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FIFTEEN MUST-KNOW THINGS  FOR KEUKENHOF GARDENS VISITORS

Keukenhof Gardens

The Keukenhof Gardens will be open from 23 March to 14 May 2023 for 53 days, including holidays like Easter (22 April), Kingsday (27 April), and Liberation Day (5 May).

Theme 2023

In 2023, the Keukenhof Gardens in Amsterdam will have multiple themes instead of just one, resulting in a wider variety of flower exhibitions and inspiration gardens.

Tickets

Choosing the right kind of experience at Keukenhof is difficult because of the numerous ticket options available. We will name the popular ones.

Buy tickets online

Buying tickets online in advance is cheaper and saves time by avoiding the queue at the ticket counter. It also guarantees entry, as on-site tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

Skip the Line 

This popular and affordable ticket allow you to skip the entrance line and access all areas, but transportation is not included.

Round-trip 

Keukenhof's tulip garden attracts tourists from nearby towns and major Dutch cities. Many visitors prefer Keukenhof combi-tickets, including air-conditioned coach transport to and from the gardens.

Guided tour

For a complete Keukenhof experience, take a guided tour with a local expert. Private and audio tours are also options. Check the combi-tickets for more sightseeing.

Cycling 

Rent a bike for a small fee at Keukenhof's main entrance or nearby rentals. Get a map with biking routes to explore the flower gardens and surrounding area.

Keukenhof Castle

The Gardens has a castle with impressive artifacts from the Dutch Golden Age. Book your castle ticket in advance but visit it after exploring the Gardens because re-entry is prohibited.

Kids Activities

Keukenhof has a playground, a petting zoo, and a hedge maze for kids to explore. Elder kids can enjoy an educational scavenger hunt.

Events

Keukenhof Gardens hosts special activities, shows, and performances with extra programs on weekends and public holidays. Your ticket provides free access to these events.

Flower Parade

The best spot to view the Flower Parade is Keukenhof Boulevard, where cars decorated with flowers pass at 3:30 pm. Arrive before 11 am to avoid crowds and road closures from 3 pm to 5.30 pm.

Best time to visit

Visit Keukenhof in Holland between late April to early May for the best views of the blooming Tulips. However, flower bulbs are planted in layers, so any day is a great day to visit Tulip park.

Avoid the crowd

Keukenhof typically gets 25,000 visitors daily but over 45,000 on peak days. Avoid the crowd by arriving before 10:30 am or after 4 pm. The Tulip fields of Holland are busiest on national holidays.

Duration required

Keukenhof Park is 32 hectares with 7 million flower bulbs. Visitors typically spend 3-4 hours exploring, but there's no time limit on entry tickets, so that you can stay all day.