Keukenhof
Keukenhof
Last updated 2026-10-29
By Global Travel Guide Editorial Team
Introduction
Keukenhof is open only in spring, usually from late March to mid-May, when seven million bulbs are planted across 32 hectares. The gardens are in Lisse, about 40 minutes by bus from Amsterdam or Leiden. Go early in the morning or late afternoon; weekends are busiest. The bulb fields around Lisse are best seen by bike. Tickets are timed, and the park is a short bus ride from Keukenhof station.
Ticket Price
Adult from EUR 21.50 (≈ USD 24); parking extra. Open 19 March-10 May 2026, 8:00-18:15.
Opening Hours
Open 19 March-10 May 2026, daily 8:00-18:15.
Transportation
Bus 858 runs from Schiphol Airport and Leiden Centraal to the gardens.
Best Season
In Netherlands, visit Keukenhof in May-Sep; rain is possible year-round.
Pro Tip: Go in the morning and check the bloom calendar
Local Tips You'd Only Learn After Visiting
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Go in the morning and check the bloom calendar Keukenhof is seasonal and the flower displays peak at different times. Book a date-specific ticket, arrive at opening, and check which gardens are in bloom before choosing your week.
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Frequently Asked Questions4 questions
Keukenhof is open from 19 March to 10 May 2026, daily 8:00-18:15. It is a seasonal garden and closes for the rest of the year.
Yes. Tickets are date-specific and should be booked online; the combo ticket with bus 858 from Schiphol or Leiden is the easiest option.
Allow 3-4 hours for the gardens and pavilions. Weekday mornings are quieter; weekends and late April are the busiest.
Bus 858 runs from Schiphol Airport and Leiden Centraal to the main entrance; drivers use the paid car park.