How do I get to the flower fields from Amsterdam?

The flower park is an easy journey from Amsterdam's Schiphol airport and smaller Dutch cities such as Haarlem, Leiden, the Hague, Rotterdam and Delft. Take the Keukenhof Express Bus from Amsterdam, Haarlem or Leiden and book a combined park and bus ticket. If you drive, day parking costs 10 euros.

How do I get from Amsterdam to the tulip fields?

The Keukenhof bus is the easiest and fastest way to travel to Keukenhof and the tulip fields from major cities. Buses run directly to the tulips from Amsterdam RAI, Amsterdam Schiphol, Haarlem and Leiden several times an hour. The price for the Keukenhof bus includes an entrance ticket to Keukenhof Gardens.

How far are the tulip fields from Amsterdam city centre?

The most famous area with the most beautiful flower fields is around Keukenhof Tulip Gardens at only 40 kilometers from the centre of Amsterdam. The area is called 'Bollenstreek'. The Bollenstreek is located behind the North Sea dunes, between the cities of Amsterdam, Leiden, Haarlem and The Hague.

How do I get to Keukenhof from city Centre?

Keukenhof Express bus departure locations. Use metro M52 to get to RAI Amsterdam from Amsterdam's central station or the city centre. Get off at the Europaplein metro stop. The metro departs every 5 minutes and it takes 8 minutes to get you to the Keukenhof Express (Bus 852) departure location.

Can I get to Keukenhof by train?

🚉 Get to Keukenhof by train

There is no train station directly next to Keukenhof. Take a train to Leiden Centraal (a return ticket from Amsterdam costs € 21,20 in 2023). At Leiden Centraal Station, switch to bus line 854 (Leiden – Keukenhof Express).

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What is the best way to get to Keukenhof from Amsterdam?

The most easy option to go from Amsterdam to Keukenhof Gardens is by taxi. You do not have to wait for other travelers and you can quickly get to the tulips. With the Tulip Festival Taxi Transfer you pay a fixed taxi price and you can book your transfer in advance.

What is the cheapest way to get to Keukenhof from Amsterdam?

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Keukenhof is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 29 min. What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Keukenhof? The fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Keukenhof is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs €95 - €120.

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

Keukenhof Gardens are also significantly less crowded on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays compared to the other days of the week.

Do you need to buy tickets in advance for Keukenhof?

To enjoy the Keukenhof Gardens, you need an admission ticket. In 2024, Keukenhof works with a limited capacity per day and time of access to the park. Every year, Keukenhof sells out on several days. It is therefore advisable to book your tickets in advance.

How long do you need at 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.

Where are the best places to see tulip fields near Amsterdam?

Keukenhof Gardens

Keukenhof is the country's most magnificent flower show, brimming with tulips, hyacinths, daffodils and other spring bulbs for just a few months each year. The world-famous park boasts 32 hectares bursting with flowers and 15 kilometres of walking and biking paths.

How do I get from Amsterdam to Keukenhof tulips?

Various Keukenhof Express buses can whisk you to the tulip gardens directly from the Dutch capital. Lines 852, 858, 850, and 50 are your go-to for a smooth transition from Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport, Haarlem, and Leiden.

What is the best time to visit tulip garden in Amsterdam?

Most people want to see the outdoor tulip fields. The best month to see tulips in Holland is April. The best chance of having the most beautiful tulip fields is from mid-April to early May 2024.

What is the best time to visit Keukenhof gardens?

Do Keukenhof tickets sell out?

Since Keukenhof Gardens works with day tickets with an arrival time, it regularly happens that the flower park is sold out well in advance. Especially during the Easter weekend, the flower parade and during peak flowering, tickets are harder to get.

How long is the flower parade in Keukenhof?

The route of the Flower Parade in Holland is 42 kilometers (26 miles) long. The Parade starts on Saturday 20 April 2024 at 9.10 am and will end at 21.50 pm.

Is it worth it to go to Keukenhof?

However, you will need to get out of Amsterdam to really see and enjoy the tulips. The best place to do this is the Keukenhof Gardens and tulip fields in Lisse. This is the most beautiful flower garden we've ever visited in Europe. I knew I had to go here upon first seeing pictures of it.

What is the cheapest way to get around Amsterdam?

The cheapest way to travel around Amsterdam is walking, as the city is one of the most walkable in the world. The Dutch National Rail (Nederlandse Spoorwegen) provides a 14-17 minute train ride from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Central Station, costing approximately €5.50 per person.

Are buses expensive in Amsterdam?

For GVB travel in Amsterdam, there is a fixed boarding fee of €1.08 and then a variable distance fee of €0.196 per km which is actually calculated to every 50 metres of travel. What this means is a 3km journey will cost about €1.67; a 10km trip costs €3.04 – cheaper than the €3.40 disposable 1 hour ticket above.

Where can I see free tulips in Amsterdam?

At the end of the Winter Festival Amsterdam , it is time to start the tulip season . This is celebrated every year with the National Tulip Day. During this day you can pick a bunch of tulips for free on the Museum Square (new location) in the centre of Amsterdam.

Is one day enough for Keukenhof?

4-6 hours is a good start. Some people leave within 2 hours (thinking it is too boring ;-)) and others think one day is not enough to see everything. If you like to walk or ride a bicycle to see the flowerfields outside the Keukenhof as well, schedule some more time.