Amsterdam Light Festival Cruises | 75–90 Minute Canal Experiences

What to expect on an Amsterdam Light Festival cruise?

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Sparkling festival route

Sail along the official festival route where illuminated artworks brighten iconic canals like Herengracht and Prinsengracht. Each installation tells a story, creating a moving gallery framed by Amsterdam’s 17th-century gabled houses.

Heated comfort onboard

Snuggle up on cozy boats with blankets, peek through wide windows, or catch fresh air on open decks while heated seats keep you warm as the water shimmers with colors.

Captivating stories

Onboard hosts and audio guides spill all the juicy details about each artwork, reveal hidden canal-side architectural gems, and dive into the artists’ inspirations, all available in English, Dutch, and German.

Flexible boarding points

Choose boarding spots near Centraal Station, Hard Rock Cafe, A’DAM Tower, Anne Frank House, or quieter docks. Options suit every itinerary, whether you’re staying in Jordaan or near Museumplein.

Variety of cruise styles

Pick from traditional covered boats, luxurious saloon vessels, semi-covered sloep boat, intimate electric launches, or fully private charters. Each offers different seating, service, and upgrade possibilities to match your style.

Things to know before you book your Amsterdam Light Festival cruise

Festival season: The festival runs from late November through mid-January, with nightly departures that follow the official illuminated art route.
Duration options: Cruises last between 75 and 90 minutes, depending on the experience and departure point, giving ample time to enjoy every installation.
Audio & commentary: Most boats include multilingual audio guides or live commentary, adding context and fun stories about the artists and canal landmarks.
Upgrade choices: Some cruises offer unlimited drinks, snack boxes, or private boat experiences for an extra fee, perfect for date nights or small groups.
Accessibility info: Several boarding points and boats accommodate wheelchairs with advance notice. Please check details when booking to ensure the right fit.
Weather ready: Boats are heated and enclosed but boarding areas can be chilly, so pack a scarf and warm shoes for outdoor waiting areas.
Cancellation flexibility: Many operators allow free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure, ideal if Amsterdam’s winter weather changes your plans.

Find your best Amsterdam Light Festival cruise match here

Cruise type	Duration	Key features	Boarding points	Upgrades available
Extended traditional cruise	90-mins	Heated glass-roof boat, official audio guide, onboard toilet	Hard Rock Cafe or A’DAM Tower	Snack box and drinks
Traditional cruise	75-mins	Classic covered boat, multilingual audio, skipper commentary	Near Centraal Station or Anne Frank House	Unlimited drinks, Wi-Fi
Luxury cruise	75-mins	Elegant saloon boat, host storytelling, wooden interiors	Near Centraal Station	Unlimited drinks and snacks
Small-group electric cruise	75-mins	Silent eco-friendly electric boat, only 30 guests, blankets	City Centre or Starboard Dock	Unlimited drinks, private charter
Exclusive private cruise	75-mins	Private electric boat for up to 10 guests, heated cushions	Starboard Dock or Oudezijds Voorburgwal	Unlimited drinks, English-speaking guide

What will you see on your Amsterdam Light Festival cruise?

Herengracht

Herengracht is one of Amsterdam’s most famous canals, lined with elegant 17th-century merchant houses and gilded gables. At night, festival lights reflect perfectly in the calm water, creating picture-perfect views along this historic waterway.

Prinsengracht

Prinsengracht offers a dynamic mix of residential charm and festival art. The canal’s bridges and facades glow with vibrant installations, turning each section into a storytelling journey between classic architecture and contemporary light sculptures.

NEMO Science Museum

The NEMO Science Museum’s green roof and iconic ship-like structure provide a striking backdrop for installations. From the water, visitors see both museum lights and festival sculptures mirrored in the canal below.

Amsterdam Centraal Station

This architectural landmark shines under festival lights, offering a blend of historic grandeur and modern vibrancy. Boats glide past as illuminated artworks frame the station’s detailed façade and bustling waterfront.

Anne Frank House

While boats stay outside, the Anne Frank House’s façade adds historical depth to the cruise. Nearby installations transform the canal in front, creating a reflective atmosphere steeped in both history and art.

Magere Brug

The iconic Magere Brug, or Skinny Bridge, lights up with special festival illuminations. Its wooden arches glow beautifully at night, perfectly reflecting in the canal and offering a signature Amsterdam photo moment.

Brouwersgracht

Brouwersgracht combines quiet charm with visual spectacle. Narrow canal houses and historic warehouses create a stunning canvas for floating artworks and illuminated installations along this lesser-known canal.

Grachtengordel

The Grachtengordel canal belt showcases Amsterdam’s UNESCO-protected canal network. Festival lights highlight symmetrical canal layouts and ornate façades, producing a magical, storybook-like experience from the water.

Your Amsterdam Light Festival cruise boarding points explained

Address: Blue Boat Company, Stadhouderskade 501, 1071 ZD Amsterdam, Netherlands (opposite Hard Rock Café)

Getting there:

By tram: Lines 1, 2, 5, 11, 12 to Leidseplein, then about a 2-minute walk to the dock.
By metro: Line M52 to Vijzelgracht, then about a 10-minute walk.
By taxi/car: Closest parking at Q-Park Byzantium (about a 6-minute walk) or Q-Park Museumplein (around 10 minutes). ParkBee Stadhouderskade is a smaller nearby option.

Famous for: One of Amsterdam’s best-known canal cruise departure points, set beside the Hard Rock Café and close to the city’s main entertainment district.

Address: Badhuisweg 4, 1031 CM Amsterdam, Netherlands

Getting there:

By ferry: Free Buiksloterweg ferry from behind Amsterdam Centraal, 5 minutes.
By tram: No direct tram access; reach via ferry from Central Station.
By taxi/car: Drop-off points in front; limited parking in Overhoeks area.

Famous for: Panoramic city views from the observation deck and vibrant nightlife at the tower.

Address: Stromma, Damrak 22, 1012 LH Amsterdam, Netherlands

Getting there:

By tram: Almost all tram lines stop directly at Centraal Station.
By metro: M51, M52, M53, M54 all stop here.
By bus: City and regional buses connect directly.

Famous for: Amsterdam’s main transport hub surrounded by canals, historic architecture, and easy access to central attractions.

Address: Amsterdam Circle Line, Prinsengracht, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Getting there:

By tram: Lines 13, 17 to Westermarkt stop, then 2-minute walk.
By metro: M52 to Rokin or Centraal, then 12–15 minute walk.
By taxi/car: Minimal parking; walking recommended.

