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Tours to Keukenhof from Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam and Delft

When you want to go to Keukenhof Gardens you will have to choose a way to travel to the flower park . It’s only 40 kilometers (about 24 miles) from the canals in Amsterdam but the transportation options can be difficult to understand. You can take a Keukenhof Shuttle Bus or book a day trip that combines Keukenhof with a visit to a tulip farm or another Dutch attraction . Below is the list of tours to Keukenhof from Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam and Delft. The number of places on the different tours is limited . Book your tour in advance.

Keukenhof tours from Amsterdam

Keukenhof tours from rotterdam, keukenhof tours from the hague, keukenhof tours from delft, your perfect day trip to the flowers in holland.

There are many providers of day trips to Keukenhof from Amsterdam. All operators use luxury buses to bring you directly to Keukenhof Gardens and mostly there is also a live guide included . A guided tour is also perfect to combine some of the best attractions in Holland in just one day. As the tulip fields bloom in the countryside near Amsterdam, it is a great opportunity to combine your visit with another great Dutch attraction. So you can combine your Keukenhof visit with visiting a tulip farm , the windmill village Zaanse Schans or the unique Madurodam .

Several luxury coaches depart from Amsterdam for Keukenhof and the tulip fields. The departure location of the tour buses is always near Amsterdam Central Station . Below is an overview of the different tours available during the tulip season in 2025:

Dutch Flower Parade 2025 tours from Amsterdam

Visit the world-famous Dutch flower parade with the unique Flower Parade tours from Amsterdam .

• 11 April | Illuminated Flower Parade on friday night + Keukenhof visit
• 12 April | Grand Flower parade with grandstand seating on saturday + Keukenhof visit
• 13 April | Exhibition of the floats on sunday in Haarlem + Keukenhof visit

More about the Flower Parade tickets & tours

In 2025, tours from Rotterdam to Keukenhof will most likely resume. We expect more information about these tours from Rotterdam in early November 2024. Check out the options to travel to Keukenhof and the tulip fields from Rotterdam here .

In 2025, tours from The Hague to Keukenhof will most likely resume. We expect more information on these tours from The Hague in early November 2024. Check out the options to travel from The Hague to Keukenhof and the tulip fields here.

In 2025, tours from Delft to Keukenhof will most likely resume. We expect more information on these tours from Delft in early November 2024.

Populair links

Are you planning to visit the best (flower) activities in Holland? Make sure to check out our most populair articles:

• Everything you want to know about  Keukenhof Gardens
• Check out our information about the  Flower Parades in Holland
• Visit the  Flower Fields in Holland  with our tips
• Stay informed about the growing of the flower in Holland with our  Flower Reports
• Want to experience the real thing? Visit the best  Flower Farms in Holland
• Our tips for  the most populair tours from Amsterdam  during your stay in Holland
• Get the most out of your visit with our  tips for visiting Amsterdam
• The  Countryside of Holland : all about Dutch cheese, clogs and windmills
• Is there something special in Holland? Check it out in our  events calendar

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Tulip Festival Amsterdam is all about the flower events in Holland . Read our tips for visiting  Keukenhof Gardens , Flower Parade , Flower Farms ,  Amsterdam  and our Flower reports about the growth of the flower fields.

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The Best of Keukenhof – Full Day Guided Tour

Full day (7+ hours)

Adventure Calls, Culture Vultures, Family Friendly, First Timers, Uniquely Dutch

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Return time (approx), the best of keukenhof – full day guided tour invites you into the most wonderful bulb and flower region in the netherlands. visit the amazing keukenhof gardens and enjoy a scenic 1,5hr spring cruise. then, take a glimpse behind the scenes of a bulb farm and visit an authentic windmill. explore the best of keukenhof and its surroundings during this fascinating 8,5hr guided tour.

Enjoy a full day experience by bus, boat and foot. The Best of Keukenhof – Full Day Guided Tour takes you to Keukenhof Gardens and its surroundings. An area, known for the largest number of flowers grown for world export and a region where many windmills are still in operation.

Explore the extensive gardens of Keukenhof with your knowledgeable guide

Your tour by bus departs from Amsterdam, where your first stop is at Keukenhof Gardens. Enjoy skip-the-line privileges and explore this wonderful park, while admiring the colourful sea of spring flowers, including 800 varieties of tulips, as well as hyacinths, orchids, daffodils and crocuses; a feast for your senses! Your knowledgeable private guide takes you on an informative guided tour. Feel inspired by the various styles of gardens, flower shows and unique art.

Just picture never-ending fields of colourful flowers

Your next stop is at a family-owned Bulb farm. Here you will have a ‘meet & greet’ with the family. Go behind the scenes to witness the intensive operation of a bulb farm. After, enjoy the amazing opportunity of walking through the bulb fields. A great photo opportunity, as this is the only spot where it is allowed to walk through the bulb fields!

