Keukenhof, the world-famous tulip garden in the Netherlands, is open for just two months each year. Located just 40 km from Amsterdam, it’s a must-visit destination during the spring! In 2026, Keukenhof will be open from March 19 to May 10.
You can already book Keukenhof entrance tickets and Keukenhof + transfer tickets from Amsterdam, from Schiphol airport, from Rotterdam and from The Hague for the 2026 season.
Good to know! In 2026 Keukenhof will have tickets with fixed time slots again. Some days (the Flower Parade day, Easter weekend, weekends in April and beginning May) will be sold out quickly. Book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
Keukenhof tickets prices in 2026
| Type of ticket | Price | Order online |
|---|---|---|
| Keukenhof entry, adults (18+) | € 21,50 | Book >> |
| Keukenhof entry, children (4 – 17) | € 10 | Book >> |
| Keukenhof entry, children (0 – 3) | free | |
| Keukenhof entry + canal cruise | € 31 (€ 9 discount) | Book >> |
| Parking | € 9 – € 14 per day | Book >> |
| Keukenhof park book | € 7 | Book >> |
| Entrance + direct transfer from Amsterdam | € 35 – € 52,50 | Book >> |
Tulip Festival Card
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from € 58 | Book >> |
Keukenhof bus in 2026: prices and tickets
In 2026, there are two types of Keukenhof buses: KeukenhofBuzz (public transport) from Amsterdam RAI, Hoofddorp, Haarlem and Leiden, and shuttle buses from Schiphol airport, Amsterdam, and from Rotterdam and The Hague.
| Departure point | Type of bus | Price | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam center (fixed date) | shuttle bus | from € 39,50 | Book >> |
| Amsterdam center (flexible ticket) | shuttle bus | from € 59,50 | Book >> |
| Schiphol airport | shuttle bus | from € 42,50 | Book >> |
| The Hague | shuttle bus | from € 44,50 | Book >> |
| Rotterdam | shuttle bus | from € 44,50 | Book >> |
| Amsterdam RAI (Bus 852) | public transport | € 38,50 | Coming soon >> |
| Hoofddorp (Bus 859) | public transport | € 33,50 | Coming soon >> |
| Leiden (Bus 854) | public transport | € 33.50 | Coming soon >> |
| Haarlem (Bus 850) | public transport | € 33.50 | Coming soon >> |
All prices listed above include admission to Keukenhof and round-trip transportation by Keukenhof bus. Prior reservation is required for all types of tickets.
IMPORTANT: On 5 February 2026, Keukenhof announced that there will be no direct public transport buses departing from the airport this year due to renovations at Schiphol. An alternative route from Schiphol via Hoofddorp is available. You can also take direct shuttle bus from Schiphol airport (tickets from € 42,50). Prior booking is required >>
Keukenhof by public transport in 2026. Source: Keukenhof.nl
You can also pay for the public transport bus with OV-pay or Amsterdam & Region Travel ticket (in lines 850, 852, 859).
From 19 March to 10 May 2026 there will also be a transfer bus operating between Rotterdam and Keukenhof, The Hague and Keukenhof and from Schiphol airport and Keukenhof. Tickets cost from € 44,50 per person. The price includes round trip by bus and Keukenhof entrance ticket.
Top 5 tours to Keukenhof from Amsterdam:
> Keukenhof full-day tour in small groups (max 18 people) from € 57,50
> Keukenof + Zaanse Schans (full-day guided tour) from € 69,50
> Tour to Keukenhof + Giethoorn (in one day) from € 149
> Guided tour to Keukenhof + tulip farm from € 87,50
> Keukenhof shuttle bus + entry (with flexible return) from € 35
Tip: check these popular private tours in the Netherlands in 2026:
- Private tour: tulips, Keukenhof, windmills & cheese, from € 430 per person
- Private Keukenhof and windmills tour, from € 397 per person
- Holland highlight helicopter tour, from €2,410 per group up to 3
Busiest days during the Keukenhof season
Keukenhof tickets are most likely to sell out on:
- Flower Parade weekend (18 – 19 April 2026)
- Easter break (3 – 6 April 2026)
- Dutch school vacations (25 April – 3 May 2026)
- King’s Day (27 April 2026)
If you plan to visit the gardens on these days, we recommend to book tickets as soon as you start planning your trip.
The Flower Parade day – 18 April 2026 – is the busiest day at Keukenhof. The entrance tickets for his Saturday get sold out before the start of the season. We recommend to book tickets or a tour to the Flower Parade + Keukenhof with grand seats (from €149) or without (from €79) in advance.
