About this experience
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.
Highlights
- Unlimited drinks are served throughout the cruise from our well-stocked bar (if option chosen)
- See the city’s iconic landmarks illuminated by the festival lights
- Learn about the artworks with an audio guide in English and Dutch
- Admire the stunning light installations from the water
- Enjoy a comfortable and heated boat ride through the canals
What's included
- LOVERS Canal Cruise
- Audio guide in English & Dutch
- View of light artworks
- Unlimited Drinks (if option chosen)
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
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 (only applicable when the unlimited drinks option is chosen).
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.
Terms & conditions
The cruise departs daily with frequent departures every evening of the festival.
The festival takes place during the winter months, so dress warmly.
The cruise operates from three different departure locations. Please ensure you check your confirmation email and arrive on time at the correct location.
There is a heater on board that provides warmth and comfort.
The unlimited drinks option has one price for all ages. Alcoholic beverages will only be served to those aged 18 and over.
The unlimited drinks option has a well-stocked bar, including ice-cold Heineken beer, a selection of fine wines (red, white, and rosé), and soft drinks.