The Spring Cruise offers vast views of the Kaag lakes and the typical Dutch landscape

The Best of Keukenhof – Full Day Guided Tour continues to another unique location. Hop onboard for a 1,5hr scenic boat ride through the Kaag Lakes, an area of outstanding natural beauty that has not yet been discovered by many tourists. This region is home to the largest number of working windmills in Holland. Take in the picturesque views, as you sail past the windmills, many of which have helped to control the water levels. Then, explore the inside of an authentic Dutch windmill and meet the Miller, who will share his stories about Dutch hydraulic engineering.

The Best of Keukenhof – Full Day Guided Tour is a memorable day out during Holland’s most colourful season!

Note: If you are staying in Amsterdam or nearby and would like to visit Keukenhof at your own leisure, you can also book a transfer by bus from Amsterdam to Keukenhof. This tour includes skip-the-line ticket to Keukenhof Gardens. Click here for more information.

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• Enjoy a scenic 1,5hr Spring Cruise
• Take a glimpse behind the scenes of a bulb farm
• Take a stroll through the bulbfields, a great photo opportunity
• Visit an authentic windmill and meet the Miller
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• 1,5hr Spring Cruise along the the Kaag Lakes
• Visit authentic windmill
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Visiting Keukenhof as a day trip from Amsterdam? No problem! This guide will show you step by step how to go from Amsterdam to Keukenhof stress-free.

If you’re one of the approximate 1.4 million visitors who plan to frolic to the Keukenhof Gardens this year, then let me peer into my crystal ball and guess that you’re probably going to visit Keukenhof from Amsterdam?

Did I nail it or did I nail it?

Well my friend, if that’s the case, then you’ve come to the right rambly blog post.

Having visited Keukenhof myself twice now, I realized that a day trip here from Amsterdam isn’t as straightforward as you might assume, with plenty of dizzying options and possibilities to keep you on your toes.

So, to help you out, here’s my Amsterdam to Keukenhof day trip guide, featuring everything you need to know about the trip, from how to get there, how to snag the best deal on Keukenhof tickets , and of course, practical tips for making the most out of your day!

Keukenhof is definitely one of the most amazing European Spring destinations, so I hope this guide will help you make the most of your trip.

Save this Amsterdam to Keukenhof guide for later!

You’ll be very glad you did.

First: Why Visit Keukenhof from Amsterdam?

There’s a reason the Amsterdam to Keukenhof day trip is so popular – these gardens are known as some of the most stunning in the world, and you can easily reach them from Amsterdam in about an hour, making a day trip there one of the most popular things to do in Amsterdam during Spring time.

Imagine going from the crooked gingerbread canal houses of Amsterdam, all the way to the sprawling 7 million+ flowers of Keukenhof in less time than it takes a pizza to deliver!

All these factors combined make Keukenhof a logical day trip to do from Amsterdam… if you don’t mind crowds that is 😉

Basic Info You Must Know for Keukenhof 2024

Before you plan your Keukenhof day trip from Amsterdam, here are some important must knows…

Keukenhof 2024 Dates

Part of what makes Keukenhof such an enticing day trip is simply its exclusivity – it’s only open for 8 short weeks every year!

In 2024 the Keukenhof Gardens are scheduled to open from March 21 – May 12.

Keukenhof Opening Hours

Keukenhof is open daily from 8am – 7:30pm, including during Easter, Kingsday and Liberation Day.

NOTE: The last time slot available is from 6pm – 7pm.

Keukenhof 2024 Tickets

To make the most of your Keukenhof experience, I highly advise you get your tickets in advance – in fact, since 2022 this is the much cheaper way as in-person tickets cost 3.50 euro more.

There are a lot of different kinds of offers you can take advantage of to secure the best deal and it’s a bit confusing so if you need help deciding what’s best for you, I recommend you check out my full Keukenhof tickets guide here.

Otherwise, here’s a quick summary of the different ticket types and where to get them:

Combitickets:  Combitickets bundle your transport TO/FROM Keukenhof and your entry ticket to the gardens, which = savings! Which one you get depends on where you’re coming from. I’ll explain these more in detail later.

All-inclusive tours:  Many tour operators offer day tours that include your Keukenhof ticket. Sometimes, these tours can even be cheaper than attempting to do the entire trip independently!  For example, here’s one for 34 euros, which is even less than the official Combiticket from Amsterdam on the Keukenhof website. The downside? Less freedom (and suffocating alongside a bus full of your fellow tourists).

