Easter in Amsterdam falls on March 26–29, 2027 (Good Friday to Easter Monday). With tulip season in full swing and a long holiday weekend ahead, Amsterdam gets especially busy at this time of year. The good news: nearly everything in Amsterdam is open for Easter. You just need to book your hotel, attractions and tickets well in advance.
Last updated: 22 September 2026 by Anastasia Dudina
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- Good Friday (Goede Vrijdag): Friday, March 26, 2027
- Easter Sunday (Eerste Paasdag): March 28, 2027
- Easter Monday (Tweede Paasdag): March 29, 2027
Is Keukenhof open on Easter?
Yes, Keukenhof is open every day from 18 March to 9 May 2027. If you plan to visit Keukenhof during the Easter break (26–29 March 2027), make sure you book tickets in advance, as they will be sold out closer to the date.
Tip! If regular tickets are not available, try booking Keukenhof entrance + bus tickets.
Book Keukenhof entrance tickets or combi-tickets or Keukenhof + transfer tickets from Amsterdam, from Schiphol airport, from Rotterdam and from The Hague for the 2027 season in advance.
| Ticket | Price | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Keukenhof entrance tickets | € 21,50 | Book >> |
| Combi-tickets (entrance + public transport) | from € 33,50 | Book >> |
| Bus from Amsterdam (including entrance) | € 35 – € 53,40 | Book >> |
| Bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance) | from € 42,50 | Book >> |
Are the museums in Amsterdam open on Easter?
Most of the museums in Amsterdam are open on Easter, but there can be some exceptions. We recommend checking opening times and booking tickets in advance to make sure you can visit the museums of your choice, especially if you want to visit the most popular locations, like the Van Gogh museum or Rijksmuseum.
| Museum | Price | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Van Gogh museum | € 27,00 | Book >> |
| Rijksmuseum | € 27,00 | Book >> |
| Madame Tussauds museum | € 27,00 (discount online) | Book >> |
| Moco Museum | € 21,95 (discount online) | Book >> |
| Rembrandt house museum | € 23,50 | Book >> |
Best-selling tours and tickets in Amsterdam
> I amsterdam City Card: 24, 48, 72, 96 or 120-hour pass from € 65
> Van Gogh museum tickets from € 27
> Lovers canal cruise from Central station tickets from € 15,50
> Zaanse Schans, Marken, Edam and Volendam day trip from € 45
> Keukenhof tickets + direct transfer from Amsterdam from € 35
FAQ about Easter 2027 in Amsterdam
Will trains from airport to Amsterdam be operating on Easter?
Yes, trains (including night trains) and buses from Schiphol to Amsterdam will be operating as usual, on a so-called Sunday schedule. It means slightly fewer trains and buses than on a working day, but still plenty for smooth travel.
Are restaurants and shops in Amsterdam open on Easter?
Yes, most of the shops and restaurants will be open.
Is Easter weekend a good time to visit Amsterdam? Or will many attractions be closed?
Yes, beginning of April is a good time to visit Amsterdam. Nearly everything will be open. But please mind that it’s a peak tourist season, and Dutch people have a long weekend themselves, so make sure you arrange everything (hotel, attractions tickets) in advance.
Enjoy your visit to Amsterdam for Easter!
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- Keukenhof tickets 2027: book with a timeslot online
- How to travel to Keukenhof from Amsterdam?
- Tulip festivals in Amsterdam in 2027
- Day trips from Amsterdam: where to go?
About the author:
Written by a local
Anastasia Dudina
I’ve been living in the Netherlands since 2013 and exploring it ever since. I write and update all articles on Amsterdam Explorer and Holland Explorer myself — real tips, not tourist traps.