Amsterdam Light Festival Semi-Open Boat Cruise





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Enjoy a semi-open boat cruise that offers you panoramic views of Amsterdam all lit up during the Amsterdam Light Festival!
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Cruise through Amsterdam's historic canals on a 90-minute boat tour during the Amsterdam Light Festival.
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Admire spectacular light sculptures, projections, and immersive installations created by artists from around the world.
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See a curated selection of iconic artworks from the festival's previous nine editions alongside this season's new creations.
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Enjoy unobstructed views from a semi-open boat, with complimentary blankets to keep you warm throughout the cruise.
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Learn the stories behind the artworks and landmarks with an onboard audio guide available in English and Dutch.
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90-minute canal cruise
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Unobstructed views from a semi-open boat
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Blankets to keep you warm
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Audio guide in English and Dutch
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Every winter, the Amsterdam Light Festival illuminates the city's streets and historic canals. This year, for its 10th edition, the festival has chosen the theme 'Celebrate Light.' Featuring stunning light installations, sculptures, and art pieces by contemporary artists, the route is truly a sight to behold. What's interesting is that this year, thanks to public demand, several artworks from the previous nine editions will also be displayed.
The ideal way to explore these magical views is via a boat cruise through the canals. With this semi-open boat tour, you'll have unparalleled views of the stars, apart from the twenty or so beautiful light artworks on display. Simply sit back and snuggle in with the blankets you will be provided with to keep away the winter chill. Just in case the weather turns wet, the boat's glass top will cover you, or a regular canal boat will be used. Either way, you will have the best seats!
Along the way, listen to the audio guide (available in Dutch & English) that fills you in on the stories behind the light installations you pass by. Your winter is guaranteed to be brighter and cozier with this experience!
Additional information
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Children aged 4–13 years are eligible for discounted tickets. Please carry a valid photo ID for age verification.
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The cruise follows the official Amsterdam Light Festival route (here).
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Please check your ticket for your designated departure point outside Amsterdam Central Station. Cruises depart from either the LOVERS Canal Cruises dock on Prins Hendrikkade or the dock behind Restaurant Loetje on Stationsplein.
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Cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time to receive a full refund.
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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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