Attraction bundles:  Lastly, attraction bundles allow you to purchase tickets for Keukenhof and other main Holland attractions at the same time for a discounted rate. For example, you could book the following:

Keukenhof & Zaanse Schans Combo Day Tour:  If you’re looking for a packed day full of Dutchy goodness, this combo tour brings you to Keukenhof and the windmill village of Zaanse Schans for just under 70 euros. Click here to check reviews and availability.

Keukenhof + Sightseeing Windmill Cruise: If you’d like to bundle your visit to Keukenhof with a little scenic cruise to see windmills, this bundle is less than 60 euros. Click here to check reviews and availability.

Volendam/Marken, Zaanse Schans & Keukenhof: For just under 100 euros, you can enjoy this full day whirlwind tour of Holland, with a visit to Keukenhof, a tour of Zaanse Schans Windmill village, tours of the fishing villages of Volendam and Marken, and a cheese factory visit. This is definitely a jam-packed bundle, but good value for money if you have a short amount of time in Holland! Click here to check reviews and availability.

Keukenhof 2024 Theme

Historically, Keukenhof has had a different theme every year that is represented throughout its various beautiful displays! That said, 2023 didn’t seem to have a clear theme and they haven’t announced a theme for 2024 so it’s possible they may no longer be doing them.

Here are some photos from 2019’s theme, Flower Power, complete with peace signs, pop culture nods and all sorts of wonderful 70s goodness:

How to Get from Amsterdam to Keukenhof Gardens

As I mentioned in the intro, there are a lot of different options for getting to Keukenhof from Amsterdam.

Which option is best depends on what you value, whether that’s convenience, price, or flexibility. Here’s a rundown of each option for you:

OPTION A (Most Convenient!): Book an Amsterdam to Keukenhof Gardens Tour

Cost:  Starts at 33 euros per person

If you’re worried about finding a tour that gets you from Amsterdam to Keukenhof, you can breathe. There are genuinely dozens of tour companies that provide this package, so you have tons of options.

The best part? Tours are both convenient, AND quite cheap, so if you want to visit Keukenhof without stressing about lugging your own butt around public transport, then this is a great choice.

 This option will get you from central Amsterdam to Keukenhof directly in less than an hour. 

Is it worth it to pay for an Amsterdam to Keukenhof tour rather than just do it yourself? I think the answer is yes. Honestly, sometimes it’s even cheaper than paying for an official combi-ticket, so I would definitely look into it and compare prices at the very least.

OPTION B: Get from Amsterdam Schipol Airport to Keukenhof Gardens with public transportation

Cost: 31.50 euros (when purchased online ) for a Keukenhof Express + Keukenhof entry Combi-ticket 

The journey from Schipol Airport to Keukenhof is an easy one – there’s the direct Keukenhof Express bus which gets you to Keukenhof’s main entrance in around 30 minutes, depending on traffic.

STEP ONE: Buy a timed ticket online.

STEP TWO: Take the Keukenhof Express (Bus 858) at your pre-booked time from Schipol Airport’s bus station, which is located in front of the airport.

STEP THREE: Rejoice! You’ve made it to Keukenhof.

OPTION C (Most Flexible!): Drive to Keukenhof from Amsterdam

Cost:  Parking is available for 6 euros

Last but not least, if you want to get to Keukenhof for your day trip before everyone else, then driving is probably your best bet to avoid crowds.

And don’t worry about getting lost – Keukenhof is ideally situated between Amsterdam and the Hague, so you can easily get to it using Google Maps. There’s also plenty of parking at Keukenhof available for 8 euros per vehicle.

How to Get from Amsterdam Schipol Airport to Keukenhof

Another option if you’re getting from Amsterdam to Keukenhof is going straight from the airport. If this is the case, you can actually take a direct bus straight from the airport to Keukenhof.

Cost:  25 euros (when purchased  online ) for a Keukenhof Express + Keukenhof entry Combi-ticket 

The journey from Schipol Airport to Keukenhof is an easy one – there’s the direct Keukenhof Express bus (858) which gets you to Keukenhof’s main entrance in around 30 minutes, depending on traffic. If you’re going directly from Schipol to Keukenhof, you should probably get a 25 euro Combi-ticket which covers your roundtrip busfare and your skip-the-line entry to Keukenhof.

Things to do at Keukenhof During Your Day Trip

While Keukenhof is huge, doing it as a day trip will give you more than enough time to fully appreciate the gardens in all their glory.

Here are a few of the things that you need to make sure you don’t miss during your Amsterdam to Keukenhof trip!

1. Go pavilion hopping

One of the highlights of visiting Keukenhof is exploring the many covered pavilions they have scattered around the park.

Be sure to grab yourself a park map at the start of your visit to ensure you don’t miss any!

These pavilions often have their own themes/specialties, with some even running shows throughout the day.

You can read my full Keukenhof guide here for a more detailed breakdown of pavilions and what they have to offer.

