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Why choose a Keukenhof guided tour?
✔️ Expert horticultural insights
Explore the gardens with a local expert with years of experience in Dutch floriculture. Your Keukenhof guide provides a deep dive into the 7 million bulbs planted annually, sharing the history of ‘Tulip Mania’ and the intricate science behind the vibrant seasonal displays.
✔️ Seamless logistics and transport
Forget the stress of navigating regional Dutch transport. Every Keukenhof tour includes luxury coach transfers from Amsterdam or nearby cities, ensuring you arrive refreshed and ready to explore the 32 hectares of blooms without the hassle of parking or public transit.
✔️ Efficient, curated routes
In a standard 5–8 hour Keukenhof tour, your guide leads you through a well-structured route that covers major highlights like the Willem-Alexander Pavilion and the historic Windmill. You’ll save time and ensure you don’t miss the most spectacular floral arrangements tucked away in the park’s corners.
✔️ Interactive and engaging stories
A Keukenhof tour transforms a scenic walk into an immersive narrative. Your guide welcomes questions about bulb cultivation and garden design, leaving you with a richer appreciation for the artistry and heritage of the world’s most famous spring garden.
What to expect on a Keukenhof guided tour
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Meet your Keukenhof guide and travel in comfort
Your Keukenhof tour begins at a central meeting point, typically near Amsterdam Centraal or Overhoeksplein. You’ll be greeted by your certified guide and board a luxury coach. During the scenic 45-minute drive through the Dutch countryside, your guide provides a fascinating introduction to the Haarlemmermeer region and the history of the tulip in the Netherlands.
Priority entry and guided orientation
Upon arrival, your Keukenhof tour tickets grant you swift entry into the park. Your guide will lead the group through a curated 45-minute orientation walk. You’ll visit the themed gardens and the most impressive indoor pavilions, learning why specific varieties—like the rare ‘Queen of Night’ tulip—are so prized by collectors.
Behind-the-scenes at a working tulip farm
Many Keukenhof guided tours include a special stop at a private, family-run tulip farm. Here, you’ll step into the actual production fields (often off-limits to the general public) to see the vast rows of colour stretching to the horizon. You’ll meet the farmers and gain insight into the year-round labour required to produce the world's best bulbs.
Panoramic views and windmill cruise
Follow your guide to the iconic 19th-century Keukenhof windmill for a bird's-eye view of the surrounding flower strips. Depending on your chosen Keukenhof tour, you may even board a windmill cruise near Warmond, offering a unique, low-angle perspective of the blooms that most visitors never see.
Free time to explore and reflect
After the structured portion of your Keukenhof guided tour, you are free to explore at your own pace. Whether you want to grab a stroopwafel at the Oranje Nassau Pavilion, revisit a favourite garden for photos, or browse the bulb market for souvenirs, the remaining hours are yours before the scheduled return departure.
Which Keukenhof tour is best for you?
Expert Keukenhof tours
Duration: 5–6 hours Group size: 20–30 guests Languages: English, Spanish, German
Perfect for those who want a dedicated Keukenhof guide to focus solely on the gardens. This Keukenhof guided tour maximises your time among the flowers with professional commentary and round-trip luxury transport.
Popular option:Keukenhof Expert Guided Tour with Round-Trip Transfers
Small-group VIP experiences
Duration: 6–8 hours Group size: Max 8 guests Languages: English
If you prefer a personalised touch, these Keukenhof tours offer a more intimate setting. With fewer guests, you can ask in-depth questions and enjoy a flexible pace, often including a catered lunch amidst the fields.
Popular option:Small-Group Guided Tulip Fields Tour with Lunch
Dutch heritage combo tours
Duration: 9–11 hours Group size: Varies Languages: English, Spanish, German
Combine your Keukenhof guided tour with other Dutch icons. These full-day excursions pair the gardens with a visit to the Zaanse Schans windmills, clog-making workshops, or a traditional windmill cruise through the lake district.
Popular options:
Keukenhof & Zaanse Schans Windmills Full-Day Trip
Keukenhof & Tulip Farm Guided Full-Day Trip with Windmill Cruise
Tip for 2026: The Keukenhof season is short (Mar 19–May 10)
Keukenhof tour tickets for weekends and the Flower Parade date (April 18, 2026) sell out months in advance. We recommend booking at least 4 weeks early.
Highlights covered on Keukenhof tours
The historic windmill
A 19th-century beauty offering panoramic views of the surrounding "Bollenstreek" (bulb region) flower fields.
Things to keep in mind when you go on a Keukenhof tour
Lockers: Small lockers are available near the entrance for bags. Large suitcases are not permitted; please leave them at your hotel.
Restrooms: Plentiful and accessible restrooms are located near every major pavilion.
Dining: Several restaurants serve Dutch specialities. For a quick snack, look for the herring carts or fresh stroopwafel stands.
Layers: The Dutch coast can be windy and chilly even in April. Bring a windbreaker or light jacket.
Comfortable shoes: You will easily walk 3–5 km during a Keukenhof guided tour.
