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De Pijp's Markets, Food Trails and Breweries Draw Residents and Visitors

Residents and visitors can explore De Pijp through established market visits, self-guided food tours, walking tours and the Heineken Experience using the neighbourhood's walkable layout.

By De Pijp Things-to-do Desk · Published 18 July 2026

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De Pijp offers structured local tours and experiences centred on the Albert Cuyp Market, family-owned businesses, walking routes and the Heineken Experience at the mid-19th century brewery site.

Albert Cuyp Market Visits

The Albert Cuyp Market operates as the Netherlands' most visited daytime market from Monday to Saturday between 09:00 and 17:00. It features street food, cheese, seafood and local goods, providing a direct point of entry for tours that begin or pass through the market area.

Self-Guided Food Tours

A self-guided food tour PDF covers 6 to 8 family-owned businesses in De Pijp. Sessions run on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 11:15 am to 2:45 pm and require advance reservation via City Card.

Guided Walking Tours

Guided local walking tours such as the De Pijp Experience move through the Albert Cuyp Market, independent boutiques, Middle Eastern eateries and traditional pubs accompanied by a resident host.

Heineken Experience

The Heineken Experience provides a self-guided interactive journey through Heineken's oldest brewery located in De Pijp, with admission tickets starting around AU$43.

De Pijp remains walkable and bike-friendly. Access is available via tram routes 24/25 or Metro Line 52 at De Pijp station, while Sarphatipark serves as the central green space near the market. These elements allow participants to combine multiple tours on foot or by bicycle without additional transport planning.

Advance reservations are required for the self-guided food tour PDF. Tickets for the Heineken Experience can be obtained on site or through standard channels. Market visits and walking tours follow the published opening hours and route descriptions. The combination of timed sessions and fixed locations supports straightforward scheduling for a single day or repeated visits.