Amsterdam Light Festival: 75-Minute Heated Cruise With Optional Unlimited Drinks





Duration
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Audio guide
Meals included
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Spend 75 minutes gliding through the central canals along the official light art route, with commentary that explains each installation as you pass.
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Board near Central Station for direct access to the art route on the canals, with your departure time confirmed on the booking voucher.
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Follow the route past light sculptures on the water, art beside the canals and rows of old canal houses glowing against the night.
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On a heated and covered boat with a glass roof, hear an audio guide in Dutch and English, plus insights from a skilled captain.
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Enhance your trip with unlimited beer, wine and soda, to enjoy during your cruise.
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75-minute cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
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Boarding near Centraal Station
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Heated and covered boat with a glass roof
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Skilled captains and friendly skippers with unique stories
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Audio guide in Dutch and English
Additional paid upgrades:
- Unlimited drinks (beer, wine, soda, and soft drinks)
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- TOTAL DURATION1 hour 15 minutesMODE OF TRANSFERBoatTimelineMap
1 Boarding point
Centraal Station
Get directionSights covered

Amsterdam Centraal Station
Amsterdam Canal Ring

Hortus Botanicus

Magere Brug

Herengracht

Grachtengordel

Brouwersgracht

Haarlemmersluis

De Negen Straatjes

Het Scheepvaartmuseum

NEMO Science Museum

VOC Ship Amsterdam
Oosterdok

IJ River

Anne Frank House
Oosterdokseiland
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- 1,568 reviews4.6
How do we collect reviews?
These ratings include verified reviews from both Headout guests and our trusted partners who operate this experience locally. All reviews come from real travelers who've taken this experience.
1.2K831026527Guests from Germany, United Kingdom, France and over 31 countries have loved this experienceWhat our guests say
MMark D
GroupVerified bookingAug 20265/5BBarry H
GroupVerified bookingFeb 20265/5The boat tour was enjoyable. The art was acceptable, the swans were particularly beautiful, but the rest was not particularly noteworthy. The captain made the tour much better, which is why it receives 5 stars.AAnna-katharina B
CoupleVerified bookingJan 20264/5It was a lovely cruise! The boat departed exactly on time and also arrived safely. The only thing we didn't enjoy so much is that the boat driver seemed to rush the artworks a bit. Last year we felt we had a bit more time to admire them. This year it felt a bit rushed. Otherwise great cruise!BBeatrice B
CoupleVerified bookingJan 20265/5The commentary accompanying the light festival was very good. Amsterdam in the dark, and glimpses into the sometimes beautifully decorated homes, gave a different view of Amsterdam than when seen on foot and during the day.KKarla S
CoupleVerified bookingJan 20265/5Everything was very organized and clean, I loved every second.
What to bring
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Bring your mobile voucher and a valid photo ID for verification at the boarding point.
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Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.
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Carry your earphones to enjoy the audio guide clearly on board.
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If it is a rainy day, it is advisable to bring an umbrella as the pick-up location is not covered.
What’s not allowed
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Sharp metallic tools or objects are not allowed on this experience.
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Non-folding wheelchairs and baby strollers are not permitted on board.
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Pets are not allowed on this experience.
Accessibility
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This experience is difficult for guests with reduced mobility, since you need to climb a few steps to board the boat.
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Only service dogs (who must be identifiable as such) are allowed on the boat.
Additional information
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The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival from November 26, 2026, to January 17, 2027.
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Always check your confirmation email for your exact departure point and arrival time.
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The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor or semi-open areas can feel cold in winter, so dress in warm layers.
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Child tickets are available for 4-13 year olds. Free entry is available for 0-3 year olds when accompanied by a paying adult.
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Check in 15 minutes before departure.
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Waiting time can occur even with a timeslot due to large crowds.
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On busy days and during the weekend, especially during the Christmas holidays, the cruise may run late. Please take this into account if you have any reservations after the cruise.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point. Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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