Keukenhof in March: what to expect?

Planning to visit Keukenhof in March 2027? Or still thinking what is the best time to visit Keukenhof? Will flowers in Holland be blooming in March? Here you will find our tips and photos from previous Keukenhof seasons, plus what to expect for the 2027 season.

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What’s good to know is that gardeners at Keukenhof are using the so called lasagna technique. The bulbs are planted in layers to make sure that during the Keukenhof opening season there are always flowers in bloom.

Book Keukenhof entrance ticketsΒ or combi-tickets or Keukenhof + transfer tickets from Amsterdam, from Schiphol airport, from Rotterdam and from The Hague for the 2027 season (18 March to 9 May 2027).

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Prices below are from 2026 and will be updated once 2027 details are confirmed.

TicketPriceBook
Keukenhof entrance tickets€ 21,50Book >>
Combi-tickets (entrance + public transport)from € 33,50Book >>
Bus from Amsterdam (including entrance)€ 35 – € 53,40Book >>
Bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance)from € 42,50Book >>

During the Keukenhof opening season you can also join a tour and visit Giethoorn and Keukenhof or Zaanse Schans and Keukenhof in one day.

 


Private tours require prior booking:

Keukenhof in March 2027: weather forecast

Keukenhof 2027 opens on 18 March and closes on 9 May 2027. The forecast below is from the 2026 season; we’ll swap in the 2027 forecast once the new season gets closer.

Keukenhof in March 2026 weather forecast

Keukenhof in March: what’s in bloom?

Every year is different. In 2024 the spring was early – actually the month of February 2024 was the warmest in the whole history of measurements. And in March there were quite a lot of tulips in bloom at Keukenhof.

Update, 19 March 2026: daffodils, hyacinths and even first tulips in the fields are in bloom!

Flower fields Holland March 2026Photo: flower fields near Hillegom on 19 March 2026

  • Update, 22 March 2025: we spotted daffodil fields in bloom in Hillegom. Hyacinth fields are about to start blooming too!

When is the best time to visit flower fields in 2026Photo: daffodil fields, taken on 22 March 2025 near Hillegom

  • Follow us on Instagram for the 2027 tulip season updates.

Flower fields 2025 in the Netherlands
Photo: hyacinth fields, taken on 22 March 2025 near Hillegom

Update, 15 March 2024: hyacinths, daffodils and even some tulips fields are already in bloom! I’ve spotted them today driving by Keukenhof. The daffodils fields are in Hillegom, and beautiful red tulips are just next to Keukenhof, across the road from the former Lowietje hotel and next to the Duin en Meer bus stop (this is where the bus line 50 stops).

Tulip fields Keukenhof, Holland, the Netherlands 2025

Photo: tulip fields, taken on 15 March 2024 near Keukenhof, in Lisse

Tulip fields in March in Hollans

Photo: daffodil fields, taken on 15 March 2024 near Hillegom

In general, the outdoor flower blooming at Keukenhof in March usually starts with crocuses, narcissus and early tulips. But in the covered pavillions there are also hundreds varieties of tulips in full bloom! There are also several flower shows taking place in Keukenhof in March:

  • Anthurium and orchid show (dates for 2027 not yet announced)
  • Hyacinths and tulip show (dates for 2027 not yet announced)
  • Freesia and chrysanthemum show (dates for 2027 not yet announced)

In 2027 Keukenhof again works with timeslots. A maximum number of visitors will be allowed per day. If you already know the date of your visit, it’s a good idea to book tickets in advance.

 

Tip! You can also book your Keukenhof tickets with direct transfer from the center of Amsterdam (Overhoeksplein 51). Ticket price (from € 35) includes the park entrance + round-trip from Amsterdam by shuttle bus.

With this transfer you always get a guaranteed seat (unlike in public transport). Comfortable coach buses depart from Amsterdam every 30 minutes from 08:00 till 15:30. You can stay at Keukenhof as long as you want. The last bus back to Amsterdam departs at 18:30, and you can take any bus – return times are flexible.

