Amsterdam Winter Festival Card
Light Festival cruise, ice skating on Museumplein and public transport in one ticket. Plus a code for 10% off your next five bookings, including Winter Paradise and the Ice Bar.
3 tickets in 1From €53.50+ 10% off 5 more bookings
Check dates & pricesSee what you saveThree winter highlights, one ticket
The Winter Festival Card brings together what most visitors want to do in Amsterdam in winter: see the Light Festival from the water, skate in front of the Rijksmuseum and get around by tram when it is cold or wet. You pick your own date for each part, any day from 25 November 2026 to 17 January 2027.
Compared with buying separate tickets you save 4%, or €2.25 per person. On top of that you get a personal code for 10% off five more bookings, such as Winter Paradise, the Ice Bar or a museum.
Winter Festival Card
- Light Festival canal cruise
- Museumplein Ice Rink, skates included
- GVB tram, bus & metro, 1–4 days
- 10% off your next 5 bookings
From
€53.50 per person
Save €2.25 per person vs separate tickets
Valid from 25 November 2026 to 17 January 2027. Pick your own date for each part.
What’s included
Canal cruise · evening1Light Festival canal cruise
See the artworks of the 15th Amsterdam Light Festival from the water on a heated saloon boat with a live guide in English. You can add snacks and unlimited drinks on board.
- Departs: Oosterdokskade 8, 5 min from Amsterdam Centraal
- Duration: about 75 minutes
- Festival: 26 Nov 2026 – 17 Jan 2027
- Evenings: several departures every evening
Outdoor · Museumplein2Museumplein Ice Rink
Skate in front of the Rijksmuseum, with skate rental included. From 3 to 27 December the Christmas market is right next to the rink.
- Open: daily until 16 Jan 2027
- Mon–Thu: 12:00–21:00
- Fri–Sat: 10:00–22:00
- Sun: 10:00–21:00
Tram · bus · metro3GVB public transport
Unlimited travel on all GVB trams, buses and metros in Amsterdam, day and night. Ideal for cold and wet winter days. One day is included; add up to three more.
- Included: 1 day (24 hours)
- Extra days: add up to 3 when booking
- Starts: at your first check-in
- Not valid: trains, airport trains
10% off · 5 bookings410% discount code
After booking you receive a personal code by email: 10% off your next five Tiqets bookings in Amsterdam, including Winter Paradise and the Ice Bar.
- Valid: one month
- Bookings: up to 5
- Where: Tiqets, Amsterdam
- Sent: by email
What you save
Compared with booking the three parts separately, at their standard prices:
| Part | Separately |
|---|---|
| Light Festival saloon cruise | €29.75 |
| Museumplein Ice Rink incl. skates | €16.00 |
| GVB day ticket | €10.00 |
| Total separately | €55.75 |
| Winter Festival Card | €53.50 |
| You save | €2.25 (4%) |
Standard prices checked on 10 November 2026: Light Festival saloon cruise and Museumplein Ice Rink on Tiqets, GVB fares 2026. The 10% discount code comes on top.
Your discount for Winter Paradise, the Ice Bar and more
After booking the card you receive a personal discount code by email. Use it for 10% off your next five bookings in Amsterdam on Tiqets, within one month.
- Winter Paradise in the RAI, 17 Dec – 2 Jan
- The Ice Bar, an icy bar in the city centre
- Museums and attractions such as ARTIS and A’DAM Lookout
How it works
- Book the cardChoose the number of days of public transport and, if you like, the drinks upgrade.
- Pick your datesChoose a date and time for the cruise and the ice rink, any day from 25 November 2026 to 17 January 2027.
- Get your ticketsYour mobile tickets and personal discount code arrive by email. Show them on your phone.
Plan your days with the card
One winter day
- Afternoon: skate on Museumplein, and in December visit the Christmas market next to the rink.
- Early evening: tram 2 to Amsterdam Centraal.
- Evening: the Light Festival cruise, then dinner in the city centre.
A long weekend
- Day 1: skating and the Light Festival cruise.
- Day 2: a museum with your 10% code, and the Ice Bar in the evening.
- Day 3: a day out at Winter Paradise, with 10% off your tickets.
Is the card right for you?
A good choice if
- you want to do the cruise and go skating
- you will use the tram or metro during your stay
- you plan more bookings, such as Winter Paradise
Book separately if
- you only want the cruise: see the Light Festival cruises
- you only want to skate: compare the ice rinks
- you need the train from Schiphol: see public transport
Frequently asked questions
What is the Amsterdam Winter Festival Card?
A winter ticket that combines a Light Festival canal saloon cruise near Amsterdam Centraal, an entry ticket for the Museumplein Ice Rink including skate rental and a GVB public transport ticket for 1 to 4 days. After booking you also receive a personal code for 10% off your next five bookings in Amsterdam on Tiqets.
How much does the Winter Festival Card cost?
From €53.50 per person with a 1-day GVB ticket. With 2 days of public transport it costs €7.50 more, with 3 days €14 more and with 4 days €21.50 more. Unlimited drinks on the cruise is an optional upgrade.
Is the Winter Festival Card worth it?
If you plan to do the Light Festival cruise and go skating anyway, yes. Bought separately, the saloon cruise (€29.75), the ice rink with skates (€16) and a GVB day ticket (€10) cost €55.75, so you save €2.25 per person, or 4%. The 10% discount code on top makes the card more valuable the more you book, for example Winter Paradise or the Ice Bar.
How long is the Winter Festival Card valid?
From 25 November 2026 from 25 November 2026 to 17 January 2027, the last day of the Amsterdam Light Festival. You choose your own date for each part, within the opening hours of the cruise, the ice rink and public transport. The Museumplein Ice Rink closes after 16 January 2027.
Can I use the 10% discount for Winter Paradise?
Yes. The personal code gives 10% off Tiqets bookings in Amsterdam, including Winter Paradise in the RAI (17 December 2026 – 2 January 2027) and the Ice Bar. You can use the code for up to five bookings within one month.
Where does the Light Festival cruise depart?
From Oosterdokskade 8, a five-minute walk from Amsterdam Centraal. You choose a time slot in the evening and the cruise takes about 75 minutes, with a live guide in English. Arrive 15 minutes before your time slot.
Where is the GVB ticket valid?
On all GVB trams, buses and metros in Amsterdam, day and night, starting from your first check-in. It is not valid on trains, including the train to Schiphol Airport.
Do I need to book a time slot?
Yes, for the cruise and the ice rink you choose a date and time when you book. Weekends, Friday evenings and the Christmas holidays sell out first, so book early if your dates are fixed.
Can I get my money back if my plans change?
The cancellation conditions are shown in the booking screen before you pay. Check them there, as they can differ per part of the card.
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