Sightseeing Cruises

Amsterdam Light Festival: 90-min Extended Traditional Cruise with Optional Wine & Snackbox

Spend 90 minutes cruising along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route, giving you extra time to admire the city's illuminated artworks from the water after dark.

Choose between departures from Hard Rock Cafe or A'DAM Tower, both conveniently located for an easy start to your evening.

Enjoy the official Amsterdam Light Festival audio guide in Dutch, English, or German, with an onboard restroom for added comfort throughout the journey.

Watch the UNESCO-listed canal belt come alive after dark as light installations illuminate bridges, canal houses, and historic quays throughout the festival.

Personalise your experience with your choice of departure point, an open- or covered-heated boat, and optional extras such as a snack box, wine and cheese box, or an experienced host.

90-minute cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route

Official Amsterdam Light Festival audio guide in Dutch, English, and German

Onboard restroom (as per option selected)

Cruise aboard an open boat or a covered and heated boat (as per option selected)

Departure from Hard Rock Cafe or A'DAM Tower (as per option selected)

Snack box (as per option selected)

Wine and cheese box (as per option selected)

Experienced host or guide (as per option selected)

Snack box (chips, popcorn, stroopwafels, nuts, water, or soft drink), unless included in the ticket

Drinks (available for purchase)

TOTAL DURATION1 hour 30 minutes
Timeline
Map
2 Boarding points
Stadhouderskade 501
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Sights covered
IJ River, Amsterdam

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

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The duration and the service. It was very comfortable
Ragsana A
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Jan 2026
The Amsterdam Light Festival cruise was a very enjoyable and well-organized experience 🌉.🌃 I truly appreciated seeing the light installations from the water and learned many interesting facts about the artists and their creations. The atmosphere was relaxing, and the installations were even more impressive in person than in photos or videos. Inside the boat, the guide commentary was played out loud and was clear, but since we were sitting outside, we had to use the phone audio guide. One small downside was that the information sometimes played before reaching the light installations, so it was easy to forget the details by the time we arrived 😄. Inside the cabin, the windows were a bit foggy 🌫️, although they could be opened for photos and videos. We chose to sit outside at the back of the boat, which offered a great view, but it became quite cold by the end of the tour 🥶. Staying outside for the entire cruise may not be the best option unless you are well prepared. Overall, it was a high-quality experience that I truly appreciated and would recommend 👍🏻.

What to bring

Tickets and ID: Keep your entry ticket and a valid ID ready for a smooth boarding process.

Earphones: Bring your own earphones to enjoy the official Amsterdam Light Festival audio guide.

What’s not allowed

Outside food and drinks: Outside food and beverages are not permitted on this experience.

Prohibited items: Sharp metallic tools or objects, along with large bags or luggage, are not allowed on board.

Pets: Pets are not permitted on this experience due to venue restrictions.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: This cruise is accessible for wheelchair users and guests with prams or strollers. A reservation is required so the crew can arrange boarding assistance.

Additional information

Food and drinks: Snacks, meals, and additional drinks are available to purchase on board.

Heating: The boat is heated and covered, although outdoor areas can still feel chilly during the winter months.

Festival dates: The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival from November 26, 2026, to January 17, 2027, with multiple evening departures.

Visibility: Views of the illuminated artworks may vary depending on weather conditions and the number of guests on board.

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