The garden will have many blooming flowers during the initial opening days. You can also witness some great indoor flower shows with blooming tulips on display. In the gardens outside, you will find daffodils and crocuses in bloom during this period.
Keukenhof opening hours 2027 | Best times to visit & entry tips
Keukenhof
Keukenhof is a seasonal attraction and is only open for eight weeks during the spring. In 2027, the gardens are open daily from March 18 to May 9.
Mar 19 TO May 10 Timings Days (Mar 19 TO May 10) | TIMINGS | Last Admission |
|---|---|---|
| Monday (Today) | 08:00–19:00 | 18:15 |
| Tuesday | 08:00–19:00 | 18:15 |
| Wednesday | 08:00–19:00 | 18:15 |
| Thursday | 08:00–19:00 | 18:15 |
| Friday | 08:00–19:00 | 18:15 |
| Saturday | 08:00–19:00 | 18:15 |
| Sunday | 08:00–19:00 | 18:15 |
- Last entry: 90 minutes before closing time
- Public holidays: Open on Easter (March 28-29), King’s Day (April 27), and Liberation Day (May 5).
- Ticket office: There are no on-site ticket sales for 2027; all tickets must be booked online with a specific time slot.
- Flower Parade (April 17, 2027): Expect extreme crowds and local road closures; arrive before 11am.
Best time to visit the Keukenhof
Weekday vs Weekend
- Best days: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays are the quietest days to explore the park.
- Days to avoid: Saturdays and Sundays are the busiest, particularly during the Keukenhof peak season in mid-April.
- Best time of day: Arrive at opening (8am) or after 4pm. The ‘Golden Hour’ light in the late afternoon is perfect for photography.
- Pro-tip: Avoid the Keukenhof timings between 11am and 3pm when tour groups from Amsterdam are at their peak.
Peak season vs low season
- Low season (March 18–early April):
- Weather: Crisp and unpredictable; early spring air.
- Crowds: Low to moderate.
- Blooms: Mostly crocuses, daffodils, and hyacinths. Early tulips begin appearing in indoor pavilions.
- Peak season (Mid-April–early May):
- Weather: Mild and sunny, the quintessential Keukenhof season.
- Crowds: High, especially during the Flower Parade weekend (April 17, 2027).
- Blooms: This is the best time to visit Keukenhof for the iconic tulip fields. Millions of tulips are in full bloom simultaneously.
What are the best flowering periods in Keukenhof?

First flowering period

Second flowering period

Third flowering period
Keukenhof 2027 event calendar
| Event | Date(s) | Impact on visit |
|---|---|---|
Opening weekend | March 18–21 | Festive atmosphere; high demand for first-day slots. |
Holland Heritage weekend | March 26–28 | 19th-century themed events; traditional music and costumes. |
Easter weekend | March 28-29 | Very high crowd levels; family-themed activities. |
Flower Parade (Bloemencorso) | April 17 | The busiest day of the year. Roads around Lisse close by midday. |
King’s Day | April 27 | Large crowds; many visitors wear orange to celebrate. |