Keukenhof tickets prices in 2027

Type of ticketPriceBook online
Keukenhof entrance, adults (18+)€ 21,50Book online >>
Keukenhof entrance, children (4 – 17)€ 10Book online >>
Keukenhof entrance, children (0 – 3)free 
Parking€ 9 – € 15 per car per dayBook online >>
Entrance + direct transfer from Amsterdamfrom € 35Book online >>
Tulip Festival Cardfrom € 54Book online >>

Keukenhof bus in 2027

In 2027, there are two types of Keukenhof buses: KeukenhofBuzz (public transport) from Amsterdam RAI, Hoofddorp, Haarlem and Leiden, and shuttle buses from Schiphol airport, Amsterdam, and from Rotterdam and The Hague.

Departure pointType of busPriceTickets
Amsterdam centershuttle busfrom € 39,50Book >>
Schiphol airportshuttle busfrom € 42,50Book >>
The Hagueshuttle busfrom € 44,50Book >>
Rotterdamshuttle busfrom € 44,50Book >>
Amsterdam RAI (Bus 852)public transport€ 38,50Book >>
Hoofddorp (Bus 859)public transport€ 33,50Book >>
Leiden (Bus 854)public transport€ 33,50Book >>
Haarlem (Bus 850)public transport€ 33,50Book >>

All prices listed above include admission to Keukenhof and round-trip transportation by Keukenhof bus. Prior reservation is required for all types of tickets.

In 2017, together with our partners, we were making regular blooming reports from Keukenhof. So you can look back and see what can you expect in Keukenhof in March. In 2027 Keukenhof is open from 18 March until 9 May. Here is our ultimate guide for planning your visit to Keukenhof!

 

Keukenhof, 30 March 2017
Keukenhof, 28 March 2017
Keukenhof, 27 March 2017
Keukenhof, 26 March 2017
Keukenhof, 23 March 2017

See also: Keukenhof in April and Keukenhof in May

Keukenhof, 30 March 2017

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Book your Keukenhof tickets:

TicketPriceBook
Keukenhof entrance tickets€ 21,50Book >>
Combi-tickets (entrance + public transport)from € 33,50Book >>
Bus from Amsterdam (including entrance)€ 35 – € 53,40Book >>
Bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance)€ 35 – € 52,50Book >>

Keukenhof, 28 March 2017

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Book your Keukenhof tickets:

TicketPriceBook
Keukenhof entrance tickets€ 21,50Book >>
Combi-tickets (entrance + public transport)from € 33,50Book >>
Bus from Amsterdam (including entrance)€ 35 – € 53,40Book >>
Bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance)€ 35 – € 52,50Book >>

Keukenhof, 27 March 2017

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Book your Keukenhof tickets:

TicketPriceBook
Keukenhof entrance tickets€ 21,50Book >>
Combi-tickets (entrance + public transport)from € 33,50Book >>
Bus from Amsterdam (including entrance)€ 35 – € 53,40Book >>
Bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance)€ 35 – € 52,50Book >>

Keukenhof, 26 March 2017

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Book your Keukenhof tickets:

TicketPriceBook
Keukenhof entrance tickets€ 21,50Book >>
Combi-tickets (entrance + public transport)from € 33,50Book >>
Bus from Amsterdam (including entrance)€ 35 – € 53,40Book >>
Bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance)€ 35 – € 52,50Book >>

Keukenhof, 23 March 2017

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Keukenhof in March, photo

Book your Keukenhof tickets:

TicketPriceBook
Keukenhof entrance tickets€ 21,50Book >>
Combi-tickets (entrance + public transport)from € 33,50Book >>
Bus from Amsterdam (including entrance)€ 35 – € 53,40Book >>
Bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance)€ 35 – € 52,50Book >>

Frequently asked questions about Keukenhof in March

When is Keukenhof open in 2027?

Keukenhof 2027 runs from Thursday 18 March to Sunday 9 May 2027, open daily from 08:00 to 19:00 (last entry around 18:15).

How much does a Keukenhof entrance ticket cost in 2027?

An adult (18+) entrance ticket costs around € 21,50, children (4 to 17) around € 10, and kids under 4 visit for free. Prices can still be adjusted before the official 2027 ticket sale opens, so check the current price on the booking page.

Can I already book Keukenhof tickets for 2027?

Yes. Entrance and entrance + transfer bus tickets for the 2027 season are already bookable through our partner links on this page. Keukenhof’s own website usually opens direct ticket sales from mid October.

What’s in bloom at Keukenhof in March?

Outdoors, March typically brings crocuses, narcissus and early tulips, with daffodil and hyacinth fields in the surrounding Bollenstreek. Inside the covered pavilions you’ll find hundreds of tulip varieties already in full bloom.

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