Discover Amsterdam’s historic cafés on an intimate evening tour with Schalie Holding BV, sampling Belgian beers and delicious bitterballen. Dive into the city’s rich café culture and stories that reveal its true spirit.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required, just comfortable walking.
Wildlife
History
Amsterdam’s brown cafés have served locals since the 17th century, acting as social hubs for centuries of residents and visitors alike.
Conservation
This tour supports local businesses and emphasizes preserving Amsterdam’s historic café culture in a sustainable way.
Schalie Holding BV
Discover Amsterdam’s historic cafés on an intimate evening tour with Schalie Holding BV, sampling Belgian beers and delicious bitterballen. Dive into the city’s rich café culture and stories that reveal its true spirit.
Schalie Holding BV is an Amsterdam-based tour operator located in Noord-Holland that offers guided cultural, food, and walking tours across the city. The company organizes a curated collection of experiences led by local guides, including private museum tours, themed evening walks, food tastings, and a combined walking-and-canal cruise.
Tours listed under Schalie Holding BV include the Van Gogh Private Tour, Rijksmuseum Guided Tour, Old Town District Tour, Beer and Bitterballs evening stroll, Amsterdam Cheese Tasting, Delicious Dam Tour, and the All Round Amsterdam Walking Tour with a 90-minute canal cruise.
Several tours are led by a local guide named Mary, who appears as the guide on the Van Gogh Private Tour, Beer and Bitterballs evening stroll, Amsterdam Cheese Tasting, and the All Round Amsterdam Walking Tour. The Rijksmuseum Guided Tour is described as a two-hour guided visit that allows guests to skip lines and explore works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh in a small-group setting.
Food-focused experiences sample iconic Dutch items such as herring, stroopwafels, aged cheese, and bitterballen and include stops in traditional brown cafés. Schalie Holding BV focuses on small, intimate groups and in-person storytelling that connects historical context with local culture. The range of experiences covers daytime museum visits, evening walking tours, tasting-focused routes, and combined land-and-water itineraries. Prospective visitors will find clear trip names, concise summaries, and thematic options suitable for culture, art, and food interests. Bookings and scheduling information are provided per tour through the operator's publicly listed trip pages with clear booking steps.
Tours Offered
7
Curated Amsterdam experiences
Local Guide
Mary
Leads multiple tours
Notable Durations
2 hr / 90 min
Rijksmuseum and canal cruise lengths
Food & Tasting
Herring, Cheese, Bitterballen
Traditional Dutch bites sampled
Reserve a guided Van Gogh, Rijksmuseum, food tasting, or evening walking tour today — limited small-group availability.
Arrive early for seating
Arrive 10 minutes before the tour starts to secure good spots inside the cafés.
Stay hydrated
Drink water between tastings to stay refreshed throughout the evening.
Bring cash
Some cafés may prefer cash payments for quick service.
Dress comfortably
Wear layers suitable for casual walking and indoor café comfort.
Comfortable walking shoes
Adequate support for walking between the cafés.
Small wallet or card holder
For easy access to cash or cards during stops.
Light jacket
Prepare for cooler temperatures inside cafés.
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Notebook or camera
Capture memories or jot down favorite stories.