Spring has sprung, and in the Netherlands, that means one thing—tulips, and lots of them! This year’s Amsterdam Tulip Festival is set to paint the country in vibrant hues from March 20 to May 11. Millions of flowers will bloom across gardens, fields, and cityscapes. Whether you’re strolling through the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, cycling past endless tulip fields, or snapping selfies in a rainbow of petals, this is the ultimate floral escape. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of it.
Keukenhof Gardens: A Floral Wonderland (March 20 – May 11, 2025)
If there’s one place that defines spring in the Netherlands, it’s Keukenhof Gardens, open from March 20 to May 11, 2025. This world-famous park boasts over seven million flowers, with breathtaking displays of tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, and more. Wander through themed gardens, explore vibrant pavilions, and lose yourself in a kaleidoscope of color.
Exploring the Tulip Fields: A Colorful Road Trip (Late March – Mid-May 2025)
For a truly magical experience, take a road trip (or bike ride) through the Bollenstreek, the Dutch flower region, at its peak from late March to mid-May. The countryside transforms into a sea of bright pinks, purples, yellows, and reds. The best way to soak it all in? Rent a bike and pedal through the endless fields, stopping for photos along the way.
Tulip Festival Amsterdam: A City in Bloom (March – May 2025)
For the 11th year in a row, Amsterdam itself will host its own Tulip Festival, running throughout March, April, and May 2025. Over 880,000 tulips will be planted in 60+ locations across the city, brightening up streets, squares, shopping areas, parks, and the gardens of several museums and hotels. Strolling through the city during this time means discovering tulip displays in the most unexpected places!
Flower Parade: When the Streets Blossom (April 12, 2025 )
Beyond the gardens and fields, Amsterdam’s Tulip Festival will host spectacular events. The highlight? The Flower Parade Bollenstreek on April 12, 2025, where dazzling floats covered in fresh blooms travel from Noordwijk to Haarlem. Throughout the season, various tulip-themed events pop up across the city, turning Amsterdam into a floral paradise you won’t want to miss.