Power bank: The sheer volume of photo opportunities tends to drain phone batteries quickly!
Stay on paths: To protect the delicate bulbs, walking inside the flower beds is strictly prohibited.
Drones: The use of drones is not allowed within the park for the safety and privacy of other guests.
Frequently asked questions about Keukenhof tours
While the park is open from mid-March to mid-May, the peak bloom, and the most popular time for a Keukenhof guided tour, is usually the last two weeks of April. This is when the large ‘tulip carpets’ are typically at their most vibrant.
Expect to walk approximately 3 to 4 kilometres. While the paths are flat and paved, the park is vast. Most Keukenhof guided tours are designed with frequent stops for photos and explanations to keep the pace manageable.
Yes, when you book a Keukenhof guided tour, the cost of the entry ticket and the transport are included in the total price, so you don't have to worry about separate bookings.
Tours proceed rain or shine. Keukenhof has over 7,000 square meters of indoor pavilions, so your Keukenhof guide will simply adjust the itinerary to spend more time exploring the stunning indoor flower shows while the clouds pass.
Yes! We offer Keukenhof tours departing from various locations, including Brussels and Antwerp, for those looking to see the tulips from further afield.
Yes, it is highly recommended to book your Keukenhof tour in advance, especially during peak bloom season, as tickets sell out quickly.
You can cancel your Keukenhof tours for free up to 24 hours before the tour.
Yes, most tours include 45 minutes of guided commentary, followed by free time to wander through the gardens at your own pace.
Yes! Keukenhof is wheelchair-friendly with paved paths, accessible restrooms, and wheelchair rentals available.
Some of the best spots for photos include the iconic windmill, the lake with tulip reflections, and the themed gardens.
You can’t pick flowers, but you can purchase tulip bulbs to take home from the gift shop.
Experience the ultimate Dutch spring with a day of floral immersion at Keukenhof paired with a scenic cruise through Warmond.
Full day out to Keukenhof and Warmond from Amsterdam on a luxury bus, with live commentary and on-ground hosts to manage every detail.
You'll get reserved seating on a premium coach, pre-booked Keukenhof admission, a 60-minute guided cruise, multilingual live commentary, and friendly host assistance.
Keukenhof: Wander through 32 hectares and immerse yourself in a sea of 7 million tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, exploring themed pavilions and art installations at your own pace.
Warmond: Discover the secrets of Dutch water management as you glide past historic, working windmills set below sea level on a 60-min windmill cruise.
Upgrades: Elevate your tour with a behind-the-scenes visit to a family-run tulip farm. Meet the farmers, walk among fields, and enjoy homemade apple pie.
Inclusions
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Full-day tour to Keukenhof and Warmond
Round-trip transport by luxury bus from Amsterdam
Boarding near This is Holland
Entry ticket to Keukenhof
60-minute windmill cruise in Warmond
Live commentary on board in English, German, and Dutch
Free information leaflet with tips from locals and Keukenhof gardeners in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German
Experienced and hospitable driver
Friendly hosts in Amsterdam, at Keukenhof, and on the boat
Additional paid upgrades:
Entry to a tulip farm
Exclusions
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Food and drinks
Accessibility
This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
Redeem your voucher at This is Holland, Overhoeksplein 51, to receive your bus, boat, and Keukenhof tickets.
Check-in hours are from 7:45am to 3:15pm.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Get personalised attention and learn about the tulip varieties on this guided Keukenhof visit with transfers from Amsterdam.
Day out to the world-famous Keukenhof with seamless round-trip transportation in a luxury, air-conditioned coach departing from central Amsterdam.
You’ll get entry to the 'Garden of Europe' and an expert-led, 45-minute orientation tour in English or Spanish to unlock the history and secrets behind the millions of blooms.
Keukenhof: After your guided introduction, enjoy free time to roam 32 hectares of tulip displays, themed pavilions, and scenic windmills at your own pace before your return.
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Entry tickets to Keukenhof
Round-trip transfers via an AC coach from Amsterdam
45-min guided tour of Keukenhof
English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
What to bring
Bring a payment card for on-site purchases.
Accessibility
This experience is not suitable for people with mobility issues and wheelchair users.
What’s not allowed
It is not permitted to walk on the grass, except on the lawns specifically designated as open to the public.
Please note that Keukenhof is a cash-free site, so cash payments will not be accepted.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Experience a curated day trip that combines Keukenhof, a tulip farm visit, and a cruise through historic windmill landscapes.
Day out to Keukenhof and a local tulip farm with seamless round-trip bus transfers, featuring a dedicated host to guide your departure from Amsterdam and entry into the park.
You'll get entry to Keukenhof, exclusive access to a working bulb farm, and a relaxing 1-hour windmill cruise beginning in Kagerplassen.
Keukenhof: Explore 32 hectares of floral artistry at your own pace, wandering through millions of tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths in one of the world’s most famous spring gardens.
