Planning to visit Keukenhof in May? Or still thinking what is the best time to visit Keukenhof in 2026? Will there be tulips in May? Is it worth a visit?
May is a great month for visiting Keukenhof. Different flowers are still in bloom. The chance for nice weather is higher than in March or April.
In 2026 Keukenhof again works with timeslots. A maximum number of visitors will be allowed per day. If you plan to visit Keukenhof, especially during the last week of its opening season, book tickets in advance.
Book your tickets:
- Keukenhof entrance tickets
- combi-tickets (entrance + public transport)
- direct bus from Amsterdam (including entrance)
- direct bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance).
Keukenhof tickets prices in 2026:
| Type of ticket | Price | Book online |
|---|---|---|
| Keukenhof entrance, adults | € 21,50 | Book online >> |
| Keukenhof entrance, children (4 – 17) | € 9 | Book online >> |
| Keukenhof entrance, children (0 – 3) | free | |
| Parking ticket |
€ 12,50 per day | Book online >> |
| Entrance + direct transfer from Amsterdam | from € 35 | Book online >> |
| Tulip Festival Card | from € 58 | Book online >> |
Keukenhof bus in 2026
In 2026, 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 point | Type of bus | Price | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam center | shuttle bus | from € 39,50 | Book >> |
| Schiphol airport | shuttle bus | from € 42,50 | Book >> |
| The Hague | shuttle bus | from € 44,50 | Book >> |
| Rotterdam | shuttle bus | from € 44,50 | Book >> |
| Amsterdam RAI (Bus 852) | public transport | € 38,50 | Book >> |
| Hoofddorp (Bus 859) | public transport | € 33,50 | Book >> |
| Leiden (Bus 854) | public transport | € 33,50 | Book >> |
| Haarlem (Bus 850) | public transport | € 33,50 | Book >> |
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 May. In 2026 Keukenhof is open from March 19 until May 10. Here is our complete guide for planning your visit to Keukenhof!
Keukenhof, 15 May 2017
Keukenhof, 9 May 2017
Keukenhof, 6 May 2017
Keukenhof, 3 May 2017
See also: Keukenhof in March and Keukenhof in April
Keukenhof gardens, 15 May 2017
Book your Keukenhof tickets:
| Ticket | Price | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Keukenhof entrance tickets | € 21,50 | Book >> |
| Combi-tickets (entrance + public transport) | from € 33,50 | Book >> |
| Bus from Amsterdam (including entrance) | € 35 – € 53,40 | Book >> |
| Bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance) | € 35 – € 52,50 | Book >> |
Keukenhof, 9 May 2017
Book your Keukenhof tickets:
| Ticket | Price | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Keukenhof entrance tickets | € 21,50 | Book >> |
| Combi-tickets (entrance + public transport) | from € 33,50 | Book >> |
| Bus from Amsterdam (including entrance) | € 35 – € 53,40 | Book >> |
| Bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance) | € 35 – € 52,50 | Book >> |
Keukenhof gardens, 6 May 2017
Book your Keukenhof tickets:
| Ticket | Price | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Keukenhof entrance tickets | € 21,50 | Book >> |
| Combi-tickets (entrance + public transport) | from € 33,50 | Book >> |
| Bus from Amsterdam (including entrance) | € 35 – € 53,40 | Book >> |
| Bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance) | € 35 – € 52,50 | Book >> |
Keukenhof gardens, 3 May 2017
Book your Keukenhof tickets:
| Ticket | Price | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Keukenhof entrance tickets | € 21,50 | Book >> |
| Combi-tickets (entrance + public transport) | from € 33,50 | Book >> |
| Bus from Amsterdam (including entrance) | € 35 – € 53,40 | Book >> |
| Bus from Schiphol airport (including entrance) | € 35 – € 52,50 | Book >> |