The original media use older dates. We checked this visitor information in September 2026.
Quick answer: Brouwerij ’t IJ runs short brewery tours under the windmill at Funenkade 7 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The regular 2026 schedule lists an English tour at 15:00 and a Dutch tour at 16:00. Tours take about 20 minutes, cost €2.50 per person and are limited to 20 participants, so advance planning is sensible.
Brouwerij t IJ Amsterdam brewery tour visitor guide for 2026
Brouwerij ’t IJ combines an Amsterdam craft-beer brewery, tasting rooms and a distinctive windmill setting. The tour explains the brewery’s history and the role of water, malt, hops and yeast. It is a compact experience rather than a long museum visit, which makes it easy to combine with another Amsterdam activity.
Current Brouwerij t IJ tour information
| Planning point | Official information |
|---|---|
| Regular tour days | Friday, Saturday and Sunday. |
| English tour | 15:00. |
| Dutch tour | 16:00. |
| Extra tour | An additional English tour may be added at 15:30 when demand is high. |
| Duration | About 20 minutes. |
| Price | €2.50 per person. |
| Capacity | Maximum 20 participants per tour. |
| Location | Funenkade 7, 1018 AL Amsterdam. |
Schedules, prices and availability can change. Check the official brewery tour page shortly before travelling and confirm any age or group conditions that apply to your visit.
Do you need to reserve the Brouwerij t IJ tour?
The brewery accepts reservations, while same-day registration is also possible at the bar. Because each tour has limited capacity, the official advice is to arrive well in advance. A reservation is particularly useful for a weekend visit or when the tour is an important part of your itinerary.
What happens during the brewery tour?
The guide gives a concise introduction to the brewery’s history and explains the basic brewing process. The tour takes place at the brewery under the windmill on Funenkade. A tasting-room visit can follow, but drinks, food, opening hours and service conditions should be checked separately.
Proeflokaal De Molen and Café Struis are separate venues
Proeflokaal De Molen at Funenkade 7 opens Monday–Friday 14:00–22:00 and Saturday–Sunday 12:00–22:00. Order at the bar. Its menu includes snacks, but a table or a particular beer is not guaranteed by a tour ticket.
Next door, Café Struis uses the address Zeeburgerstraat 1. It opens Sunday–Wednesday 10:00–22:00 and Thursday–Saturday 10:00–00:00, with coffee, breakfast and lunch available as part of its café offering. Its hours and menu differ from De Molen’s, so check the intended venue before an early visit.
Both venue pages say they are not wheelchair accessible. The brewery’s visitor information describes high thresholds and basement toilets at the tasting room. Ask the brewery about your specific access needs before booking a tour. The head office and the second brewery on Zeeburgerpad are different addresses from the tour location.
What does the separate group tasting include?
The group-tasting page lists a 90-minute experience at €35 per person for groups of 10–40. It includes four draft beers, an explanation from a brewery expert and shared peanuts, sheep’s cheese and regular or vegan bitterballen, with a snack portion per three people. Ask about allergies and adaptations before booking.
The tasting takes place at De Molen or Café Struis. Online reservations are offered for up to 20 people; larger groups should enquire by email. Ten participants at the listed rate total €350 before extras. This is a separate experience from the €2.50, 20-minute brewery tour: do not expect the group-tasting drinks and snacks to be included in that ticket.
How to plan a responsible craft beer visit
- Confirm the current tour time on the official website.
- Bring valid identification if age verification may be required.
- Eat beforehand, drink water and never cycle after drinking alcohol.
- Use public transport or a safe walking route back to the city centre.
- Ask the brewery tour team about private weekday evening tours or larger groups.
How do you reach Brouwerij t IJ from our hostel?
We are based at Warmoesstraat 87 near Amsterdam Central Station. Use live directions for the current tram, bus, cycling or walking option because disruptions can change the fastest route. You can also review our guide to attractions near White Tulip Hostel.
Plan your Amsterdam stay with us
We recommend treating the brewery tour as one part of a varied Amsterdam itinerary and checking all official details before departure. Our booking terms confirm check-out at 10:00 and no luggage storage after check-out. Arrange another luggage option before a departure-day tour. Check availability for your stay and use our confirmed accommodation code HOSTELAMSTERDAM. Review the offer for your dates; the code does not discount brewery tickets or drinks.
Earlier video and PDF
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Frequently asked questions about Brouwerij t IJ
When are Brouwerij t IJ tours available?
Regular tours are offered on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with English at 15:00 and Dutch at 16:00.
How much does a Brouwerij t IJ tour cost?
The official 2026 tour information lists a price of €2.50 per person for a tour lasting about 20 minutes.
Can you reserve a Brouwerij t IJ tour?
Yes. Reservations are possible, and visitors may also register at the bar on the day while capacity remains.
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