Explore the tulip area around Keukenhof
You can also enhance your Keukenhof experience by joining other exciting tours, either from Amsterdam or within the surrounding area.
| Tulip tours | Price | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Private helicopter tulip tour from Lelystad |
from €750 per group | Book online >> |
| Tulip fields sunset tour with dinner |
from € 135 | Book >> |
| Tulip fields Of Holland tour | from € 150 | Book >> |
| Land Rover flower tour |
€ 85 | Book online >> |
| Drive-it-yourself tour by Renault Twizy | € 127 for 2 persons |
Book online >> |
| Tulips bike tour |
€ 49,50 | Book online >> |
Keukenhof flower reports: what is in bloom?
How to travel to Keukenhof
During the Keukenhof opening season (19 March – 10 May 2026) there are various types of buses (regular line buses called KeukenhofBuzz, transfer buses, tours) running to the tulip gardens from Amsterdam, Hoofddorp, Haarlem and Leiden, and shuttle buses from Schiphol airport, from Amsterdam and from Rotterdam and from The Hague.
- Overview of all Keukenhof buses in 2026
- Travel to Keukenhof from Amsterdam
- Travel to Keukenhof from Schiphol airport
- Visit Keukenhof from Leiden
- Travel to Keukenhof from Haarlem
In 2026, you can also travel to Keukenhof by shuttle bus (with a a guaranteed seat) from Amsterdam, from Schiphol airport, and Rotterdam and The Hague.
Hotels near Keukenhof tulip gardens
While staying in Amsterdam and taking a day trip to Keukenhof is a great option, if you’re seeking a more local and nature-focused experience, we recommend the following hotels near Keukenhof and the tulip fields:
- Boutique Suites Lisse – Schiphol
- Hotel Restaurant de Engel
- De Oude Pastorie Lisse
- Vakantiewoning Loft Lisse – SAUNA – Beach – Keukenhof
- Bed & Breakfast De Vier Seizoenen
- MarinaPark Residentie Bloemendaal
Beach hotels in Noordwijk:
Hotels near central station in Leiden:
Recommended hotels in and near Haarlem:
- Bed & Breakfast Hotel Malts, if you are looking for a place that feels like home
- Brasss Hotel Suites
- Hotel ML
- Tip! Hotel Lion D’Or is the best if you want to live close to the station.
- A fabulous B&B Elswoutshoek located in a mansion, previously owned by Borski, one of the richest families in the Netherlands of their time. It’s a great option if you travel by car.
- Duin & Kruidberg hotel in the National park near the dunes.
Recommmended hotels in Amsterdam:
What is the best time to see tulips in the Netherlands?
Tulip season in Amsterdam starts in the end of March and lasts till early May. It’s hard to predict the exact blooming times as they highly depend on the weather. In Keukenhof itself there is always a big variety of flowers in bloom. But if you want to see tulip fields, we recommend to visit the Netherlands in the last two decades of April.
Tickets to the tulip fields: You don’t need a ticket to view the fields from the distance or bike through the area. However, it’s not allowed to enter the flower fields. And if you want to take nice photos in the fields, you can visit special farms:
- The Tulip Barn (at 130 3e Loosterweg, 2182 CX, Hillegom, a short train ride to Hillegom station followed by a 15-20 minute walk along the flower fields), open from 27 March till 10 May 20265, daily from 9:30 till 19:00.
- Tulip Experience Amsterdam (at Delfweg 37, 2211VK, Noordwijkerhout, 10 minutes by bike from Keukenhof), open from 19 March till 10 May 2026, daily from 9:00 till 18:00.
You can also book a tour to Keukenhof + Tulip Experience from Amsterdam.
And the last but not the least
- Keukenhof park opening times: 08:00 – 19:00 daily, including the King’s Day and Easter weekend.
- Keukenhof address: Stationsweg 166A, 2161 AM, Lisse, The Netherlands.
- Official website in English: https://keukenhof.nl/en
See you in Keukenhof in 2026!
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FAQ about visiting Keukenhof in 2026
No, Keukenhof is completely cashless. You can only pay with a debit or credit card, and cash payments are not accepted at the entrance and in the restaurants and shops within the park.
You can bring your dog to Keukenhof. There are some rules:
1. Only one dog per person is allowed.
2. Dogs must be leashed at all times.
3. Dogs must stay out of pavilions and restaurants (except guide dogs).
Yes, there are free lockers for smaller items. Larger suitcases can be left for free at the luggage depot near the main Keukenhof entrance.
Visiting Keukenhof in March can be a wonderful experience, even if it’s a bit early for peak tulip season. The park is already bursting with color thanks to crocuses, daffodils, and fragrant hyacinths. The first tulips usually begin to bloom toward the end of the month, depending on the weather. Check the Holland Explorer blooming reports to get an impression of what you can see in Keukenhof in Match. In general, it’s a quieter time to visit and a great option if you enjoy spring flowers without the crowds. In 2026 Keukenhof is open from 19 March.
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