Famous for: Historic canal-side museum, reflecting Amsterdam’s history, situated in a charming neighborhood full of classic façades.

Address: Amstel 178, 1017 AE Amsterdam | Find on map

Getting there:

By tram: Lines 4, 14 to Rembrandtplein, then about 5-minute walk.
By taxi/car: Drop-off points available nearby; limited parking in the area but public transport recommended.

Famous for: Quiet boarding point perfect for small and private boats, offering intimate views of festival lights.

Address: Oudezijds Voorburgwal 150, 1012 Amsterdam

Getting there:

By tram: Lines 4, 9, 14 nearby (towards Nieuwmarkt or Spui stops).
By taxi/car: Short walk from central parking garages; area primarily pedestrian.

Famous for: Historic canal heart of Amsterdam with vibrant nightlife, classic architecture, and charming canal streets.

Plan your Amsterdam Light Festival cruise

Amsterdam canal cruise with illuminated bridges and passengers enjoying the view.

Arrival time: Arrive at least 20–30 minutes before departure to complete check-in and boarding smoothly.
Documents needed: Bring your printed or digital ticket and a valid ID for verification.
Dress code: Smart casual is recommended, especially if you’re on a dinner or luxury cruise.
Security procedures: Standard bag checks may be conducted; sharp objects and large items are prohibited.
Boarding process: Passengers are seated in groups; some boats have multiple deck levels for seating options.
Child & pet policy: Children under 12 must be accompanied by adults; small pets allowed only on private cruises.
Onboard luggage: Only small bags are allowed; large luggage must be left off-boat or in lockers if available.

Luxury canal cruise in Amsterdam during Light Festival with passengers inside.

General timings: The Amsterdam Light Festival cruises run from early evening around 5pm to late night at 10 or 11pm. This year, the festival lights up the canals from 27th November 2025 to 18th January 2026.
Best time of day: Early evening, just around the dusk hour, is ideal, offering soft golden light and fewer crowds.

People enjoying the Amsterdam Light Festival cruise, taking photos through the boat's glass roof.

Cozy seating area: Comfortable seating in enclosed or open-air areas, ideal for canal views and photography.
Washrooms: Onboard restrooms are accessible to all passengers for convenience during the cruise.
Food onboard: Light refreshments and snacks are available on select cruises to enjoy during the ride.
Multilingual guides: Audio guides in multiple languages explaining the festival lights and key landmarks.
Open decks: Deck areas designed for unobstructed views of illuminated canals and buildings.

Skipper steering boat during Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise, pointing at illuminated canal bridge.

Wheelchair friendly: Some of the cruises have wheelchair-accessible ramps and gangways for easy boarding on most vessels.
Registered assistance dogs: Some cruises happily accommodate guide dogs, so you and your companion can enjoy the ride.
Reserved seating: Designated seating areas for passengers with reduced mobility in both indoor and outdoor decks.
Helpful staff: Assistance from crew members is available for boarding and seating if required.
Washrooms for all: Accessible restrooms on select boats to ensure comfort for all guests.

No smoking sign on a pole in an outdoor setting.

No smoking: Smoking is prohibited inside boats; designated outdoor areas may be available.
Pet policy: Pets allowed only on private or small boat cruises; service animals welcome.
Keep it clean: Littering or throwing objects into canals is strictly forbidden.
Safety first: Life jackets must be worn by children when required by crew instructions.
Listen to the crew: Follow staff instructions during boarding, disembarking, and any emergency procedures.

Visitor tips

Seating preference: Request window or deck seating when booking for unobstructed views of the festival lights.
Light reflection: Use non-flash photography to capture reflections on water without disturbing fellow passengers.
Power bank ready: Nighttime photos and navigation apps can drain your phone fast, so carry a backup battery.
Ear protection: Evening canals can echo horns, engine sounds, and crowd chatter, so earplugs help if sensitive to noise.
Binoculars handy: Certain installations are small or across wider canals; a compact pair lets you see details clearly.
Waterproof bag: Protect cameras, phones, and tickets from unexpected splashes or light rain during open-deck boarding.

Frequently Asked Questions about Amsterdam Light Festival cruises

Are small boats better for photography?

Smaller electric boats offer quieter, closer views of light installations, making it easier to photograph details without reflections or crowd interference.

Can I bring my tripod on board?

Most boats allow compact tripods, but larger ones may be restricted. Always check with your specific cruise provider beforehand to avoid issues.

Do the lights affect motion sickness?

Lights themselves don’t cause nausea, but gentle canal movement may. Choose a mid-boat seat near the center for a smoother experience.

Will I see every light installation?

Routes vary per cruise type. Popular installations are included, but smaller or distant works may be missed due to time or route limits.

Will the cruise be canceled in rain or snow?

Minor weather usually doesn’t cancel tours; severe storms may. Always check live updates or contact the provider on the day of your cruise.

Are guided commentary options available on all boats?

Some boats offer live guides, while others provide recorded explanations. Check ahead if you want artist insights or installation context included.

Can I combine the cruise with other attractions?

Yes, several packages bundle festival cruises with museums or walking tours. Check for combo tickets to save money and maximize experience.

Can I attend the festival if I miss the cruise?

Yes, many installations are visible from bridges, streets, and walking paths, but boats provide closer, uninterrupted views of major artworks.

Capture festival installations clearly without outdoor crowds from your heated sightseeing boat.

Boat type: Traditional sightseeing cruise boat with a large glass roof and warm interiors.
Everything you get: The cruise runs 75 mins along the official Light Festival route. You can board near Centraal Station, Restaurant Loetje, Rijksmuseum or the Anne Frank House. Onboard, expect heating, wide glass views, a toilet, a well-stocked bar, and a skilful captain and both multilingual audio commentary and personal stories from the skipper.
Why choose this: Winter weather does not interfere, since the heated glass-roof boat keeps the festival experience comfortable while showcasing the artworks clearly.
Upgrades: Choose unlimited beer, wine, and soda to enjoy on the ride, use free Wi-Fi to share photos instantly, or a back deck lounge for open-air perspectives.

Inclusions

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Board from near Centraal Station, Rijksmuseum, Restaurant Loetje or Anne Frank House (as per option selected)
Heated & covered boat with a glass roof
Audio guide in Dutch and English
Skilled captains & friendly skippers with unique stories
Unlimited drinks (beer, wine & soda) (as per option selected)
Free Wi-Fi (as per option selected)
Lounge on the back deck (as per option selected)
Restroom on board

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.

