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Boat tour along the Amsterdam Light Festival | Amsterdam Circle Line

With Amsterdam Circle Line, we offer unforgettable boat tours during the Amsterdam Light Festival. Board our yellow boats and enjoy the magnificent light artworks illuminating the city. Our electric boats are whisper quiet and offer an excellent view of the artworks from anywhere thanks to the panoramic glass roof. Choose a cozy table inside with your party or enjoy the open back deck, ideal for taking the best photos. As you cruise close to the most beautiful works of art, you can take it all in. In addition, there is a restroom on board.

On board, an audio guide is available in Dutch and English, explaining the works of art. For those interested in a German audio tour, a separate boat is available.

Experience the magic of the Amsterdam Light Festival during a boat tour and get carried away by the enchanting light artworks that illuminate the city.

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Information and departure times

From November 28, 2024, to January 19, 2025, we offer daily Amsterdam Light Festival boat tours from the pick-up locations at the Anne Frank House and Central Station.

Anne Frank House

Begin your Amsterdam Light Festival experience at Smidtje Canal Café, located next to the Anne Frank House. The terrace has been transformed into a cozy Winter Stall, where you can warm up, grab a treat or enjoy a hot  chocolate or mulled wine before embarking on the boat tour.

Departure times:

17:00 until 21:15: With Dutch and English audio guide

See an impression of the Winter Stall.

Central Station

Central Station is an ideal starting point, whether you are already in the city or arriving by train. Here you can choose an Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour with a Dutch and English audio guide with unlimited drinks, a German audio guide with unlimited drinks, or a cheese and wine tasting with three Dutch cheeses and unlimited matching wines, accompanied by a Dutch and English audioguide.

Departure times:

16:45 until 20:30: With Dutch and English audioguide, including drinks
17:30 and 19:00: With German audioguide, including drinks
19:15 and 21:00: Dutch cheese tasting including unlimited matching wines, with Dutch and English audioguide

 

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The theme this year

The Amsterdam Light Festival is an enchanting winter spectacle that you don’t want to miss. The light artworks can be admired throughout the city on bridges, along the canals and in the water, making a cruise the perfect way to experience this event. This year marks the 13th edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival with the theme ‘Rituals’. This edition is extra special because it coincides with the celebration of Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary. For an entire year, residents, districts and institutions will celebrate the unique character of this beautiful city. This is reflected in the artworks.

The Amsterdam Light Festival will take place from November 28, 2024 to January 19, 2025. Make sure not to miss this special edition! Would you rather book a private boat tour on one of our classic ships? That is possible as well. Simply request a quote using the button below.

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Book your unique boat tour now or contact us for more information. Whether it’s a family outing, a friend’s day or a romantic date, we will make sure you have an unforgettable time. Let us make your day special!

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