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Witness the magic of the 13th annual Amsterdam Light Festival, featuring 7 stunning light artworks, from the comfort of a heated canal cruise on the Amstel River.
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Drift through Amsterdam's illuminated wonderland on a cozy, heated canal boat and get a front-row seat to the mesmerizing Amsterdam Light Festival.
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Prepare for a light-filled adventure as you choose from three convenient boarding points, and sail for 75 or 90 mins, with an English and Dutch audio guide.
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Feel the magic of the Festival from the open deck and marvel at views of 27 light displays celebrating the theme Rituals, each a masterpiece of illumination.
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Immerse in the legacy of Amsterdam's 750th anniversary through five stunning permanent light artworks located in the Greater Amsterdam Region.
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Did you know? In addition to the light installations, the festival often features live music performances, creating a vibrant and energetic atmosphere.
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75/90-min Amsterdam Lights Festival canal cruise (as per option selected)
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Boarding from Anne Frank House, A'DAM Lookout, or Central Station (as per option selected)
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Experienced skipper host
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Audio guide in English and Dutch
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Headphones
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Free WiFi onboard
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Open deck
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Heated boat
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- Food and drinks
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from France, Germany, United Kingdom and over 17 countries have loved this experienceWhat our guests say
Castiaux
Feb, 2025Verified booking
Nice and instructive. Too bad we weren't all on the right side of the boat.
Aurora
Jan, 2025Verified booking
I thought there was a nice light show given the notoriety of the festival but instead all dark, the boat even stopped for 20 minutes and wouldn't turn back on. It was a rip-off, don't go there.
Robert
Dec, 2024Verified booking
The most comfortable way to see the light installations of the Light Festival, where you don't get wet even in light rain. It's just a shame that the audio guide didn't work in the open rear area of the boat.
Katie
Dec, 2024Verified booking
The captain was knowledgeable, funny and very friendly. The views were gorgeous, definitely reccomend.
J.vd
Dec, 2024Verified booking
Was weer een mooie tocht, en veel mooie creaties gezien. Dank voor de tocht
Let there be lights!
Sail out on an enchanting journey aboard a heated canal boat, for a gateway to a world of luminous wonder at the Amsterdam Light Festival Board from any of three convenient points and float gently along the tranquil waters for 75 or 90 mins, witnessing Amsterdam's grandeur from an entirely new vantage point. Engage in live commentary by a skipper guide about the artworks, their visionary creators, and the tapestry of themes they weave, or listen to the bilingual audio guide available in Dutch and English.
A tribute to life's rituals
The 13th edition of the Amsterdam Lights Festival opens on 28th November, with the theme 'Rituals'. Behold a gallery of light, where 27 luminous masterpieces celebrating the rituals of life will adorn the city, nestled harmoniously in and around the city's historic canals. Witness Amsterdam's winter cityscape come alive with the radiant glow of illuminated bridges and historic buildings.
Accessibility
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Additional information
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The Amsterdam Light Festival begins on November 30, 2024, and runs until January 19, 2025.
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Waiting time can occur even with a timeslot due to large crowds.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.
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Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Boarding point
- Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.
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