What’s not allowed

Sharp metallic tools or objects, and non-folding wheelchairs and baby strollers are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is difficult for people with reduced mobility, since there are a few steps that you would have to climb to board the boat.

Additional information

The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.
The cruise operates from three different departure locations. Please ensure you check your confirmation email and arrive on time at the correct location.

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

Take a 90-min Light Festival journey with an official festival guide in Dutch, English or German.

Boat type: Traditional sightseeing cruise boat with large glass roof and heated interiors.
Everything you get: Spend 90-mins gliding through Amsterdam Light Festival artworks on a glass-roof sightseeing boat with heating, multilingual audio guide, boarding from either Hard Rock Cafe or A’DAM Tower, and access to onboard toilet facilities.
Why choose this: Offering a longer journey than standard options, this 90-min cruise ensures you have more time to enjoy illuminated artworks.
Upgrades: Add a snackbox, cheesebox, or wine upgrade to your cruise for a more flavorful, relaxed, and enjoyable 90-minute sightseeing experience.

Inclusions

90-minute cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Board from near Hard Rock Cafe or A'dam Tower (as per your selection)
Covered and heated boat
Official Amsterdam Light Festival audio guide (Dutch, English & German)
Toilet on board
Snackbox (as per option selected)
Wine & Cheesebox (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Snack box (chips, popcorn, stroopwafels, nuts, water or soft drink) and drinks (available for purchase)

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.

What’s not allowed

Food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users, but you must make a prior reservation to let the providers know.

Additional information

Food and additional drinks are available for purchase on board.
The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026
Visibility of light installations may vary due to weather and crowding on the boat.

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

Admire glowing artworks while staying warm aboard luxury enclosed boats & with an expert host by your side.

Boat type: Cozy enclosed saloon boat with plush seating, large windows and wooden interiors, or a modern, electric boat with a covered roof
Everything you get: Board near Centraal Station or City Centre and relax on a heated, enclosed boat. Your experienced skipper navigates the canals while a friendly host shares stories about Amsterdam’s monuments, light artworks, and the city’s winter charm for 75-mins.
Why choose this: This cruise gives you confidence and context, as your knowledgeable skipper & host shares inside stories that make the festival magical.
Upgrades: Choose unlimited mulled wine, beer, sodas, hot chocolate, welcome snacks, snug blankets, or a thirty guest sailing for a calmer winter canal outing.

Inclusions

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Board from near Centraal Station
Heated and fully-enclosed boat or a modern, electric boat with a covered roof (as per option selected)
Experienced skipper
Host providing detailed explanation of the city, monuments, and artworks
Unlimited mulled wine, beer, glühwein, hot chocolate, and sodas (as per option selected)
Snacks (as per option selected)
30 guests on board (as per option selected)
Blankets on board (as per option selected)
Amsterdam Light Festival fee

Exclusions

Drinks (for packages without drinks included)

Transportation to/from the meeting point
Cruises on New Year’s Eve

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

What’s not allowed

Sharp metallic tools or objects, smoking and drugs are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Additional information

The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.
Guests showing signs of intoxication before boarding will not be allowed to join the cruise.
If a guest becomes disruptive due to intoxication during the cruise, the journey may be ended immediately and they may be asked to leave the boat.

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

Sail the canals quietly on an electric boat designed for small, cozy groups of up to 30 guests.

Boat type: Luxury modern boat running on 100% electric power with covered roofs
Everything you get: Settle into a fully electric boat for 75-mins with an intimate group of just 30 fellow travellers. Your experienced captain navigates while the guide explains festival artworks. Blankets keep you warm & the Amsterdam Light Festival fee is included.
Why choose this: An exclusive small-group cruise with only 30 guests allows you to get clear views of the festival lights and an overall personalised commentary.
Upgrades: Choose unlimited beer, glühwein, hot chocolate & soft drinks, enjoy a snack, or transform your trip into a private, intimate cruise with only 10 guests.

Inclusions

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Board from City Centre or Starboard Dock (as per option selected)
Fully modern, electric boat with covered roof
Experienced guide and professional captain
Up to 30 guests on-board
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Blankets on-board
Unlimited beer, glühwein, hot chocolate, and soft drinks (as per option selected)
Welcome snack (as per option selected)
Private cruise (as per option selected)
Up to 10 guests on-board (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Food & drinks (unless specified in your chosen ticket option)

Personal expenses
Transportation to and from the meeting point

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

What’s not allowed

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience, except for the private cruise option.

Accessibility

For detailed accessibility information, please contact the operator in advance at sail@starboardboats.nl or +31 6 19909425.

Additional information

Cruises are conducted in English.
The boat is covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

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

Sip drinks at –10°C in Amsterdam's coldest bar, then enjoy the world-famous seasonal winter light festival on a cruise.

Everything you get at Icebar Amsterdam: Fast-track priority access to one of Amsterdam's top attractions, 3 complimentary drinks served in ice glasses, and thermal clothing to keep you warm.
Everything you get on the Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: A 75-minute cruise through the city’s illuminated canals, with boarding from the City Centre, guided commentary, and the festival fee included.
Why choose this: Save 12% with a ticket to two unique experiences: a frosty Icebar visit and Amsterdam's limited-time Light Festival, in one day.

Inclusions Icebar Amsterdam

Skip-the-line entry to Xtracold Icebar
3 free drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
Thermal coat and gloves

Amsterdam lights festival cruise

75-min evening cruise on a modern, electric boat with a covered roof
Boarding from the City Centre
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Experienced guide and professional captain
Blankets on-board

Exclusions Icebar Amsterdam

Food and additional drinks
Transport between venues
Personal expenses
Gratuities

Amsterdam lights festival cruise

Food & drinks
Personal expenses
Transportation to and from the meeting point

What to bring Icebar Amsterdam

Bring a valid ID along with your tickets.

Amsterdam Light Festival

Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed Icebar Amsterdam

Avoid bringing large bags or luggage to the Icebar and the cruise (if you choose the upgrade).
Pets are not allowed at the Icebar.

Amsterdam Light Festival

Outside food and beverages, sharp metallic objects, and large bags or luggage are not allowed.
Due to venue restrictions, pets are not allowed, except on the private cruise.

Accessibility Icebar Amsterdam

Wheelchair-friendly with free access to bathrooms.
Only service dogs (clearly identifiable as such) are allowed on the boat.

Amsterdam Light Festival

Cruises are conducted in English.
The boat is covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during winter months.

