Amsterdam Light Festival cruise
- 90 minutes
- Family friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About activity
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please note: guests are required to check in at the ticket counter at least 15 minutes before departure. Our wheelchair accessible boats only depart from our dock opposite Hard Rock Cafe. More information about the booking process for our wheelchair-accessible boats can be found in the description below.
- Instant confirmation
- You will immediately receive your vouchers in your e-mail
- Mobile ticketing
- Validate your ticket with your phone. No need to print your vouchers
- Official Amsterdam Light Festival audio guide
- Dutch, English & German
- Departure location
- Stadhouderskade 501, 1071 ZD Amsterdam (opposite Hard Rock Cafe)
Important information
Will you be on the boat again this year as Amsterdam shines with the stunning artworks of the Amsterdam Light Festival? From the water, you’ll get a unique view of light installations by international artists, each with their own story and style. Enjoy the magical winter evenings on the most beautiful canals of the Netherlands, perhaps even the world! The illuminated art and the charm of the city create an unforgettable experience. Will you be joining us on board this year to see Amsterdam in a whole new light?
Amsterdam Light Festival edition 13 – Rituals and Light art
The theme of Edition 13 of the Amsterdam Light Festival is ‘Rituals.’ Rituals play an important role in our lives and have been intertwined with light for centuries, symbolizing joy, life, and transformation. From candles during holidays to fireworks at New Year’s – light is essential in our rituals. This year, artists from various disciplines have created light artworks that reflect the many aspects of rituals, such as symbolism, repetition, and continuity.
Sail past more than twenty artworks, created by renowned artists as well as emerging talent. Be enchanted by the unique light installations and discover how rituals connect us to the past, present, and future. Reserve your tickets now for this special experience on the water!
A covered and heated cruise or an open boat
You have the choice of two different cruises during the Amsterdam Light Festival. For a comfortable experience during the cold winter months, you can opt for a 90-minute canal cruise on a covered and heated boat. During this cruise, you can listen to the official Amsterdam Light Festival audio guide, available in both Dutch, English & German.
For the adventurers who don’t mind braving the cold, or for the less chilly winter evenings, there’s the option to sail on an open boat. These boats have a maximum capacity of 25 people and can get closer to the artworks. The skipper will provide live commentary about the installations. Which of our two Amsterdam Light Festival cruises suits you best?
Practical information
- Audio guide: During the cruise, you can listen to the official Amsterdam Light Festival audio guide in Dutch or English.
- Departure times: The Amsterdam Light Festival cruises run daily from November 28, 2024, to January 19, 2025, between 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Please note: There are no cruises on Christmas Day (December 25) and New Year’s Eve (December 31).
- Departure point: You will depart from the Blue Boat dock at Stadhouderskade 501, opposite the Hard Rock Café.
- Wheelchair accessibility: Our wheelchair-accessible boats are available during specific time slots (7:00 PM and 9:00 PM). Please reserve in advance and mention during booking if someone in your party uses a wheelchair, so we can arrange a suitable boat for you. Alternatively, contact our reservations team. They are available on weekdays between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM by phone at +31 20 626 5636 or via email at tickets@amsterdamcanalcruises.nl.
Book your tickets today for an unforgettable experience during the 13th edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival!
Willeke
Customer service
