Set out on a 75-minute boat tour and explore beautiful light sculptures and works of art along Amsterdam's iconic canals!
highlights
highlights
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Sail away on Amsterdam’s historic canals and see the 11th edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival.
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Upgrade your ticket to enjoy live commentary in English and in Dutch by a local skipper.
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Admire famous light sculptures, projections, and installations from the previous 10 editions.
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See the Festival of Lights route map here.
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Enjoy the experience as you float on the water and listen to an audio guide (in English and Dutch) that tells you the story behind each piece of art.
inclusions
inclusions
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75-minute canal cruise
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Free WiFi onboard
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Audio guide in English and Dutch
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From A'dam Tower (optional)
cancellation policy
cancellation policy
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
your experience
your experience
With winter drawing in, Amsterdam is decking up for its 11th edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival. The theme is Imagine Beyond. Venture on a journey to the world of imagination where your fantasy runs wild. There is no better way to experience this special treat than by a boat tour. After all, the city's canals are beautiful on ordinary days, but when enhanced with light art, they are nothing short of magical. What's more, the festival's goal is to light up the dark winter months artistically so you're bound to let go of the winter blues for a while.
The festival will run from 1 December 2022 to 22 January 2023. By public demand, the light artworks displayed this time includes a curated collection of popular artworks from the previous ten editions. Some of these include Light a Wish (lit-up and enlarged dandelion fluff), Ghost Ship (the 17th-century ghost ship Flying Dutchman as a light projection on 'screens' of water), and Moonburn (a huge balloon with glowing paint).
When booking this experience, choose between two departure points located in the city center. The boat is designed for maximum comfort and the route will take you through all the artworks in the canals and on the quay. As you gently float along the river, listen to an audio guide (available in English and Dutch) that narrates the story behind each installation.
know before you go
know before you go
Important Information
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Waiting time can occur even with a timeslot due to large crowds.
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You must also bring a valid form of ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, identity card, student card, etc).
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See the Festival of Lights route map here.
Timings
Daily at 4:30pm
my tickets
my tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.
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If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.
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Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your experience to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
Check your email voucher for details about the boarding point.
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