Additional Information Icebar Amsterdam

Management reserves the right to refuse entrance if guests are intoxicated, underage, or unable to prove their age.
Arrive at least 20 minutes before your timeslot for check-in.
You can spend up to 20 minutes inside the Icebar.
Last admission is 45 minutes before closing time.
Tickets can be rescheduled or cancelled up to 8 hours in advance.
The Xtracold Icebar is open Sunday to Thursday from 3:45pm to 10:40pm, and Friday to Saturday from 11:45am to 1am.
Children under 18 are not allowed inside.
The Icebar is always kept at –10°C.
Nearest public transport: Waterlooplein (tram 14 & metro 51, 53, 54).

Amsterdam Light Festival

The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various evening departure times from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

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

See Amsterdam’s best for less with this unlimited transport and Light Festival cruise combo.

Everything you get with the Amsterdam GVB Pass: Enjoy unlimited travel on GVB-operated trams, buses (including night buses), metros, and ferries for 24–96 hours. Use the digital pass to tap and ride across the city and access Bus 369 for easy Schiphol-Sloterdijk airport connections.
Everything you get on the Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: Board a 75-min small-group cruise through the official 2025–26 Light Festival route. Relax on a modern electric boat with a covered roof and cosy blankets while a guide shares stories behind the illuminated art installations.
Why choose this combo: Solve the pain point of cold city commutes and secure a prime spot for the popular Light Festival for a lower price than separate tickets.
Upgrades: Select the 48, 72, or 94-hour pass at checkout to enjoy extra days of travel, giving you the best daily value for exploring every corner of Amsterdam!

Inclusions Amsterdam GVB Pass

Validity: Pass valid for 24/48/72/96 hours (as per option selected)
Access to:
- Unlimited travel on all GVB trams, GVB (night) buses, GVB metros, and GVB ferries
- Bus 369 from Sloterdijk to Schiphol Airport (every 15 mins)

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Board from City Centre
Fully modern, electric boat with covered roof
Experienced guide and professional captain
Up to 30 guests on board
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Blankets on board

Exclusions Amsterdam GVB Pass

Access to regional buses (Connexxion, EBS, and Syntus) or the train (NS/Dutch railway)
Round-trip transfers from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on the regional train (NS/Dutch railway)

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Food & drinks
Personal expenses
Transportation to and from the meeting point

What’s not allowed

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not allowed on this experience.
Due to cruise restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

Amsterdam GVB Pass

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

For detailed accessibility information, please contact the operator in advance at sail@starboardboats.nl or +31 6 19909425.

Additional information

Amsterdam GVB Pass

Children up to 4 years old travel for free on public transport.
For questions about bookings, visit the Help Centre.

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Cruises are conducted in English.
The boat is covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

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

See glittering artworks on the official Light Festival route with expert multilingual commentary.

Boat type: Heated, enclosed canal boat with panoramic windows.
Everything you get: A warm 75-min canal adventure along the official festival route, complete with English and Dutch audio guide, heated seating, free WiFi, and restroom for an easy and comfortable winter evening on the water.
Why choose this: Skip the winter chill with heated seating and soak up exclusive art commentary while sailing the festival’s most beautiful canals.

Inclusions

75-minute canal cruise on official Light Festival route
Audio guide in English & Dutch about art and artists
Heated, closed boat seating
Free WiFi on board
Restroom on board

Exclusions

Meals and drinks (hot chocolate and gluhwein available for purchase)

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tips/gratuities
Transfers to/from departure point

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.

What’s not allowed

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, smoking, vaping, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

The experience may not be fully wheelchair accessible. Please check with the operator in advance if you have specific accessibility needs.
For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Additional information

Hot chocolate and gluhwein are available for purchase.
The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

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

Relax on a longer-than-usual 90-minute luxury cruise with table snacks like nuts included.

Boat type: Classic, enclosed, heated boat.
Everything you get: Enjoy a 90-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route, boarding from Singel 9. Onboard, a friendly guide shares festival stories, while the heated covered boat offers several comforts like restroom access and table bites like nuts.
Why choose this: This extended 90-minute cruise offers heated comfort, letting you savor illuminated artworks without winter chills or rushing.
Upgrades: Enhance your cruise with optional unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, or mulled wine, or enjoy a chilled Prosecco bottle per two guests.

Inclusions

90-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Boarding from Singel 9
Expert guide
Heated and covered boat
Some table bites (nuts)
Restroom on board
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Unlimited beer, wine, soda, and Gluhwein (mulled wine) (as per option selected)
Ice-cold bottle of Prosecco (per two persons) (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Tea & coffee

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID is on hand for a smooth experience.

What’s not allowed

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

Additional information

Alcohol will not be served to guests under 18 years of age.
Drinks can still be purchased onboard if not included in your ticket option.
The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

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

Skip-the-line & save 30-mins at Moco Museum, then enjoy a cozy small-group Light Festival cruise.

Everything you get at Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: Unwind on a 75-min eco-friendly electric boat cruise with a covered roof, warm blankets, expert guidance from your guide and captain, and admission to the Festival with 30 other guests.
Everything you get at Moco Museum Amsterdam: Enter Moco Museum without waiting in long lines, explore contemporary art including Banksy, Warhol, Kusama, and rotating exhibitions, and use your multilingual audio guide for added insight at your own pace.
Why choose this combo: This combo gives small-group festival views and skip-the-line museum access, so you maximize your day enjoying Amsterdam effortlessly.

Inclusions Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Fully modern, electric boat with a covered roof
Experienced guide and professional captain
Up to 10 guests
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Blankets on-board

Moco Museum

Skip-the-line entry to Moco Museum
Access to all exhibitions
Audio tour via your smartphone in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese & Spanish

Exclusions Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Food & drinks (unless specified in your chosen ticket option)
Personal expenses
Transportation to and from the meeting point

What to bring Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise + Moco Museum Amsterdam

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

Moco Museum Amsterdam

Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.

What’s not allowed Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise + Moco Museum Amsterdam

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Your pets are not permitted on this experience, except for the private cruise option.

Moco Museum Amsterdam

Drones and hats are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue

Accessibility Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

For detailed accessibility information, please contact the operator in advance at sail@starboardboats.nl or +31 6 19909425.

Moco Museum Amsterdam

This experience is not accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Additional information Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Cruises are conducted in English.
The boat is covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

Moco Museum Amsterdam

Available facilities: restroom and free Wi-Fi.
Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted to guests without guardians under the age of 16 years.
Children under 7 years old do not have to pay a ticket and can visit the museum for free. However, reserve a free child (0-6) ticket for them.

