Plan your visit to Keukenhof in 2026 with our Keukenhof travel guide. In 2026 Keukenhof is open every day from 19 March to 10 May, including holidays and weekends. Here you will find the answers to the most frequently asked question about visiting Keukenhof in 2026.
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Keukenhof in 2026: good to know!
In 2026, Keukenhof will again work with timeslots. A maximum number of visitors will be allowed per day, and all tickets have to be booked in advance.
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 >> |
Some days and time slots can be sold out quickly.
What days are the busiest at Keukenhof?
One of the busiest days at Keukenhof is 18 April 2026, the day of Bloemencorso Bollenstreek flower parade. Weekends, school vacation days, the Easter weekend and King’s Day (27 April 2026) are also very popular days for visiting Keukenhof.
Are Keukenhof tickets ever sold out?
Yes, in 2022 – 2025 all weekends in the second half of April and beginning of May were completely sold out. We recommend to book your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
Keukenhof tickets are not available – what to do?
Last year the busiest season at Keukenhof started before the Easter weekend. The tickets for some days and timeslots were sold out, especially morning times and the weekends. If the regular tickets are not available, try booking the Keukenhof + transfer tickets.
Are Keukenhof tickets personalized?
No, tickets are not personalized. It’s not a problem if there is a different name on the ticket.
Does Keukenhof offer senior tickets with discount?
Visitors 65+ have to purchase a regular Keukenhof entrance ticket for € 21,50.
Does Keukenhof have tickets with student discount?
No, students have to buy a regular Keukenhof entrance ticket for € 21,50.
What is the Keukenhof park book?
The Keukenhof park guide is a small book with beatiful photos and short information about the gardens. It’s a nice memory to keep after visiting Keukenhof.
You can order the Keukenhof park guide online and pick it up at the Information desk upon arrival.
How much time to I need to visit Keukenhof?
An average Keukenhof visit lasts 3 hours. But you are allowed to stay in the park as long as you want till the closing time 19:00.
Can I arrive to Keukenhof earlier than my booked time slot?
Yes, if you arrive to Keukenhof earlier due to the traffic, you can enter the park.
Can I arrive to Keukenhof later than my booked time slot?
If you arrive to Keukenhof later than your booked traffic, you can still enter, if the park is not too full. If the park is full, you might have to wait will you can enter.
Can I store my luggage in Keukenhof?
Yes, you can store small items (smaller than 25x55x45 cm) for free in the lockers next to the main Keukenhof entrance. You can leave bigger pieces at the luggage near the entrance of Keukenhof.
When is the Tulip Festival in Amsterdam?
There are several flower events in spring which are typically referred as Tulip Festival:
- Tulip festival in Amsterdam (1 – 30 April 2026)
- Bloemencorso flower parade (18 – 19 April 2026)
There are also numerous flower shows and events in Keukenhof itself (open from 19 March till 10 May 2026).
Visit Keukenhof: travel by public transport
During the Keukenhof opening season there are special direct bus lines, called the Keukenhof Express, going to the gardens from:
Check the detailed travel instructions here:
- How to travel to Keukenhof from Amsterdam?
- How to get to Keukenhof from Schiphol airport?
- How to travel from Haarlem to Keukenhof?
- Travel from Leiden to Keukenhof
- Keukenhof bus 2026: all routes and travel options
Can I buy a bus ticket without a timeslot?
If you want to have a bus ticket without a fixed timeslot, we recommend to order the Amsterdam & Region Travel ticket for 1 – 3 days (you can also use it in public transport in Amsterdam and for travelling to the Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Haarlem and many other places around Amsterdam).
Visit Keukenhof: travel by car
Keukenhof is located between Amsterdam and The Hague and is easily accessible via motorways A4 (exit Nieuw-Vennep) and A44 (exit 3, Lisse). Keukenhof address for navigation: Stationsweg 166A, 2161 AM, Lisse.
Keukenhof has an own carpark for 4.500 cars and 1.000 coaches. There are two big parking spaces near the park. Parking in 2026 costs € 12,50 a day.
Is it allowed to bring own food to Keukenhof?
Yes, you can bring your own food and drinks when you visit Keukenhof.
There are also restautants and snack bars where you can buy food and beverages on the spot. Please not that restaurants and shops at Keukenhof do not accept cash.
Can I leave the park and then enter again?
No, generally speaking, it’s not allowed. The only exception is the Flower parade day – then you can leave Keukenhof to see the flower show along the road, and then return to the park.
Can I use a drone in the park?
No. For safety reasons, the flying of drones over or around Keukenhof are not allowed.
I already bought an entrance ticket. How can I pay for the bus?
You can buy bus-only ticket for the KeukenhofBuzz (valid for a two-way trip).
| Departure point | Adults | Kids (4-17) | Book online |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam RAI (Bus 852) | € 18,20 | € 8,80 | Book >> |
| Hoofddorp (Bus 859) | € 12,80 | € 6,20 | Book >> |
| Leiden (Bus 854) | € 12,80 | € 6,20 | Book >> |
| Haarlem (Bus 850) | € 12,80 | € 6,20 | Book >> |
It is also possible to travel to Keukenhof with an OV-chipkaart (a contactless rechargable card used for all public transport in the Netherlands) or OV-pay.
Visiting Keukenhof in 2026? Plan your trip
- Keukenhof entrance tickets are already available! You can also book tickets for Keukenhof entrance + transfer from Amsterdam.
- Travel to Keukenhof from Amsterdam by bus line 852 from Amsterdam RAI or direct transfer from the center of Amsterdam (tickets cost €35 – €52,50).
- Bloemencorso Bollenstreek flower parade will take place on 18 – 19 April 2026. Tickets for flower parade tours from Amsterdam are available online.
- The nearest hotel to Keukenhof is Boutique Suites Lisse – Schiphol, 800 meters from the park entrance. Check other recommended hotels near Keukenhof.
You might also like:
- Keukenhof Tickets: Book Online!
- Tulip Festival card: what is included?
- Keukenhof Express bus – FAQ
- Tulip fields in the Netherlands
- How to travel to Keukenhof from Amsterdam?
Last updated: 23 March 2026
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