Tulip Farm: Take an authentic 'behind-the-scenes' look at tulip cultivation, featuring a walk directly through vibrant flower fields and a taste of famous homemade apple pie.
Windmill cruise: Unwind on a 1-hour boat tour through Kagerplassen, where you’ll sail past authentic, functioning Dutch windmills and picturesque villages.
Inclusions
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Full-day tour of Keukenhof and Tulip Farm
Entry tickets to Keukenhof
Entry to a tulip farm
1-hour windmill cruise in Kagerplassen
Round-trip luxury coach transfers from Amsterdam
Friendly multilingual hosts/guides on the bus
Exclusions
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Food and drinks
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
What to bring
Bring comfortable walking shoes, a camera, and a packed lunch (food options at Keukenhof may be limited).
What’s not allowed
Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Please note that Keukenhof is a cash-free site, so cash payments will not be accepted.
Touching or walking into the flower fields at the Tulip Experience is strictly prohibited.
Accessibility
This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
Tulips and other bulb flowers are natural products, and even though Keukenhof has advanced growing methods, the course of nature depends mainly on the weather. Therefore, it cannot be guaranteed how many flowers and flower fields can be visited and seen during your tour.
Infants must sit on laps during bus transfers.
Check-in: Please arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before departure.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
What’s not allowed
Please note that Keukenhof is a cash-free site, so cash payments will not be accepted.
Due to bus restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Accessibility
This experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Additional information
Free entry for children under the age of 3.
Child tickets must be booked for kids aged 4-13.
Buses back to Amsterdam run frequently; you may stay longer at Keukenhof and take any return bus.
Facilities at check-in: Waiting room, coffee bar, and toilets; free restrooms available.
Inclusions
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Full-day tour to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans
Entry tickets to Keukenhof
Round-trip transfers via AC coach from Amsterdam
Luxury air-conditioned coach with guaranteed seating
Witness wooden shoe-making
Live cheese-making demonstration and tasting
Self-guided walking tour of Zaanse Schans with local insider tips
Complimentary multilingual map and information leaflet in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German
Friendly hosts in Amsterdam and Keukenhof
10% discount on Henri Willig cheeses
10% discount on pancakes at De Kraai in Zaanse Schans
Additional paid upgrades:
45-min guided tour of Keukenhof
English/German/Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Amsterdam canal cruise
Exclusions
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Food and drinks
Entrance to the windmills (available at additional cost)
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Guided Tours
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Tour to Keukenhof with Windmill Cruise from Amsterdam
Experience the ultimate Dutch spring with a day of floral immersion at Keukenhof paired with a scenic cruise through Warmond.
Full day out to Keukenhof and Warmond from Amsterdam on a luxury bus, with live commentary and on-ground hosts to manage every detail.
You'll get reserved seating on a premium coach, pre-booked Keukenhof admission, a 60-minute guided cruise, multilingual live commentary, and friendly host assistance.
Keukenhof: Wander through 32 hectares and immerse yourself in a sea of 7 million tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, exploring themed pavilions and art installations at your own pace.
Warmond: Discover the secrets of Dutch water management as you glide past historic, working windmills set below sea level on a 60-min windmill cruise.
Upgrades: Elevate your tour with a behind-the-scenes visit to a family-run tulip farm. Meet the farmers, walk among fields, and enjoy homemade apple pie.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now, pay later
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
Flexible duration
Guided Tours
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From Amsterdam: Keukenhof Expert Guided Tour with Round-Trip Transfers
Get personalised attention and learn about the tulip varieties on this guided Keukenhof visit with transfers from Amsterdam.
Day out to the world-famous Keukenhof with seamless round-trip transportation in a luxury, air-conditioned coach departing from central Amsterdam.
You’ll get entry to the 'Garden of Europe' and an expert-led, 45-minute orientation tour in English or Spanish to unlock the history and secrets behind the millions of blooms.
Keukenhof: After your guided introduction, enjoy free time to roam 32 hectares of tulip displays, themed pavilions, and scenic windmills at your own pace before your return.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now, pay later
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
Flexible duration
Transfers available
Guided Tours
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From Amsterdam: Keukenhof & Tulip Farm Full-Day Trip with Windmill Cruise
Experience a curated day trip that combines Keukenhof, a tulip farm visit, and a cruise through historic windmill landscapes.
Day out to Keukenhof and a local tulip farm with seamless round-trip bus transfers, featuring a dedicated host to guide your departure from Amsterdam and entry into the park.
You'll get entry to Keukenhof, exclusive access to a working bulb farm, and a relaxing 1-hour windmill cruise beginning in Kagerplassen.
Keukenhof: Explore 32 hectares of floral artistry at your own pace, wandering through millions of tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths in one of the world’s most famous spring gardens.
Tulip Farm: Take an authentic 'behind-the-scenes' look at tulip cultivation, featuring a walk directly through vibrant flower fields and a taste of famous homemade apple pie.
Windmill cruise: Unwind on a 1-hour boat tour through Kagerplassen, where you’ll sail past authentic, functioning Dutch windmills and picturesque villages.