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Amsterdam Light Festival 2024

Experience the enchanting Amsterdam Light Festival from the water with KINboat
75 minutes
Central Station, Anne Frank House
From 3 years

Discover Amsterdam in a new light, step aboard at KINboat

Every year, the enchanting Amsterdam Light Festival brings a warm glow to the city during the cold winter months. This winter the Light Festival in Amsterdam will run from 28 November 2024 to 19 January 2025, and brilliant light artworks will illuminate the city’s canals. This year the festival’s theme is ‘Rituals’, and KINboat is once again organising special boat tours along the illuminated canals. The festival already offers a unique experience, and we’ll ensure that you can enjoy the spectacle of light, art and Amsterdam’s skyline from the water. Don’t want to miss out on the 2024 Light Festival in Amsterdam? Book your boat tour today!

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What makes the Amsterdam Light Festival unique?

The Amsterdam Light Festival is much more than a collection of artworks. Every year, international artists transform the city with light installations that reflect Amsterdam’s rich culture. This year’s festival coincides with the celebration of the city’s 750th anniversary, adding an extra festive touch to the experience.

Experience the Light Festival in Amsterdam with KINboat

One of the best ways to experience the Light Festival in Amsterdam is, of course, from the canals. The artworks are often designed to be admired from the water, and a KINboat tour offers an intimate, atmospheric perspective on these impressive light installations. But why choose a KINboat cruise during the Amsterdam Light Festival?

  • Intimate setting: Our boats offer a cosy, comfortable experience—just what you need during this light festival in Amsterdam!
  • Expert guides: Our guides know all the ins and outs of the Amsterdam Light Festival, ensuring you don’t miss anything about the event.
  • Warm drinks: Enjoy a hot drink as you sail through the illuminated canals, adding even more sparkle to your Light Festival boat tour in Amsterdam!
  • Optimal route: Our carefully curated route ensures you won’t miss any highlights of the Amsterdam Light Festival.
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Want to fully enjoy the Amsterdam Light Festival? Book your Amsterdam Light Festival Tour with KINboat!

Do you want to experience the Amsterdam Light Festival 2024 in a unique way? Discover the magic of light and water like never before and book your boat tour with KINboat! Our boats depart from the Anne Frank House, allowing you to enjoy the most extraordinary winter experience in Amsterdam. Don’t wait too long to book, as our boat tours during the Light Festival in Amsterdam are popular and sell out quickly. So, reserve your spot today and prepare for an evening filled with light, art, and magic in the heart of Amsterdam!

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Local, Enthusiastic Skippers

Our experienced skippers will tell you all about the city’s rich history. Enjoy friendly service and a personal canal tour.

Different boarding locations

For our canal cruises, we depart from various locations: near Central Station, the Anne Frank House, and the Rosewood Hotel. Choose where you want to board and experience the convenience of sailing with KINboat!

Free Cancellation

Flexibility is paramount at KINboat. Cancel for free up to 24 hours before departure and book with confidence for a worry-free canal cruise through Amsterdam.

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Frequently asked questions

KINboat’s boat tour during the Amsterdam Light Festival is suitable for all ages from 3 years and up. Whether you’re with friends, family, or children, everyone can enjoy the magical atmosphere of the light festival from the water. The intimate setting of the boats provides a cosy and comfortable experience for both young and old.

KINboat offers two central boarding locations for the Amsterdam Light Festival tour: Central Station and the Anne Frank House. Both locations are easily accessible and ensure that you can quickly and comfortably begin your magical journey through the illuminated canals of Amsterdam.

The Amsterdam Light Festival 2024 will take place from 28th November 2024 to 19th January 2025.

From Sunday to Tuesday, the light installations can be admired from 17:00 to 22:00. From Wednesday to Saturday, the lights remain on until 23:00.

There are two exceptions: during the Christmas holiday, from 21st December to 5th January, the light installations will be illuminated daily from 17:00 to 23:00. On Tuesday 31st December, the lights will be switched off.

With KINboat, you can enjoy a carefully curated route that takes you past the highlights of the festival while sipping on a delightful drink. Our enthusiastic skipper brings the artworks to life with engaging stories and fascinating facts.

Yes, it is recommended to reserve tickets in advance as the boat tours sell out quickly.

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