Check out the best flower events during Tulip Festival in Holland. Visit Keukenhof Gardens, the Dutch Flower Parade, the activities at flower farms and the best sightseeing tours along the tulip fields.
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. We also have a free newsletter. Subscribe here »
Easter weekend at Keukenhof Gardens
April 18 @ 8:00 am – April 21 @ 7:00 pm
Easter weekend is one of the best times to visit Keukenhof Tulip Gardens, as this year it coincides with the expected peak bloom of the tulips, creating a breathtaking display of vibrant colors. In addition to the tulips, visitors can still admire the beauty of blooming daffodils and hyacinths, making it a truly enchanting experience. Adding to the festive atmosphere, on Easter Sunday and Easter Monday, a cheerful Easter Bunny will be strolling through the gardens, offering fun surprises for visitors of all ages. Don’t miss this perfect spring celebration!
We expect Keukenhof to be fully booked during the Easter weekend, as it is one of the most popular times to visit due to the expected peak bloom of tulips. To secure your spot and avoid disappointment, it is highly recommended to book your Keukenhof tickets in advance. Plan ahead and ensure you experience the breathtaking floral displays and festive Easter activities without missing out.
Blooming flowers over the Easter weekend
Easter weekend in 2025 falls in mid-April, perfectly aligning with the expected peak bloom of tulips, offering a spectacular display of spring colors. Visitors can also enjoy the beauty of blooming daffodils and hyacinths, adding variety and charm to the landscape. This makes Keukenhof an unforgettable experience during Easter. For the latest updates on blooming conditions, visit our Flower Forecast page to ensure you don’t miss the best of spring’s floral splendor.
Extra activities at Keukenhof over Easter weekend
The following additional activities and flower shows will take place during the Easter weekend. The events for 2025 are:
| Date | Additional activities |
|---|---|
| 20 – 21 April | Easter at Keukenhof – The flower park is open from 8am to 7.00pm. Enjoy the many spring flowers. An Easter bunny will walk through the flower park on 20 and 21 April. We expect Keukenhof to sell out this weekend so book your ticket in advance. |
| 19 – 20 April | This Tulip Festival, the helicopter will fly on only four days, with flights scheduled during the Easter weekend on April 19 and 20. Don’t miss this spectacular sightseeing experience from above! Secure your spot by booking your helicopter flight in advance to enjoy breathtaking views of the colorful tulip fields from the sky. |
| 19 – 21 april | The centre of the flower village Lisse (2 kilometres from Keukenhof Gardens) hosts the annual flower mosaic weekend. More about this mosaic weekend |
Buy your tickets in time
We expect Keukenhof to be fully booked during the Easter weekend, as it is one of the most popular times to visit due to the expected peak bloom of tulips. To secure your spot and avoid disappointment, it is highly recommended to book your Keukenhof tickets in advance. Plan ahead and ensure you experience the breathtaking floral displays and festive Easter activities without missing out.
Tickets for Keukenhof Gardens 2025
When booking your Keukenhof Gardens tickets, you must choose a specific date and time slot for entry. In 2025, Keukenhof will operate with a limited number of tickets per day and time slot. To secure your preferred visit, book your tickets in advance!
If your preferred date and time are unavailable, it means tickets are sold out. However, you can still visit by booking a Tulip Festival Card or a combination ticket with the Keukenhof Shuttle bus from Amsterdam Centre, various Keukenhof day tours from Amsterdam, or public transport buses, which often offer more availability on different dates and times.