2. Marvel at the many outdoor gardens

Of course, the main reason you’ll have done this Keukenhof day trip is to see all the lovely outdoor gardens!

Besides the manicured displays, they also have a few inspiration gardens set up (with more realistic gardening ideas for your own home), so don’t miss those!

3. Take advantage of all the hilarious Keukenhof photo opps

One of the most wonderful things about visiting Keukenhof (in my opinion) is that everybody there is shamelessly taking a million photos per second, so nobody is there to judge if you want to indulge your inner tourist and go wildly snap-happy as well.

Keukenhof makes this easy with a variety of ‘made for Instagram’ photo opportunities that can be found all throughout the park.

My personal favourite for 2019 was a giant flowery wedding dress that you could pretend to wear!

6 Final Tips for Your Amsterdam to Keukenhof Day Trip

Alright, before I send you off on your merry way, here are some final tips to help ensure that your trip is as magical as you’ve always dreamed.

1. Make sure to buy your Keukenhof tickets in advance

I realize I’m starting to sound like a broken record, but remember: Keukenhof gets busy!

If you’ve made it through all 2000 words of this blog post and still think you should walk up and get a ticket on the spot, then let me quickly shake you like a maraca and point you towards the many online tickets you can get right now in advance.

Click here to get your instantly downloadable skip-the-line tickets

I got my ticket online the night before on  GetYourGuide  and used my mobile voucher to walk straight in. This allowed me to smugly bypass a lot of other people while walking in, and not only did it save me time, it gave me a nice little ego boost too.

2. Make sure you arrive for your designated time slot

My old advice used to be to get to Keukenhof early! During my visit, by the time noon came along, the crowds were so intense that I wanted to just hide in a corner and cry.

BUT, times have changed and now Keukenhof requires timed tickets. Based on the website FAQ, it seems they are very strict on arriving within the designated time slot, so make sure you get there when your ticket says to.

3. Avoid weekends, holidays and special events when visiting Keukenhof

For the sake of your sanity, I implore you to also avoid weekends, holidays and special events as much as possible when planning your Keukenhof day trip.

Not only will these be the busiest times to visit and the park itself will be swarming with humans and selfie sticks, your commute will also include the bonus of thousands of new friends.

Unless you enjoy being stuck on a train with a stranger breathing into your ear, then avoid these dates at all cost!

NOTE: With the new timed ticket system, crowds are a bit better than before since there’s a visitor cap in place, but I still recommend booking for off peak times to increase your chances of fewer crowds.

4. Decide if you want to visit the gardens, the tulip fields or both

One of the most common mistakes that visitors make is they assume Keukenhof consists of those sprawling colourful tulip fields you see photos of, when this couldn’t be farther from the case.

Keukenhof itself is simply manicured gardens/pavilions, and while it may be located near those fields, the way you visit them is completely different.

So, to help plan your trip, decide first whether it’s the fields you want to see, the gardens you want to see, or both… then plan accordingly. My guide to visiting free tulip fields in the Netherlands can help with that.

5. Have a plan for all the places you want to see

Keukenhof is huge, and honestly, as a first-timer, I found it really overwhelming!

I had no idea that the park had so many different pavilions, and while I stared at my map for approximately 10 million years, I still ended up missing a few things.

This is why I’d recommend getting acquainted with the park before you visit.

You can check out my full Keukenhof guide here for a virtual walkthrough of the different spaces, along with a rundown of the best photo opps in the park.

6. Bring some snacks and water

Last but not least, doing Keukenhof as a day trip is already expensive as it is, so to keep costs down, I would recommend smuggling your own snacks and water into the park.

I say smuggle, but it’s totally allowed and encouraged, so go ahead and bring that tub of Nutella 😉

While there are a variety of concession stands scattered around Keukenhof, as you might expect, prices aren’t exactly affordable.

When a burger, fries and beer costs you 17.50 euros, I’d say chucking a sandwich into your bag is a nice idea.

Any more questions about doing the day trip from Amsterdam to Keukenhof?

I hope you enjoyed this detailed Keukenhof day trip guide! Let me know in the comments below if you have any more questions! Have an awesome trip.

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The Ultimate Guide To Keukenhof Gardens for Tulip Season

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Written by Brittney Liu

If you’ve ever considered visiting the Netherlands, you know that the best time to visit is during the tulip season, which occurs from mid-March to mid-May. During this time, Amsterdam tulip fields are in full bloom and majestic. The Keukenhof Gardens is one of the best places to see these lovely spring flowers.

Keukenhof Gardens is located in the town of Lisse, approximately thirty minutes from the center of Amsterdam . It is one of the world’s largest flower gardens, with over 7 million flower bulbs planted yearly. The vibrant European garden opened to the public in 1950 and quickly became an international sensation.

