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Quick overview

  • Timed admission: Entry is pre-scheduled, so expect standard security checks (~10–30 min).
  • Self-guided exploration: Enjoy full access at your own pace through expansive spring gardens.
  • Parking ease: Pre-booked parking removes the hassle of finding a spot on-site; book entry + parking for added convenience.
  • Efficient visit: Plan to spend roughly 3–5 hours discovering themed gardens and pavilions.
  • Advance planning: Secure your date to avoid busy weekends and ensure availability. Peak bloom, March–May. Book early for weekends or windmill cruises.
  • Additional access: Add Tulip Experience Amsterdam, a windmill cruise, or an Amsterdam canal cruise, depending on the ticket.
  • Flexible cancellation: Check the policy for refund options in case your plans change.
  • Best upgrade: Guided tour or windmill cruise for a full Dutch experience. 

​About Keukenhof

Things to know before booking your Keukenhof tickets

Booking window

  • Keukenhof is open only during its brief spring season from mid-March to mid-May.
  • Tickets are dated and time-slotted, so it's crucial to plan ahead to secure your desired entry time.
  • Peak days, especially weekends, tend to sell out quickly.

What’s included

  • Your admission covers access to the beautifully landscaped gardens, pavilions, windmill viewpoints, and on-site attractions.
  • Combo tickets bundle timed entry to Keukenhof with a parking ticket.
  • For added convenience, add on bus transfers from Amsterdam.
  • Guided commentary can be purchased separately.

Entrances & flow

  • Visitors enter via the main Stationsweg gate.
  • Pre‑booked tickets help bypass the purchase queue; however, expect mandatory security checks and bag screening, which can take 10–30 minutes on busy days.

Ways to explore

  • Keukenhof is best enjoyed on a self‑guided stroll. Plan a route focusing on a few themed gardens and key photo spots to avoid crowds.
  • Opt for a guided day trip to Keukenhof with a 45-minute guided introduction and free time to explore.

Policies & rules

  • Tickets are single‑entry and non‑refundable; re‑entry is not allowed once you exit.
  • Adhere strictly to your 30‑minute entry window and follow on‑site guidelines, including all security procedures.

Upgrades

  • Upgrade tickets to include a full-day tour to Zaanse Schans with transfers. Choose between transfers only or a guided trip.
  • Choose to visit a nearby authentic tulip farm with a windmill cruise in Warmond, or choose to only visit Keukenhof after your windmill cruise.
  • Tulip Experience tickets are available with optional bus transfers from Amsterdam.

Compare your ticket options

Ticket typeEntrance usedSecurityIncludesGuideWhy pick thisCancellation policyPrice from
Keukenhof entry ticket

Main entrance (Stationsweg)

Mandatory

Entry only, optional audio guide or Amsterdam transfers

No

✦ Quick, self-paced visit ✦ Flexible timing

Free cancel up to 4 days

€21

Flexible shuttle from Amsterdam

Main entrance (Stationsweg)

Mandatory

Entry, luxury bus, flexible departures every 30 mins, optional windmill cruise

No

✦ Comfortable transport from Amsterdam ✦ Skip transport stress

Free cancel up to 4 days

€25

Round-trip transfers only

Main entrance (Stationsweg)

Mandatory

Luxury bus transfers, Keukenhof entry not included

No

✦ Logistical ease ✦ Freedom of pace ✦ Travelers with pre-bought tickets

Not cancellable

€25

Keukenhof guided tour with transfers

Main entrance (Stationsweg)

Mandatory

Entry, flexible round-trip AC coach, 45-min guided tour, audio guide

English/Spanish

✦ Guided highlights ✦ Multilingual audio guide ✦ Efficient sightseeing

Free cancel up to 24h

€51.78

Keukenhof + Zaanse Schans day trip

Main entrance (Stationsweg)

Mandatory

Entry, guided Keukenhof & Zaanse Schans visit, flexible round-trip coach, cheese & clog-making demo

English/German/Spanish

✦ Full-day Dutch experience ✦ Small groups for personal guidance

Free cancel up to 24h

€69.50

Tulip Experience Amsterdam

Main entrance (Stationsweg)

Mandatory

Museum, tulip garden, indoor tulip picking, art exhibitions

No

✦ Interactive tulip picking

Free cancel up to 24h

€12

Keukenhof + tulip farm + windmill cruise

Main entrance (Stationsweg)

Mandatory

Entry to Keukenhof & a tulip farm, windmill cruise, flexible round-trip luxury coach

Multilingual bus hosts

✦ Combines gardens, tulips, and cruise ✦ Flexible return times

Free cancel up to 24h

€87.50

Keukenhof + windmills cruise

Main entrance (Stationsweg)

Mandatory

Entry, scenic windmill cruise, flexible return, info leaflet

No

✦ Scenic countryside experience ✦ Relaxed touring pace

Free cancel up to 24h

€54.62

​​Explore Keukenhof

Pavilions at Keukenhof

Indoor tulip & bulb display

Located on the east side of Keukenhof, the Willem-Alexander Pavilion showcases an impressive indoor collection of tulips and other bulb varieties. The spacious, well-lit hall features expertly arranged displays, accessible via central corridors adjacent to the main garden boulevard.

