Amsterdam: Light Festival Boat with Unlimited Drinks & Snack
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
Until 18th of January the Amsterdam Light Festival takes place. This festival gives artists the chance to show 27 illuminated pieces of art in the canals of Amsterdam. The best way is seeing them is from a canal boat with our English speaking Skipper.
✔️ Drinks optional
Sit back and relax with a wine, beer or soda & Dutch Snacks which you can book optional.
✔️ Small Group
We cruise with a small group of maximum of 28 passengers
✔️ Highlights
Apart from the illuminated works of art. We'll pass by the best highlights in Amsterdam. From The Dancing Houses to the Seven Bridges, onto the Skinny Bridge.
✔️ Guide language
Our skipper speaks English, but we have a digital booklet with guided information in English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, German, French and Italian.
✔️ Location
We depart right in front of Amsterdam Central Station, in one of our brand new stylish and electric Eco Boats.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Departure point right in front of Central Station
The route and duration (75 minutes) may vary each time depending on external factors.
On the day itself (depending on the weather conditions) we decide to cruise with an half open or covered boat (with some shelter for rain).
On cold days, please wear warm, clothes, as cruising on water can get cold
On Rainy days, please wear suitable clothing
We only serve alcoholic drinks for travellers 18 years old and above (proof of ID can be asked for). Minor travellers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drink
Our welcome snack may contain traces of nuts, and these traces might also be present on the boat itself (in case of severe nut allergies)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Canal Ring (Grachtengordel)
Explore Amsterdam by visiting its UNESCO-listed canals. We'll pass by the best highlights in Amsterdam. From The Dancing Houses to the Seven Brigdes. On the Amstel and underneath the Skinny Bridge, all to be seen from our canal boat.
Amsterdam Light Festival
Great to take photo's of these Art works (they are a limited time in Amsterdam )
What‘s Included
Welcome snack
(Hot) drinks can be booked optional
Cruise with the proud winner of TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice 2025!
In Person guide ( English and Dutch)
Options
Cruise with one drink
1 (non)alcoholic or hot drink
Cruise without a drink
Unlimited Drinks + Dutch Snack
Unlimited drinks and snacks
Reviews
402 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
amsterdam light festival
monosim2025,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00great trip from Bob and Joel. They gave a really nice explanation, they are very knowledgeable about the city and the artworks.
Cool Trip
asjazinetaa,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joel and Bob were very good and funny guides :) ! The lights that we saw were very beautiful. Also the hot chocolate was tuff.
Loved it
kirstycope79,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! Bob and co was very informative and helpful. Had a great time and laugh!! Highly recommend! Must do experience.
Pretty good experience and gals on ds boat
malikaR5728XV,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Its pretty good and educational. Had a pretty good time and bring a jacket with you, it can get pretty cold. Also Bob and Joel were best guides 😃
Great experience
ivoenmischad,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved the experience! We are locals so know our way around, but were touring with visiting friends. This was the perfect tour; Nice boat, very comfortable seats, knowledgeable guides, nice drinks included :) Highly recommended!
Must see!!!!!
caramiai,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time! Sabastian was a great captain and William was a great bartender! They both did a phenomenal job of guiding us through the beautiful light displays! Our favorite was the love bird swans! Just stunning! They also provided a lot of information about the homes along the canal and answered some historical questions regarding the city! We had a wonderful time! Definitely recommend!!!
10/10 Thomas and Finn
elliesD720TD,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience and very informative. Kind and funny. Big thanks to Thomas and Finn for our experience 10/10 !! Thankyou very must. Recommend highly.
funny
C5092ONemmae,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00William and Sebastian explained everything great and made funny jokes :) They were very friendly and made us laugh, try it out yourself
Must Do
kristinamO6686OW,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience! The two amazing staff members were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. Loved all the information and the art—the penis plant is a must-see!
Light tour
Q8980DJkellyk,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Maze and Igor led a great tour, the artwork was very cool and we loved the fun facts about Amsterdam. We had a lovely evening :)
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