| Keukenhof 2025 tickets | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (18+) | € 20.50 | Book now |
| Kids (4-17) | € 9.00 | Book now |
| Kids (0-3) | Free | |
| Day ticket parking | from € 9.00 | Book now |
| Shuttle bus from and to Amsterdam + Keukenhof Skip the line ticket | from € 35.00 | Book now |
| Tulip Festival Card + Skip the line ticket Keukenhof + Shuttle bus from and to Amsterdam + Tulip Festival Digital Guide + 1-hour Canal Cruise in Amsterdam | € 61.00 | Book now |
| Guided cycling tour of flower fields + 2,5 hours bike tour along the flower fields + Local English and Dutch speaking guide + Includes rental bike and helmet + visit to a real tulip farm | € 49.50 | Book now |
Book a tulip tour from Amsterdam
From the centre of Amsterdam (near Central Station) various tour buses leave for Keukenhof. These transfers and tours still have time slots available during the Easter holidays. It concerns the following transfers and tours:
| Available tours during Easter from Amsterdam | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Shuttle bus Amsterdam + entrance Keukenhof | € 52.50 | Buy tickets |
| Transfer + entrance Keukenhof + windmill cruise | € 67.50 | Buy tickets |
| Full Day Keukenhof tour + tulip farm De Tulperij visit | € 94.50 | Buy tickets |
| Full Day Keukenhof tour + Windmill village Zaanse Schans | € 79.50 | Buy tickets |
Buy a combi ticket for Keukenhof bus + entrance (public transport)
For the Keukenhof combi tickets more time slots are available. If the individual tickets are sold out, please check the combi tickets. The combi tickets include transfer + entrance to Keukenhof Gardens.
| Train station | Bus number | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam RAI Station | 852 | € 36.50 | Book now |
| Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 858 | € 31.50 | Book now |
| Haarlem Station | 850 / 50 | € 31.50 | Book now |
| Leiden Station | 854 | € 31.50 | Book now |
Sightseeing tours during Easter weekend
The Easter weekend falls perfectly this year. With a variety of flowers in bloom, it is an ideal time to book a sightseeing tour of the flower fields. The Easter weekend is also the first weekend when the helicopter tour is available.
| Sightseeing tour | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Renault Twizy tour (max. 2 people) | € 169.00 | Book now |
| Helikopter tour | € 172.50 | Book now |
| Land Rover tour | € 85.00 | Book now |
| Guided bike tour | € 49.50 | Book now |
| Guided bike tour (small group) | € 99.00 | Book now |
Visit a tulip attraction near Keukenhof Gardens
Near Keukenhof there are various smaller show gardens and tulip farms. You can visit them by car or bike a cycle route along the tulip attractions. Most smaller attractions still have availability during Easter weekend.
| Tulip attractions near Keukenhof | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| The Tulip Barn | € 10.00 | Buy tickets |
| Tulip Experience Amsterdam | € 12.00 | Buy tickets |
| Tulip Farm De Tulperij | € 7.95 | Buy tickets |
Limited capacity during the Easter weekend
The Easter weekend is a popular time to visit Keukenhof every spring. In 2025, Keukenhof will work with a maximum number of visitors per day. If you want to visit Keukenhof during the Easter weekend, book your ticket in time. Take a look at the current Keukenhof ticket availability and book your visit easily. If normal tickets are sold out please check the combi tickets or tours from Amsterdam.
Tulip attractions during Easter weekend
Visit on of the smaller tulip attractions in the Keukenhof area. Order your tickets online.
Hotels during Easter weekend
Due to the fact that the Easter weekend is very popular every year, hotels are often fully booked long beforehand. Do you want a hotel near Keukenhof? Make sure you book your hotel in advance. Below you can find the current availability and prices during Easter.
Booking.comPopular links
Are you planning to visit the best (flower) activities in Holland? Make sure to check out the most populair activities:
- Everything you want to know about Keukenhof Gardens
- Check out our information about the Flower Parade in Holland
- Our top sightseeing tours for exploring the flower fields
- Buy Keukenhof quality tulip bulbs online and create your own tulip garden
- Check out our hotel tips for visiting Keukenhof and the tulip fields
- Stay informed about the blooming of the flowers in Holland with our free Flower Forecast 2025
- Want to experience the real thing? Visit a tulip farm in Holland
- See the best flower events during your visit to Holland? Check it out in our events calendar
- Our tips for the most populair tours in Amsterdam during your stay in Holland
- Get the most out of your visit with our tips for visiting Amsterdam
- Read more about the Tulip Festival Card
Related Events
