Keukenhof
Netherlands · South Holland · 2 m
Description
Keukenhof near Lisse is one of the world’s best-known flower gardens and a vibrant showcase of Dutch floral culture. Across its 32-hectare grounds, around seven million tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and other bulbs bloom each spring in beautifully landscaped gardens, lawns, and formal beds surrounding a historic estate. Its short, roughly eight-week spring season makes Keukenhof a highlight of the Dutch spring landscape. Beyond the gardens, vast bulb fields stretch across the surrounding countryside, transforming the area into a colorful patchwork of flowers that is especially enjoyable to explore by bicycle. Keukenhof is one of the Netherlands’ most iconic celebrations of horticulture and spring.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 day
Travel season
Best time to visit: April
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Highlights
- Keukenhof flower park (March - May)
- Tulip displays & themed gardens (March - May)
- Keukenhof flower pavilions & shows (March - May)
- Keukenhof Castle & historic estate gardens (March - May)
- Surrounding bulb fields (March - May)
- Cycling through the bulb fields (March - May)
- Whisper boat tour through the bulb fields (March - May)
- Flower fields aerial tour (March - May)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Leiden Centraal