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1.5-Hour Extended Amsterdam Light Festival Evening Cruise

Amsterdam Light Festival installation with canal houses and boats at night.
People viewing illuminated arches during Amsterdam Light Festival on Blue Boat Company cruise.
Amsterdam Light Festival installation with illuminated building and reflections on canal.
Amsterdam bridge illuminated during evening light festival cruise.

Duration

1 hr 30 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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On this remarkable cruise, you'll not only bask in the awe-inspiring beauty of Amsterdam after dark but also witness its stunning light art exhibits.

    • Go on an enchanting 90-minute evening cruise with spectacular views of the enchantingly lit up city during the Amsterdam Light Festival, which takes place during the city's darkest and coldest months of the year.

    • With pieces of art from select artists, architects, and designers from all over the world, this is the perfect opportunity to take some stunning photographs of this unique festival.

    • Onboard, you will be able to gather information about the displays as you take in one masterpiece after another with an audio guide available in multiple languages.

    • 90-min Amsterdam Lights Festival cruise

    • Boarding from Stadhouderskade 501, opposite Hard Rock Cafe or Badhuiskade, near A'DAM Tower (as per option selected)

    • Covered and heated boat (as per option selected)

    • 100% electric boat (as per option selected)

    • Open boat (as per option selected)

    • Audio guide in 3 or 6 languages (as per option selected)

    • Live skipper commentary in English and Dutch (as per option selected)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from Spain, Germany, Belgium and over 6 countries have loved this experience

    Silke Link

    Silke

    Jan, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Our trip was in the evening, in a small open boat. So we were able to enjoy the impressions without any distractions. Blankets and umbrellas were ready to hand. The captain was very nice and guided us through the city with funny and entertaining stories (only in English). We enjoyed it very much.
    Judith tentij

    Judith

    Jan, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    I was told that I had booked for the open boat, .ar that was not on my ticket and then I thought the price was too high
    Jean-Pierre Willemsen

    Jean-pierre

    Dec, 2024Verified booking

    5/5
    Excellent organization, very interesting explanations, friendly and welcoming staff. An activity I recommend to everyone.
    Thomas Michael Adler

    Thomas

    Jan, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    It was a very romantic trip with a very good "captain"
    Azilis Marchand

    Azilis

    Dec, 2024Verified booking

    3/5
    It was so hot inside that you could have fainted.
  • Reserve your spot for a 90-minute journey full of illuminating and captivating visual experiences that will surely leave you spellbound. The vibrant Dutch capital is brought to life with magnificent sculptures, projections, and light installations that create a visual spectacle.

    The Evening Canal Cruise

    To truly experience Amsterdam in all its winter wonder, go on a romantic cruise ride. Sail through the beautiful canals at night for an unforgettable journey of majestic views, incredible monuments, and magical sights that you won't find anywhere else. With this one-of-a-kind audio-guided canal cruise, discover why Amsterdam is such a celebrated destination during this special season!

    What makes the Amsterdam Light Festival Special

    The Amsterdam Light Festival (ALF) is a must-see for anyone visiting the city. Glowing works of art illuminate each and every corner, giving guests an unforgettable experience. Every year, this festival brings together international artists and locals to create a unique experience for its visitors. The organizers of the festival gather ideas from designers and architects around the world in order to make each edition more remarkable than the last.

  • Accessibility

    • While the heated, closed boat is wheelchair-accessible, the electric boat is not.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

    • Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.

    Boarding point

    • Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.

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