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Amsterdam Light Festival Cruises

Don't miss the magic! The 14th annual Amsterdam Light Festival illuminates the city from November 27, 2025, to January 18, 2026. Glide through the canals on a boat tour or wander the streets on foot to see breathtaking light art by international artists. Get your tickets now and experience Amsterdam like never before!
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Slide 1 of 8, Amsterdam canal cruise passing under illuminated rainbow arch during Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal cruise passing under illuminated rainbow arch during Light Festival.
1 hr 15 mins
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  • Spend 75 minutes cruising Amsterdam’s canals after dark, with complimentary blankets keeping you warm as you admire the festival lights from the water.

  • Join an intimate cruise with a maximum of 30 guests for a relaxed, personalised experience with clear views and plenty of photo opportunities.

  • Travel aboard a modern electric boat with a covered roof while your English-speaking guide and captain share stories along the route, with the festival fee included.

  • Follow the official Amsterdam Light Festival route past illuminated artworks reflected on the canals, transforming the city into an open-air gallery.

  • Upgrade to a private cruise limited to 10 guests, with options including unlimited beer, glühwein, hot chocolate, soft drinks, and a welcome snack.

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  • Spend 75 minutes cruising Amsterdam’s canals after dark, with complimentary blankets keeping you warm as you admire the festival lights from the water.

  • Join an intimate cruise with a maximum of 30 guests for a relaxed, personalised experience with clear views and plenty of photo opportunities.

  • Travel aboard a modern electric boat with a covered roof while your English-speaking guide and captain share stories along the route, with the festival fee included.

  • Follow the official Amsterdam Light Festival route past illuminated artworks reflected on the canals, transforming the city into an open-air gallery.

  • Upgrade to a private cruise limited to 10 guests, with options including unlimited beer, glühwein, hot chocolate, soft drinks, and a welcome snack.

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€34.09
Slide 1 of 17, Canal boat cruising under illuminated bridge during Amsterdam Light Festival.
Canal boat cruising under illuminated bridge during Amsterdam Light Festival.
1 hr 15 mins
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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€39.65
Slide 1 of 14, Traditional canal boat cruising during Amsterdam Light Festival.
Traditional canal boat cruising during Amsterdam Light Festival.
1 hr 15 mins
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  • Follow the official Amsterdam Light Festival route on a 75-minute canal cruise, taking in illuminated artworks from the water while enjoying a quieter, crowd-free perspective of the city.

  • Glide through Amsterdam’s canal belt past gabled houses, historic bridges, and charming warehouses, with the city’s iconic architecture beautifully lit up after dark.

  • Settle into a comfortable boat with heated cabins, wide glass views, and onboard restroom facilities, while your skipper shares stories that bring the artworks and surroundings to life.

  • Elevate your evening with a longer 90-minute route, your choice of heated or semi-open boats, and optional extras such as unlimited drinks or an artwork brochure.

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  • Follow the official Amsterdam Light Festival route on a 75-minute canal cruise, taking in illuminated artworks from the water while enjoying a quieter, crowd-free perspective of the city.

  • Glide through Amsterdam’s canal belt past gabled houses, historic bridges, and charming warehouses, with the city’s iconic architecture beautifully lit up after dark.

  • Settle into a comfortable boat with heated cabins, wide glass views, and onboard restroom facilities, while your skipper shares stories that bring the artworks and surroundings to life.

  • Elevate your evening with a longer 90-minute route, your choice of heated or semi-open boats, and optional extras such as unlimited drinks or an artwork brochure.

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€25
Slide 1 of 15, Boat passing under illuminated bridge at Amsterdam Light Festival.
Boat passing under illuminated bridge at Amsterdam Light Festival.
1 hr 30 mins
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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€21.85
Slide 1 of 15, Amsterdam Light Festival cruise boat on canal and Rijksmuseum art gallery interior.
Amsterdam Light Festival cruise boat on canal and Rijksmuseum art gallery interior.
Explore at your pace
  • 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.

