Amsterdam Light Festival Cruises

Longer than most cruises, the 90-minute experience allows deeper immersion in the fourteenth edition’s Legacy theme across UNESCO-listed canals.

Choose your departure point at Hard Rock Cafe or A’DAM Tower, both centrally located and convenient to suit your evening festival plans.

Covered and heated seating keeps you warm in the winters, while the glass roof offers great visibility of festival artworks across Amsterdam’s canals.

With official narration in three languages (Dutch, English, or German) and onboard toilet facilities, this cruise balances information and comfort during your journey.

Turn your cruise into a more delightful experience by adding a yummy cheesebox, snackbox, or wine to enjoy as you sail.

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 a private cruise with your group of 10 people, unlimited beer, glühwein, hot chocolate, or soda, and a welcome snack.

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.

Combine Amsterdam’s premier indoor attraction with its top seasonal winter event for a 5% saving and a seamless afternoon-to-evening itinerary.

Take a 75-minute heated boat tour along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route to view over 20 illuminated artworks from the water.

Access the original 1867 brewery at the Heineken Experience for a multi-sensory tour featuring interactive exhibits, a 4D ride, and two perfectly chilled Heinekens.

Use your tickets on the same day for a complete winter experience or split them across different dates to suit your own pace.

Travel with ease between locations; the festival cruise departure at Prins Hendrikkade is just a short 10-minute transit from the brewery in De Pijp.