Keukenhof
Flowers as far as the eye can see.
22 March – 13 May 2018
Flowers as far as the eye can see.
22 March – 13 May 2018
Flowers as far as the eye can see. That’s what you’ll encounter when you visit the most beautiful spring garden in the world.
This year sees the 67th edition of this vibrant and colourful feast for the eyes.
Keukenhof is situated in Lisse, known as the flower village, between Amsterdam and The Hague.
Take your time as wander over the 32 hectares of the most incredible and unique flowerbeds on display.
The Dutch are big traders of bulb flowers – tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, crocuses – and these are what you’ll see at Keukenhof with the 7 million bulbs in bloom.
Did you know there are over 800 variety of tulips alone?
As well as the inspirational gardens with their fragrant aromas, there are many sculptures and artworks displayed for your viewing pleasure.
Over one million visitors enjoyed the park last year – a record number.
It’s a family friendly festival with something for everyone to enjoy.
It wouldn’t be a trip to the Netherlands without hopping on a bike, so hire one at the park and ride around this beautiful region.
Once in the Netherlands, the easiest and cheapest way to reach the Keukenhof is to travel by public transport.
Taking a bus from Schipol directly to the Keukenhof is just one of the options.
You can find many more on Keukenhof official website.
When: 22 March – 13 May 2018
Where: Lisse, The Netherlands
Map: Keukenhof venue on Google Maps
Official Website: keukenhof.nl
Hotels: Hotels in Lisse
There are two good Bed and Beakfast hotels 900 meters from Kaukenhof flower garden.
The cozy B&B Vier Seizoenen and Bed and Breakfast Madeleine
Both has over 9 points out of 10 in their guest ratings,
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