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

Pair world-famous Rijksmuseum treasures with the sights of Amsterdam Light Festival’s 14th edition.

Everything you get at Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: Spend 75-mins on an eco-friendly covered boat, relax with blankets, admire 20 contemporary light artworks, & listen to fascinating commentary by your guide, knowing your festival entry fee is already covered.
Everything you get at Rijksmuseum: Your admission includes entry to the Rijksmuseum with access to all exhibitions, featuring Dutch Golden Age paintings, masterpieces like Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, Vermeer’s The Milkmaid & more than 8,000 other objects.
Why choose this combo: This ticket combines evening lights and daytime art, giving you two distinct Amsterdam highlights without any planning stress.

Inclusions Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Fully modern, electric boat with a covered roof
Experienced guide and professional captain
Up to 10 guests
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Blankets on-board

Rijksmuseum

Entry to the Rijksmuseum
Access to all exhibitions

Exclusions Amsterdam Light Festival Small-Group Cruise

Food & drinks
Personal expenses
Transportation to and from the meeting point

What to bring Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise + Rijksmuseum

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

What’s not allowed Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience, except for the private cruise option.

Rijksmuseum

Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
Cash payment is not accepted at the museum's cafes and shops.
Large bags and luggage, skateboards, musical instruments, and folding bikes are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

For detailed accessibility information, please contact the operator in advance at sail@starboardboats.nl or +31 6 19909425.

Rijksmuseum

This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
People who are unable to independently navigate through the museum may bring one companion with them for free. You can pick up an entrance ticket for a companion at cash register 1.

Additional information Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Cruises are conducted in English.
The boat is covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

Rijksmuseum

Your ticket allows you to enter the museum up to 15 mins after the time mentioned on the ticket.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Capture festival installations clearly without outdoor crowds from your heated sightseeing boat.

Boat type: Traditional sightseeing cruise boat with a large glass roof and warm interiors.
Everything you get: The cruise runs 75 mins along the official Light Festival route. You can board near Centraal Station, Restaurant Loetje, Rijksmuseum or the Anne Frank House. Onboard, expect heating, wide glass views, a toilet, a well-stocked bar, and a skilful captain and both multilingual audio commentary and personal stories from the skipper.
Why choose this: Winter weather does not interfere, since the heated glass-roof boat keeps the festival experience comfortable while showcasing the artworks clearly.
Upgrades: Choose unlimited beer, wine, and soda to enjoy on the ride, use free Wi-Fi to share photos instantly, or a back deck lounge for open-air perspectives.

Inclusions

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Board from near Centraal Station, Rijksmuseum, Restaurant Loetje or Anne Frank House (as per option selected)
Heated & covered boat with a glass roof
Audio guide in Dutch and English
Skilled captains & friendly skippers with unique stories
Unlimited drinks (beer, wine & soda) (as per option selected)
Free Wi-Fi (as per option selected)
Lounge on the back deck (as per option selected)
Restroom on board

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.

What’s not allowed

Sharp metallic tools or objects, and non-folding wheelchairs and baby strollers are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is difficult for people with reduced mobility, since there are a few steps that you would have to climb to board the boat.

Additional information

The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.
The cruise operates from three different departure locations. Please ensure you check your confirmation email and arrive on time at the correct location.

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

Take a 90-min Light Festival journey with an official festival guide in Dutch, English or German.

Boat type: Traditional sightseeing cruise boat with large glass roof and heated interiors.
Everything you get: Spend 90-mins gliding through Amsterdam Light Festival artworks on a glass-roof sightseeing boat with heating, multilingual audio guide, boarding from either Hard Rock Cafe or A’DAM Tower, and access to onboard toilet facilities.
Why choose this: Offering a longer journey than standard options, this 90-min cruise ensures you have more time to enjoy illuminated artworks.
Upgrades: Add a snackbox, cheesebox, or wine upgrade to your cruise for a more flavorful, relaxed, and enjoyable 90-minute sightseeing experience.

Inclusions

90-minute cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Board from near Hard Rock Cafe or A'dam Tower (as per your selection)
Covered and heated boat
Official Amsterdam Light Festival audio guide (Dutch, English & German)
Toilet on board
Snackbox (as per option selected)
Wine & Cheesebox (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Snack box (chips, popcorn, stroopwafels, nuts, water or soft drink) and drinks (available for purchase)

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.

What’s not allowed

Food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users, but you must make a prior reservation to let the providers know.

Additional information

Food and additional drinks are available for purchase on board.
The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026
Visibility of light installations may vary due to weather and crowding on the boat.

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

Admire glowing artworks while staying warm aboard luxury enclosed boats & with an expert host by your side.

Boat type: Cozy enclosed saloon boat with plush seating, large windows and wooden interiors, or a modern, electric boat with a covered roof
Everything you get: Board near Centraal Station or City Centre and relax on a heated, enclosed boat. Your experienced skipper navigates the canals while a friendly host shares stories about Amsterdam’s monuments, light artworks, and the city’s winter charm for 75-mins.
Why choose this: This cruise gives you confidence and context, as your knowledgeable skipper & host shares inside stories that make the festival magical.
Upgrades: Choose unlimited mulled wine, beer, sodas, hot chocolate, welcome snacks, snug blankets, or a thirty guest sailing for a calmer winter canal outing.

Inclusions

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Board from near Centraal Station
Heated and fully-enclosed boat or a modern, electric boat with a covered roof (as per option selected)
Experienced skipper
Host providing detailed explanation of the city, monuments, and artworks
Unlimited mulled wine, beer, glühwein, hot chocolate, and sodas (as per option selected)
Snacks (as per option selected)
30 guests on board (as per option selected)
Blankets on board (as per option selected)
Amsterdam Light Festival fee

Exclusions

Drinks (for packages without drinks included)

Transportation to/from the meeting point
Cruises on New Year’s Eve

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

What’s not allowed

Sharp metallic tools or objects, smoking and drugs are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Additional information

The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.
Guests showing signs of intoxication before boarding will not be allowed to join the cruise.
If a guest becomes disruptive due to intoxication during the cruise, the journey may be ended immediately and they may be asked to leave the boat.

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

Sail the canals quietly on an electric boat designed for small, cozy groups of up to 30 guests.

