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30 July 2025
Best ways to see Amsterdam Light Festival
Updated 2 December 2025 at 13:54
The Amsterdam Light Festival is back in full force this December for its 14th edition, and it’s here to stay until mid-January. It’s the perfect time to set out for a stroll as you enjoy the light artworks illuminating Amsterdam’s iconic canals. 20 artists from across the world explore the theme of Legacy.
Experience the lights on a boat
Explore the magical atmosphere of the Amsterdam Light Festival on a memorable canal cruise. Glide through the city’s iconic waterways and admire 20 dazzling light artworks as they illuminate the canals. With a heated boat, captivating audio guides in English and Dutch, this is the perfect winter evening experience for visitors and locals alike. Don’t miss the chance to see the festival from the best vantage point – the water.
Do a walking tour with food and (hot) drinks
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Aside from the Light Walk festival route, coupled with a special audio guide, this year, little ones can enjoy the Kids Walk, filled with scavenger hunts and fun facts. Feeling peckish? You’ll be glad to have four different Foodwalks to choose from, featuring exciting culinary experiences at participating restaurants along the way. From street food to oysters, you won’t go hungry!
Enjoy Amsterdam Light Festival with a group
Invite your whole family or plan a group event on a private boat tour to celebrate the end of the year (or the start of a new one) with colleagues. The dazzling lights and the cosy atmosphere of the cruise provide the perfect backdrop to any event, especially when paired with a delicious meal, tasty appetisers and a good glass of wine.