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  • 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.

from Original price€59.09
€56.14

5% off

Slide 1 of 17, Boat in illuminated tunnel, Amsterdam, Netherlands; women in colorful mirrored room.
Boat in illuminated tunnel, Amsterdam, Netherlands; women in colorful mirrored room.
1 hr - 1 hr 15 mins
Audio guide
  • 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.

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  • 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.

from Original price€58.04
€48.07

17% off

Slide 1 of 11, Tram on Amsterdam street and canal boat under rainbow lights, part of Amsterdam GVB pass experience.
Tram on Amsterdam street and canal boat under rainbow lights, part of Amsterdam GVB pass experience.
Explore at your pace
  • Save big on transit and tours by combining unlimited GVB city transport with an exclusive small-group Amsterdam Light Festival evening cruise.
  • Navigate Amsterdam effortlessly for 1–4 days using GVB trams, metros, and ferries with this digital, tap-and-go mobile pass.
  • Bridge the gap from Schiphol Airport using Bus 369 to Sloterdijk, included in your pass to ensure a smooth start to your vacation.
  • Witness 20+ art installations along the official festival route from the comfort of a cosy, heated electric boat on your Amsterdam Light Festival cruise.
  • Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on a small-group cruise of just 30 guests, with blankets and expert storytelling from a professional guide.
More details
  • Save big on transit and tours by combining unlimited GVB city transport with an exclusive small-group Amsterdam Light Festival evening cruise.
  • Navigate Amsterdam effortlessly for 1–4 days using GVB trams, metros, and ferries with this digital, tap-and-go mobile pass.
  • Bridge the gap from Schiphol Airport using Bus 369 to Sloterdijk, included in your pass to ensure a smooth start to your vacation.
  • Witness 20+ art installations along the official festival route from the comfort of a cosy, heated electric boat on your Amsterdam Light Festival cruise.
  • Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on a small-group cruise of just 30 guests, with blankets and expert storytelling from a professional guide.
from Original price€44.09
€41.89

5% off

Slide 1 of 11, Amsterdam Light Festival canal cruise with illuminated arches at night.
Amsterdam Light Festival canal cruise with illuminated arches at night.
1 hr 15 mins - 1 hr 30 mins
Audio guide
  • 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.

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  • 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.

from Original price€49.95
€47.45

5% off

Slide 1 of 11, Group enjoying Xtracold Icebar in Amsterdam; canal cruise during Amsterdam Light Festival.
Group enjoying Xtracold Icebar in Amsterdam; canal cruise during Amsterdam Light Festival.
Explore at your pace
  • Step into Amsterdam's chilled Icebar, then admire the sparkling skyline on a seasonal cruise, with both experiences just a 15-minute walk apart.
  • Skip the lines and enter the bar made entirely of ice at a chilling –10°C and enjoy 3 complimentary drinks.
  • Learn about Dutch adventurer Willem Barentsz and his Arctic journey as you snap photos among ice art and Arctic shipwreck-themed décor.
  • Then, cruise along Amsterdam’s canals during the limited-time Light Festival, featuring 20 light installations in a crowd-free setting.
  • Stay warm aboard an eco-friendly electric boat while enjoying commentary as you drift past Amsterdam's most famous landmarks.
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  • Step into Amsterdam's chilled Icebar, then admire the sparkling skyline on a seasonal cruise, with both experiences just a 15-minute walk apart.
  • Skip the lines and enter the bar made entirely of ice at a chilling –10°C and enjoy 3 complimentary drinks.
  • Learn about Dutch adventurer Willem Barentsz and his Arctic journey as you snap photos among ice art and Arctic shipwreck-themed décor.
  • Then, cruise along Amsterdam’s canals during the limited-time Light Festival, featuring 20 light installations in a crowd-free setting.
  • Stay warm aboard an eco-friendly electric boat while enjoying commentary as you drift past Amsterdam's most famous landmarks.
from Original price€56.59
€53.77

5% off

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Denitsa K

Bulgaria
Couple
2 weeks ago

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We had no expectations for both, but they were wow and 100% worth it. The Heineken experience blew our minds. 😁🤯 The Ice bar is really extremely cold 🥶, but you can survive 10-15 minutes. The drinks were very tasty.

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