Tropical orchid & anthurium collection

Situated in a quieter corner, the Beatrix Pavilion presents a tropical array of orchids and anthuriums. Visitors enter a climate-controlled space with lush, cascading floral installations, accessed via a gently sloping route near the park’s northern section.

Rotating themed floral exhibitions

Positioned near the main entrance, the Oranje-Nassau Pavilion hosts rotating themed floral exhibitions. Its ever-changing displays incorporate seasonal roses, daisies, and carnations, arranged within a modern indoor hall.

Historical exhibit on Tulip Mania

Located adjacent to the main entrance, the Juliana Pavilion offers a historical perspective with exhibits on tulip mania and vintage bulb displays.

Keukenhof tulip season

Bloom calendar

​Amsterdam tulip season

Flower shows at Keukenhof

Plan your visit to Keukenhof

  • Opening hours: Keukenhof opens at 8am and closes at 7:30pm during spring.
  • Seasonal schedule: Open from March 18 – May 9, 2027.
  • Timed entry: Pre-booked, with a 30‑minute window.
  • Last entry: 90 minutes before closing time

​Keukenhof opening hours

Address: Stationsweg 166A, 2161 AM Lisse, Netherlands

  • By coach: From Amsterdam or Belgium
    Nearest stop: Keukenhof
  • By train: Sprinter 4314, Sprinter 5714
    Nearest station: Sassenheim
  • By bus: 50, 90, 300, 341, 397, 850, 852, 854
    Nearest stop: Keukenhof
  • By car: 39.7 km from Amsterdam
    Nearest parking: Keukenhof (€9 per day)

​Directions to Keukenhof

  • Main Entrance: At the end of Stationsweg.
  • Security check: Mandatory bag checks and ticket scanning.

​Which entrance to use

  • Early visit: Arrive at opening for quieter paths.
  • Late afternoon: Enjoy softer light and fewer crowds.
  • Toilets: Toilets are located at all the pavilions and both entrances to Keukenhof.
  • Locker: There are free lockers at the main entrance that can store small items up to 25 x 55 x 45 cm.
  • Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi is available near all the pavilions throughout the garden.
  • Bike racks: Free bicycle racks are available at the main entrance.
  • Charging station: A limited number of charging stations for electric cars are available near the main entrance.
  • Food & drinks: There are plenty of restaurants and food trucks throughout the garden.

​Plan your visit

  • Accessibility: Keukenhof is accessible to both manual and electric wheelchairs.
  • Wheelchairs on loan: You can borrow manual wheelchairs at the Ticketshop for €5.
  • Toilets: Accessible toilets are available throughout the garden.
  • Guide dogs: You are allowed to bring your guide dogs to all areas of Keukenhof.

​Plan your visit

  • Flower-picking: Do not pick the flowers at Keukenhof.
  • Paths: Stick to the dedicated paths at Keukenhof and do not step into the grass or trample the flowers.
  • Cycling: Cycling is not allowed inside the Keukenhof premises
  • Dogs: One dog per person is allowed inside the garden as long as they are on a leash.
  • Drones: For the safety of visitors, you are not allowed to fly drones inside the garden.
  • Children: Kids under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by an adult.

Tips & guidelines

  • Arrive early: Begin around 8am to beat the crowd and enjoy soft morning light.
  • Pre-book tickets: Secure your timed entry online to skip ticket queues.
  • Plan your route: Focus on key pavilions and the windmill area for an efficient loop.
  • Choose combi options: Ticket plus express bus smooths transit.
  • Dress appropriately: Wear comfortable, waterproof shoes and layered clothing for spring weather.
  • Mind accessibility: Use step‑free paths and pre-reserve wheelchairs if required.
  • Allow ample time: Set aside 3–4 hours to fully enjoy the park’s highlights.
  • Include family breaks: Use playgrounds and rest spots for a relaxed, enjoyable visit.

Frequently asked questions about Keukenhof Gardens

Yes. Timed-entry tickets sell out on peak days, so booking ahead secures your slot and shortens on‑site wait times. keukenhof.nl