Boat type: Luxury modern boat running on 100% electric power with covered roofs
Everything you get: Settle into a fully electric boat for 75-mins with an intimate group of just 30 fellow travellers. Your experienced captain navigates while the guide explains festival artworks. Blankets keep you warm & the Amsterdam Light Festival fee is included.
Why choose this: An exclusive small-group cruise with only 30 guests allows you to get clear views of the festival lights and an overall personalised commentary.
Upgrades: Choose unlimited beer, glühwein, hot chocolate & soft drinks, enjoy a snack, or transform your trip into a private, intimate cruise with only 10 guests.

Inclusions

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Board from City Centre or Starboard Dock (as per option selected)
Fully modern, electric boat with covered roof
Experienced guide and professional captain
Up to 30 guests on-board
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Blankets on-board
Unlimited beer, glühwein, hot chocolate, and soft drinks (as per option selected)
Welcome snack (as per option selected)
Private cruise (as per option selected)
Up to 10 guests on-board (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Food & drinks (unless specified in your chosen ticket option)

Personal expenses
Transportation to and from the meeting point

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

What’s not allowed

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience, except for the private cruise option.

Accessibility

For detailed accessibility information, please contact the operator in advance at sail@starboardboats.nl or +31 6 19909425.

Additional information

Cruises are conducted in English.
The boat is covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

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

Sip drinks at –10°C in Amsterdam's coldest bar, then enjoy the world-famous seasonal winter light festival on a cruise.

Everything you get at Icebar Amsterdam: Fast-track priority access to one of Amsterdam's top attractions, 3 complimentary drinks served in ice glasses, and thermal clothing to keep you warm.
Everything you get on the Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: A 75-minute cruise through the city’s illuminated canals, with boarding from the City Centre, guided commentary, and the festival fee included.
Why choose this: Save 12% with a ticket to two unique experiences: a frosty Icebar visit and Amsterdam's limited-time Light Festival, in one day.

Inclusions Icebar Amsterdam

Skip-the-line entry to Xtracold Icebar
3 free drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
Thermal coat and gloves

Amsterdam lights festival cruise

75-min evening cruise on a modern, electric boat with a covered roof
Boarding from the City Centre
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Experienced guide and professional captain
Blankets on-board

Exclusions Icebar Amsterdam

Food and additional drinks
Transport between venues
Personal expenses
Gratuities

Amsterdam lights festival cruise

Food & drinks
Personal expenses
Transportation to and from the meeting point

What to bring Icebar Amsterdam

Bring a valid ID along with your tickets.

Amsterdam Light Festival

Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed Icebar Amsterdam

Avoid bringing large bags or luggage to the Icebar and the cruise (if you choose the upgrade).
Pets are not allowed at the Icebar.

Amsterdam Light Festival

Outside food and beverages, sharp metallic objects, and large bags or luggage are not allowed.
Due to venue restrictions, pets are not allowed, except on the private cruise.

Accessibility Icebar Amsterdam

Wheelchair-friendly with free access to bathrooms.
Only service dogs (clearly identifiable as such) are allowed on the boat.

Amsterdam Light Festival

Cruises are conducted in English.
The boat is covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during winter months.

Additional Information Icebar Amsterdam

Management reserves the right to refuse entrance if guests are intoxicated, underage, or unable to prove their age.
Arrive at least 20 minutes before your timeslot for check-in.
You can spend up to 20 minutes inside the Icebar.
Last admission is 45 minutes before closing time.
Tickets can be rescheduled or cancelled up to 8 hours in advance.
The Xtracold Icebar is open Sunday to Thursday from 3:45pm to 10:40pm, and Friday to Saturday from 11:45am to 1am.
Children under 18 are not allowed inside.
The Icebar is always kept at –10°C.
Nearest public transport: Waterlooplein (tram 14 & metro 51, 53, 54).

Amsterdam Light Festival

The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various evening departure times from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

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

See Amsterdam’s best for less with this unlimited transport and Light Festival cruise combo.

Everything you get with the Amsterdam GVB Pass: Enjoy unlimited travel on GVB-operated trams, buses (including night buses), metros, and ferries for 24–96 hours. Use the digital pass to tap and ride across the city and access Bus 369 for easy Schiphol-Sloterdijk airport connections.
Everything you get on the Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: Board a 75-min small-group cruise through the official 2025–26 Light Festival route. Relax on a modern electric boat with a covered roof and cosy blankets while a guide shares stories behind the illuminated art installations.
Why choose this combo: Solve the pain point of cold city commutes and secure a prime spot for the popular Light Festival for a lower price than separate tickets.
Upgrades: Select the 48, 72, or 94-hour pass at checkout to enjoy extra days of travel, giving you the best daily value for exploring every corner of Amsterdam!

Inclusions Amsterdam GVB Pass

Validity: Pass valid for 24/48/72/96 hours (as per option selected)
Access to:
- Unlimited travel on all GVB trams, GVB (night) buses, GVB metros, and GVB ferries
- Bus 369 from Sloterdijk to Schiphol Airport (every 15 mins)

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Board from City Centre
Fully modern, electric boat with covered roof
Experienced guide and professional captain
Up to 30 guests on board
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Blankets on board

Exclusions Amsterdam GVB Pass

Access to regional buses (Connexxion, EBS, and Syntus) or the train (NS/Dutch railway)
Round-trip transfers from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on the regional train (NS/Dutch railway)

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Food & drinks
Personal expenses
Transportation to and from the meeting point

What’s not allowed

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not allowed on this experience.
Due to cruise restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

Amsterdam GVB Pass

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

For detailed accessibility information, please contact the operator in advance at sail@starboardboats.nl or +31 6 19909425.

Additional information

Amsterdam GVB Pass

Children up to 4 years old travel for free on public transport.
For questions about bookings, visit the Help Centre.

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Cruises are conducted in English.
The boat is covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

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

See glittering artworks on the official Light Festival route with expert multilingual commentary.

Boat type: Heated, enclosed canal boat with panoramic windows.
Everything you get: A warm 75-min canal adventure along the official festival route, complete with English and Dutch audio guide, heated seating, free WiFi, and restroom for an easy and comfortable winter evening on the water.
Why choose this: Skip the winter chill with heated seating and soak up exclusive art commentary while sailing the festival’s most beautiful canals.

Inclusions

75-minute canal cruise on official Light Festival route
Audio guide in English & Dutch about art and artists
Heated, closed boat seating
Free WiFi on board
Restroom on board

Exclusions

Meals and drinks (hot chocolate and gluhwein available for purchase)

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tips/gratuities
Transfers to/from departure point

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.