The world-famous garden welcomes over a million visitors annually to its amazing and colorful tulip festival. Any visitors planning to head to Amsterdam in the springtime should definitely add this place to their list of must-sees!

Since the Keukenhof tulip gardens are not in a huge city, some preparation goes into visiting. We’ve prepared this ultimate guide so that you are equipped with everything you need to know about the gardens, where to stay , how to get there, and everything in between!

About Keukenhof Gardens

Keukenhof (“Kitchen Garden” in English) is the most famous tulip garden in the Netherlands and one of the world’s largest flower gardens. It’s located in South Holland , and the entire Keukenhof Park spans 32 hectares filled with winding paths, beautiful flower fields, and indoor flower shows.

Keukenhof is renowned for its stunning displays of tulips and other spring flowers. As an international showcase for the Dutch floricultural sector, it highlights the country’s expertise in flower bulbs and garden design, attracting millions of visitors annually.

The park is divided into several gardens, indoor exhibits, and multiple other features. In addition to the wonderful blooms, visitors can enjoy a playground , photo spots, boat rides, and food trucks. At the main entrance, you can buy fresh flowers and souvenirs to take back home.

Admire the seemingly endless tulip fields with trails of pink, yellow, white, orange, and ombre flower bulbs as you wander through the fields. Other spring flowers at Keukenhof include daffodils, hyacinths, and crocuses.

Each spring, the Things to Do in Amsterdam from a Local always involve tulips, and there’s no better place in the world to do it than Keukenhof.

Key Visitor Information

• Best Time to Visit: Flowering at Keukenhof parallels that in nature. Crocuses, daffodils, hyacinths, and tulips bloom early in the season, and larger tulips and other flowers bloom later in the season.
• Quiet Times: It is less busy before 10:30 AM and after 4:00 PM. Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday are generally less crowded compared to other days of the week.
• Photography Tips: The morning and evening light provides excellent opportunities for taking beautiful photographs.
• General Experience: Keukenhof’s pavilions feature captivating flower shows from the first to the last day of the season.
• Website: For more information, visit the official Keukenhof website .

To visit Keukenhof Gardens , you will need to purchase an entrance ticket. Keukenhof tickets are slightly cheaper when booking online versus at the on-site ticket office, so keep that in mind. Children 3 and younger are free, while groups with more than 20 people can get a reduced-rate group ticket.

If you plan to spend a while in the Amsterdam area , you can purchase a Keukenhof annual pass, which is valid all season and includes parking.

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Flower Fields and Gardens

To the right of the main entrance is the main flower field, where you can see the tulips grown to be harvested and sold. The sea of flowers at the tulip farm seems to go on forever. There are a few observation decks where you can get a closer look. They also make for awesome photo spots to get the lovely tulip fields in the background.

The surprising inspirational gardens were my favorite part of visiting Keukenhof. Each garden has a specific theme; there’s something new every year. Themes include a romance garden, tropical garden, tea garden, and more. Each themed garden offers a ton of photo opportunities.

Some gardens don’t only focus on tulips. For example, the Japanese country garden includes four rotating pavilions of flowers. There is also a traditional English landscape garden with long, winding paths.

Flower Exhibits

Five main indoor flower show exhibit areas are located at each park corner. Each exhibition features a different theme and is created by flower artists from all over the Netherlands. Since spring is chilly in the Netherlands, the indoor flower shows are also a great place to get some warmth.

The Orange Nassau Pavillion is known for having some of the most intricate and amazing flower shows. Flower shows last only a certain amount of time, some less than a week, before being changed to a different show. It’s when art meets flowers, and many flowers, such as roses, anthuriums, and orchids, are displayed.

Windmill & Boat Ride

Two other fun parts of visiting Keukenhof were the windmill and boat ride. They are right next to each other, so you can buy a ticket for the next boat trip and trek up the stairs of the old windmill while you wait. The boat trip is an extra fee and is not included in the price of the entrance ticket.

The windmill features a winding staircase that you can take to the top. Once you’re at the top, you’re rewarded with 360° unobstructed views of the park and the flower fields. It’s certainly worth the trek up and down the creaking wooden stairs.

In my opinion, the boat ride is an absolute must. It takes about 45 minutes, and each boat can accommodate around 20 people. Everyone is given an audio guide to learn about the gardens in their language.

While you hear about the history of Keukenhof Gardens, you take a peaceful ride around the tulip fields. It was super enjoyable, even for my friend’s toddler.

How to Get to Keukenhof Gardens

Keukenhof Gardens is accessible by car, bus, and bike. The best way to travel to Keukenhof from Amsterdam is by taking the Keukenhof bus. These buses run regularly from several locations, including Amsterdam, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Haarlem, and Leiden, providing convenient access to the gardens.

