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Activities in Amsterdam

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Artists from all over the world have created light sculptures, projections and artwork to light up the city for the Amsterdam Festival of Lights. Discover their secrets on this canal cruise.

Artists from all over the world have created light sculptures, projections and artwork to light up the city for the Amsterdam Festival of Lights. Discover their secrets on this canal cruise.

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Departing from a quay located right next to Amsterdam's Centraal Station, you'll start a 75-minute cruise through the city's canals, discovering all the secrets of the Light Festival just as it's designed to be enjoyed–from the water. 

The highlights of the cruise include:

  • Dam Square
  • Centraal Station
  • Leidseplein
  • Westerkerk
  • Rembrandt House Museum
  • Anne Frank House
  • Van Gogh Museum
  • Rijksmuseum
  • Vondelpark
  • National Maritime Museum
  • Royal Palace
  • Holland Casino

This cruise only takes place during the Amsterdam Festival of Lights from the end of November until mid-January.

2024-25 Season Theme

The 2024-25 season marks the 13th edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival, and this year’s theme, Rituals, delves into the profound connection between light and our traditions. From fireworks to bonfires, light has always symbolized life, joy, and energy. Join us in celebrating Amsterdam's 750th anniversary with an extraordinary display of light art, inspired by the city's rich and diverse cultural rituals.

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Duration

1h 15m.

Language The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

75–minute boat ride

Audio guide in English and Dutch

Amsterdam Light Festival

Free Wi

Fi on board

When to book?

You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

  • Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
  • Reduce, reuse, recycle.
  • Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
  • Uphold fair employment standards.
  • Foster the growth of local communities.
  • Preserve the integrity of local culture.
  • Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
  • Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
  • Operate with honesty and transparency.
  • Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

  • No printing of documentation required.

Provider

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    Corporate name: TGH Wholesale B.V

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Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

    A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

  • Q - How to book?

    A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

If you have any other questions please contact us.

Meeting point

Prins Hendrikkade 25

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