Amsterdam Light Festival Cruises

Board a delightful evening cruise and explore the sweeping and twisting canal ring of Amsterdam, all lit up and sparkling at night

Experience comfort and convenience as you enjoy the fresh air from the sliding windows and panoramic rooftops on the boat while listening to the audio guide.

Drift by popular landmarks from the historic Heritage Museum to the hallowed Westerkerk Church and see how these landmarks look at night.

Opt for a ticket upgrade and enjoy a snack box or a delicious wine and cheese box during your cruise.

Experience the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise, gliding through festive canals with twinkling lights, warm Glühwein or hot chocolate, and Dutch boterkoek.

Did you know? Every year more than 10,000 bicycles are fished out of the canals of Amsterdam.

Enjoy 75 minutes cruising Amsterdam’s canals, admire 20 illuminated artworks, and rest easy knowing your Amsterdam Light Festival fee is included.

Join an intimate 30-guest cruise for a cozy, personal experience without crowds, perfect for uninterrupted views and photos.

Stay warm and comfortable in a modern, eco-friendly electric boat with a covered roof and cozy blankets throughout the duration of your journey.

Hear detailed explanations about the Light Festival from your knowledgeable host and captain, enriching your experience.

Treat yourself with an upgrade of unlimited beer, glühwein, hot chocolate, or soda, and a welcome snack.

Accessibility assistance: Some boats may be wheelchair and stroller accessible, while others may not be. For detailed accessibility information, please contact the operator in advance at sail@starboardboats.nl or +31 6 19909425.

Spend 90 minutes cruising along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route, giving you extra time to admire the city's illuminated artworks from the water after dark.

Choose between departures from Hard Rock Cafe or A'DAM Tower, both conveniently located for an easy start to your evening.

Enjoy the official Amsterdam Light Festival audio guide in Dutch, English, or German, with an onboard restroom for added comfort throughout the journey.

Watch the UNESCO-listed canal belt come alive after dark as light installations illuminate bridges, canal houses, and historic quays throughout the festival.

Personalise your experience with your choice of departure point, an open- or covered-heated boat, and optional extras such as a snack box, wine and cheese box, or an experienced host.

Capture uninterrupted views of stunning artworks during a full 75-minute cruise along the most beautiful stretches of the Amsterdam Light Festival route.

Start your evening near Centraal Station or the City Centre, with easy-to-reach departure points that save time navigating Amsterdam’s streets.

Follow a single curated route, so you can board once and enjoy the festival from the water without planning stops or navigating crowded streets.

Watch canal houses, bridges, and festival installations glow above the water, transforming Amsterdam’s waterways into an open-air gallery for the season.

Upgrade your experience with your choice of boat, unlimited drinks, welcome snacks, warm blankets, a small-group cruise, or a discounted 9:45 pm departure.

See festival artworks sparkle from a 75-minute electric boat ride, complete with blankets, guide commentary, included entry fee, and only thirty fellow guests.

Visit the Rijksmuseum with included entry, showcasing masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Van Gogh, and over 8,000 cultural treasures spanning centuries.

This combo saves you time and planning effort, giving you both Amsterdam’s evening festival lights and daytime Rijksmuseum masterpieces together.

Drift along Amsterdam’s lit canals for 75-min on an electric boat, stay warm with blankets, enjoy expert stories from a guide & inclusive festival admission for all.

Get straight inside Moco Museum, save thirty minutes, and wander freely among Banksy, Warhol, Kusama, and all immersive contemporary exhibits.

Enjoy the beauty of Amsterdam’s 14th Light Festival and contemporary art in one package, saving planning stress and avoiding long waits.

Admire the Amsterdam Light Festival on a 75-minute canal cruise, taking in illuminated artworks that bring the city's canals to life after dark.

Sip unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks while enjoying dazzling light installations celebrating Amsterdam's creativity and heritage.

Discover the stories behind the festival's artworks and the city through engaging commentary from your German audio guide.

Stay warm inside the heated boat or step onto the open deck for uninterrupted views of Amsterdam's illuminated canals.

Cruise past historic canal houses and bridges as glowing light installations reflect across the water, transforming the city into a winter art gallery.