If you plan to visit more than just Amsterdam, you’ll probably want to rent a car in the Netherlands. The Keukenhof Express bus goes directly from all major cities and places nearby, including Amsterdam, Schipol Airport, Haarlem, and Leiden .

Combination bus and entrance tickets are available to purchase online . For an even more eco-friendly option, you can arrive at Keukenhof by bike. Bike racks are available near the park’s main entrance.

See Related: Best Tours in Amsterdam

Where to Stay Near Keukenhof Gardens

Where you stay should be based on your plan for this trip. If the main purpose of your trip is to visit Holland and explore its majestic tulip fields, you might want to stay in the Dutch cities of Lisse or Haarlem.

If this is your first time in the Netherlands or you want to explore more of the city, stay in Amsterdam . Keukenhof Gardens is just a short drive or bus ride from the city, so you’ll still have lots of time to explore.

Since Keukenhof Gardens is just a thirty-minute drive from Amsterdam, I’d say it’s the best place to stay. Amsterdam has so many things to see , do, and experience, but a visit to Keukenhof makes for an amazing day trip and a great addition to any Amsterdam vacation.

Since this is the largest city near the tulip gardens, it offers the most accommodation options. You can find accommodations for any budget and any group size.

• Amsterdam Budget Hotel : Moxy Amsterdam Houthavens
• Amsterdam Mid-Range Hotel: INNSiDE by Meliá Amsterdam
• Amsterdam Luxury Hotel : Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam

If your trip is focused on visiting Keukenhof and other tulip gardens throughout Holland, it’s worth staying in the town of Lisse. Lisse is in the heart of Holland’s flower bulb region and home to Keukenhof Gardens.

Lisse is a stunning little town filled with spring flower fields. It’s a great little place to explore by bike to really take in the wonderful spring colors.

• Lisse Budget Hotel : Hotel Restaurant de Engel
• Lisse Mid-Range Hotel : Hotel de Duif Lisse
• Lisse Luxury Hotel : Boutique Suites Lisse

Haarlem is an awesome city and the capital of North Holland. It’s located just north of Holland’s flower bulb region, so it’s great for city life and visiting Keukenhof tulip fields.

If you’ve seen and experienced all that Amsterdam has to offer, Haarlem is a wonderful place to stay instead. The lively city is home to amazing museums, cozy cafes, and beautiful cathedrals.

• Haarlem Budget Hotel : ibis Styles Haarlem City
• Haarlem Mid-Range Hotel : Van der Valk Hotel Haarlem
• Haarlem Luxury Hotel : Brasss Hotel Suites

Read Also: How to Plan a Girls Trip to Amsterdam

Keukenhof Gardens Tours

While Keukenhof offers guided tours with a park guide, it’s geared toward larger groups of 20-25 people and comes with a hefty price tag, especially if your group is small. Tour groups are the way to go if you want to explore Keukenhof most conveniently.

Many tours are offered to Keukenhof, which range from Keukenhof only to a whole Holland extravaganza. Tour operators can give you a lot of insight into the region. Here are just a few great options:

• Keukenhof Gardens and Tulip Experience – This tour includes a 3.5-hour guided tour of the Keukenhof Gardens and admission into the Tulip Experience Amsterdam. At the Tulip Experience, you can learn all about the history of tulips in Holland, as well as the breeding and growing process of the iconic flower. There is also an optional canal cruise offered for an additional fee.
• Keukenhof & Windmill Village Guided Tour —This full-day trip includes a stop at Keukenhof and a tour of the historic Zaanse Schans windmill village. Other fun highlights include a clog-making demonstration, a cheese-making demonstration, and a cheese tasting.
• Holland Spectacle – This tour takes you to Keukenhof and the beautiful canal village of Giethoorn. Giethoorn is one of the most beautiful European towns I’ve ever seen, and I highly recommend visiting. This tour includes a canal boat ride through Giethoorn and a three-hour tour of the Keukenhof Gardens.

Other Tulip Gardens in The Netherlands

Blooming tulip fields can be found all around North and South Holland. On the road, you’ll pass by many private tulip fields that may not be open to visitors. Don’t worry, though! Below are some amazing places to visit and things to experience to ensure you’ll get your fix of tulips while in the Netherlands.

Annual Flower Parade

While this isn’t a tulip garden, it’s a fun way to celebrate Dutch tulips and the spring season. The flower parade follows a 26-mile route through Bollenstreek (the flower bulb region) from Noordwijk to Haarlem with a pass by Keukenhof. Ensure to arrive early, as the road is closed at 11:00 am.

Keukenhof Castle

The Keukenhof Gardens are located on the estate of Keukenhof Castle, which is also a main attraction. Unlike the Keukenhof Gardens, the Keukenhof Castle is open year-round and is free to visit.

