Does Keukenhof have a cafe?

Yes, Keukenhof has multiple cafes, restaurants, and food kiosks located throughout the park, offering a variety of hot meals, sandwiches, pastries, and drinks. Several themed pavilions, such as the Beatrix, Irene, and Wilhelmina pavilions, provide indoor and outdoor seating, while various kiosks offer snacks like poffertjes (Dutch pancakes), strawberries, and hotdogs.

Is there food at Keukenhof gardens?

There are a number of restaurants in the park. Across the park you will also encounter a number of mobile food outlets with, for example, strawberries, herring or hot dogs. It is not possible to reserve a table, room or menu at Keukenhof. An alternative is to purchase food & drinks vouchers for €10.00 each.

How long does it take to walk around Keukenhof gardens?

How much time takes a visit to the Keukenhof Gardens? Of course you can enjoy all the beauty for a whole day, but on average, a visit to the flower gardens takes about 2 to 4 hours. We recommend to admire the flower fields in addition to Keukenhof. This often also takes 2 to 4 hours.

What is the difference between a cafe and a coffee shop in Amsterdam?

In the Netherlands, a café is the equivalent of a full bar, and sells liquor, cocktails, wine, and beer. A 'koffiehuis' serves coffee, while a 'coffee shop' (using the English term) sells soft drugs (cannabis and hashish) and is not allowed to sell alcoholic beverages or other drugs.

Can you bring your own food to Keukenhof?

Can I bring my own food and drinks into the park? Yes, you are allowed to bring your own food and drinks into Keukenhof. Please note that using your own food and beverages in the restaurants and on the terraces in Keukenhof is not permitted.

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Are there toilets in Keukenhof gardens?

Our park offers excellent access for (electric) wheelchairs and has plenty of accessible toilets. Manual wheelchairs are available for rent in the Keukenhof ticketshop for €5.

What not to bring to the Netherlands?

Restricted/prohibited to import or export

• Alcohol.
• Tobacco.
• Cash and gold.
• Animal products and foodstuffs.
• Vegetables, fruit, plants, flowers.
• Culture goods (arts, antiques)
• Protected plant- and animal species.
• Pets.

Can tourists still go to coffeeshops in Amsterdam?

As such, tourists are still welcome to buy weed in Amsterdam's coffeeshops, but you'll need to be over 18, in possession of a valid ID (passport or driving licence), and be prepared to follow the rules.

What is 420 in Amsterdam?

Regardless of its origin, 420 has become an integral part of cannabis culture. It's a way for people to signal their appreciation for marijuana without openly discussing it.

Can you sit in a coffee shop without buying anything in Amsterdam?

You can buy your products in one coffeeshop and then go to another one to chill, but it is considered rude if you take up space and not purchase anything, so make sure you buy at least a drink or some snacks.

What is the best day of the week to go to Keukenhof?

Keukenhof is significantly less crowded on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays compared to the other days of the week. Visit before 10:30am and after 4pm for a relatively quieter atmosphere.

How long is the Whisper boat ride at Keukenhof gardens?

Whisper boat around Keukenhof

The boat trip takes 45 minutes and will be enriched by an audio tour about the flower bulb region. Please note: you must have an entrance ticket for Keukenhof to book whisper boat tickets.

What to wear in Keukenhof?

Go for something simple and muted; the flowers are so colorful as it is that they'll brighten up your pictures. As for footwear, wear something comfortable, because you'll be getting a lot of steps in while you walk around Keukenhof.

What is typical breakfast in Amsterdam?

Dutch breakfast and lunch

As a basis we mostly eat bread, crackers or biscuits (beschuit). Popular toppings on bread and crackers are cheese, chocolate sprinkles, peanut butter, meat, jam and chocolate spread. Milk, coffee, juice and water are popular drinks to go with your food.

What does Keukenhof mean in English?

The Keukenhof, translated to Kitchen Garden, owes its name to Countess Jacoba van Beieren (Jaqueline of Bavaria), who had a castle at this location in the 15th century. She stayed there very often, because the area provided good hunting grounds.

What is considered rude in Amsterdam?

The Dutch consider it rude not to identify yourself. The Dutch will shake hands and say their last name, not "Hello." They also answer the telephone with their last name. It is considered impolite to shout a greeting. Wave if greeting someone from a distance.

Can you get stoned in Amsterdam?

The Dutch government has formulated a drug policy that tolerates cannabis smoking under strict conditions. It is permitted in so called 'coffeeshops'. You must be 18 years of age to enter a coffeeshop and your ID will be checked.

Can foreigners go to coffee shops in the Netherlands?

Anyone who is at least 18 years of age is allowed to buy and consume cannabis in coffee shops in Amsterdam. Sale of cannabis to persons under 18 is prohibited. To even step inside a coffee shop you must be at least 18 years of age. Also tourists can still visit coffee shops in Amsterdam.

What's the difference between a coffee shop and a café in Amsterdam?

In Amsterdam, a cafe is similar to a bar serving beer, wine, and spirits. On the other hand, a coffee shop is where you go to buy (and smoke) cannabis similarly to the dispensaries here in the states. And for my folks wondering where to get coffee...don't worry! You can get coffee and tea there too!

How much is a joint in a coffee shop in Amsterdam?

How much does a joint cost in the Amsterdam coffee shops? You pay between 7 and 15 euros per gram of cannabis in a coffee shop. How much the joint costs depends entirely on how much cannabis is rolled up and whether tobacco is also included.

What are the new rules for tourists in Amsterdam 2025?

From 12 October 2025, the European Union's (EU) new Entry/Exit System (EES) will begin roll out. This means that when you travel into the Schengen area for short stays, you may need to register your biometric details, such as fingerprints and a photo.

What is the 30% rule in the Netherlands?

The Netherlands' 30% ruling is a tax advantage for highly skilled international employees, allowing employers to pay up to 30% of their gross salary tax-free for up to five years to cover "extraterritorial costs" (moving expenses/extra living costs). Key conditions include recruitment from abroad, specific expertise needed in the Netherlands, and meeting a minimum taxable salary threshold (e.g., €46,660 for most in 2025). The ruling is being phased out, with a scaling-back (30-20-10) applied in recent years and a new flat 27% rate planned from 2027, though 30% still applies for 2025-2026.
 

Is ibuprofen legal in the Netherlands?

Over-the-counter medicines can be obtained without a prescription (OTC) at the pharmacy, drugstore or supermarket. OTC medicines include painkillers such as paracetamol and ibuprofen, certain nose drops, cough syrups or diarrhoea inhibitors.