Welcome to Tulip Festival
Welcome to Tulip Festival
Keukenhof Gardens
Festival Tickets available from mid-March to May
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About
Tulip Festival
Keukenhof, often referred to as the “World’s Largest Flower Garden,” covers 32 hectares (79 acres) and showcases over 7 million flowers each year. The garden features more than 100 different types of tulips, each with unique colors, shapes, and sizes, as well as a variety of other spring flowers.
The Keukenhof Festival celebrates the iconic flowers of the Netherlands, with tulips taking center stage. However, it also highlights other beautiful spring blooms like hyacinths, daffodils, lilies, and orchids. The festival is held annually at Keukenhof Gardens, located in Lisse, a charming town in the heart of the Dutch flower-growing region.
The festival’s origins are closely tied to the history of Keukenhof Gardens, which opened in 1950 as an initiative to showcase the Netherlands’ exceptional horticultural heritage. Since then, it has grown into one of the world’s largest and most renowned flower exhibitions.
Key Attractions of the Keukenhof Festival
Each year, the festival embraces a unique theme—often inspired by Dutch heritage, art, or culture. This theme shapes the floral displays, offering visitors a fresh and exciting experience each season.
Here are some of the highlights you can enjoy during your visit:
- Flower Shows and Competitions: Growers from around the world present their best tulips, lilies, orchids, and other flowers, competing for top honors. These shows are an exciting way to see the most stunning floral creations.
- Flower Parades: One of the most anticipated events is the annual Flower Parade (Bloemencorso), which takes place in April. The parade features elaborate floats adorned with flowers, offering a dazzling display of floral artistry and creativity.
- Gardens and Art Installations: Keukenhof Gardens is divided into various themed sections, such as the Japanese Garden, Historical Garden, and Natural Garden, each offering unique floral displays. The park also features art installations that celebrate floral design, gardening innovation, and the beauty of nature.
Keukenhof Flower Parade
Each spring, the spectacular Dutch Flower Parade, Bloemencorso Bollenstreek, attracts over a million visitors, and the best part? It’s completely free to enjoy from the roadside! For a more comfortable experience, reserve a seat in the grandstands, where you’ll also have access to catering and convenient facilities. With limited seating available, be sure to book your spot early!
You can also combine the parade with a visit to Keukenhof Gardens, a tulip farm, or a flower field tour. Check out all available tickets and tours on this page.
Tulip Festival & Flower Parade Calendar
Opening Day
Closing Day
How to get there
There are several bus tickets options available, providing a fast and affordable way to get to the flower park.
With the special combi ticket, you can save money on both transportation and admission to the park. find below some options of tickets from Amsterdam.
Keukenhof Gardens is easily accessible by car from Amsterdam, Haarlem, Leiden, and The Hague (around 30 minutes distance), it takes just 30 minutes by car to reach from any of these locations.
Click on this Google Maps link to find your way to Keukenhof Gardens.
Parking is available at the Keukenhof parking lot. You can reserve your parking spot in advance during checkout. The daily parking fee is €15.00.
With a guided tour, you’ll discover hidden gems, special photo spots, and learn fascinating facts that you might miss on your own.
Make the most of your day at Keukenhof by following a carefully planned tour.
Sightseeing Experiences in Keukenhof
Are you ready to take your Keukenhof visit to the next level?
Explore the tulip fields by bike or soar over them with an exclusive helicopter tour!
These unique activities offer you an opportunity to experience the beauty of the Dutch countryside in ways most visitors never do. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or someone seeking a thrilling view, we have the perfect tour for you.
Note: Keukenhof entry tickets must be purchased separately. Plan your visit accordingly!
Frequently Asked Questions
Here you can find all the information you need to plan your visit to the Tulip Festival in Keukenhof Gardens. Buy your online tickets in advance to avoid queues.
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