It also has its gardens, which date back to the 1850s and are free to visit. Other attractions at the Keukenhof Castle include a petting zoo, a sculpture garden , and a restaurant.

De Tulperij

De Tulperij is located in the small village of Voorhout, just a few minutes from Keukenhof Gardens. This family-run tulip farm has some of the most beautiful flower fields.

The farm is open daily during the tulip season. The husband and wife duo offer guided tours of their tulip fields for an affordable price. After your tour, you can enjoy coffee or tea (and a stroopwafel) in the beautiful flower greenhouse.

Hanneke’s Pluktuin

Located in Flevoland, Hanneke’s Pluktuin is a free flower field where you can pick your own flowers. They grow various flowers, including sunflowers , dahlias, marigolds, and baby’s breath. The pick-your-own tulip field opens in mid-April. The farm also has a beautiful greenhouse to relax and enjoy tea.

Tulip Island

Tulip Island is a man-made island located in Zeewolde. The flower-shaped island is quite a sight to see, especially in the spring! During tulip season, the island is covered with over 120,000 bulbs. Think of it as the Netherlands’ version of Dubai’s palm tree-shaped island.

What flower is Keukenhof in the Netherlands best known for?

Over one million people visit Keukenhof annually to admire the amazing tulip fields and gardens. Annually, over 7 million flower bulbs are planted in the tulip fields.

What is the best time to visit Keukenhof Gardens?

While you can’t predict the exact time the tulips bloom each year, there are early tulips that bloom at the start of the season, along with other flowers like daffodils, hyacinths, and crocuses. Larger tulips tend to bloom toward the end of spring.

Where are the best places to see tulips in Amsterdam?

Unfortunately, large tulip gardens are not found in Amsterdam. Keukenhof is the best place to see amazing tulip gardens near Amsterdam. It is easily accessible from Amsterdam by bus, car, or guided tour.

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For nearly 60 years, Keukenhof Gardens (translating to “kitchen garden”) has been a playground-meets-showplace for Dutch florists. Over 70 brightly-hued acres burst with seven million flowers in bloom, from daffodils to hyacinths to the country’s most famous export: The tulip. Spend some time getting to know the charming city of Amsterdam before escaping to the peaceful, perfumed gardens.

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Keukenhof Gardens – Tulip and Flower Park in Holland (2025 Guide)

Keukenhof is the world famous tulip and flower garden park – one of the most popular tourist attractions in The Netherlands, normally attracting 1.5 million visitors during springtime.

Keukenhof is the one of the largest flower gardens in the world, set in 32 hectares. The Netherlands is well-known as a leading tulip and flower producer and the gardens help showcase this reputation.

The site originates back to the 15th century, home of the Slot Teylingen (Teylingen Castle) where fruit, herbs and vegetables were grown at the Keukenduin (kitchen dunes) by Countess Jacoba van Beieren (1401-1436). The name Keukenhof literally means kitchen gardens.

The Keukenhof Castle was built in 1641 and the estate covered an impressive 200 hectares.

In 1857 the castle gardens were completely redesigned in English style by landscape architect Jan David Zocher and son Louis Paul Zocher, who also designed Vondelpark in Amsterdam.

In 1949 a group of 20 Dutch flower bulb growers came together with a plan to use the estate to exhibit spring-flowering bulbs. Subsequently, Keukenhof opened its doors for the first time in 1950 and received 236,000 visitors in its first year.

Where is Keukenhof?

The gardens are located in the small town of Lisse about 26km south-west of Amsterdam . This is in the Bollenstreek (flower bulb-growing) area of the country in the South-Holland province .

The following map shows the location of the Keukenhof Gardens with respect to Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport, Haarlem and Leiden.

Visiting the Keukenhof Gardens

The Keukenhof Gardens are beautifully landscaped and contain some 7 million flowers – all hand planted by 40 gardeners the previous October-December. Each year brings a new design layout to the park.

There are an amazing 800 varieties of tulips including some from the 16th and 17th century – when Holland went through its ‘tulip mania’ where prices for tulip bulbs reached incredible levels.

The garden also has 2,500 trees with over 100 different species. There are over 100 varieties of cherry blossoms as well.

If you are in Amsterdam or visiting the Netherlands during the spring then you really should consider making a day excursion out to the Keukenhof Gardens park.

When is Keukenhof Open in 2025?

Note, it is a springtime flower park and is only open for 2 months. The 76th edition is running from 20 March to 11 May 2025.

Keukenhof is very popular with both tourists and locals and it welcomed nearly 1.4 million visitors in 2023. About 80% of visitors do come from abroad with the top visitor countries being Germany, USA, France and UK.

It is therefore essential to book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.

When is the best time to visit Keukenhof?

