About Amsterdam Canal Guide
We are a team of Amsterdam locals who have taken every canal cruise so you can make the right choice without the guesswork.
Our mission
Amsterdam Canal Guide was born out of a simple frustration: too many sponsored articles and too little honest information about canal cruises in Amsterdam. We personally tested every major operator — in all weather, at every time of day — and only share what we genuinely recommend. No paid placements that colour our opinions. No marketing speak.
Our team
We are a small, dedicated group of Amsterdam insiders: people who know the canals by heart, love the history of the city, and understand what travellers actually need to know before booking a boat tour.
Lisa van der Berg
Editor-in-Chief & Amsterdam Local
Lisa has lived in the heart of Amsterdam for over ten years. A trained travel journalist, she has personally tested every major canal cruise operator and many of the smaller ones. She writes the comparison guides, operator reviews, and insider tips you will find throughout this site.
What we stand for
We tell you when something is not worth your money. Every rating is based on a real visit, not a press trip.
We live in Amsterdam and see the city the way residents do — not as tourists passing through once a year.
Prices, schedules, and routes change. We check and update our content regularly so you never act on stale info.
Jordaan, Amsterdam The Netherlands
Have a question, a correction, or want to work together? We would love to hear from you.
info@amsterdamcanalguide.com