Amsterdam Light Festival Warm Boat Cruise + Optional Drinks Light Festival Canal Cruise from Central Station

Experience the Amsterdam Light Festival on a canal cruise. Admire the light installations from the water in a heated boat and learn about the artworks with an audio guide in English and Dutch.
Experience the genuine magic of the Amsterdam Light Festival right from the water!

Board a modern, climate-controlled boat and enjoy a comfortable cruise through the city’s historic canals, giving you the best possible view of spectacular, commissioned light artworks created by artists from around the world.

Plug into our engaging audio guide in English or Dutch to unlock the full story behind the installations, learning about the artists and the captivating narratives they represent. You'll admire breathtaking, custom-designed art both on the canals and along the quayside—each piece uniquely crafted to be experienced from your vantage point on the water.

This year, the festival challenges artists to explore the powerful theme of "Legacy." As you cruise past the luminous installations, you'll be treated to visual interpretations that prompt reflection on the lasting marks we make on the world. The artworks consider how personal and collective memories shape our present, how culture evolves, the environmental impact of our actions, and the lasting effects of our digital lives. It’s a captivating journey through light that is both visually stunning and intellectually inspiring.

Relax in supreme comfort as you effortlessly glide through the illuminated city, taking part in a unique celebration of light's central role in rituals and traditions. This is your chance to witness Amsterdam’s winter transformation into a truly unique, beautiful open-air light museum.

Go all-inclusive and elevate your night! Sip on unlimited refreshments from our well-stocked bar, including ice-cold Heineken beer, a selection of fine wines (red, white, and rosé), and soft drinks, ensuring your entire cruise is festive and worry-free.

The Amsterdam Light Festival offers a spectacular 6.5 km loop through the city's historic canals and the Amstel River. Highlights include the elegant sculpture Swans, the critical Coral Luminance on the Herengracht—made from recycled plastic to reflect ocean vulnerability—and the surreal, folklore-inspired installation Metamorfaunes.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.