow a guide through breweries, harbors, and Fenix Food Factory.
“Our guide Willem is quite a phenomenon! As Rotterdambassadeur, he knows all in and outs in Rotterdam and he is telling this with humor so no boring facts! We saw some very nice spots of Rotterdam and had great beers & tasty bites. We certainly recommend this tour for a good time with family, friends or like us with colleagues!”
Pick a canal, a gallery or a day out of town.