What’s not allowed

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, smoking, vaping, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

The experience may not be fully wheelchair accessible. Please check with the operator in advance if you have specific accessibility needs.
For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Additional information

Hot chocolate and gluhwein are available for purchase.
The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

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

Relax on a longer-than-usual 90-minute luxury cruise with table snacks like nuts included.

Boat type: Classic, enclosed, heated boat.
Everything you get: Enjoy a 90-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route, boarding from Singel 9. Onboard, a friendly guide shares festival stories, while the heated covered boat offers several comforts like restroom access and table bites like nuts.
Why choose this: This extended 90-minute cruise offers heated comfort, letting you savor illuminated artworks without winter chills or rushing.
Upgrades: Enhance your cruise with optional unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, or mulled wine, or enjoy a chilled Prosecco bottle per two guests.

Inclusions

90-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Boarding from Singel 9
Expert guide
Heated and covered boat
Some table bites (nuts)
Restroom on board
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Unlimited beer, wine, soda, and Gluhwein (mulled wine) (as per option selected)
Ice-cold bottle of Prosecco (per two persons) (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Tea & coffee

What to bring

Ensure your entry ticket and ID is on hand for a smooth experience.

What’s not allowed

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

Additional information

Alcohol will not be served to guests under 18 years of age.
Drinks can still be purchased onboard if not included in your ticket option.
The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

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

Skip-the-line & save 30-mins at Moco Museum, then enjoy a cozy small-group Light Festival cruise.

Everything you get at Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: Unwind on a 75-min eco-friendly electric boat cruise with a covered roof, warm blankets, expert guidance from your guide and captain, and admission to the Festival with 30 other guests.
Everything you get at Moco Museum Amsterdam: Enter Moco Museum without waiting in long lines, explore contemporary art including Banksy, Warhol, Kusama, and rotating exhibitions, and use your multilingual audio guide for added insight at your own pace.
Why choose this combo: This combo gives small-group festival views and skip-the-line museum access, so you maximize your day enjoying Amsterdam effortlessly.

Inclusions Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Fully modern, electric boat with a covered roof
Experienced guide and professional captain
Up to 10 guests
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Blankets on-board

Moco Museum

Skip-the-line entry to Moco Museum
Access to all exhibitions
Audio tour via your smartphone in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese & Spanish

Exclusions Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Food & drinks (unless specified in your chosen ticket option)
Personal expenses
Transportation to and from the meeting point

What to bring Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise + Moco Museum Amsterdam

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

Moco Museum Amsterdam

Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.

What’s not allowed Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise + Moco Museum Amsterdam

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Your pets are not permitted on this experience, except for the private cruise option.

Moco Museum Amsterdam

Drones and hats are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue

Accessibility Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

For detailed accessibility information, please contact the operator in advance at sail@starboardboats.nl or +31 6 19909425.

Moco Museum Amsterdam

This experience is not accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Additional information Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Cruises are conducted in English.
The boat is covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

Moco Museum Amsterdam

Available facilities: restroom and free Wi-Fi.
Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted to guests without guardians under the age of 16 years.
Children under 7 years old do not have to pay a ticket and can visit the museum for free. However, reserve a free child (0-6) ticket for them.

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

Pair world-famous Rijksmuseum treasures with the sights of Amsterdam Light Festival’s 14th edition.

Everything you get at Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: Spend 75-mins on an eco-friendly covered boat, relax with blankets, admire 20 contemporary light artworks, & listen to fascinating commentary by your guide, knowing your festival entry fee is already covered.
Everything you get at Rijksmuseum: Your admission includes entry to the Rijksmuseum with access to all exhibitions, featuring Dutch Golden Age paintings, masterpieces like Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, Vermeer’s The Milkmaid & more than 8,000 other objects.
Why choose this combo: This ticket combines evening lights and daytime art, giving you two distinct Amsterdam highlights without any planning stress.

Inclusions Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
Fully modern, electric boat with a covered roof
Experienced guide and professional captain
Up to 10 guests
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Blankets on-board

Rijksmuseum

Entry to the Rijksmuseum
Access to all exhibitions

Exclusions Amsterdam Light Festival Small-Group Cruise

Food & drinks
Personal expenses
Transportation to and from the meeting point

What to bring Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise + Rijksmuseum

Ensure your entry ticket and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

What’s not allowed Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
Your pets are not permitted on this experience, except for the private cruise option.

Rijksmuseum

Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
Cash payment is not accepted at the museum's cafes and shops.
Large bags and luggage, skateboards, musical instruments, and folding bikes are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

For detailed accessibility information, please contact the operator in advance at sail@starboardboats.nl or +31 6 19909425.

Rijksmuseum

This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
People who are unable to independently navigate through the museum may bring one companion with them for free. You can pick up an entrance ticket for a companion at cash register 1.

Additional information Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Cruises are conducted in English.
The boat is covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.
The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.

Rijksmuseum

Your ticket allows you to enter the museum up to 15 mins after the time mentioned on the ticket.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Sightseeing Cruises

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Amsterdam Light Festival: 75-min Traditional Cruise With Optional Unlimited Drinks

Capture festival installations clearly without outdoor crowds from your heated sightseeing boat.

Boat type: Traditional sightseeing cruise boat with a large glass roof and warm interiors.
Everything you get: The cruise runs 75 mins along the official Light Festival route. You can board near Centraal Station, Restaurant Loetje, Rijksmuseum or the Anne Frank House. Onboard, expect heating, wide glass views, a toilet, a well-stocked bar, and a skilful captain and both multilingual audio commentary and personal stories from the skipper.
Why choose this: Winter weather does not interfere, since the heated glass-roof boat keeps the festival experience comfortable while showcasing the artworks clearly.
Upgrades: Choose unlimited beer, wine, and soda to enjoy on the ride, use free Wi-Fi to share photos instantly, or a back deck lounge for open-air perspectives.

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Free cancellation

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

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

1 hr. 15 min.

Audio guide

Sightseeing Cruises

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

Take a 90-min Light Festival journey with an official festival guide in Dutch, English or German.

Boat type: Traditional sightseeing cruise boat with large glass roof and heated interiors.
Everything you get: Spend 90-mins gliding through Amsterdam Light Festival artworks on a glass-roof sightseeing boat with heating, multilingual audio guide, boarding from either Hard Rock Cafe or A’DAM Tower, and access to onboard toilet facilities.
Why choose this: Offering a longer journey than standard options, this 90-min cruise ensures you have more time to enjoy illuminated artworks.
Upgrades: Add a snackbox, cheesebox, or wine upgrade to your cruise for a more flavorful, relaxed, and enjoyable 90-minute sightseeing experience.

