• Amsterdam Canal Ring - Begin your journey in the cellar of a historic Amsterdam canal house, where you’ll savor your first Dutch tasting and delve into the Dutch Golden Age. This marks the start of a grand narrative: Amsterdam as the commercial powerhouse that contributed to the modern world. Discover how Dutch merchants established New Amsterdam, which later became New York City, and how a small nation influenced one of America’s greatest cities.
• Herenmarkt - Explore the historic West India House, the headquarters of the Dutch West India Company. This company played a pivotal role in founding New Amsterdam and expanding Dutch influence across the Atlantic. Learn about Peter Stuyvesant, the last Dutch governor of New York, and how Dutch trade, ambition, and pragmatism shaped early America.
• Begijnhof - Wander through the historic center and enter Begijnhof, one of Amsterdam’s oldest hidden courtyards. Here, you’ll hear about the Pilgrims, who lived in the Netherlands before sailing to America, and how Dutch ideas of tolerance, trade, and religious coexistence influenced the early Atlantic world.
• Canal Ring (Grachtengordel) - Walk through Amsterdam’s iconic UNESCO canal belt while learning how this city became the financial capital of the 17th century. This is where one of the tour’s most memorable concepts is introduced: the Dutch contribution to modern capitalism. Discussions will include:
  • the world’s first stock market
  • the rise of the Dutch East India Company
  • the birth of tradable shares
  • and Tulip Mania, often considered the world’s first speculative economic bubble
  This intriguing stop connects Amsterdam directly to Wall Street and the financial mindset that continues to shape the world today.
• The Jordaan - Along the way, the guide will link Dutch food culture to American culinary history. Participants will learn how traditional foods crossed the Atlantic and became part of American life:
  • Cookies from the Dutch koekje
  • Doughnuts from Dutch oliekoeken
  • Coleslaw from koolsla
  • Waffles and pancakes introduced by Dutch settlers
  • Dutch tavern and beer culture carried into early New York
  This segment of the tour makes history feel personal, engaging, and delicious.
  Duration: spread throughout the tour
• Anne Frank House - Enter the Jordaan and pause near the Anne Frank House, one of Amsterdam’s most significant landmarks. Here, the guide will recount the story of Anne Frank, the Nazi occupation, and the profound impact of World War II on the Netherlands. This is also where the narrative becomes reciprocal: after the war, America aided in rebuilding Europe, including the Netherlands, through postwar assistance and global influence. A poignant and reflective moment in the tour.
• Leidsegracht 4 - Pause near the famous Fault in Our Stars bench, a small yet delightful moment linking Amsterdam to American storytelling and pop culture. It serves as a reminder that the relationship between Amsterdam and America did not conclude in the 1600s — it continues today through literature, film, tourism, and shared imagination.
• Noorderkerk - Conclude in the charming Noordermarkt, one of the most cherished spots in the Jordaan. Here, you’ll enjoy traditional Dutch apple pie while wrapping up the story of how two nations influenced each other — through food, commerce, migration, memory, and culture. A warm and satisfying conclusion to a thoughtful, flavorful walk through Amsterdam.

• Enjoy multiple Dutch tastings from beloved local spots — enough for a light meal.
• Explore Amsterdam through a unique Dutch-American lens.
• Vegetarian options available with advance notice.
• Eat, laugh and learn with our expert local guide in a small-group setting.
• Finish with traditional Dutch apple pie in the Jordaan.

• Gratuities for your guide (optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off unless private option is selected
• Extra drinks or tastings outside the included route

Imagine discovering that New York, Wall Street, and even elements of American cuisine have their roots in Amsterdam! Join this small-group walking tour to uncover the fascinating links between the Netherlands and the United States through food, finance, migration, and history.

This tour combines engaging storytelling with tastings of traditional Dutch delicacies, illustrating how a small trading republic influenced the modern world. Learn about the transformation of New Amsterdam into New York, the Dutch role in establishing the first stock market, and how treats like cookies, doughnuts, waffles, and coleslaw made their way across the Atlantic.

During the tour, visit notable sites such as the West India House, Begijnhof, the Anne Frank House area, the renowned Fault in Our Stars bench, and the delightful Noordermarkt, where the tour concludes with a slice of classic Dutch apple pie.

Guided by an enthusiastic local expert, this tour is ideal for inquisitive travelers seeking a blend of history, culture, and culinary delights in one unforgettable adventure.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.