Keukenhof
Keukenhof: The Enchanted Spring Park
Keukenhof, the enchanting spring park, opens its doors to visitors on March 21, 2024. This year is extra special because Keukenhof is celebrating its 75th anniversary! A colorful spectacle of scents and flowers awaits you. Let's take a closer look at what you can expect:
When are the bulb fields in bloom?
Symphony of Colours: On opening day, a special opera performance called "Symphony of Colours" will be performed in honor of the anniversary1. A harmony of sounds and colors that will excite your senses.
Floral splendor: Keukenhof is known for its beautiful flowers. You will find an abundance of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and other spring flowers. Stroll along the colorful flower beds and be enchanted by the diversity.
Plant shows: Besides strolling, there is much more to experience. Admire the various plant shows where you can learn about rare and exotic plant species. Be inspired by the creativity of the garden designers.
Flower Market: Dive into the world of flower trade. The flower market at Keukenhof offers an array of flowers and plants. You might even find a unique souvenir to take home.
Where can you find the bulb fields?
Practical Information:
- Keukenhof is open from March 21 to May 12, 2024, daily from 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., including Sundays and holidays2.
- Tickets are available online and valid on a fixed date and time slot. Adults pay €19.50 online and €23. 00 at the box office; children ages 4-17 pay €9.002.
- Travel comfortably by public transportation to Keukenhof. Buy a combiticket for both your entrance ticket and transportation on that day. Combitickets are available in the online ticketshop2.
Visit Keukenhof and be enchanted by the splendor of spring!
What is the best way to photograph the bulb fields?
Keukenhof, the enchanting spring park, is one of the world's largest flower gardens. Located in picturesque Lisse, about 40 kilometers southwest of Amsterdam, Keukenhof is a true flower heaven. Here are some highlights to discover in this colorful paradise:
Floral splendor: Keukenhof is known for its 7 million flower bulbs, supplied by 100 local flower bulb growers and exporters. You'll find as many as 800 varieties of tulips here, in addition to other spring flowers such as daffodils and hyacinths12. Stroll through the fields and admire the splash of color.
Different Gardens:
- Tulip Garden: The tulip garden is the heart of Keukenhof. Here you will discover an abundance of tulips in every imaginable color and shape.
- Historic Garden: This garden takes you back in time with historic flowers and plants.
- Flower Bulb Garden: Admire the diversity of flower bulbs, from crocuses to irises.
- Japanese Garden: An oasis of tranquility with Japanese maples and azaleas.
- Oranje Nassau Pavilion: Beautiful flower shows are held here, such as the hyacinth and tulip exhibition
How can you visit the bulb fields respectfully?
The bulb fields are a wonderful gift from nature, as well as from the growers who work hard for them. Therefore, it is important to treat the bulb fields with respect and observe the following rules:
- Do not enter the bulb fields without permission. The flowers are fragile and can be damaged if you walk over them. Moreover, the bulb fields are private property and not public land. So always ask the grower first if you can enter the bulb fields and where you can walk.
- Do not pick the flowers. The flowers are not meant to be taken away, but to be admired. If you pick the flowers, you damage the bulb and the plant, and deprive others of the opportunity to enjoy them. In addition, it is a criminal offense to pick flowers without permission.
- Don't leave trash behind. The bulb fields are not a trash can, but a living landscape. So don't throw trash on the ground, but take it with you or throw it in a trash can. This is how you keep the bulb fields clean and beautiful for everyone.
If you still want to stand among the Tulips visit Tulip Experience