Tours & Activities in Zaandam

Don't miss the chance to enjoy a full day experience in the Dutch countryside, visit characteristic villages and admire the famous windmills!

Explore the traditional 17th-century houses and windmills of the Dutch countryside on a tour of Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Edam, and Marken from Amsterdam.

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey from Zaanse Schans' main dock. Get on a luxury boat for an exciting adventure. The main attraction is the famous windmills. You'll have a relaxed boat ride with a great view of these old wonders. Your knowledgeable guide will tell you about the windmills and the history of the area, making your experience more interesting. After that, you'll see beautiful traditional Dutch houses from the boat. Your guide will tell you stories about these historical homes. Moving on through the Dutch countryside, you'll reach Wormerveer, which has played an important role in the Dutch colonial past. Explore old industries, warehouses, and history, discovering the story of this place. On the way, you'll find important heritage like Cacao and Soap factories, adding to the area's history. If you're lucky, you might smell the delicious roasted Cacao. The tour ends where it started, giving you a full understanding of the history and culture of this amazing region.

See how cheese and stroopwafels are made on a Dutch countryside adventure

Explore the Dutch countryside and windmills on a private day trip to Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken. Go inside a windmill, visit a traditional cheese farm and see how wooden clogs are made.

Explore the Dutch countryside on a classic or all-inclusive tour. Explore the quaint villages of Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken. Stop at a traditional Dutch cheese factory.

Are you looking to experience the traditional Dutch Zaanse Schans in a cruise? This is your chance! Cruise along the 10 Windmills while the skipper tells you everything you need to know about the history of the Windmills, the area and the Netherlands in general. Besides Windmills, you will sail past many traditional ‘Zaanse Houses’, which can be recognised by their green color. The houses can only be seen up close by boat and our skipper will tell you everything about these houses, including the secret to why they are green. Did you know the that the Zaan area has been the biggest Cacao processing area of the past centuries? You will sail past some of the biggest ‘Chocolate factories’ in the world, that proces the majority of the worlds Cacao. If the wind is in the right direction, your tour will be accompanied by the smell of chocolate. And if you are even more lucky, you will see the ‘Chocolate Boats’, that transport the Cacao between the factories!

Experience Dutch heritage in an iconic location in the Netherlands

Discover Amsterdam and the surrounding area with the Amsterdam and Region Travel Ticket – a special 1, 2 or 3-day public transport pass valid on metros, trams and buses.

Head to Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam to learn about clog making, taste some cheese and step into a working windmill.

Small-group of maximum 16 guests ensures full and personal attention from your local guide with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Zaandam. Enjoy everything Zaanse Schans has to offer: lots of photo opportunities, traditonal crafts like cheese making and clog making. Visit a working Industrial windmill.

Discover Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmill Village in one day

Book this walking audio tour at the Zaanse Schans in North Holland and discover the Dutch culture with its history and traditions!

Discover the charms of the Dutch countryside and visit the picturesque towns of Edam, Volendam, Marken, and Zaanse Schans. Learn about Dutch culture and explore a cheese factory.

You enjoy personalised service throughout the tour, your friendly guide offers more in-depth knowledge of the two top attractions around Amsterdam area. Hotel pickup service is included. Small group 8 persons max. makes it a more pleasant travelling experience especially during peak season. Fast entrance to cheese factory, clogs factory and waffle museum with free demonstrations.

The jewels of the Dutch countryside – Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken

Take a self-guided walking tour and discover the picturesque windmill village Zaanse Schans.

Discover the charming windmill village of Zaanse Schans and enjoy the typical Dutch culture on this guided tour from Amsterdam filled with cheese, clogs, and windmills.

Explore Zaanse Schans with SmartWalk! Discover the famous windmills and rich history of Zaanse Schans in an innovative way using your smartphone. With SmartWalk, you're your own guide! Use WhatsApp to navigate through the area, learn fascinating stories about Dutch heritage, and uncover hidden gems. Answer fun questions, earn points, and enjoy interactive photos to save and share with friends and family. Note: This is not an access ticket to Zaanse Schans. SmartWalk is available anytime—start when it suits you! How does it work? 1. Purchase the tour and receive a ticket via Viator. 2. The link to start your tour is included in your ticket. 3. Start and stop whenever you like, avoiding crowds. Bonus: Get secret tips as you dive into the rich history!

Explore a historic collection of Dutch windmills on this tour from Amsterdam

Experience the Dutch culture by visiting the beautiful Zaanse Schans region and Giethoorn, a unique town known as the “Little Venice of the Netherlands”.

Discover the beauty of the Dutch countryside on our day trip from Amsterdam. Enjoy the stunning Keukenhof, home to millions of flowers, and explore the charming windmill village of Zaanse Schans.

You will be picked up at the cruise / port terminal in Amsterdam with a luxury Mercedes sedan or minivan. The driver will bring you to your hotel or other address in Zaandam.

Explore Zaanse Schans with SmartWalk, your interactive smartphone stroll

Discover the Zaan region with an admission ticket to iconic windmills and museums to deep dive into Dutch heritage and traditional architecture.

Discover the waterways of Giethoorn and windmills of Zaanse Schans on a day tour from Amsterdam. Enjoy a canal cruise in Giethoorn and admire the iconic windmills, accompanied by a local guide.

During this private tour of the Zaanse Schans, you can expect an exclusive experience. You will have the opportunity to get up close to the traditional windmills and discover how they operate and what products they produce. Additionally, you will visit artisan workshops where you can witness the craft of making wooden clogs and even purchase souvenirs. Furthermore, a visit to an authentic cheese farm is on the agenda, where you will learn all about cheese making and indulge in an exclusive cheese tasting. Moreover, you'll have the chance to stroll along the picturesque houses and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Zaanse Schans. In summary, this private tour offers a unique and unforgettable experience.

See traditional Dutch houses and windmills at this UNESCO-listed site

Discover Amsterdam with the official I amsterdam City Card. Visit world-class museums and attractions for free, get unlimited access to Amsterdam's public transport, and enjoy a free canal cruise.

Private taxi transfer from Zaandam to AMS Schiphol Airport in a luxury sedan or minivan by a professional driver.