The Keukenhof, the world’s best known spring garden, as famous for its stunning tulips and inspirational displays of colour as for its horticultural precision will be open from March 20 to May 17, 2015 from 08.00am to 07.30pm daily.
Every year from March to May, the Keukenhof opens its gates to the public and celebrates spring in all its magnificence. After the relatively colourless months of winter, these multi-coloured gardens are a feast for the senses. The Keukenhof is the largest bulb park in the world and covers over 30 hectares and 15 kilometres of footpaths with 7 million flower bulbs planted by hand every year. A visit to the Keukenhof, is a must if you are visiting the Netherlands during the tulip season.
What: The Keukenhof Gardens
When: March 20 to May 17, 2015
Timings: 08.00am to 07.30pm daily
Where: Lisse, South Holland
Getting there: The best way to get to the Keukenhof is by using the public transport bus service, run by Connexxion. You can get an all-in ticket which includes return fare plus entrance to the Keukenhof gardens. Buses depart from Amsterdam, Schipol (airport), Leiden and the Hague. Once you do get there, if you would rather not walk, you can also rent a bike and cycle around the Keukenhof.