Many say late April is a great time to visit the gardens. At the beginning of the season you will see early bloomers such as daffodils, hyacinths, crocuses and some tulip varieties. Later in the season the larger tulips come into bloom and the trees are beautifully green.

The park is less busy if visiting before 1030 or after 1600; the least busy days are Monday to Wednesday. If sunny, the light is at its very best in the early morning or just before evening closing time.

Flower Parade (2025)

The annual Bollenstreek Flower Parade (Bloemencorso) running from Noordwijk to Haarlem is expected on Saturday 12 April 2025.

Keukenhof Activities

For a different perspective, there are a number of Keukenhof-themed activities you can do.

You could take a bike tour or a Landrover tour (both 2.5 hours) of the tulip fields in the Keukenhof area.

There is a self-drive tour (includes GPS navigation) in a 2-seater Renault Twizzy on a 20km fixed route around the tulip fields.

For an aerial view of the tulip fields on some limited dates, consider a tulip field helicopter flight .

Park layout and facilities

The park has large indoor exhibition pavilions named after the Dutch royals – Willem-Alexander, Oranje-Nassau, Wilhelmina, Juliana, Beatrix and Irene.

The pavilions normally host colourful floral displays which change on a weekly basis. For example, the Beatrix pavilion is home to orchid and anthurium; the Oranje Nassau pavilion hosts flowers such as roses, chrysanthemums and daffodils.

There are 15km of walking paths around the gardens and you can easily spend the whole day exploring the park, particularly if the weather is pleasant. You can also cycle around the surrounding fields with various cycle routes ranging from 5 to 25km.

There is a traditional 19th century Dutch windmill, lots of water features and an electric boat ride (45 minutes) past the adjacent bulb fields.

The park also contains a collection of around 100 outdoor artwork sculptures in a wide variety of styles.

There is a special park guide book available for purchase for €7. You can pick up a free Keukenhof map near the entrance to guide you around the park which looks like this:

There are café/restaurant facilities at each pavilion with outdoor terrace seating. There are many benches placed throughout the park where you can sit down and take a break. Free WiFi is available.

For children there is a small petting farm (including goats, rabbits and peacocks), a Miffy (Nijntje) playground, maze and treasure hunt activity.

It is possible to purchase flower bulbs which can be shipped worldwide.

For flower and garden lovers the Keukenhof Gardens is an absolutely must-visit experience.

How To Get To Keukenhof (2025)

You have the choice of guided tour, shuttle bus, public transport or car.

TOURS: The are a number of Keukenhof guided tours available.

SHUTTLE BUS: You can also book a round-trip shuttle bus from Amsterdam .

The shuttle buses depart from Amsterdam North which can be reached by free GVB ferry. You need to check-in at the ‘This Is Holland’ attraction to pick up your tickets. The coaches leave every half-hour from just outside.

The benefits of the shuttle service is that you can book a specific time-slot, unlike public transport. And the coaches are probably a bit more comfortable than the public transport buses.

Public Transport

The following map shows the Keukenhof Express bus services run by Arriva which serve the park from various points around the region.

Amsterdam to Keukenhof

During the season, Keukenhof Express bus 852 runs daily from Europaplein bus stop (near RAI Amsterdam in the south of the city) to Keukenhof-Lisse up to 8x hourly. The journey takes about 35 minutes.

To get to Europaplein from Amsterdam Central you can take GVB Metro line 52 to Europaplein station, exit the station and walk across to the Europaplein bus stop on Europaboulevard. You need to buy a separate metro ticket.

Note, on busy days there can be long queue lines waiting for the 852 bus. If you wish to avoid the queues you may want to consider taking the shuttle bus or a guided tour instead.

You need to check-in and -out with your ticket at the card readers on the bus. There is also one at the bus stop at Europaplein.

The Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket is valid on all public transport in the greater Amsterdam region . This includes metro travel to/from Europaplein and the 852 bus trips.

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Keukenhof

Arriva Bus 858 runs daily from Schiphol Airport to Keukenhof up to 6x hourly. The bus leaves from the airport Boulevard, come out of the station hall and walk right. This journey takes about 30 minutes.

The Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket is valid on bus 858, as well as the train to Schiphol Airport from any station in Amsterdam.

Leiden, Haarlem to Keukenhof

Arriva buses run from Leiden station (bus 854) and from Haarlem station (bus 50 and at additionally weekends bus 850 ). There is also bus 90 which runs from Katwijk, Noordwijk or Noordwijkerhout.

Keukenhof by car

Keukenhof is accessible by car from the A4 motorway (exit Nieuw-Vennep) or the A44 motorway (exit 3, Lisse). From there just follow signs to the park. Note, traffic can be heavy in and around Lisse.

There is a large parking facility with capacity for 4,500 cars. Parking costs €8 for the day.

Last update 13 May 2024 (originally published in 2010).

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