Keukenhof is the Tulip Gardens of your dreams, located about an hour from Amsterdam, in The Netherlands

Its history dates back to the 15th century when the garden was used to supply spices to the castle for meals. "Keukenhof" means kitchen.

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Lisse, where there are gorgeous flower fields in spring. And there's more to do in the area besides seeing the tulips!

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It's easy to get from Amsterdam's city center to Keukenhof. We tell you how in the link below!

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additional types of flowers, restaurants and souvenir shops

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Keukenhof is open March through May. This assures that there is always something in bloom for visitors to see.

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Tickets for Keukenhof

are available for purchase online. Learn about ticket prices

Wondering the best time of day to visit the gardens?

Go when they open on a weekday for fewer crowds. Learn more

If you book a private tour, you can be one of the first to arrive to the gardens, whether your pickup is at Schipol Airport, Rotterdam or Amsterdam.

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What else can you do in Lisse, where Keukenhof is? PLENTY!

Like go on a 3-hour GPS tour in one of these fun electric vehicles to learn about the area! See more tours

There are lovely, quaint hotels to stay at near Keukenhof to Maximize your visit:

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