Experience the best Light Festival Cruises in Amsterdam

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.

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.

Cruise through Amsterdam's canals aboard an electric, heated luxury saloon boat, combining quiet comfort with a cosy one-hour sightseeing experience.

Board from either Centraal Station or near the Anne Frank House, with two convenient departure points to suit your plans.

Relax in elegant surroundings as you glide silently through the canals, enjoying uninterrupted views without the noise or fumes of traditional engines.

Learn about Amsterdam's landmarks and hidden stories through engaging commentary and local insights from your friendly skipper and host.

Upgrade your cruise with a glass of bubbles and a selection of delicious snacks, served on board for an even more indulgent canal experience.

With 75 minutes on the water, this official festival route offers more artworks, better views, and a more complete evening experience.

Three easy departure points give flexibility, whether you’re near Rijksmuseum, Restaurant Loetje, Centraal Station or exploring Jordaan and want to board near the Anne Frank House.

Comfort is guaranteed with heated cabins and wide glass views, plus restroom facilities so you never have to cut the trip short.

Audio guides in Dutch and English provide context, while skipper stories add local flavour, making illuminated artworks more engaging and memorable.

Select extras like unlimited beer, wine, and soda from the well-stocked bar, or back deck lounging that offers fresh air and better photography.

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.