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Check availability

Free cancellation

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

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

1 hr. 30 min.

Audio guide

Sightseeing Cruises

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Amsterdam Light Festival: 75-min Luxury Cruise with Optional Unlimited Drinks & Snacks

Admire glowing artworks while staying warm aboard luxury enclosed boats & with an expert host by your side.

Boat type: Cozy enclosed saloon boat with plush seating, large windows and wooden interiors, or a modern, electric boat with a covered roof
Everything you get: Board near Centraal Station or City Centre and relax on a heated, enclosed boat. Your experienced skipper navigates the canals while a friendly host shares stories about Amsterdam’s monuments, light artworks, and the city’s winter charm for 75-mins.
Why choose this: This cruise gives you confidence and context, as your knowledgeable skipper & host shares inside stories that make the festival magical.
Upgrades: Choose unlimited mulled wine, beer, sodas, hot chocolate, welcome snacks, snug blankets, or a thirty guest sailing for a calmer winter canal outing.

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Check availability

Free cancellation

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

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

1 hr. 15 min.

Sightseeing Cruises

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Amsterdam Light Festival: 75-Min Small-Group Cruise with Unlimited Drinks

Sail the canals quietly on an electric boat designed for small, cozy groups of up to 30 guests.

Boat type: Luxury modern boat running on 100% electric power with covered roofs
Everything you get: Settle into a fully electric boat for 75-mins with an intimate group of just 30 fellow travellers. Your experienced captain navigates while the guide explains festival artworks. Blankets keep you warm & the Amsterdam Light Festival fee is included.
Why choose this: An exclusive small-group cruise with only 30 guests allows you to get clear views of the festival lights and an overall personalised commentary.
Upgrades: Choose unlimited beer, glühwein, hot chocolate & soft drinks, enjoy a snack, or transform your trip into a private, intimate cruise with only 10 guests.

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Check availability

Free cancellation

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

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

1 hr. 15 min.

Guided tour

Combos

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Combo (Save 15%): Icebar Amsterdam Skip-the-Line Tickets + 75-Min Small-Group Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Sip drinks at –10°C in Amsterdam's coldest bar, then enjoy the world-famous seasonal winter light festival on a cruise.

Everything you get at Icebar Amsterdam: Fast-track priority access to one of Amsterdam's top attractions, 3 complimentary drinks served in ice glasses, and thermal clothing to keep you warm.
Everything you get on the Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: A 75-minute cruise through the city’s illuminated canals, with boarding from the City Centre, guided commentary, and the festival fee included.
Why choose this: Save 12% with a ticket to two unique experiences: a frosty Icebar visit and Amsterdam's limited-time Light Festival, in one day.

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Check availability

Free cancellation

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

Guided tour

Combos

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Combo (Save 18%): Amsterdam GVB Public Transport Pass + 75-Min Amsterdam Light Festival Small-Group Cruise

See Amsterdam’s best for less with this unlimited transport and Light Festival cruise combo.

Everything you get with the Amsterdam GVB Pass: Enjoy unlimited travel on GVB-operated trams, buses (including night buses), metros, and ferries for 24–96 hours. Use the digital pass to tap and ride across the city and access Bus 369 for easy Schiphol-Sloterdijk airport connections.
Everything you get on the Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: Board a 75-min small-group cruise through the official 2025–26 Light Festival route. Relax on a modern electric boat with a covered roof and cosy blankets while a guide shares stories behind the illuminated art installations.
Why choose this combo: Solve the pain point of cold city commutes and secure a prime spot for the popular Light Festival for a lower price than separate tickets.
Upgrades: Select the 48, 72, or 94-hour pass at checkout to enjoy extra days of travel, giving you the best daily value for exploring every corner of Amsterdam!

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Free cancellation

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

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Amsterdam Light Festival Covered Canal Cruise

See glittering artworks on the official Light Festival route with expert multilingual commentary.

Boat type: Heated, enclosed canal boat with panoramic windows.
Everything you get: A warm 75-min canal adventure along the official festival route, complete with English and Dutch audio guide, heated seating, free WiFi, and restroom for an easy and comfortable winter evening on the water.
Why choose this: Skip the winter chill with heated seating and soak up exclusive art commentary while sailing the festival’s most beautiful canals.

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1 hr. 15 min.

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Amsterdam Light Festival: 90-min Extended Luxury Cruise with Optional Drinks or Prosecco

Relax on a longer-than-usual 90-minute luxury cruise with table snacks like nuts included.

Boat type: Classic, enclosed, heated boat.
Everything you get: Enjoy a 90-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route, boarding from Singel 9. Onboard, a friendly guide shares festival stories, while the heated covered boat offers several comforts like restroom access and table bites like nuts.
Why choose this: This extended 90-minute cruise offers heated comfort, letting you savor illuminated artworks without winter chills or rushing.
Upgrades: Enhance your cruise with optional unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, or mulled wine, or enjoy a chilled Prosecco bottle per two guests.

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1 hr. 30 min.

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Combo (Save 32%): Amsterdam Light Festival Small Group Cruise + Access to Moco Museum

Skip-the-line & save 30-mins at Moco Museum, then enjoy a cozy small-group Light Festival cruise.

Everything you get at Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: Unwind on a 75-min eco-friendly electric boat cruise with a covered roof, warm blankets, expert guidance from your guide and captain, and admission to the Festival with 30 other guests.
Everything you get at Moco Museum Amsterdam: Enter Moco Museum without waiting in long lines, explore contemporary art including Banksy, Warhol, Kusama, and rotating exhibitions, and use your multilingual audio guide for added insight at your own pace.
Why choose this combo: This combo gives small-group festival views and skip-the-line museum access, so you maximize your day enjoying Amsterdam effortlessly.

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Combo (Save 14%): Amsterdam Light Festival Small Group Cruise + Access to Rijksmuseum

Pair world-famous Rijksmuseum treasures with the sights of Amsterdam Light Festival’s 14th edition.

Everything you get at Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise: Spend 75-mins on an eco-friendly covered boat, relax with blankets, admire 20 contemporary light artworks, & listen to fascinating commentary by your guide, knowing your festival entry fee is already covered.
Everything you get at Rijksmuseum: Your admission includes entry to the Rijksmuseum with access to all exhibitions, featuring Dutch Golden Age paintings, masterpieces like Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, Vermeer’s The Milkmaid & more than 8,000 other objects.
Why choose this combo: This ticket combines evening lights and daytime art, giving you two distinct Amsterdam highlights without any planning stress.

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