Discover the 15th edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival from the water on a 75 minute canal cruise with an official partner of the festival. Board in front of Amsterdam Central Station and start with a welcome snack and a optional warm drink: coffee, tea or hot chocolate. Additional drinks can be bought on board. From Central Station, the boat sails into the route, starting with the Oosterdok, where the city skyline and the first light artworks reflect on the water. Continue through the green Plantage district, home to Artis Zoo and the Hortus Botanicus, before turning onto the Amstel river. Here you pass the illuminated Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug) and the H’ART Museum along the way. Your local skipper guides the tour in German and shares stories about the artworks and the city. A free booklet on board explains the sights in 8 languages. Depending on the weather, the cruise runs on a half open or covered boat.

Itinerary

Start Point

The location is right in front of Amsterdam Central Station, directly in front of the…

Stop 1

Passing by Oosterdok you will see the first Illuminated works of art

Stop 2

We follow the route throught the Plantage district

Stop 3

Amstel river has not only the illuminated Skinny Brigde, but more works of art.

Stop 4

We fininish where we started, Amsterdam Central Station

End Point

The location is right in front of Amsterdam Central Station, directly in front of the…

What’s included

Digital booklet with 8 languages for free to download
German spoken guide
(Hot) drinks can be booked optional
Cruise with the proud winner of TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice 2025!

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Departure point right in front of Central Station
On cold days, please wear warm, clothes, as cruising on water can get cold
On Rainy days, please wear suitable clothing
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).
The route and duration (75 minutes) may vary each time depending on external factors.
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.

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather.

Important Information

Just show your ticket to our host at departure point wearing green jackets

Age Policy

Infant: 0–3 years · Child: 4–14 years · Adult: 15–99 years

Specification: Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with German Guide

Duration	1.3 Hours
Ticket Type	Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group Size	Up to 28 travelers
Confirmation	Instant Confirmation
Language	Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Time of Day	Daytime
Tour Type	Shared