3-Day Amsterdam Foodie Itinerary for May 2023

  1. Day 1: Albert Cuyp Market
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Rijksmuseum

    Start your foodie journey by visiting the Albert Cuyp Market. The market is famous for its Dutch street food, including "Stroopwafels" and "Haring" (raw herring), which is a must-try dish for the adventurous foodies.

  2. Day 1: Foodhallen
    20 minutes (1.2 miles) from Albert Cuyp Market

    Located in a historic tram station, Foodhallen is a street food paradise with over 20 food stalls. From sushi to burgers, and from craft beer to gin, you will find everything here for your food cravings.

  3. Day 2: De Kas
    15 minutes (0.7 miles) from NEMO Science Museum

    De Kas is a restaurant located in a greenhouse, and their menu changes daily based on the availability of fresh vegetables from their own farm. This farm-to-table concept and the unique setting make it a must-visit place for the foodies.

  4. Day 2: Jordaan Food Tour
    30 minutes (1.5 miles) from De Kas

    Jordaan is a trendy neighborhood in Amsterdam, famous for its street art and food scene. Take a food tour and explore the best local food spots, including famous Dutch bitterballen, stroopwafels, and cheese.

  5. Day 3: The Seafood Bar
    10 minutes (0.5 miles) from Amsterdam Museum

    The Seafood Bar is a cozy restaurant that offers the freshest seafood in town. Order a seafood platter or try their famous fish and chips, and wash it down with chilled Dutch beer.

  6. Day 3: Patisserie Holtkamp
    20 minutes (1.1 miles) from The Seafood Bar

    End your foodie journey on a sweet note by visiting Patisserie Holtkamp. Their famous "Bitterkoekjes" and "Tompouce" desserts are a must-try for the foodies with a sweet tooth.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Albert Cuyp Market (1-2 hours, €10-€20)
  • Foodhallen (2-3 hours, €15-€30)
  • De Kas (3 hours, €50-€100 per person)
  • Jordaan Food Tour (3 hours, €50-€80 per person)
  • The Seafood Bar (2-3 hours, €30-€50 per person)
  • Patisserie Holtkamp (30 minutes - 1 hour, €5-€15 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €160-€295 per person

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can plan a day trip to Zaanse Schans, a small village famous for its windmills and cheese farm. For the wine lovers, a visit to Chateau Amsterdam or Boelen & Boelen wine bar is highly recommended. If you're short on time, you can skip visiting the Amsterdam Museum, NEMO Science Museum, or Rijksmuseum and spend more time exploring the food scene in Jordaan or De Pijp neighborhoods.

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